If you have saved up to go to the Caribbean and it is on your bucket list, it is likely that you will want to get the most out of your trip that you can to ensure that you do not waste a moment or have regrets. Here are some of the top steps that you can take to enjoy the Caribbean to the utmost and to ensure that you miss absolutely nothing out of your time there.
1. Leave the Resort
Many people head to the Caribbean only to spend the majority of their hours in the resort that they have chosen. Although you might only have headed to this destination to soak up the rays and splash around in the pool, to ensure that you do not go stir-crazy and to get a real insight into your location, you should always try to see more of the Caribbean than your resort. This is the case even if you spent hours of your life choosing the perfect accommodation for you and your family.
However, if you are heading out of your resort regularly, you should be wary of petty crime, stay away from bad neighborhoods, and ensure that you know the laws of the country you are in. You should also be alert and aware at night. Some people might also consider hiring a guide who can help you find the best places to go and ensure your safety.
2. Charter a Yacht
You might become well-acquainted with the island that you are staying on during your trip. However, to see more of the Caribbean, you should consider chartering a yacht. Chartering a yacht will allow you to explore the sea that makes up a grand proportion of the Caribbean. You might also be able to use this yacht to set your own itinerary and ensure that nothing is missed off your bucket list.
This is because your yacht will allow you to island hop, meaning that you will be able to see more than the single island that you first arrived at. By doing this, you will be able to experience the Caribbean as a whole, which is important as many islands are very different from each other. It will also allow you to relax on an otherwise packed trip. This means that you should book a BVI yacht charter as soon as you can.
3. Learn the History
The Caribbean is full to bursting with a rich history, including the Golden Age of Piracy. Rather than simply sunbathing on the beach or by the pool, this is your opportunity to learn more about what the past was like in the Caribbean and to see many of the landmarks you might have heard about in books, as well as natural monuments and beauty spots. To do this, you might consider visiting some of the most popular museums in the area, such as the Bob Marley Museum in Jamaica, which is perfect for music lovers, as well as the Pirate Treasures Museum. You might also decide to take tours around historical towns, such as Port Royal.
4. Conduct Prior Research
Even if you have always wanted to travel to the Caribbean, this does not mean that you know everything there is to do there. As well as doing the activities that have been on your bucket list since childhood, you should conduct ample research to find interesting activities that you might not have thought about doing, such as swimming with pigs or stingrays, or fishing.
You should also conduct prior research so that you know about any attraction closures before you arrive, as well as what wildlife is most common at the time of year you are traveling. You might also conduct prior research into the weather, as well as the most popular restaurants and the best beaches for you to lounge and play on. This is especially important since you might have to book some tours and expeditions in advance.
5. Create a Packed Itinerary
Although it can sometimes pay to be spontaneous and to leave room for relaxation, to make sure that you do not simply let the vacation pass you by, you should create a packed itinerary before you jet off. This means that you do not forget to do an activity that you have always dreamed of, and it will allow you to get as much done as possible while you are away. If you are traveling with others, this can also allow you to check that there is something for everyone on the trip.
6. Enjoy the Weather
One of the main draws of the Caribbean is the weather, and this means that you should enjoy it as much as possible. Rather than staying inside during the height of the sun or doing activities that are difficult to enjoy in tropical conditions, you should slap on some sunscreen and a hat and spend time getting a tan, trying out water and extreme sports, and spending a lot of time outdoors.
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