Family Adventures in the Caribbean
The many islands of the Caribbean all offer a variety of adventures for families to explore. Whether your family is looking for some sun-filled fun or an exhilarating trek through a rainforest, the Caribbean can satisfy many of your cravings for a perfect vacation.
Belize
Once the setting of the Mayan Empire, Belize has one of the world's most incredible rainforests. The impressive ancient pyramids provide rich history as well as modern-day exploration for history enthusiasts. Astonishing caves marred with the ancient ceremonial symbols tell stories of the ancient civilization's rich culture, history and religion. Any family interested in history would be pleased with a tour through this culturally rich country.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Since the debut of Walt Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean, people everywhere have grown fond of the adventure and excitement of the islands. As one of the islands once famed for its abundance of pirates, St. Thomas boasts an intriguing history of pirates' antics. The sky tower used to spot enemy ships was originally known as Skytsborg Tower. Today, it is Blackbeard's Castle and is now a prominent national historic landmark. Families can absorb the essence of a pirate's life at the nearby Inn at Blackbeard's Castle.
Dominican Republic
The beautiful scenery of the Dominican Republic is just one of the many reasons it consistently attract tourists from all over the world every year. Some come especially to seek adventure in a tropical retreat. The Yaque del Norte, located in the central mountain area, is the largest river in the Dominican Republic and has some of the best white water rafting in the Caribbean. If your family is unfamiliar with which rivers to explore or just inexperienced, luckily there are plenty of companies specializing in water adventures and will easily provide all the equipment and training or guidance needed. Navigating the rapid flow of the river can be tough and requires everyone's active participation. As you're getting the ultimate adrenaline rush, your family bond is strengthening as well.
Cayman Islands
When in Grand Cayman, families looking for more water adventures should pay a visit to Stingray City, where humans can swim along side dozens of human friendly stingrays on a sandbar. If that's not enough, your family can snorkel nearby in the beautiful coral reefs with an array of tropical fish. This spectacular scene is an extraordinary experience that the whole family can enjoy.
Grenada
The protected ecological subsystems of Grand Etang National Park offer an abundance of picturesque trails such as the Seven Sisters Trail, which follows a path through seven of the park's mountain waterfalls. With a number of different native animals and vegetation including monkeys and orchids, Grand Etang Lake has an extinct volcano crater on the island's center. Whatever your interests, Grenada has something for everyone in the family.