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Water adventures abound in the Caribbean!
Posted by Claire Kennard, 21 January 2010, 12:25
in Insider's Guide
In our experience every vacationer is truly unique. However, it has to be said that most travelers fall into one of two categories – those who enjoy doing nothing more than soaking up the sun with a good book and a tropical cocktail, and those who simply can't sit still and love to be active. If lying on a beach is your idea of a vacation nightmare, then water sports are the perfect way to unwind, de-stress and even learn a new activity.
The turquoise waters of the Caribbean offer endless opportunities for every kind of water sport imaginable, but where do you find the best? We've scoured our destinations to bring you our essential guide to water adventures in the Caribbean.
Scuba Diving – Surrounded by the world's third largest coral reef system, the Turks and Caicos Islands are consistently ranked as one of the best diving locations in the world. With excellent visibility, pristine reefs and awe-inspiring marine life, this mecca for divers is perfect for all skill levels. At the onsite dive center at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort & Spa snorkeling gear is included as part of the all-inclusive package, while scuba lessons are available for all ability levels (additional charges may apply).
Snorkeling – The US Virgin Island of St. Croix is home to Buck Island National Reef Monument – a must for water-lovers. The underwater trail is a snorkelers' dream, where you'll discover the island's diverse marine life including coral, angel fish and crustaceans. Professional guides are on hand for beginners, or take advantage of the complimentary snorkeling excursions as part of the all-inclusive package at the exclusive Buccaneer Hotel, Christiansted.
Sailing – With its constant trade winds and interesting harbors, Antigua is a popular mooring spot for a variety of vessels, including luxury yachts. Renowned as a sailor's paradise, the island is set to host a number of sailing events in 2010, including Antigua Sailing Week. You can charter your own yacht, complete with crew, at most Antigua hotels and spend a day sailing with the rich and famous. Or learn to sail a Sunfish sailing boat and 'Hobie' style catamaran at Galley Bay Antigua, St. Johns, where the all-inclusive package features lessons and equipment.
Kayaking – Negril, Jamaica, boasts one of the longest beaches in the country with all the water sports you can imagine. Journey over the turquoise sea by kayak for stunning views of the coastline, at a pace that suits you. Several all-inclusive hotels and resorts offer the use of equipment as part of the package, including Beaches Negril, Couples Negril and Riu Negril. Many also offer guided excursions, so you can kayak until your heart's content!
Windsurfing - Aruba offers warm, crystal-clear water that rarely drops below 75 degrees F and consistent winds that are a windsurfer's dream: the average wind speed, year-round, is more than 20 knots, though it can get up to 10 knots higher in June, the island's windiest month. With winds like these Aruba should be a destination for experts only. Not so. Although the northeastern flank of the long, narrow island is turned toward the prevailing trade winds, its sheltered, lee side to the southwest provides excellent flat-water sailing-made even better by the presence of a nearby reef that blocks the ocean swell. Every year Aruba also hosts the 10-day Hi Winds Amateur World Challenge windsurfing tournament, which attracts hundreds of professional windsurfers, amateurs and spectators in late June.
For a super-charged adrenaline rush why not try parasailing at Riu Palace Macao in Punta Cana, or waterskiing at Breezes Runaway Bay in Jamaica. And children are sure to love the more unusual water adventures at Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, where they'll discover an inflatable climbing iceberg and an ocean trampoline. So, if you prefer to be active when on vacation there are certainly plenty of destinations and exciting water activities to choose from!
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