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The Caribbean (/ ˌ k ær ɪ ˈ b iː ən, k ə ˈ r ɪ b i ən / KARR-ih-BEE-ən, kə-RIB-ee-ən, locally / ˈ k ær ɪ b iː æ n / KARR-ih-bee-an; Spanish: el Caribe; French: les Caraïbes; Dutch: de Caraïben) is a subregion of the Americas that includes the Caribbean Sea and its islands, some of which are surrounded by the Caribbean Sea ...
Learn about the Caribbean, a region of more than 7,000 islands, cays and reefs in the Caribbean Sea. Explore its geography, culture, history and attractions with maps and information.
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- St. Lucia. Visit St. Lucia for its sprawling chalk-colored beaches, towering volcanic peaks and upscale resorts.
- British Virgin Islands. "Posh" is the best word to describe the British Virgin Islands. The island country's beautiful coast sets it apart from other Caribbean destinations.
- Turks & Caicos. Travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands to see some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean, including Grace Bay.
- U.S. Virgin Islands. Spring is the time to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands, particularly in late April when the boisterous Carnival season in St. Thomas gets underway.
Explore the diverse and dazzling Caribbean with Lonely Planet's expert guidance. Find the best places to visit, things to do, attractions, budget tips, articles and guidebooks for your trip.
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- Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands. The third largest of the British Virgin Islands, Virgin Gorda is known for its pristine beaches, history, nature sanctuaries, and the Baths — pools and seawater grottos formed by huge granite boulders.
- St. Lucia. This volcanic island is known for its beaches, rain forests, turquoise waters, and the beautiful Piton mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Grenada. This beautiful island is nicknamed the "Spice Isle" for its production of spices, including nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, allspice, pepper, and vanilla.
- Dominica. Not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, Dominica offers untouched natural beauty, rivers, rain forests, mountains, and waterfalls. A unique feature on the island is Boiling Lake, a flooded volcanic fumarole that bubbles from the molten magma below.
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1 day ago · Caribbean Sea, suboceanic basin of the western Atlantic Ocean, lying between latitudes 9 and 22 degrees N and longitudes 89 and 60 degrees W. It is approximately 1,063,000 square miles (2,753,000 square km) in extent. Learn more about the Caribbean Sea in this article.
Nov 15, 2022 · Learn about the 13 sovereign countries and many territories/dependencies that make up the Caribbean region. Explore their geography, culture, history, economy, and tourism attractions.
