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Relax and swim

Virgin Islands Environment

The Virgin Islands have an extremely diverse environment that includes mountains to hike, coral reefs to explore, beaches, and coastal grasslands. With all these differing environments, there's something that everyone can enjoy.
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Enjoy the natural beauty of the Caribbean

Leeward Islands Geography

Along with the Windward Islands, the small Leeward Islands form the Lesser Antilles on the eastern border of the Caribbean Sea. The geography of the Leeward Islands is comprised primarily by coral and volcanic islands. The soil on the coral islands is not well suited to agriculture, making these countries' primary economic engine tourism.
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Port Elizabeth, Bequia

Windward Islands Geography

The Windward Islands in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean Islands forms the easternmost boundary of the Caribbean Sea. The Windward Islands are unique because they usually have mountainous or volcanic origins.
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Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful Bridgetown

Trinidad and Barbados Geography

Barbados is a fairly small, relatively flat island while Trinidad is much larger. Barbados's highest mountain is 1,120 feet (340 meters) and the capital and most populated part of the island is Bridgetown.
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The island of Jost van Dyke

British Virgin Islands Geography

This article will discuss where the individual British Virgin Islands are in relation to other Caribbean islands and landmarks.
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A Geographical look at the Virgin Islands

It's important to understand the geography of where the islands are located and where the British and U.S. Islands are in relation to each other so you can work with Adventure Life to find you the perfect cruise that includes all the destinations on your bucket list.
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Watch the seas and skies around St. Thomas

Leeward Islands Culture

The cultures of the Leeward Islands are as diverse as the people that inhabit them, coming from many countries in western Europe (like France, the Netherlands, Great Britain, and others) and Africa. Much of the culture ties back into the region's colonial European roots, but there is also a notable presence of unique local Caribbean traditions.
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Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados Culture

Tourism, and offshore finance attracted by the low tax regime, have replaced sugar cane as the main players in the economy of Barbados, but the importance of sugar cane is still emphasized in the annual Crop Over carnival held in July and early August. The ethnic origin of the population is predominantly African. The Grammy-winning musician …
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Hike through meadows and ruins on St. Johns

British Virgin Islands Culture

This article will discuss the surprisingly rich culture that the British Virgin Islands have. This includes its influences from African culture, Arabian culture, and the official language of the islands.
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The Pitons in St Lucia

The Cultural Side of a Virgin Islands Cruise

The Virgin Islands have a diverse mix of cultures, religions, and ethnicities. Read this article to learn all about these unique identities.
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Leeward Islands Recent History

The last five centuries have been an era of colonial occupation, followed by independence in the late 20th century for some islands. Large-scale sugar cane plantations on the more fertile islands led to the importation of thousands of slaves from Africa, and indentured labor from Europe and Asia after the abolition of slavery in the early part of …
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Modern History of Barbados & Trinidad

Barbados was visited by both the Spanish and Portuguese, but claimed as a colony by Britain in 1625. Trinidad, as well as Tobago and other smaller islands, became part of the Spanish empire. Large numbers of English settlers arrived in Barbados in the 17th century to farm tobacco and cotton. The introduction of sugar cultivation from the middle of …
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British Virgin Islands Modern History

The 1800s brought about great changes in the British Virgin Islands, with the abolition of slavery in 1834 being a pivotal event. Although the local economy suffered a temporary blow, it recovered in a relatively short amount of time. To this day, the abolition is still a widely celebrated event, with festivals held in its honor each August.

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Leeward Islands Ancient History

Early settlers on the islands were Amerindian tribes who migrated in successive waves either southwards from what is now Florida or northwards from present-day Venezuela, as long ago as 3000 BC according to archaeological evidence. The original stone age tribes were replaced by the agricultural societies of the Saladoids and Arawaks, who were in …
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Windward Islands Ancient History

The history of the Windward Islands ties in with the history of the Caribbean as a whole. Evidence of human settlement in the Caribbean dates back to 4500 BC, The Taino who originally occupied some of the Windward Islands were relatives of the Arawak people indigenous to the West Indies. When Christopher Columbus arrived in the 15th Century he …
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Island Ancient History

The lesser islands of the nation of Trinidad & Tobago, were created by forceful contact between the South American and Caribbean geological plates assisted by a volcanic eruption. Coral deposits 300 feet (90 meters) thick have been laid on what is now Barbados. The islands were first inhabited by successive waves of Amerindian tribes – …
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Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas

British Virgin Islands Ancient History

The British Virgin Islands have a fascinating ancient history with tons of influences coming to, populating, and then ultimately leaving the islands while addressing the Arawak tribe: what's though to be the island's natives.
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Culebra

Leeward Islands Overview

Caribbean cruise vacationing to the Leeward Islands. Explore more details about the Leeward Islands including modern history and cuisine in the region as you prepare for your Caribbean cruise.
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Beautiful beach in Dominica

Windward Islands Overview

Caribbean cruises background information exploring the paradise of the Windward Islands. Learn background history and about tropical island life in preparation for Caribbean cruise getaway!
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Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados

Although often grouped together in the minds of outsiders, the Caribbean islands of Trinidad, Tobago and Barbados form two nations: Barbados is politically separate from the other two. The islands are located in the Lesser Antilles group in the north western Atlantic Ocean. Trinidad & Tobago lie just off the coast of Venezuela and to the south …
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British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands (BVI), offer an intriguing array of a rich and global history laced with modern day advancements, in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty.

The natural setting, with something for everyone, attracts visitors from around the world. Set out on a Caribbean cruse or a resort package stay and you will not want to leave …
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Arabella Aft

Spanish Virgin Islands Cruise on the Arabella

We embarked to the Spanish Virgin Islands on the Arabella. This was the most relaxing cruise we have ever had.
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Leeward Islands Wildlife

Bats are the most common mammal encountered on the Leeward Islands. Introduced mammals include deer and the Indian mongoose. Lizards, tortoises, geckos and iguanas are the most common reptiles. Barbuda has a frigate bird sanctuary, including 5,000 frigate birds and 170 other species.
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Culebra

Explore the U.S. Virgin Islands on an Adventure Cruise

The U.S. Virgin Islands are celebrated for their warm waters, and sandy beaches. But they also offer their visitors a rich cultures and spectacular wildlife. Learn a little more about what to you can expect for the islands.
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