Where to go???
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Where to go???
Hey guys, I'm new here. Well, my husband and myself have done a lot of traveling over the years, but it's almost always been within Europe. We thought it would be a welcomed change to maybe check out the Caribbean this summer. We're looking for a quiet island with minimal resorts like Sandals. Relatively afforadable, nice beaches and a rainforest climate (something like Belize) would be greatly appreciated. Anyone have any ideas?
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I haven't been there myself, but from my research into possible destinations for this summer, it sounds like Grenada may be to your liking.<BR>Also, I know it is not Caribbean, but you may enjoy Costa Rica. It seems to have all you are looking for (except that it is not an island).
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Why not Belize, then? Rain forest, Mayan ruins, amazing diving and snorkeling, and the nicest, most warm-hearted and welcoming people I've encountered in the Caribbean region. The only drawback: the beaches aren't the greatest.<BR><BR>In the eastern Caribbean, I second the vote for Grenada. It's a bit of a challenge to get there (last time I went, I had a 16-hour travel day, but I took advantage of the 6-hour layover(s) in San Juan and left the airport to explore). ONce there, hotels run the gamut from basic/cheap to high end. Good beaches, high mountains, rain forest, waterfalls, crater lakes. Friendly islanders and lively local cuisine.
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Check into Tobago, also. Very friendly small island, with a rainforest in the north center of the island that's been protected from development for centuries.<BR>It's not at all crowded, and it offers a variety of terrains -- from flattish in the south to mountainous in the north -- and a variety of beaches. Summer can get a little rainy, but generally not too bad -- an hour a day, usually. Although more can occasionally be expected.
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St. Lucia is very lush and green, and although is does have a Sandals you would never have to look at it. Ladera is a great resort if you want to experience the great outdoors because it's way up on the hill with a fabulous view of the Pitons and all rooms are missing an entire wall (hope you like tree frogs). Down the road there's a Hilton Jalousie which is also really really nice.
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