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Relax and Sample the Caribbean Highlights

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Cruising remains an ever popular way to see some of the 7,000 islands in the Caribbean, as it gives holiday makers the opportunity to visit and experience the different islands without the hassle of internal flights. Instead of passing through long airport queues, some companies - such as P&O Cruises - provide spa facilities where passengers can experience treatments such as a warm bamboo massage. That's definitely a better alternative than being massaged by airport security guards.

Once you are relaxed and brimming with new energy, what do the dream islands have in store for you though?  Well, we’ve put together a few of the top highlights that are well worth the experience. Make sure your cruise itinerary includes:

 Dunns River Falls

Genuinely one of the awe-inspiring sights of Jamaica, this beautiful cascading waterfall has become almost as well known as Bob Marley  - and it's a must inclusion for those special occasion cruise deals.  You can grab your neighbour's hand and climb to the top of the Waterfall in a human chain, supported by experienced guides. Once you’ve taken in the sites, be sure to walk around the surrounding areas to view the lush vegetation, which included palms, bamboos, breadfruit trees and ginger lilies.

St. Lucia’s Tropical West Coast

The idyllic West Coast of St. Lucia provides you with the opportunity to make your friends at home really envious. Visit the Caribbean’s solitary ‘drive-in volcano’, navigate through tropical plants in the Diamond Botanical Gardens, and view the landmark Pitons that tower 2,000 feet up into the sky ...  Who needs to buy postcards when you can take your camera to locations like these?

See the Real Dominican Republic; Buggy-Style!

What better way to combine pure fun with the exploration of island culture? Steer your way through remote coastlines, see villagers outside of the usual tourist zone, explore caves, view Caribbean banana fields ... and disembark to try your hand at horse riding.  Experience the local culture up close and get dirty by driving off some cobwebs before your ship cruises on to the next location.

With so many companies offering a wide range of cruises and spa facilities, there’s never been a better time to find a route that enables you to fit relaxation and cultural adventure into one trip. Should keep all of the family happy, right?