The most breathtaking islands in the Caribbean - Is the long harsh winter getting you down? Take a virtual escape to some of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean!

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Guadeloupe - This Caribbean cluster of islands is a  traveller's, diver's, and nature-lover's  paradise.

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Guadeloupe: Saint Francois - Saint Francois has turquoise waters that make the ideal snorkelling and diving location.

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Guadeloupe: Saint Francois - The seaside resort town of Saint Francois is home to an 18-hole golf course and the famous Raisins Clairs beach.

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Guadeloupe: Saint-Claude - The Soufriere is an active volcano and is Guadeloupe National Park's main attraction.

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Guadeloupe:Le Gosier - Le Gosier is one of the few uninhabited islands in Guadeloupe.

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Guadeloupe: Les Saintes - The Les Saintes islands are considered the most romantic islands in Guadeloupe. They offer unspoiled snorkelling sites and gorgeous bays.

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Martinique - The island of Martinique is considered one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean.

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Martinique: Les Anses-d'Arlet - The fishing village of Les Anses-d'Arlet offers picturesque scenery and clear blue waters.

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Martinique: Les Anses-d'Arlet - Temperatures rarely drop below 25°C, guaranteeing warm sunny weather all year round.

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Martinique: Saint-Anne - Saint-Anne features all the attributes of a holiday postcard.

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Martinique: Saint-Anne - Saint-Anne beach is the most popular among tourists visiting the island.

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Martinique: Anse de la couleuvre - Anse de la Couleuvre is among the best diving locations in Martinique.

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Martinique: Fort-de-France - The island's capital is home to botanical gardens, cultural sites, and 300 different types of palm trees.

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Martinique: Fort-de-France - 'The Isle of Flowers' is a private botanical garden just outside Fort-de-France.

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French Guiana - French Guiana is a melting pot of African, Asian, European, and South American cultures.

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French Guiana: Cayenne - Eco-tourism has boosted the Cayenne economy thanks to the island's untouched wilderness.

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French Guiana: Cayenne - The squirrel monkey can be spotted when hiking any of Cayenne's many trails.

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French Guiana: Royal Island - Royal Island, located on the coast of Guiana, was used as a penal colony. It had several prisons and was used as an internal exile of French political prisoners.

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French Guiana: Kourou - The Dreyfus Tower overlooks the beach of Roches.

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French Guiana: Kourou - Kourou is the perfect destination for a peaceful romantic holiday.

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Reunion Island - The breathtaking scenery of Reunion Island has attracted nature enthusiasts from all corners of the globe.

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Reunion Island: Saint-Denis - Located north of the island is the capital of Reunion, Saint-Denis.

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Reunion Island: Saint-Leu - Saint-Leu is a small fishing town that is also popular with surfers.

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Reunion Island: Cirque de Mafate - Put on your hiking boots and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Cirque de Mafate.

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Reunion Island: Saint-Denis - Reunion Island has a rich history dating back to the 17th century.

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Reunion Island: Sainte-Suzanne - Whale watching and boating tours are fantastic experiences for new travellers visiting the island.

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St. Barthelemy (Saint Barts) - This small volcanic island is arguably the most beautiful island in the Caribbean.

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St. Barthelemy (Saint Barts) - St. Barts' economy relies solely on the tourists who are drawn to the island's beaches and sophisticated lifestyle.

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St. Barthelemy (Saint Barts) - St. Barts is one of the top beach destinations in the Caribbean. The island has 14 white sandy beaches that are rarely crowded.

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