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Activities in the Caribbean for the Adventurous Traveler
What's you're idea of the perfect tropical vacation? Soaking up
some sun on a quiet secluded beach? Reading a good novel while
the sounds of gentle waves lull you to sleep? Not! If this
sounds like a waste of vacation time to you, and you want to
spend your Caribbean experience enjoying more active pursuits,
then have no fear; many of the Caribbean Islands offer more than
just a day at the beach and picturesque sunsets.
Adventurous vacationers traveling to the Caribbean can spend
their days enjoying plenty of invigorating activities. Try great
sports like tennis and golf if you want a little friendly
competition. There are also exciting watersports and underwater
exploration for those who want to get their feet wet. And
nature-friendly activities allow you to become one with the
great outdoors. And all you have to do is choose which activity
interests you the most, and you're set for all kinds of
fantastic adventures during your vacation in the beautiful and
exciting Caribbean.
Golfing and Tennis
A lot of resorts and hotels in the Caribbean have tennis and
golf packages to accommodate travelers who are looking for a
little competitive action while on vacation. Many of the larger
resorts in the Caribbean have tennis courts on site that are
available to their guests and by reservations for those who
aren't staying at the hotel. Often, hotels with tennis courts
will provide tennis instruction for various fees, so even if
you're new to the game, you can still enjoy some great tennis
action on your vacation in the Caribbean.
If you happen to be vacationing in the Caribbean during the
right time, or if you do some planning in advance, you can catch
a professional tennis match while visiting your favorite island.
If you want to spend the daylight hours soaking up some sun or
just doing nothing, many of hotels have lighted courts, so you
can hit the courts at night, which may also be more comfortable
than playing in the hot Caribbean sun. Keep in mind that you may
have to pay a little extra for the luxury of lighting.
To ensure you can get a match going at any of the much-coveted
courts in the Caribbean, contact your hotel or any of the
resorts near where you'll be staying to see if they have courts
available, if the courts are lighted, and how much they charge
to play. There are several islands in the Caribbean where
vacationers can go to find great tennis courts and facilities,
including the Dominican Republic, Aruba, Puerto Rico, and
Jamaica, which feature resorts that provide special tennis
packages and top-notch facilities.
Golfing is also a popular past-time for vacationers visiting the
Caribbean. For some people, golf is a relaxing sport, while
other see the game as exciting competition. The beautiful
weather in the Caribbean is great for playing a round of golf
almost any time of year, and many courses in the region are
located in breathtaking settings among majestic mountains and
tropical greenery. Vacationers can find great golf courses
throughout the Caribbean, but especially on the larger islands.
The majority of courses are available to visitors and offer
equipment for rental as well as golf lessons for various fees.
The costs of golfing on particular greens will vary from course
to course, and can range from extremely pricey to budget play,
so check ahead with the course or golf resort.
In the Caribbean, vacationers will be able to golf at courses
that were designed by world renowned golfers and expert course
designers. You can find exciting golf courses and golf resorts
on many Caribbean islands with some of the best being in
Jamaica, the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic.
Underwater Pursuits
During your vacation in the Caribbean, you'll be surrounded by
the clear blue
waters of the Caribbean Sea and the dazzling
Atlantic Ocean, so you'll have access to a wide array of
watersports and other aquatic endeavors, like snorkeling, scuba
diving, and fishing, just to name a few.
People come from all over the world to visit the Caribbean and
enjoy offshore activities in the region's warm, clear, blue
waters. Below the surface of the Caribbean waters is a wondrous
world of vibrant and exotic ocean wildlife including brilliant
fish and coral. Because of its fascinating underwater habitats,
the Caribbean has some of the most popular dive spots in the
world, and is home to a lot resorts and hotels that focus
especially on the diving aspect of visiting the Caribbean by
offering special dive package.
Many dive resorts and hotels provide equipment rental for scuba
diving and snorkeling, and even offer scuba diving lessons and
certification, since you must have a license and some
instruction in order to get the most out of your diving
experience.
Coral reefs, old shipwrecks, volcanic vents, and underwater
formations are wonderful places for some underwater exploration,
and can be an exciting experience for vacationers of all ages.
The cost of your dive or snorkeling excursion will vary
according to the kind of dive you take, when you go, and what
kind of certification you want to get. Travelers can find great
dive spots all over the Caribbean, but especially on the Cayman
and Virgin Islands.
Other kinds of aquatic activities that travelers can enjoy while
vacationing in the Caribbean are watersports like windsurfing,
which, in recent years has become extremely popular in the
region. Fishing is also a popular activity for many who visit
the Caribbean, which has a countless number of fish species
beneath the surface of the crystal blue waters. Also, there is
kayaking, parasailing, water rafting, and many other ways to
enjoy the waves of the salty Caribbean.
Ecological Activities
For a lot of travelers, a Caribbean vacation is the perfect
chance to get back to nature. Many islands in the region feature
landscapes with lush vegetation and are home to a variety of
exotic animal species. Eco-oriented travelers can experience
nature in the Caribbean in several ways, like hiking, camping,
and mountain biking. To find out more information about outdoor
excursions and nature-related activities, the best place to
start is your hotel information desk, which may be able to
provide you with maps of the island, the names and numbers of
rental companies where you can get camping equipment and
mountain bikes, and information on local guides that you can
hire to show you around island trails.
Hiking is great way to get some exercise while seeing secluded
parts of the islands that can't be reached by car. Vacationers
can choose from several levels of hiking difficulty, including
leisure strolls or brisk uphill hikes and more strenuous treks.
Mountain biking is another way to get off the beaten path and
see parts of the island you couldn't see by staying in the city
limits. Take a trip up the side of a volcano, visit a cascading
waterfall, or do some exotic birdwatching. The Caribbean offers
all kinds of ecological possibilities.
Vacationers who want to enjoy more active endeavors on their
Caribbean vacation won't be at a loss for things to do in this
spectacular region of the world, which is rich in an array of
sports and activities. You're sure to have a truly unforgettable
experience in the Caribbean.
About the author:
Danielle Mitchell writes for http://Jamaica-Guide.info ,
http://PuertoRico-Guide.info , and other Segisys travel Web
sites.
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