10 nights. Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Virgin Islands (British), Puerto Rico

Day 1

jacksonville, florida

Departure: 15:00

Jacksonville is a large port city located in north east Florida. A unique mix of big city, beach towns, and natural playgrounds, Jacksonville is full of surprises. There is a wide variety of attractions, hotels and restaurants in the city. Downtown Jacksonville, located 12 miles from the sea, is divided by the St. Johns River. Both the Northbank and Southbank business districts boast spectacular modern skyscrapers, pedestrian riverwalks, and museums. Jacksonville's beach communities include three laid-back beach towns popular with surfers, families and young people. Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach , all three offer a lively downtown shopping, dining and nightlife district in addition to sharing the same wide strand of soft, white powder sand. Jacksonville Beach also boasts an ocean pier and a water park.

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Day 2

freeport, bahamas

Arrival: 11:00 - Departure: 17:30

The Bahama Islands are an archipelago consisting of about 2,000 islands if you include the cays, which are small islands that are formed on coral reefs. Nassau, on New Providence, is the capital of the Bahamas and features a mixture of colourful Neo-colonial 19th century buildings and modern hotel resorts. Nassau is situated on the northern end of New Providence, dominating the bay between the main island and Paradise Island. The vast majority of the country's population lives in Nassau on New Providence Island and in the Freeport area on Grand Bahama. Nassau features a mixture of colourful Neo-colonial 19th century buildings and modern hotel resorts. The colonial beauty of the Historical Town of Nassau is worth a visit. The pink Parliament Building, which has a statue of an enthroned Queen Victoria out front, is the most beautiful sight in Nassau. The Pirate Museum is also a major attraction in Nassau. The interactive museum tells of the history of pirates. The City of Nassau is landscaped in a beautiful tropical setting. Local foliage is purely enchanting and the array of tropical plants they have maintained here definitely add to the charm of the country. The Bahama Islands attract tourists with their favourable climate and laid-back way of life, their beautiful and colourful nature, their crystal blue waters and their friendly people.

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Day 3

nassau, bahamas

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

The Bahama Islands are an archipelago consisting of about 2,000 islands if you include the cays, which are small islands that are formed on coral reefs. Nassau, on New Providence, is the capital of the Bahamas and features a mixture of colourful Neo-colonial 19th century buildings and modern hotel resorts. Nassau is situated on the northern end of New Providence, dominating the bay between the main island and Paradise Island. The vast majority of the country's population lives in Nassau on New Providence Island and in the Freeport area on Grand Bahama. Nassau features a mixture of colourful Neo-colonial 19th century buildings and modern hotel resorts. The colonial beauty of the Historical Town of Nassau is worth a visit. The pink Parliament Building, which has a statue of an enthroned Queen Victoria out front, is the most beautiful sight in Nassau. The Pirate Museum is also a major attraction in Nassau. The interactive museum tells of the history of pirates. The City of Nassau is landscaped in a beautiful tropical setting. Local foliage is purely enchanting and the array of tropical plants they have maintained here definitely add to the charm of the country. The Bahama Islands attract tourists with their favourable climate and laid-back way of life, their beautiful and colourful nature, their crystal blue waters and their friendly people.

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Day 5

puerto plata, dominican rep

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Puerto Plata or San Felipe de Puerto Plata is a city in the Dominican Republic with a population of about 130,000. It is capital of the province of Puerto Plata. It is known for its pretty sandy beaches, Puerto Plata is a popular resort destination as well as a great place to meet Dominican people and to shop in local commerce. Take a funicular to the top of the mountain that sits behind Puerto Plata to see a replica of the original Christo Redentor located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There is also short path to follow with nice views, a cave, and a lagoon which is really just a pool. Fortaleza San Felipe is a Historical fort located by the main bay of Puerto Plata. In front of the fort is a nice grassy area that's good for a picnic overlooking the water

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Day 6

samana, dominican republic

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 15:00

Samaná is a municipality in the Dominican Republic, which is located in the province of Samaná. Its name Samaná comes from the Taíno, written as Xamaná by the first Chroniclers of the Indies. Even today the meaning of this word is not entirely clear but, according to Alberti, it is the word of Phoenician origin that means ‘’ Place where the Carthaginian chief Zammna arrived. The natives pronounced that name as Shamana. According to the 2002 Population and Housing Census, the municipality had a total population of 51,501, of which 26,317 were men and 25,184 women. The urban population of the municipality was 79.24%. The main economic activities of the municipality are tourism, agriculture and fishing.

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Day 7

tortola, b.v.i.

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

Tortola is the largest and most populated of the British Virgin Islands, a group of islands that form part of the archipelago of the Virgin Islands. The protective effect of the islands surrounding Tortola causes the seas to be calm most of the time, making the region an attractive destination for those prone to motion sickness during small-boat excursions. The steady winds and calm seas also make Tortola one of the world's premier yachting regions. Sailing excursions should be at the top of every interested visitor's list.

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Day 8

san juan, puerto rico

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

San Juan, the capital of and largest city in Puerto Rico, was officially established in 1521, making it one of the oldest cities in all of the Americas. Being a United States territory, San Juan is a pretty unique place to visit in the Caribbean; the capital city offers all the comforts and amenities of any American city, but has still managed to retain a distinct Latin atmosphere and culture. The historic part of the city, Old San Juan, is among the oldest settlements within Puerto Rico full of colourful streets that have historical and cultural significance. As you stroll down the streets of Old San Juan, you can't help but be amazed at the five centuries of history that have been so beautifully preserved. One of the most famous monuments in Puerto Rico, El Morro, is a 16th century fort list with impressive towers and tunnels. Few cemeteries are as scenic as San Juan Cemetery. Lush and diverse, El Yunque Rainforest is a natural paradise. Puerto Rico is synonymous with great beaches. You’ll find many along San Juan's coast, soft sand and palm trees await you here. San Juan is a great mix of beach, history, great culture and nightlife. So, what are you waiting for?

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Day 11

jacksonville, florida

Arrival: 07:00

Jacksonville is a large port city located in north east Florida. A unique mix of big city, beach towns, and natural playgrounds, Jacksonville is full of surprises. There is a wide variety of attractions, hotels and restaurants in the city. Downtown Jacksonville, located 12 miles from the sea, is divided by the St. Johns River. Both the Northbank and Southbank business districts boast spectacular modern skyscrapers, pedestrian riverwalks, and museums. Jacksonville's beach communities include three laid-back beach towns popular with surfers, families and young people. Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach , all three offer a lively downtown shopping, dining and nightlife district in addition to sharing the same wide strand of soft, white powder sand. Jacksonville Beach also boasts an ocean pier and a water park.

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10 nights. Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Virgin Islands (British), Puerto Rico

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