Mexico, Caribbean & Azores

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Swing to the reggae vibe as you step ashore in the town of “Ochi”, as locals call it, which is one of Jamaica’s top north coast hubs. This former fishing village has grown into a fully-fledged tourist resort and is an ideal spot to pick up souvenirs (including much-prized Blue Mountain coffee) and visit Jamaica’s most famous and unique attraction just a few miles away, Dunn’s River Falls.

La Romana is city on the southern Caribbean coast of the Dominican Republic that is a popular tourist draw. Close by you can visit Altos de Chavón,a replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village in the heart of the Dominican countryside. Or further afield you may choose to visit Santo Domingo, the oldest city of the New World founded in the 16th century.

Capital of the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis, part of the British Leeward Islands, Basseterre is a typical Caribbean city with a relaxed and easy going outlook on life. Surrounded on all sides by lush green hills and mountains, the city is shadowed by Mount Liamuiga, a dormant volcano that dominates the skyline standing at just under 4000 ft. With rugged volcanic geography, golden sandy beaches and a gorgeous tropical climate, there is plenty to see and do in and around Basseterre. See the city’s striking cathedral, explore the local markets or admire the view from the 320 year old Brimstone Hill fortress built by the British to defend against the invading French. 

The capital of Barbados, and UNESCO World Heritage site, Bridgetown has a distinctly British atmosphere - you’ll even find a Trafalgar Square with a statue of Nelson. Barbados typifies our idea of a classic West Indian island like no other. The island has a beautiful interior dotted with gardens and English country churches, and is rimmed with wonderful breaches.

Since 1546 Ponta Delgada has been capital of São Miguel, which is the largest of the nine islands in the Azores archipelago. In the last twenty-five years the cosmopolitan little town has seen rapid expansion bringing the archipelago its first university, shopping mall and dual carriageway. Yet, it still has a small town charm with squares paved with black and white tiles, beautiful churches, and public buildings with white-painted facades and dark volcanic stone trim. Volcanic activity has produced spectacular scenery on the islands and this extraordinary natural beauty is a highlight of optional excursions.