Water & beachesCaribbean
Snorkelling and diving
Reefs off Cozumel, Bonaire and the Cayman Islands.
Multiple islands
Caribbean
Warm water year round, dozens of choices
The Caribbean is not one trip. Pick an island by what you want: easy resorts, diving, sailing or quiet beaches.
Quick facts
Caribbean at a glance
The basics most travellers check before they start planning.
Best time to visit
December to April is driest. Hurricane season runs June to November.
Recommended trip
5–10 days
Typical travel style
Beach holidays, all-inclusives, honeymoons and cruises
Getting around
Taxis, resort transfers, island hire cars and ferries
Weather & climate
Warm year round; driest December to April, hurricane season June to November
Ideal for
Beach, All-inclusive, Honeymoon, Cruises
Explore
Explore Caribbean
Start with what you're most interested in — each area of the destination in one place.
Beaches
Where to swim, sunbathe and spend a slow afternoon.
Explore →Outdoor Adventures
Parks, water, trails and day trips out of the city.
Explore →Things to Do
The experiences most visitors plan their days around.
Explore →Food & Dining
Local dishes, food districts and where to eat well.
Explore →Family Activities
Things that work with kids in tow.
Explore →Arts & Culture
Galleries, theatre, music and local history.
Explore →Shopping
Markets, main streets and outlet centres.
Explore →Neighborhoods
How the area breaks down and where to base yourself.
Explore →Things to do
Top things to do in Caribbean
Experiences worth planning your days around. Availability and pricing are always shown by the travel partner, never by Zaventra.
Water & beachesCaribbean
Catamaran day sails
Half-day trips with swim stops, common on most islands.
OutdoorsCaribbean
Rainforest and waterfall hikes
Especially on Dominica, St Lucia and Puerto Rico.
Where to stay
Find hotelsWhere to stay in Caribbean
Pick the area that suits your trip first, then compare hotels with our booking partner.
All-inclusive resort zones
Best for fixed budgets and families who want everything on site.
Find hotels here →Getting there
Getting to Caribbean
How most travellers arrive, and what to weigh up before booking.
Flying
Most travellers connect through Miami, Fort Lauderdale or San Juan.
Cruise
Sailings from Florida and Texas call at several islands in one trip.
Ferry
Inter-island ferries link many of the smaller islands.
- Most US travellers connect through Miami, Fort Lauderdale or San Juan.
- Cruises from Florida are a common way to sample several islands.
- Inter-island flights and ferries link the smaller islands.
Getting around
Getting around Caribbean
What actually works once you arrive.
Rental car
Good on larger islands; check which side of the road they drive on.
Taxis
Rates are often fixed by route — agree the fare before setting off.
Resort transfers
Usually the easiest airport-to-hotel option.
Ferries
The practical way to hop between neighbouring islands.
Walking
Resort areas and small towns are easily covered on foot.
Food & dining
What to eat in Caribbean
Island cooking leans on seafood, slow-cooked stews and fresh tropical fruit.
Local specialities
- Jerk and grilled seafood
- Conch dishes
- Rice and peas
- Rum punch and fresh juice
Beach shacks
Simple, fresh and usually the best value on the island.
Town markets
Fruit, spices and local snacks worth a morning.
Resort dining
Convenient, though rarely the most memorable meal of the trip.
Plan your trip
What a Caribbean trip costs
All-inclusive resorts often work out cheaper than paying for meals separately.
Zaventra never shows live prices or availability — those are set and shown by the travel provider when you search.