Cancun is more than a party destination with luxury hotels (though a good one at that). It is the Yucatán Peninsula's gateway to a world of jungle-clad Mayan pyramids, the crystal caves of Rio Secreto, and a scuba paradise off Isla Mujeres. 

Days can be spent lounging next to Caribbean waters with margarita in hand, or exploring the nearby jungles and cenotes. Make time to visit Chichen Itza or the Tulum ruins—both places you can go for guided morning explorations before the grounds open to the general public. 

For something different in Mexico's most popular beach destination, spend an afternoon in a downtown plaza, or venture out for dinner and a Cirque du Soleil show in the heart of Riviera Maya.

At Land's End

The sapphire Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific at El Arco, arguably the most photographed landmark of Baja California Sun  Originally inhabited by the  Pericu Indians, the mountainous desert peninsula is broke up in three districts: Cabo San Lucas, The Corridor and San Jose del Cabo, each enjoying 350 long days of warm sun per year.

Cabo San Lucas, the "Striped Marlin Capital of the World" and  host to the biggest-stakes fishing tournament on the planet.  It is fisherman's paradise by day and reveler's dream by night.  Trendy restaurant and bars, a lovely marina, and the Luxury Avenue Mall lure travelers the way anglers draw in their catches.

The fun continues at Medano Beach, where the Corridor begins.  Twenty miles of upscale resorts, impressive spas, championship golf courses and beaches lead to San Jose del Cabo, a sleepy town of cobblestone alleys and colonial architecture, small art galleries and boutiques, and other old world charms.

Where Romance Comes to Play

Several destinations combine to create one of the most popular haunts of today's leisure traveler - Puerto Vallarta, which exploded onto the tourism scene with diversity that spans from world-class resorts on Banderas Bay to white-washed adobe houses on streets bursting with bougainvillea .  

With a section formally designated as the Romantic Zone, it seems only fitting that at least one famous love blossomed here: Richard Burton and Liz Taylor rendezvoused while filming The Night of the Iguana in the south-side villages of Boca de Tomatlan and Mismaloya.  Yet with Playa de los Muertos' golden shores beckoning the enticement of celebrity pales in comparison. 

Getaway to the Mayan World

To discover all of the Mexican jungle's ancient secrets, go to the Riviera Maya.  Known for its 70-mile stretch of postcard-perfect waterfront, this region is also the site of the ruins of Tulum and its eponymous beach.  Equally famous for its cenotes - stunning underground sinkholes filled with crystalline water - as it is for its shoreline, rest and adventure go hand in hand here.

A stone's throw away from the peaceful resorts that line the Riviera Maya's shores is the renowned touristic area of Cancun; the colorful villages of Playacar and, of course, lively Playa del Carmen, where the nightlife keeps visitors on their feet.

Nature-lovers will quickly find what they seek, as well.  Xcaret, the massive eco-archeological theme park, is based here and, just south you'll find the 1.3 mile on-acre San a'an Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 23 archeological sites.  Not to be forgotten are the famous coral reef of Cozumel and the puerto Aventuras marina, popular with fisherman and yachters alike. 

Tulum is a town on the Caribbean coastline of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula.

It’s known for its beaches and well-preserved ruins of an ancient Mayan port city. The main building is a large stone structure called El Castillo (castle), perched on a rocky cliff above the white sand beach and turquoise sea. 

Near the ruins is the Parque Nacional Tulum, a coastal area with mangroves and cenotes

Relaxation may be the prevalent theme at most Caribbean islands, but in Aruba, the focus of every day is to find the joy each moment.  Even the sun shines with a smile on "One Happy Island" where light trade winds make 82 degrees the temperature of perfection.

For perfection it is, for every travel style, from family-and sea turtle! - favorite Eagle Beach to glamorous Palm Beach Deserts populated by cact curious guanas, and ancient boulders call to the explorer within, and the craggy limestone cliffs, towering sand dunes, and crashing breakers to the north inspire awe and a sense of freedom.  In the capital city of Oranjestad refined Dutch colonial architecture steals the spotlight just minutes from the islands fofoti trees and inquisitive manne life.

Located in the heart of the Southern Caribbean, its world-famous festivals, international cuisine and shopping are legendary.

Ringed by glorious offshore reefs, to dive this island is to love it.  Protected as a marine park, the call of the sea is a siren song, with "drive-through" dive stations for tak refills set up between stone markers naming the sites en route. Park, and a literal two minutes' swim takes snorkelers and scuba divers to complex coral landscapes and stunningly preserved reefs, guarded by charming seahorses.  Meanwhile, kayaks are the transport of choice through Bonaire's rare and pristine mangrove system.

Above the clear waters is even more untouched beauty, with beaches just the right size for you and one more.  Company comes in the form of darling donkeys or feathered friends at Gotomeer, where flamingos wing their way nightly to Venezuela.  In Washington-Slagbaai National Park, prickly pears, guida cacti and startling rock formations are happy companions for a 13,000-arce walk.  Even the view from on high, such as from Sera Largu, past the tiny village of Rincon, are peaceful and solitary, with the ghosts of salt pans rising from purple "lakes" in the distance.

A blend of colonial Dutch design and West Indian whimsy, as at the "C" of the ABC Islands is as colorful as the facades of Willemstad.  Floating craft produce markets, modern art galleries, the Queen Emma Bridge, the largest African collection in the region at the Museum Kura Hulanda, relics as the Maritime Museum - these are surpassed in visual pleasure only by the island's 35-plus beaches and unbelievable diving.

When choosing a Caribbean destination, it's easy to think that one island id just like any other.  But with more than 35 captivation cove beaches, a diverse heritage spanning 55 different cultures, a "live and let live" attitude, and unrivaled traditional European architecture, Curacao sets itself apart from the rest as an island to explored.

A leading honeymoon destination, romance is written on every grain of sand, in every splash of countless waterfalls, and every bite of Asian, American, European, and Caribbean cuisine. But this island isn’t just for lovers. Adventure seekers head to the Pitons, Saint Lucia’s two signature peaks, for biking or zipline excursions through jungle canopies.

The list of things to do rivals only the number of trails that lead up to La Soufriere, one of the world’s only drive-in volcanoes, and immaculate beaches, making a honeymoon stage with this island one that never ends.  

Experience every part of the vacation spectrum of Jamaica's 146-mile long borders.  Montego Bay offers easy accessibility with its airport, and boasts amazing beaches, five championship golf courses, and a "hip strip" of shops and restaurants.

On the island's western tip, laid-back Negril's Seven Mile Beach and grotto-lined cliffs call out to water lovers.  

East of MoBay, you'll find more great resorts and beaches in Falmouth Braco, Runaway Bay and Ocho Rios with its famous

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Gentle hills roll right down to rosy shores of Barbados, and a colonial past offers a host of historical attractions, from small villages rife with charm to old sugar mills and restored plantation estates that hark back to the 1600s.

Get a taste of the UK with a cricket match, the national sport of the sovereign island country.  Take a leisurely afternoon tea, where tiers of pastries and finger sandwiches break the view of  the tropical waters before you,,..or make time for "tee" instead with championship golfing under an average of 3,000 annual hours of sun.

Next, take the white glove off and trade it in for your best jacket for dinner on the Platinum Coast - the 15-mile Millionaires' Playground - before tossing it aside to dance with abandon to live reggae and calypso, even more lively during Crop Over.

Enjoy the melodies; they play over the harmony of English elegance and Bajan hospitality where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea.

The sand and sea destination of Punta Cana is nestled on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, 121 miles (196 kilometers) east of bustling Santo Domingo. 

This is the Caribbean paradise you’ve read about: Soft, white-sand beaches stretch along the entire coast, dotted by arching palm trees and lapped by rolling waves.

If you’re visiting in search of lazy days and relaxed sunbathing, you won’t be disappointed, but there’s also plenty of opportunity for outdoor adventure. Snorkel on a catamaran cruise, dune buggy through ancient palm groves and tobacco plantations, parasail over pristine beaches and lush forests, or hit the links at some of the best golf courses in the Caribbean.

This fragrant destination may boast more spices per mile than anywhere else in the world, but its essence is more complex than that.  Nine black-sand shores and 45 white beaches lend visual character to t he sensory mix, along with island-wide music and cultural festivals.  Taste buds dance in Market Square and Grand Anse restaurants, and for rum connoisseurs, there's the water-powered River Antoine Rum Distillery.  Nearby, find the solar-powered Grenada Chocolate Company cottage factory, where a Balthazar River tube ride ends with organic cocoa and goat dairy, and fresh-caught seafood served every Friday.

After all, all routes lead to water here.  A  premier yachting center, it's renowned for game fishing.  Experienced divers visit just for the Bianca C, the Caribbean's largest underwater wreck.  Even the plentiful hiking trails lead to multi-tiered waterfalls or back down to beaches, where victors can go whale-and dolphin -watching or kayaking in quiet Egmont Harbor.

In Grenada, you can spice it up however you like.

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Earlier heralded as primarily a honeymoon destination, the Maldives now draw a diverse range of travellers to its increasing number of backpacker inns and long-established high-end resorts.

Europe’s beloved summertime destination – Greece – is a treasure chest of assorted holiday hot spots, from ancient Athens for the history buffs and city breakers, to is scattering of fabulous islands: all-white, picture-perfect Santorini, swanky Mykonos.

The majesty of modern Italy, successor to one of the mightiest empires ever known, is made immense by its exciting collection of outstanding works of art (some by Michelangelo and Botticelli), ancient ruins and historic spots (Italy contains more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other country in the world)

Popular Luxury resort destination where some guest bungalows are perched over the water on stilts and surrounded by sand-friinged motus (islets) and a turquuoise lagoon protected by a coral reef. It's know for its scuba diving.

Dubai is famous for the record-breaking Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and the Palm, its vibrant culture, turbulent history, modern infrastructure, huge aquariums, and indoor ski slopes.

Few cities match the iconic status that Paris boasts in the imagination of travellers. In fashion, gastronomy, and the arts. There is always something new to discover in Paris beyond the legendary sights and museums we all know so well.