Caye Caulker lies off the coast of Belize, a small island that was once a quiet fishing village and today still feels wonderfully uncrowded compared to many Caribbean destinations. Its name likely comes from an English twist on “Hicaco,” the old Spanish name meaning coco plum, a nod to the island’s early days and bilingual roots.

Located on the central coast of the Atlantic this area has fabulous beaches and transparent green water and is a popular resort destination.

Palm Beach, located on Aruba’s northwest coast, is the island’s most famous stretch of sand: a two-mile ribbon of soft white shore lined with turquoise waters and a lively resort scene.

Set on the edge of a vast harbor on Tasmania’s wild west coast, Strahan feels like a place shaped by both sea and story. Once a busy port serving nearby mining settlements, it still carries echoes of ships, timber yards, and hardworking crews who relied on the sheltered waters of Macquarie Harbour. Today, that same harbor is the starting point for journeys into remote landscapes, with boats gliding toward places that were once feared as much as they were relied upon.

The Dominican Republic is a vibrant mosaic of cultures, landscapes, and rhythms. The country’s culture is celebrated through lively festivals, music, and dance, with merengue and bachata resonating in every corner.