Territory of the US – as the name suggested, these islands are picturesque and perhaps the perfect example of how we all think of Caribbean islands.
Life is relaxed and lived on the beach – with rum and West-Indian food in abundance.

A Caribbean nation, the Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. It is known for its pristine beaches and top-class, all-inclusive resorts, which is why UK holiday makers love it so much.
The island is also known for its quality golf courses – drawing golfers from all over Europe.

Known as the spice isle – Grenada consists of one main island and six smaller ones. This island is rich and fertile, growing plentiful fruits and spices – you can actually smell the nutmeg when you arrive.
It is a pretty island that is reminiscent of parts of Italy, with Georgian buildings overlooking the picturesque harbour.

Sharing the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic, Haiti has the eastern half, with the Dominican Republic to the West.
Many will have only have heard of this Caribbean country since the earthquake in 2010, from which it is still recovering in many ways. Luckily for holidaymakers, many of the islands striking 19th Century buildings survived.