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As well as 'limin' (chilling out), you will have to find the time to fit in some 'wining' (no, not the drink - it's 'Bajan dancing'), plus there's lots to see on this pretty coral island.

To really understand Barbados, you must take to the waters - a catamaran tour gives you a totally different perspective, while snorkelling fans will enjoy spectacular underwater scenery...

Very laid-back, it has beaches galore, safe waters and a nearly unbroken wall of coral reef. Horatio Nelson's fully restored dockyard makes for a great day out, as does the capital St John's with its lively market and duty-free shops.

Take to the sea on a hired boat and explore Barbuda, approx 30 miles north. For panoramic views, climb Boggy Peak, the highest point on Antigua...

Most of the hotels are on the northwest coast, so we highly recommend you take some excursions round the island to appreciate its diversity. You could even hire a jeep and wander where the fancy takes you!

The famous Pitons are an essential stop, as is the drive-in volcano and botanical gardens. Nature lovers may be lucky enough to spot the leatherback turtles who come ashore between mid-Mar and Sep to nest...

Rolling hills contrast with steep gullies and the towering Blue Mountains beg to be explored. Dunn's River Falls is also breathtaking - both the view and the climb!

The island's strong musical culture is everywhere - Bob Marley's legend and music really does live on here. Do visit Nine Mile - his birthplace. Montego Bay is the best resort to be in if you like it lively - it has a vibrant 'Hip Strip' with a good selection of bars and shops...

The Caribbean's biggest island offers all the pleasures we associate with this part of the world: sun, sea, sand and a laid-back vibe - but with a difference.

For Cuba's extraordinary history, its years of self-sufficiency and its unique Afro-Latin culture make for a holiday that's like nowhere else on earth...