Virgin Islands travel of British

When it comes to holidays in the Caribbean, the common perception is that it’s all about beaches.

But while it is true that the USP of many islands is palm-shaded sands lapped by a gin-clear bath-warm sea, the region offers so much more. Choose the right destination and you can, for example, enjoy fantastic diving, snorkelling and sailing, trek through – and zip-line over – rainforests and visit fascinating sights associated with the islands’ complex colonial heritage. In terms of accommodation, the region also offers a diverse range – not just large all-inclusive complexes but small-scale romantic hideaways, and not only high-end hotels but also excellent inexpensive guest houses. Read more: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/caribbean/articles/The-best-Caribbean-holidays/