Sunny Florida skies, year-round warmth, nightlife, and a diverse culture define this cosmopolitan city. South Beach draws crowds, while the Art Deco District is the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture. Shop from Bal Harbour to Lincoln Road and Coconut Grove, enjoy Cuban culture on Calle Ocho, or visit the historic Venetian Pool. There's something for everyone in this "Gateway to the Americas."

Barbados is ringed by pristine beaches: rugged, hilly east coast on the Atlantic; calmer west coast with most resort hotels, Bridgetown, and colonial settlements. Visit the restored 17th-century Sunbury Plantation House or enjoy views from Gun Hill Signal Station. Go catamaran sailing, Atlantis submersible tours, or off-road island safaris. Don't miss flying fish with a glass of Mount Gay rum.

Discover colorful Port of Spain, rich in multicultural heritage, skyscrapers, lush gardens, and early 20th-century mansions. Explore The Savannah, its orchid house, and enjoy a fresh coconut from a park vendor. Visit the National Museum and Art Gallery, The Red House, The Magnificent Seven, and Queen's Royal College's clock tower. Frederick St. offers restaurants, galleries, shopping, local art, fine clothing, and unique souvenirs. Savor seafood, roti, or callaloo with Calypso rhythms.

The first settlement in Santarem was a Jesuit mission built in 1661. Today, Santarem is one of the Amazon's most important trading centers, and is rich in legend and nature. The town is situated at the point where the Tapajos and the Amazon waters meet. This is called the "Wedding of the Waters" and is one of Santarem's major attractions. The lakes and forests of this area are home to numerous species of birds, particularly the white egret.

Boca Da Valeria is an Indian village on a 400-ft hill overlooking the Amazon, between Parintins and Santarem. Wander the small settlement or relax aboard and enjoy close-up views of lush equatorial vegetation. Ashore, see log canoes, grass huts, and a life of hunting and fishing unchanged since early explorers. Due to the under-developed nature of this destination, organized tours are not available.

Manaus, the "Paris of the Jungle," is the capital of Brazil's Amazonas state. Once a river village on the left bank of the Rio Negro, near its meeting with the Amazon, it was shaped by 19th-century rubber barons and is now a key gateway to the mid-Amazon. Riverboats explore tributaries, estuaries, and creeks rich in wildlife. Highlights include the Renaissance-style Opera House and the Customs House, built in Liverpool and nicknamed "Little Big Ben."

The small village of Parintins on Tupinambarana Island is situated in the largest river archipelago of the mid-Amazon. Steeped in centuries-old Indian culture, this village is celebrates an annual "Boi Bumba" festival. The yearly folkloric festival, considered second only to Carnival in Rio, is held in June but the townspeople reenact the festival for visitors throughout the year.

About 25 miles from Santarém, Brazil, Alter do Chão is an Amazon River community on the Rio Tapajós, named for a flat-topped hill backdrop. This small island features white-sand beaches, palm trees, cottages, Indian handicrafts, lush vegetation, a turquoise lagoon, and exceptionally clear water, making it a popular destination. Note: due to its underdeveloped nature, organized tours are not available.

Whether you enjoy climbing waterfalls or simply relaxing on sun-kissed beaches, you will find that the capital of Grenada has something for everyone. From the moment you arrive, you will not only be charmed by a colorful mix of colonial architecture set on lush vegetation, but also be enchanted by the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg. Be sure to visit one of the many spice estates or shop for exotic spices in the Market Square.

Old San Juan, the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction and second-oldest European settlement in the Americas, blends historic landmarks, pristine beaches, great cuisine, and resilience. Walk cobblestoned streets past Spanish Colonial sites, browse colorful plazas, and visit Castillo San Felipe del Morro, Castillo San Cristobal, and Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico. Then explore El Yunque's rainforest and waterfalls before relaxing on Luquillo Beach.

Sunny Florida skies, year-round warmth, nightlife, and a diverse culture define this cosmopolitan city. South Beach draws crowds, while the Art Deco District is the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture. Shop from Bal Harbour to Lincoln Road and Coconut Grove, enjoy Cuban culture on Calle Ocho, or visit the historic Venetian Pool. There's something for everyone in this "Gateway to the Americas."