Hidden Wonders of the Caribbean
By Justin Gibson
The Caribbean is home to countless isles , each promising their own variation of paradise . But , tucked away between the many idyllic shores , nestled between charming ports and picturesque vistas are places and experiences that are wholly one of a kind ; Mother Nature broke the mold after creating each of these moments in time . We ’ ve compiled our favorite selection of best-kept secrets and semi-hidden gems for you to discover .
Visit Great Bird Island in Antigua Quite possibly the closest we ’ ll ever come to Jurassic Park in real life , Great Bird Island is exactly what the name implies : a small islet ( just 20 acres ), off the coast of Antigua , that ’ s home to a truly great collection of the dinosaurs ’ closest living relatives . Whether you ’ re an aspiring ornithologist or just an amateur bird-watcher , spotting the isle ’ s native denizens — such as the Red-Billed Tropicbird , the Brown Pelican and the Lesser Antillean Bullfinch — as they swoop and soar makes for a colorful air show and exciting adventure .
El Yunque Rainforest , Puerto Rico
Explore El Yunque Rainforest in Puerto Rico It ’ s easy to want to stay in San Juan when you visit Puerto Rico — what with its colorful Spanish colonial streets , lively bars and serene beaches . But you should absolutely make the trek to , and through , El Yunque National Forest . As the only
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