Diminutive Grand Turk may be the administrative capital and seat of government for the Turks and Caicos Islands, but don’t let that deceive you – a visit to this low-lying beach-fringed island is like stepping back in time. With a 20 mph speed limit, donkeys and horses that roam freely, and colonial architecture lining the streets, it offers a glimpse of the Caribbean of times gone by.

A fantasyland of palm-fringed beaches and endless activities, Vieques enchants with unspoilt appeal.

Blessed with the majestic Pitons Mountains and finger-licking delicious food, this strikingly beautiful island charms with its curious blend of sophistication and laid back cool.

havana A land of colourful contradictions, visiting Havana is like stepping back in time.

La Habana Vieja is a World Heritage site and full of gems that are best appreciated up close and personal. DO a guided city tour, cigar factory tour or walk the city at random. Efforts both main street and off-the-beaten- path will be rewarded when you see salsa dancers gliding across cobblestones, catch kids playing a soccer match in the street, or stumble across bespoke perfumery, La Habana 1791.

In the last decade the city of Miami has changed dramatically. Now less Miami Vice and more Miami nice, it has evolved into a sizzling hot spot with world-renowned culture, arts, food and design.

REAL LIFE 24 Hours in Camana Bay. A vibrant town stretching from the famous Seven Mile Beach to the tranquil North Sound, Camana Bay is Grand Cayman’s newest hotspot.

Grenada, the spice island of the Caribbean is a geographical gem where visitors can feel the history of the old forts, explore the landscape and touch the floor of the rain forest.

The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, and named by Christopher Columbus, these Caribbean islands are a destination of choice for both the adventurous traveller and those more inclined to kicking back on one of Antigua’s 365 pristine beaches or strolling along Barbuda’s 17 miles of pink sand. Whatever your desire they offer a wealth of tropical experiences just waiting to be enjoyed.