​ Small Luxury Hotels of the World has a number of member hotels in the Caribbean. Manoah Boutique Hotel, Anguilla The new Manoah Boutique Hotel opened in December 2016 on the shores of Shoal Bay. Its 25 bedrooms and suites are decorated in cool neutral shades and each room has a private glass-fronted veranda overlooking the beach. The resort offer...

Father and son's ineptitude leads to a magical beach and sandbar discovery in the Bahamas. In the clearest of Bahamian waters, my son slows the boat and trims up the motor. The bow meets the white sand with the slightest resistance and we come to a gentle stop. Our eyes scan the perfect crescent of beach, the adjacent glistening sandbar and we cong...

Tucked away on the South coast of Puerto Rico, Ponce remains a hidden gem. Known locally as the "Pearl of the South," Ponce is a grand dame of beautifully preserved and restored buildings with cool, shady squares and fountains reminiscent of Europe. The town vibe is elegant and laid back. The locals are very welcoming. And the art - visual, archite...

Old Havana, built in the 16th Century, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The rich and deep history of the city pulsates through every street, brought to life in the colors, flavors and faces of the people who inhabit this ancient city. A land that time forgot but with a beating heart eager to catch up with the modern world. Images : www.visitcuba.co...

A catamaran with captain to indulge in the U.S. Virgin Islands The main sail and jib are up. The drizzle ceases, blue sky appears and the sun peeks out. We catch a northeast wind and immediately start whipping across the Caribbean Sea at nine-and-a-half knots. It's as if all the stars have aligned and captain Dunbar St. Cyr, flashing his brilliant ...

 . The Panama Canal lays claim to a place on the list of great journeys of the world, featuring as it does on the Wish List of so many new and seasoned travelers. For that reason, the vast majority of passengers on board a recent Norwegian Cruise sailing through the Canal and into the Gatun Lake were determined not to miss the experience, even...