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Philipsburg is the capital of the overseas Dutch colony of St. Maarten. Boasting beautiful views of the Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond, it is an ideal location for a Caribbean holiday. On St. Maarten, there is adventure to be found throughout the beautiful island with snorkeling, swimming and horseback riding available. Philipsburg is also a hotspot for bargain hunters, with a mile-long commercial district with a range of duty-free shops. The white sandy beaches of Philipsburg are the perfect location to enjoy some relaxation.

In the capital of St. Lucia, you will find one of the finest harbors in the West Indies. A large part of the islands exports of bananas, sugar cane, rum and syrup pass through Castries. The city was founded by the French, whose influence is felt today. The backdrop to the town is the mountain of Morne Fortune, which is an ever-present reminder of the natural beauty to be found all over the island if you venture away from the colourful buildings, markets and stores.

The seaside city of Roseau, capital of Dominica, has a rich history. The city boasts Creole architecture from the eighteenth century, and its Old Market, which vendors now flock to to sell their handicrafts and produce, is a former site for slave auctions. Visitors can immerse themselves in the nation's history at the Dominica Museum or see the local flora and fauna at the Dominica Botanical Gardens.

Antigua is an island in the West Indies in the Caribbean region and it is the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. Antigua means "ancient" in Spanish and was named by Christopher Columbus. In 1784 Admiral Horatio Nelson sailed to Antigua where he found warm, steady winds, a coastline of safe harbours, and a protective coral reef: the perfect environment to establish Great Britain's most important Caribbean base. Over 200 years later the same characteristics that attracted the Royal Navy have transformed Antigua in one of the Caribbean's premier tourist destinations.

St. Thomas is a Caribbean paradise which is full of beautiful beaches, adventure and duty-free shopping. A skyride over 200m above ground gives you the chance to take in the whole of the islands scenic beauty while a trip to the top of Charlotte Amalie's 99 steps provides a view of the Caribbean that is unrivalled. A dip in the clear blue waters or just relaxing on one of the many idyllic beaches is the perfect way to relax on St. Thomas. A trip to one of the many duty-free shops is sure to have any shopaholic satisfied.

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