subject: The Caribbean: Beyond The Views From Your Beach Chair [print this page] The Caribbean region is home to an exceptionally diverse collection of islands, from the tiniest one that looks like the tip of an ancient volcano, to the largest whose mountain range provides a sufficient altitude to enjoy the surrounding panoramic views. If you want to have it all, choosing to stay in a place of luxury such as Cap Maison is already winning half the battle. But if you want something more than just spending days lounging at the beach and sipping your favorite chilled drink, know that there is an astonishing array of activities that can be enjoyed by the discerning traveller.
Caves and Flowers in Barbados
Sure, you probably didnt travel this far and check in at some swanky place like Cap Maison only to willingly leave its comfort and luxury to engage in a physically demanding activity such as cave exploration. But you can rest assured that Harrisons Cave in Barbados is worth the effort! You can take the open train to travel deep into its heart safely. Harrisons Cave bristles with crystallized limestone, and its stalactities and stalagmites come in intriguing shapes and sizes. Moreover, while youre at it, you can check out the famous Flower Forest in Barbados, which is essentially more than 50 acres of botanical garden with a selection of flora, always blooming regardless of the time of year. The clincher: enjoy relaxing lunches or teas amidst this luxuriant setting, complete with panoramic views of the surrounding views on the east coast.
Biking and Zip Line in St Lucia
In St. Lucia, you can enjoy a four-hour bike ride around the island, exploring its east coasts forest trails, with help and real-time enlightenment professionally provided by a competent guide. Whats more, you dont even have to leave the luxurious grounds of your temporary home in Cap Maison to experience something as fun as zipping down a length of wire. St. Lucias own zip line is absolutely thrilling, as it allows you to travel over forest canopies from as high as 50 feet above the ground. The source of a true adrenaline rush, St. Lucias zip lines 500-feet runs will make sure you are fully sated as far as your appetite for thrills is concerned.
Enjoying Dominicas sights from a Hanging Tram
In Dominica, youll be able to ride on a hanging gondola that takes you on a mile-long journey into the rainforest. If theres something that can compel you to leave your suite at the Cap Maison, then this should be one of those things. Dominicas own Morne Trois Pitons National Park is a must-visit, and exploring it from the safety of these hanging gondolascomplete with a tour leaderis an enlightening experience, with wildlife and nature that you wont forget.
