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Island Adventures: Best of 2019
ISLAND ADVENTURE BEST OF 2019
Planning your dream vacation on Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire and St. Maarten just got a whole lot easier! We’ve rounded up our favorite tours and top island hot spots so you can explore the Caribbean like a true expert.
Divi tested and approved – these exhilarating adventures and unforgettable attractions are just what the doctor ordered for the perfect Caribbean vacation. Join us in creating incredible memories that last a lifetime!
ARUBA
Go Off-Roading on ABC Tours’ Island Ultimate Safari
If adventure is calling your name, this thrilling tour is for you! Buckle up for a bumpy ride through Aruba’s rugged desert terrain to visit the island’s top attractions from the Bushiribana Historic Gold Mines to the serene Alto Vista Church, the California Lighthouse, the Fontein Caves and so much more before a final stop at Baby Beach for some amazing snorkeling. For more information, visit www.abc-aruba.com.
Dance the Night Away on the Kukoo Kunuku Party Bus
This adults-only tour will have you laughing, singing, smiling and drinking all night long! Spend your evening riding a vibrant party bus and shaking maracas as you listen to the best tunes and drinks to your heart’s content at several bars around town. Grab your best buds and book this boozy experience exploring Aruba’s exciting nightlife. For more details, visit www.kukookunuku.com, and be sure to request Mama as your host if you want an extra fun time!
BARBADOS
Party Like a Barbadian at Harbour Lights
Harbour Lights Barbados’ Beach Extravaganza Dinner Show is a must while on the island to experience the best of Barbadian culture. Happening only on Mondays and Wednesdays, guests are treated to a night full of lively entertainment from bands, dancers, stilt walkers, acrobats and even a fire performer. Plus, there’s great music, dancing, balloons, drinks galore and a traditional Bajan style BBQ buffet, perfect for an electrifying evening in Barbados. For more information, visit www.harbourlightsbarbados.com.
Chill with Monkeys at the Barbados Wildlife Reserve
While you can see monkeys pretty much anywhere on the island the best place to catch a closer look and actually hang out amongst them, is at the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. Not only can you see hundreds of these quick moving mammals playing, relaxing and doing what they do best – monkeying around, but you can also watch as unique species of deer, tortoises, peacocks, caimans, iguanas and more roam freely throughout the 4-acre forest. Insider tip: arrive a little before 2 p.m. so you don’t miss feeding time, where all the animals gather in one place to grub out. For more information, visit www.barbadoswildlifereserve.com.
BONAIRE
Swim with Colorful Sea Creatures at Divi Dive Bonaire
Bonaire is world-famous for its pristine coral reefs and unbelievably blue waters. One of the best ways to explore this one-of-a-kind underwater world is with Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino’s on-site PADI 5-star dive operation, Divi Dive Bonaire. Hop aboard to discover unique dive destinations near Klein Bonaire, where you’ll find colorful coral reefs, an abundance of awe-inspiring fish, and magnificent sea turtles. For more details, visit dividive.com.
Feed 700+ Donkeys at the Donkey Sanctuary
Donkeys need love too, and on Bonaire, you’re always invited to give them some serious TLC at the Donkey Sanctuary. You will not regret this heartwarming experience where you can hand-feed hundreds of hungry donkeys alongside your car or out and about by foot. And if you bring a few bags of carrots with you, these affectionate asses will become your best friends in no time! For details, visit www.donkeysanctuary.org.
ST. MAARTEN
Ride World’s Steepest Zip Line at Rainforest Adventures
Ideal for adrenaline junkies, Rainforest Adventures features the world’s steepest zip line, dubbed The Flying Dutchman. You’ll feel like you’re on top of the world after taking a leisurely ride on the Sky Explorer chairlift to the top of the mountain. Enjoy a drink from the bar and take in breathtaking 360° views of the island. And if The Flying Dutchman doesn’t satisfy your need for speed, you can also race down the mountain on an inflatable tube with The Schooner or zip over the mountains on the Sentry Hill Zip Line. For details, visit www.rainforestadventure.com.
Visit Unspoiled Islands with Aqua Mania Adventures
Aqua Mania Adventures is your one-stop-shop for all things water-related, including boat tours, sunset sails, scuba diving and snorkeling adventures, jet ski experiences, day trips to surrounding islands and so much more. Soar over waves on a high-speed jet ski, discover uninhabited islands and British territories with a trip to Prickly Pear and Anguilla, or visit the lush island of Saba, known as the “Unspoiled Queen” of the Caribbean, for a hike to the top of Mount Scenery, the highest point in the Netherlands! For a romantic evening you’ll never forget, book a dreamy sunset sail, and snuggle up with your sweetheart as the sun sets. For more details, visit www.stmaarten-activities.com.
