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Sint Maartenโ€™s Dutch Inspired Paradise

Busting with idyllic beaches, parrot sanctuaries and wild zip lines, Sint Maarten is a Dutch territory and country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Part of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean Sea, this little island is also home to Saint Martin in the north.

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Viejo San Juan

Established in 1521 by the Spanish, Old San Juan is the oldest city in the United States and its territories. There you'll find colonial architecture, impressive fortifications, cobblestone streets, open plazas, and hidden patios. Nearby, el Yunque National Forest is the sole tropical rain forest in the U.S.

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Mogote Hills of Viรฑales Valley

Viรฑales a small town west of Havana with green rolling hills planted with fruit, vegetables, coffee and tobacco. Itโ€™s known for steep limestone hills called mogotes which dot the landscape and gardens full of palms and orchids.

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Chasing Waterfalls in Cienfuegos

Located on Bahรญa de Cienfuegos, a bay on Cubaโ€™s southern coast, Cienfuegos is a peaceful town oozing charm. Known for colorful colonial-era buildings, the town is a chief seaport for sugarcane, coffee and tobacco.

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Cobblestone Streets of Trinidad

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1988 because of its historical importance as a center of the sugar trade in the 18th and 19th centuries, Trinidad is also one of the most well-preserved cities in the Caribbean.

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Old Havana

Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century, Havana has had many lives. The city is celebrated for its vibrant culture, rich history and mix of architecture, including Colonial, Baroque and Neoclassical. The tropical climate helps give way to beautiful parks and al fresco dining.

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