Caribbean Hideaway

The mere thought of planning a Caribbean hideaway conjures up visions of sun kissed beaches, a warm tropical breeze, of restful long days of sunbathing and romantic evenings of sensuous dancing under the stars. There are many varied opinions about what makes up a romantic vacation, but the Caribbean seems to hold it all.

Some couples consider a stay in a huge luxury hotel with spas and room service to be an ultimate romantic experience. Others would choose a small, private island oasis, far away from the noise and commotion of the crowd, spending days of activities that would rejuvenate them and enhance the closeness with their lover. There are other people too who would love their Caribbean hideaway indulging in exciting adventures like snorkeling and SCUBA Diving alongside tours, shopping and waterskiing.

Whatever your idea of the perfect Caribbean hideaway may be, all your options are open on these islands. All you need is to choose what you and your love would enjoy doing most. The most amazing thing about the Caribbean is that it transforms every vacation into dreams come true and you never have to settle for regular and common ready-made packages if you can be spontaneous and truly romantic.

For the chosen few who can afford luxurious pampering combined with plenty of adventure, many huge resorts cater to a wide variety of tastes. The Casa de Campo is a 7,000 acre Caribbean resort on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic. Among the various amenities Casa de Campo's patrons indulge in is the "Teeth of the Dog" golf course designed by Peter Dye. "Teeth of the Dog" is the best golf course in the Caribbean and 43rd worldwide according to Golf Magazine.

Alongside golf, Casa de Campo has a tennis center, trap shooting facilities, horseback riding and water sports options like kayaking and sailing. Casa de Campos wellness spa has treatments of all kinds which include massages, aromatherapy, and body treatments - all custom made to pamper your bodies while on a romantic vacation.

If you prefer a small and intimate setting, then consider Island Outpost in Jamaica or the Bahamas as one of your prime destinations in the Caribbean. The ingenious concept of Island Outpost appeals to couples who want to relax and spend time together away from the rat race of everyday life. Island Outpost has a number of charming small hotels where guests are made to feel as if they're with their friends and not in a large hotel chain.

A total of fifteen Island Outpost hotels and villas are throughout Jamaica and The Bahamas, each one having its unique identity. For those who are drawn to nature and commit to ecological sustenance, Island Outpost's aim to have a minimal impact on their areas and to work for the preservation of local wildlife and vegetation is very endearing. As a matter of fact, depending on the facilities, between 80%-95% of the produce is island grown. This also provides well paying jobs for the native population as farmers, fishermen and cooks.

It does not matter what your ideas for relaxation and refreshment are, you can always put them to work on one of your romantic Caribbean vacations. However irrespective of the vacation you pick, it's very important to plan ahead. Keeping a check on the weather and the time of year to make sure you're not going during hurricane season is a great idea. The most visited times in the Caribbean last from December 15 - May 1st. Budget conscious vacationers might choose to visit in May or June as it is cheaper and you can move out before the hurricanes hit.