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Treasure islands

With the global pandemic firmly in its rear view mirror, the Caribbean is poised for an exciting new chapter. Splashy new mega-developments like the US Virgin Islands’ Frenchman’s Reef are redefining destinations full steam ahead, while under-the-radar spots like Dominica are making enormous infrastructure investments and jockeying for some much deserved time in the spotlight.

From the larger destinations to the lesser-known gems, the theme appears to be ‘transformation’. It feels like much of the region is undergoing a massive sea change, doing away with the dusty beach resorts of yore, adapting to the times and speaking to a new generation of traveller.

New hotels, food festivals and activities are making this region more attractive than ever and airlines including British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are adding more direct routes – making it easier to skip out on the colder months in search of tropical sunshine. So, if you’re looking for ways to extend your summer, there’s

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