Aruba
Why you should go: White sand, uncrowded beaches, all-inclusive resorts, and fantastic opportunities for diving and snorkeling.
Visa Information: Multiple entry Schengen visa valid for a stay of 30 days not exceeding 180 days in a year.
How to get there: Fly to Oranjestad via Amsterdam
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Antigua and Barbuda
Why you should go: Enjoy breathtaking views at Shirley Heights, relax on the tranquil shores of Darkwood Beach, and dive into a power snorkeling adventure at Turtle Beach.
Visa Information: If you have a valid Schengen visa you can enter Antigua and Barbuda without applying for a separate visa. Upon arrival you will need to obtain a Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA), which allows a stay of up to 30 days not to exceed 180 days per year.
How to get there: Hounslow, London, Queens to Antigua
Bahamas
Why you should go: Beautiful beaches with clear waters, coral reefs, forests and historic towns.
Visa information: Valid Schengen visa for a maximum stay of 90 days.
How to get there: Fly to Nassau via London
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Bonaire
Why you should go: Bonaire National Marine Park, Kralendijk, Bonaire’s Donkey Sanctuary, Lac Bay, Pekermeer Flamingo Sanctuary.
Visa Information: Visitors may stay in Bonaire for a maximum of 90 days per entry, but not more than 180 days per year.
How to get there: Amsterdam, Oranjestad to Bonaire
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Curacao
Why you should go: Museums, Dutch colonial architecture, beaches, and great diving and snorkeling.
Visa Information: A valid multiple entry Schengen visa allows a maximum stay of 30 days, not to exceed 180 days per year.
How to get there: Amsterdam to Curacao
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dominican republic
Why you should go: Incredible architecture, national parks, beach clubs with a vibrant party scene
Visa Information: If you hold a valid Schengen, UK, US or Canadian visa you can enter the Dominican Republic visa-free for 30 days.
How to get there: New York to Dominican Republic via Jeddah
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mackerel
Why go: Cove Bay, Wells Bay, Mount Scenery, Windwardside, The Bottom
Visa Information: Visitors to Saba are allowed to stay for a maximum of 90 days at any one time, with a maximum of 180 days in total per year.
How to get there: Paris to Saba via Sint-Martin
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Sint Maarten
Why you should go: Picturesque beaches, casinos, vibrant nightlife and a shopping centre with duty-free shops.
Visa Information: With a valid multiple entry Schengen visa you can stay for up to 30 days.
How to get there: Fly to Simpson Bay via London and Philadelphia
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Saint Eustatius
Why you should go: Fort of Orange, St. Eustatius Museum, Synagogue Ruins, Zeelandia Bay.
Visa Information: Visitors to St. Eustatius are allowed to stay for a maximum of 90 days at a time, with a maximum of 180 days in total per year.
How to get there: Paris to St. Eustatius via St. Martin
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south america
Machu Picchu, Peru
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Peru
Why you should go: With its rolling mountains, calm waters and historic towns, Peru is the perfect place for trekking while enjoying once-in-a-lifetime views.
Visa Information: A six-month US visa allows you to stay in the US for up to 180 days.
How to get there: Paris to Lima
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Columbia
Why you should go: Archaeological ruins, cobblestone streets and pristine Amazon rainforest.
Visa Information: Travelers from India, Thailand, and six other countries can enter Colombia visa-free if they hold a Schengen or U.S. visa.
How to get there: London to Bogota
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