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On Land
Often portrayed as a destination for water-lovers, the Carib-
bean presents myriad outdoor challenges on land as well: cy-
cling, hiking, golfing, tennis, parasailing - just about any type
of warm-weather sport imaginable. The pace goes from mild to
wild - whatever the two of you choose.
One of the most challenging activities in the islands is an all-
day hike up St. Kitts'
Mount Liamuiga
. Climb this dormant
volcano all the way to the mile-wide crater rim to view a spec-
tacular cloud forest and steaming sulphur vents in the volcanic
region. The hike is a tough one, so come prepared with very
good walking shoes and a can-do spirit.
Is biking more your speed? Grab your partner and a mountain
bike and head for the challenges of Jamaica (where you can tour
the lofty
Blue Mountains
on guided rides) or the ease of flatter
islands like Little Cayman.
How about something a little easier? The US Virgin Islands of-
fer a whole range of milder pursuits. Save some energy for
shopping on St. Thomas, where poinciana-covered hills over-
look streets filled with some of the Caribbean's finest duty-free
shopping stores. Eco-tourists especially enjoy St. John, where
nature lovers can camp and hike in the national park that cov-
ers two-thirds of this unspoiled island.
D
on't miss St. John's
love bush
, an indigenous spe-
cies with slightly frayed leaves. Follow the local legend
to test your love: pick a leaf and carve your and your
mate's initials into it. Plant the leaf. If it takes root and
grows, so will your love.
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