Private Investigators Caribbean Islands

About the Caribbean Islands:

The Caribbean Islands is a massive archipelago located in the Caribbean Sea, that can be subdivided into a few different regions: the Lucayan Archipelago, the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles and the ABC Islands. There are 13 sovereign states and 17 dependent territories in the Caribbean, and the predominant languages are English, Spanish, French, Dutch and Antillean creole. The Caribbean sprawls across more than 1.06 million square miles and is primarily located between North America and South America.

Almost all of the Caribbean islands are in the Caribbean Sea, with only a few in inland lakes. The largest island is Cuba. Other sizable islands include Hispaniola, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, North Andros, and Trinidad. Some of the smaller islands are referred to as a rock or reef.

More than 7,000 islands in the Caribbean Sea are blessed with near-perfect weather, white-sand beaches, and brilliantly blue waters. It’s no surprise the 100 or so inhabited islands are beloved vacation destinations for visitors from around the world.

While the islands have much in common with one another, their histories, natural resources, topography, and cultures pose fascinating distinctions. Centuries of influence from European countries, Africa, and other parts of the world have created the music, art, customs, languages, and cuisine of the islands today. In many places, well-preserved architecture tells the story of the destination’s past.

 Places to stay range from quaint bed-and-breakfasts to luxurious resorts and everything in between. Each island offers stunning beauty, and we’re sharing some of our favorites here. Here are 18 of the most beautiful Caribbean islands.

• The Caribbean region is home to 13 sovereign states and 17 dependent territories.
• Some of the independent countries include Cuba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Barbados.
• Dependent territories are held by the UK (e.g., British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands), France (e.g., Guadeloupe, Martinique), the Netherlands (e.g., Curaçao, Aruba), and the US (e.g., Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands).
• The predominant languages in the Caribbean are English, Spanish, French, Dutch, and various Creole languages.
• The Caribbean has a diverse history, with periods of colonization by European powers, the transatlantic slave trade, and movements for independence.