There are few natural attractions as aptly named as the Great Blue Hole \u2014 a gigantic circle of deep blue water plunging into the Caribbean Sea. Located in the Lighthouse Reef, just off the coast of Belize, the Great Blue Hole is believed to be the largest underwater sinkhole in the world and has fast become a bucket list favorite for adventurous scuba divers. But you don\u2019t have to dive into the deep to experience the magnitude of the UNESCO-listed wonder\u2014 for the most incredible views\u00a0soar over the Great Blue Hole in a helicopter\u00a0and enjoy a dazzling aerial view.<\/p>\n
No TV, no problem \u2013\u00a0the\u00a0Koro Sun Resort and Rainforest Spa\u00a0is all about passing time naturally in its otherworldly paradise of lush rainforest and crystal-clear sea. With luxe floating bungalows encircling a private azure lagoon (perfect for kayaking) and a swim-up bar (perfect for sundown cocktails), your escape into all things perfectly tropical awaits.<\/p>\n
When you visit\u00a0Jamaica Inn, you\u2019re getting front-row seats (or well, lounge chairs) to one of Jamaica\u2019s premier private beaches, Ocho Rios. The Traveler\u2019s Choice-winning hotel offers complimentary beach activities like kayaking, sunfish sailing and snorkeling \u2013\u00a0and back on shore, its doting beach staff is more than happy to hand-deliver rum punch(es!) right to your spot in the sand.<\/p>\n
Sure, you can go horseback riding, kayaking or swimming with whales (yes, whales) at the Kingdom of\u00a0Tonga\u2019s Sandy Beach Resort. But you can also just grab a book from the resort library, stretch out on the pristine sandy beach, and lose yourself to the sights and sounds of this Southern Pacific paradise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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