The new sovereign of England, Charles III, inherits from his mother Elizabeth II the head of state of 15 countries (his mother was 16, but Barbados became a republic in 2021). The new king may have to travel to all of them, some in remote corners of the world, from the Caribbean to the Antipodes, and many with great attractions for travelers.
United Kingdom
London monopolizes the focus of all tourists when traveling to Great Britain, but touring the rest of England is a pleasure to discover from the Roman ruins of Hadrian’s Wall to venturing through the classical countryside or enjoying the hot springs of a seaside resort, not forgetting the castles and landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. In the evening, the visit to the pub is pure British tradition.
Old and bearded
This is the name of the two main islands of this country, which has some other smaller ones, located at the junction of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Its beaches with reefs, its pluvial forest and its tourist complexes are renowned. Antigua, the largest island, is where international flights land and cruise ships dock.
Bahamas
The pirates and corsairs who chose these islands as a base of operations for their incursions into the Caribbean may not have noticed the beauty of the landscapes that surrounded them, nor were they able to dive through its incredible seabed. The capital, Nassau, is a must to discover its well-preserved colonial heritage, its Victorian villas, churches and forts.
Belize
Belize’s attractions are similar to those of Mexico in many aspects, such as gastronomy or Mayan archaeology, although it is distinguished by its Caribbean influence, more heterogeneous due to its mix of cultures, religions and ethnic diversity. Its barrier reef is one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world that has hundreds of species of corals and fish of all sizes and colors. The Gran Cenote Azul (in the photo) is one of its main tourist icons.
Canada
It is the second largest country in the world, so its nature offer is spectacular, with a great diversity in its territory, immense mountains, glaciers and infinite forests. A very visited place is Banff National Park (in the photo). But to the natural beauty add an extraordinary culture and gastronomy and vibrant cities such as Vancouver, Toronto, Ottrawa or Montreal.
Granada
One of the coveted spice islands for being one of the largest producers of nutmeg. It is the second smallest independent country in the Western Hemisphere (after Saint Kitts and Nevis). It is found in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, north of Trinidad and Tobago, northeast of Venezuela, and south of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Its capital is the city of Saint George. White sand beaches, mountains, lakes of volcanic origin, exotic species and tropical forests make Granada a popular holiday destination that combines adventure and relaxation.
San Cristóbal and Nieves
Officially called Saint Kitts and Nevis, this country in the north of the Antilles, specifically the Windward Islands, owes its name to this pair of islands. A popular cruise ship destination, this twin-island nation combines beaches with beautiful mountains, activities to fill the body and a rich history to fill the mind. St. Kitts is the largest island, but Nevis has more appeal, with its volcanic mountains, a handful of beautiful beaches, and its flirtatious capital, Charlestown.
St. Lucia
Located in the eastern Caribbean, this tropical island boasts forest-covered mountains, banana plantations, coconut palms, beaches, and fishing villages. At 43 kilometers long and 22 kilometers wide, it is the second largest island in the Barlovento archipelago. The market in the main square of its capital, Castries, is a magnet for visitors, where you can taste fresh food and spices and get in touch with the local culture.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
A main island (Saint Vincent) and a chain of smaller islands (the Grenadines) make up this small southern Caribbean nation. Among the islands, some are private and spectacular yachts pass through them. Bequia Island is one of the main attractions to dock, facing Admiralty Bay, lined with white sand beaches.
Solomon Islands
Located in Melanesia, in Oceania, welcoming and often unspoiled, these islands have no white sand beaches and no resorts. Their attraction lies in ecotourism, they are ideal for lovers of open spaces and nature documentaries, with volcanic islands, crocodile-infested mangroves, large lagoons, tropical islets and emerald forests. Under its waters, divers will find sunken ships and wrecks from the Second World War.
Papua New Guinea
It occupies the eastern half of the second largest island in the world (New Guinea) and its volcanoes, jungles and coral reefs (an object of desire for divers) define the setting for one of the most striking cultures in the world. Adventure here is guaranteed for travelers, especially if they go into the jungle with expert local guides and stay in a village to share life with the locals.
