Signature Vacations - Cruise 2008/2009 - (Page 9) St. Lucia; Sulphur Springs Acknowledged as the world’s only drive-in volcano, a walk through Sulphur Springs takes you past pools and hot springs that are bubbling and belching with sulphur laden steam. While most of the pools are too hot to bathe in, visitors are invited to take a dip in the mineral enriched warm river which has been credited with taking the ache out of bones and the itch out of bites! Barbados; Welchman Hall Gully With a mystical feeling, the awe-inspiring Welchman Hall Gully was formed by the collapsing of several caves (some of which are still evident today). The 3 quarter mile long gully is home to a profusion of tropical plants including bamboo, nutmeg, clove and palms. For a special treat visit early in the morning to see a troop of Green Monkeys being fed. Guadeloupe; Snorkeling at Jacques Cousteau Underwater Reserve Don your fins and masks because Guadeloupe is considered to be one of the top 10 diving and snorkeling sites by legendary aquatic explorer Jacques Cousteau. In homage to the infamous diver, an underwater reserve has been established by the Government of Guadeloupe. Snorkel or ride in the glass-bottom boat, whatever you choose you are sure to encounter plenty of marine life. St. Kitts; Brimestone Hill Fortress Rising almost 800 feet above the sea, it boasts the islands most spectacular views, which span as far as Nevis, St. Estatius and even St. Barts on a clear day. Known as the ‘Gibraltar of the West Indies’, Brimstone Hill began construction in 1690 under British rule as a refuge fortress in times of war. It is the only man made UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean. Visit to see the dormant cannons and relive a part of the island’s history. Tortola; Sage Mountain Park Declared a National Park in 1964, it is home to the highest point in the Virgin Islands, both British and US, Mount Sage at 1716 feet. With most of the park residing at an elevation of 1000 feet or more, the conditions are often rainy and cloudy which support some of the forest species such as bullet wood. Hikers will get to see rare and endangered plant species as well as the many stages of ongoing reforestation that has been taking place in previously cultivated areas. Guadeloupe Tortola St. kitts 9 Coral Islands
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