Get set to be inspired by HRH Prince Harry's imminent Caribbean Tour of seven countries including several 'paradise islands'. On 20 November Prince Harry sets off to Antigua & Barbuda to represent his grandmother, HM The Queen, and the tour coincides with three of the Caribbean countries celebrating milestone independence anniversaries. For those who wish to follow in the footsteps of HRH and jet off for a Caribbean getaway of their own, here's a shortlist from the travel experts at HotelsCombined.
Antigua and Barbuda
Harry will begin his tour in Antigua and Barbuda to celebrate its 35th year of independence. This beautiful country is famous for its reef-lined beaches, rainforests and colourful villages. The islands' sheltered bays have provided refuge over the centuries for pirates, yachties and none other than Admiral Nelson (who also knew Nevis – another stop on Harry's tour – very well indeed).
St Kitts and Nevis
From Antigua and Barbuda, Prince Harry will be making visits to nearby countries such as St Kitts and Nevis to learn about local projects including those on conservation, youth empowerment and sport for social development. St Kitts and Nevis is a two-island nation combining beaches with beauteous mountains and a rich history, where visitors find friendly locals, a laid-back culture and foot-tapping soca beats. Harry first visited Nevis in 1992 with his brother and mother.
St Lucia
Famous for its intimate luxury resorts, volcanic beaches and its photogenic Pitons, St Lucia is also home to rainforest trails, waterfalls, reef-diving sites and historic plantations. Head to the north of the country for beautiful golden beaches, developed resorts like Rodney Bay, great restaurants and lively bars, or stay in the south for scenery, nature, the Pitons and volcanic beaches.
St Vincent & The Grenadines
Harry's next stop is the glamorous nation of St Vincent & The Grenadines. Peppered with yacht-filled harbours, exclusive private islands and clear waters uncluttered by tourist exploitation, 'SVG' as it is known embodies idyllic, exotic island life. Relax in freedom on the white sand beaches, with barely a soul around.
Grenada
Known as 'the spice isle', this hilly Caribbean country is famous for growing spices including nutmeg and mace, cinnamon, ginger and all-spice. It's not just spices the island is known for either: Grenada produces delicious and highly-ethical luxury chocolate. The beaches are never crowded and the refreshing rainforest waterfalls are within easy reach of the picturesque harbour capital, St George's.
Barbados
In Barbados, Prince Harry will join in the country's 50th anniversary of independence celebrations and visit charities and organisations that address social issues affecting the region. Barbados is one of the region's most popular holiday hotspots thanks to its array of beach resorts, thriving nightlife, UNESCO World Heritage capitol and welcoming locals.
Guyana
The Royal Tour concludes in Guyana, which is also celebrating its 50th anniversary of independence. Here, Harry will take in some of the natural sights of the Hinterland as well as discover how eco-tourism and conservation efforts have changed the lives - and future - of locals. Defined by its dense rainforest, this English-speaking country is known for its cricket and calypso music and is culturally connected to the island nations of the Caribbean.
