Caribbean Downtown + Military Pictures

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Stand on the walls of this ruined fortress, enjoy sublime views and contemplate the challenges faced by colonists in defending the harbor.

The oldest building on the island, this 18th-century Dutch fort once warded off attacks. Now, it contains a museum devoted to the island’s history.

Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.

Admire the view of the Caribbean Sea and St. John’s and examine the powder magazine and gun emplacements of this beachside fort.

One of the oldest buildings on the island, this fort offers magnificent views as well as a look back in time to the years of Danish rule in St. Croix.

This small Caribbean island is a popular haunt for the beauty of its beaches and the tranquility of its waters.

Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.

Marvel at a Spanish fortification on the edge of Old San Juan, a place full of haunting myths, fascinating history and stunning photography spots.

The oldest building on the island, this 18th-century Dutch fort once warded off attacks. Now, it contains a museum devoted to the island’s history.

An idyllic beach that offers breathtaking views and diverse marine animal life, as well as scenic walking trails that lead to geological wonders.

Stand on the walls of this ruined fortress, enjoy sublime views and contemplate the challenges faced by colonists in defending the harbor.

Learn about the culture and customs of the indigenous inhabitants of Aruba through a series of intriguing archaeological exhibits.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

Visit the two islands of this republic for rainforest hiking, diving, bird-watching and festival excitement.

Relive Cuban history from the 1400s to the present day via exhibits set in the exquisite rooms of Havana’s former presidential palace.

Get a grand view of the green countryside near Trinidad while you contemplate the original use of this tall tower, part of a former sugar plantation.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.

Once an important defensive stronghold, this atmospheric fort now houses a museum dedicated to the island’s enthralling history.