Have you been dreaming of a place where there’s sunny beaches, coconut palms, fine sand, magnificent rock formations, vibrant blossoms, lush gardens, fresh fruits, wildlife sanctuaries, cozy rooms and cottages, and colorful festivals? Have you been wanting to take a plunge into warm, blue waters or dive into the deep, watch corals and witness the tropical marine environment? If so then you’ve got to have that long awaited tropical vacation.

Tropical resorts teem around the globe and they offer fun and experience that you don’t find anywhere else. Here are some places, things, or events you may want to check out on your tropical tour.

1. Beaches

There are thousands of beaches around the globe and there’s even more that is left undiscovered. Every beach is different from another. Some have dark sand while some have rocky shores. Others have white sandy shores and some have spectacular rock formations. Tropical beaches come in different looks, owing their varied beauty and wonders through geological and geographical forces that shaped them. Check them out. Book in a hotel near beach resorts. There are lots of beautiful resorts all around the world. The Barbados in the Caribbean is one. If you plan on a tropical vacation then you can’t miss the beach. If ever you do, you’d miss half the fun.

2. Diving and surfing spots

Most beach vacationers enjoy diving and surfing as well. There are lots of diving and surfing spots you can check out in magazines or in the internet. Many diving resorts offer rentals of diving gears you can avail for the deep underwater adventure. There you can watch the tropical fishes, reefs, sea creatures, underwater rock formations, and underwater caverns or surf along giant waves.

3. Festivals

Everyone loves festivals - the colorful costumes, the beat and rhythm of folk music, the fine delicacies, colorful parades and many more. You can’t miss the festivals. Get to learn the art and culture of a place and watch their sports, games, amusements, and other fun activities. You’ll discover much about the place through festivals. So watch and join the fun.

4. Flora and fauna

The tropics are places of teeming wildlife and lush vegetation. Learn about some of the millions of species found in the tropics. Check out rainforest parks. See the green foliage and the fragrant, vibrant, and colorful blossoms of orchids and hibiscus. Enjoy the sight of palms and coconuts along beaches. Witness the mangrove growth and watch the different species of tropical birds and mammals. You may not find them in your own country.

5. Delicacies

Every place has its own set of delicacies. It’s not like you would be helping yourself to these delicacies and throwing your own food box in the trash. But having a taste of these delicacies is not bad either. You may actually be surprised as there are lots of sumptuous meals in the tropics. Getting acquainted with the tropical cuisine is one thing you shouldn’t dare miss. There are plenty of tropical fruits as well like coconuts, pineapples, passion fruits, papayas, mangoes, apples, oranges, bananas, and melons. You’ll be surprised that they cost much lower than they are in your country.

6. Wonders and Must-See Places

The delights of your tour in the tropics won’t be complete without having to see the different spectacular land formations, tourist spots, and nature wonders. Sail through underwater rivers, walk into fantastic caverns, visit historical sites, cultural museums, artifact galleries, and many more.

There are lots of places in the tropics you can try and visit. It’s not like you’re visiting a place and staying in your hotel room for the rest of your vacation. So, if you’re planning to take that long awaited tropical vacation then go out and make the most out of it.