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B M & T ••• September/October 2016 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 19 Finding fun and adventure The natural beauty of Caribbean destinations is, of course, one of their biggest draws. Another is the wealth of outdoor activities available in these picturesque environments, from swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing in the Caribbean Sea to golf- ing, horseback riding, hiking, zip lining and simply sightseeing. Dittie Guise at the Montego Bay Convention Centre notes that meeting attendees can easily make an excursion to one of Jamaica's top tourist attrac- tions, Dolphin's Cove in Ocho Rios. Besides swimming with the dolphins, visitors to the attraction enjoy snorkel- ing and viewing exotic birds and other animals on the Jungle Trail. Visitors to Barbados might enjoy exploring Harrison's Cave, a three-mile long cavern known for its stunning rock formations, or hiking the nature trails at Welchman Hall Gully and Flower Forest or the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. For some nighttime adventure, they might head for the restaurants and bars along Baxter's Road in Bridgetown. Cruises and all-inclusive resorts make it easy to plan a Caribbean trip with a small family or a larger reunion group. Most major cruise lines and resorts offer some version of a kids' club, with outdoor adventures, parties and other activities just for them. Renting a villa is another option for families and other group travelers looking for a home away from home. For U.S. travelers, a Caribbean getaway is conve- niently accessible, as many major airports stateside offer direct flights to some of the largest island cities. Remember, you'll need a passport unless you're travel- ing to the USVI or Puerto Rico. Above all, pack your spirit of adventure, your curios- ity and your appetite for delicious food, dynamic cul- tures and dazzling natural scenery. Puerto Rico Convention Center Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre