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Charlotte Amalie is the largest cruise port on Saint Thomas. A colorful Caribbean island, it is known for its Danish colonial architecture, sweeping beaches, and lots and lots of shopping. Charlotte Amalie was once a popular pit stop for pirates. Seafarers from all over the world would stop by its beer halls to quench their thirst after a long stay at sea, and it's said that Bluebeard and Blackbeard frequented the city. Today, visitors can still partake in this nautical tradition by sampling the island's excellent selection of rum.

Virgin Gorda is the third largest island of the British Virgin Islands and has a population of around 3000. The island’s name comes from the Spanish for “Fat Lady” as Christopher Columbus described the island as looking similar to a plump woman lying on her back. The island contains unique granite formations of volcanic origin, the so-called “bathroom” (“The Baths”), and an important building on the island is the copper mine.

St. John's is the capital of the island nation Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean. Sights worth seeing include the St. John's Harbor, the St. John's Cathedral and the colonial court House.Saint. John's is among the most developed communities in the Lesser Antilles, with a population of 22,193, St.John is the chief port of the island Antigua. The city became famous for numerous shopping centers and a variety of boutiques throughout the city.

Saint-Pierre and Miquelon is an archipelago off the east coast of Canada. From 1816 it has been considered a French overseas territory - a so-called Collectivité d'outre-mer (COM). The French-speaking inhabitants live mainly off fishing and tourism. People who are interested in history and culture, will find exactly what their looking for here and will soon discover that along with its scenic beauty, the island is an ideal destination.

The island of Bequia, which lies in the Caribbean Sea, is part of the State of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. About 5,000 people live on the island and the official language is English. The name of the island, which translates as 'Island of Clouds', comes from the language of the Arawak, the indigenous people of Bequia. Port Elizabeth is the capital of the island and, with its large marina, is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. Many cruises start around the Grenadines. For those looking for more idyllic and calm beaches, take a trip to Friendship Bay on the opposite side of the island.

The capital of the island of Tobago is home to about 5,000 people. The botanical garden in the middle of the city was opened in the 19th Century and is worth seeing. Scarborough's urban landscape is also characterized by small, colorful street shops. Maybe you will find souvenirs for the folks back home.

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