White sand beaches, swaying palm trees, calypso music and smiling faces - it’s little wonder the West Indies are the world’s favourite playground. Yet despite these enticing characteristics, it would be a mistake to think this string of islands in the Caribbean Sea are all the same. Scenically they range from dry coral atolls like Anguilla to lush tropical playgrounds like St. Lucia. Their relaxed way-of-life may be influenced by French culture such as St. Barths or they may adhere to English traditions like Antigua. They may boast the sophisticated nightlife, gourmet restaurants and world-class golf courses of somewhere such as Barbados or they may be like the Grenadines with little more than a few coconut palms, a jetty for visiting yachts and weekly barbeques on the beach. It’s important you choose the one that’s perfect for you – or at least perfect for you at that particular time. Azure will be delighted to put you on the right track …