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2. Voyages of Christopher Columbus - Wikipedia

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   European discovery and colonization of the Americas. Between 1492 and 1504, the Italian navigator and explorer Christopher Columbus [a] led four transatlantic maritime expeditions in the name of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain to the Caribbean and to Central and South America. These voyages led to the widespread knowledge of the New World.

3. 9 of the best Caribbean islands to visit - AOL

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   Here are nine of the best choices for a variety of travel appetites: Dominica: For lush natural beauty. Lush volcanic peaks, deep valleys and 365 rivers cover the Eastern Caribbean island of Dominica.

4. Christopher Columbus - Wikipedia

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   Christopher Columbus [b] (/ k ə ˈ l ʌ m b ə s /; [2] between 25 August and 31 October 1451 – 20 May 1506) was an Italian [3] [c] explorer and navigator from the Republic of Genoa who completed four Spanish-based voyages across the Atlantic Ocean sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of the Americas.

5. History of the Caribbean - Wikipedia

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   The history of the Caribbean reveals the region's significant role in the colonial struggles of the European powers since the 15th century. In the modern era, it remains strategically and economically important. In 1492, Christopher Columbus landed in the Caribbean and claimed the region for Spain. The following year, the first Spanish ...

6. 9 of the best things to do in Jamaica - AOL

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   Jamaica may best known by tourists for its beach resorts and white sand beaches, but this beautiful Caribbean island offers so much more for the intrepid traveller.. The island’s wealth of ...

7. Bequia - Wikipedia

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   Bequia (/ ˈ b ɛ k w iː / BEK-wee or / ˈ b ɛ k w eɪ / BEK-way) is the largest island in the Grenadines at 7 square miles (18 km 2).It is part of the country of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and is approximately 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from the nation's capital, Kingstown, on the main island, Saint Vincent.