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The Caribbean is the region of tropical islands in the Caribbean Sea between North and South America. The islands extend from Cuba in the west to Barbados in the east. Think white sands, palm trees, rippling blue seas and hot sun - and you've got the Caribbean, more than 7,000 islands, reefs and coasts dotted around the Caribbean Sea. From gorgeous Barbados to funky Cuba, there's an ideal spot for everyone and it's affordable too.

The Caribbean has a rich and extremely varied history. While many people know that Christopher Columbus "discovered" the Caribbean, what most folks don't know is that the Caribbean Islands had a storied history well before Columbus' arrival. In fact, the first people to live on the Caribbean Islands in about 5000 B.C. were tribes of people called the Arawaks and Caribs. While life was initially peaceful, by the time Columbus arrived, the Arawaks and Caribs had been at war for many years.

The islands of the Caribbean and the Bahamas offer a combination of warm days followed by a cool night life, attracting vacationers looking to party. Cruises, resorts and hotels are available to fit any budget.

In many Caribbean countries both the U.S. dollar and local currency are accepted, but there may be advantages to using local currency. Some countries also have currency regulations that inhibit how much money you take into and out of the country. Check into this upon arrival in the country by simply asking.

Your weeklong trip to the Caribbean should not require more than one suitcase, and with these packing tips you could even make it a carry-on. One of the biggest tips for packing is to plan in outfits.

The rainy season is between May and mid-December and the hurricane season runs from August to October.

TVC must see:
Harbour Island. Harbour Island is known for its pale pink beaches. Everywhere you look in Harbour Island, there's something to bathe your eyeballs: pastel cottages dappled by crimson bougainvillea, sensuous palms, a turquoise bay studded by yachts and working boats, and of course, that gorgeous three-mile beach.