The Caribbean stands entirely on its own, drawing millions of visitors each year, with each island offering something distinct. Still, archipelago names like the French West Indies and Spanish Virgin Islands naturally invite comparisons to their European namesakes across the Atlantic.

So, if a European getaway feels out of reach this year, these Caribbean destinations offer an alternative taste of France, Spain, the Netherlands, or the UK, all with an extra dose of island heat.

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