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It was a sunny afternoon in February at the height of the high season on the Caribbean island of Curaçao, but my partner, Aaren, and I were far from lounging

The Caribbean has long been a popular cruise destination for British holidaymakers – but with its well-serviced routes and winter-sun appeal, it’s all too often dismissed as little more than sun, beaches, rum and calypso. In reality, however, it is one of the most diverse and fascinating regions on the planet, encompassing more than 7,000 islands and a vast number of disparate cultures and traditions, many of them still relatively off the beaten track.

Eye-catching colour stands out in another way in Curacao's capital, which was named a UNESCO World Heritage site more than 25 years ago.

Barry Choi reports on five cheap vacation options where you can top up your wanderlust and stretch your budget

The romantic resort in the idyllic island of Curaçao boasts fine dining, unlimited cocktails, infinity pools, and so much more. We had to see if it lived up to the hype.