An 8-day Sailing Trip to This Part of the Caribbean Became My Family's Most Adventurous Trip Yet

"The ultimate objective of the voyage: a cluster of five tiny, uninhabited islets protected by a healthy barrier reef and now designated as a national marine park. The area was promised to offer 'secluded white-sand beaches, pristine snorkeling sites, and a marine sanctuary where we could swim alongside green turtles.' It contains globally significant mangrove systems and sea-turtle nesting sites; when asked, “So where are the Cays?” the captain replied simply, “Further.”" - David LaHuta David LaHuta David LaHuta is a Bermuda-based travel journalist, TV host, and the author of “Frommer’s Bermuda.” He’s visited more than 60 countries, appears on networks including the Travel Channel and CNN, and regularly contributes to The New York Times, Travel + Leisure, and Afar. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines