Caribbean Travel Tips
Spend a bit of time in the Caribbean and you risk taking paradise for granted. And how easy it is too, for there are far too many perfect beaches, shimmering coral reefs and beautiful sunsets throughout the islands of the Caribbean, not to mention idyllic resorts and mangrove forests.
Ok now, all together: Aruba, Jamaica, ooh I wanna take you, Bermuda, Bahama, come on pretty mama…
The Barbados Crop Over Festival
Written by Laura, USA, June 2012
Bajans take to the streets in an exhilarating display of music and dance
during the annual Barbados Crop Over Festival, the largest national
festival on the island of Barbados and the largest ...
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The Best Cocktails in the Caribbean
Written by Laura, USA, May 2012
Nothing beats sipping a tropical cocktail while relaxing on the white sands of the Caribbean .
Rum has its origins in the Caribbean and today, some of the world’s
best rum continues to be ...
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Tour de Caribbean: Cycling Across the Seas
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, February 2012
Tour de France, Vuelta a Espana, Giro d’Italia… Tour de Caribbean ? Yes, you read that correctly. From May 11-14, 2012, this unique event
will combine athleticism with spectacle, luxury, nature, ...
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Travel Update – Hurricane Irene
Written by Viator, August 2011
According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Irene has weakened
from a Category 2 to a Category 1 today. This does not mean it will
stay this way – Hurricane Irene may regain its strength. ...
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Turks and Caicos: 5 Interesting Facts
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, January 2012
1. Where the name comes from: “Turks” refers to the Turk’s Cap Cactus (yes, that’s a green cactus that looks like it’s wearing a red fez). “Caicos” comes from the phrase “caya hico,” which means ...
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Viator’s Worry-Free Guarantee For Caribbean Shore Excursions
Written by Viator, October 2012
If you’re visiting the Caribbean during hurricane season (typically June through the end of November) there’s always the risk that a severe storm could disrupt your travel plans. But there can be big ...
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3 Days in St Thomas: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, September 2011
Not your shy and retiring type, the US Virgin Island of St. Thomas is vacation central for cruise passengers, holidaymakers and beach revelers. St. Thomas is all about diving and snorkeling, perfect ...
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5 Best Beaches on the US Virgin Islands
Written by Laura, USA, August 2012
Consisting of three main islands, St. Thomas , St. John and St. Croix , the U.S. Virgin Islands are home to some of the best beaches in the Caribbean
with fine, powder-white sand and ...
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Aruba's Ostrich Farm
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, October 2011
You can visit them on the Aruba Ostrich Farm, which houses around eighty ostriches and emus. Tours guide you around the farm and teach visitors about their unique survival instincts and behavior. ...
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A Sight to See in St. Maarten
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, January 2012
Be sure to watch your head! On the Dutch side of St. Maarten (St. Martin), there is a beach. On the beach, there is a runway. On the runway, there are planes landing that just flew over the ...
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Bahamas: Pineapples on Parade
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, September 2011
Although Costa Rica
and the Philippines now dominate the pineapple industry, it wasn’t
always that way. The fruit originated in South America, but historians
believe that the first country to ...
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Barbados for Cruise Visitors
Written by Hudson, USA, December 2012
When the cruise ship pulls up to Barbados and throws anchor there’s a special feeling upon the boat. Everyone is anxious to go ashore and see what the new land has to offer. Almost all islands on any ...
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Beautiful beaches
Written by Papua New Guinea Pig, Papua New Guinea, January 2011
This island has some of the most beautiful beaches I've ever been on! It's the perfect place to start and finish a book - and a margarita!
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Before Traveling Outside the U.S.
Written by David E, November 2012
GO TO - TRAVEL.STATE.GOV on the internet and check the country you are going to
visit. We have never been to an island before and was interested in visiting the main parts of the island and their ...
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Best Beaches in Puerto Rico
Written by Hudson, USA, March 2013
Ahh, Puerto Rico! How the wind seems to blow in off the coast of this warm beautiful island just off the coast of the U.S.! Where white sand beaches, great surf, and lounge chairs and pina coladas ...
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