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6 Common Mistakes Americans Make While Traveling in the Caribbean
Even the most experienced travelers can make mistakes while on vacation. Little blunders here and there can happen to everyone, and Americans are no exception. Although many people from a …
In the town of Oistins, Barbados, there's a mysterious empty vault in a cemetery next to Christ Church Parish Church. The vault itself looks like many others of its size, but locals tell tales of the moving coffins it once contained. A man named James Elliot purchased what is …
Several Caribbean islands actually have beaches with black sand. This strange phenomenon only occurs with volcanic activity. Although the Caribbean is famous for its unforgettable turquoise water and soft, white sand, some islands have sand of a very different color. In fact, it's the complete opposite from snowy white. You …
Have you ever thought about moving to a Caribbean island or retiring there? Do you know which Caribbean countries speak English? You might be surprised to know that only about 15% of people in the Caribbean speak English. According to a 2001 census, 62% speak Spanish, 25% speak French, and 5% …
Take this quick quiz to see whether you would fare well living on a Caribbean island. For many, living on a remote Caribbean island is equivalent to living the good life: the sandy beaches, the pleasant weather, friendly neighbors, etc. For others, it sounds like a great place to retire after …
Taste buds, rejoice! These strange-looking Caribbean foods taste much better than they look or sound. If you've ever traveled to the West Indies, you know that there is ample variety in Caribbean cuisine. This variety has made the way for all sorts of "strange" foods to become part of the …
You've heard of golden sand, white sand, maybe even black sand...but pink sand? Yes, such as thing does exist, and there are a handful of pink sand beaches in the Caribbean. Here are some of the loveliest Caribbean pink sand beaches on our planet: Pink Sands Beach, Harbor Island (Photo Credit: …
Soufriere Hills, a Caribbean volcano, is one of the most active volcanoes in the entire world. Covering much of the southern half of the island, Soufriere has changed life in Montserrat drastically, ever since it awoke from its long slumber. After being dormant for hundreds of years, the complex stratovolcano …
This Caribbean drink isn't really tea...nor is it hot chocolate. It's the essence of tropical island goodness in a cup. Of all the Caribbean drinks we've tasted, nothing is more fascinating than chocolate tea. It's neither tea nor hot chocolate, but something in between. However, despite its peculiar name, we assure …
The Caribbean is the perfect place for honeymooners. With pleasant weather, miles of white sand beaches, and vibrant jungle greenery, the West Indies simply ooze romance. So, whether you're newly married, or your nuptials are just around the corner, check out these 10 romantic Caribbean honeymoon spots for your perfect …
More than ever, music lovers are traveling to "vacation destinations" to see and hear their favorite artists. Over the past decade, music festivals have been growing in popularity, and Caribbean music festivals are no exception. Traveling to the Caribbean to attend a music festival is a fantastic idea for more …
At Maho Beach, airplanes pass mere feet over the heads of beachgoers before landing on runway 10 at Princess Juliana International Airport. In other circumstances, you would call an airplane flying just a few feet overhead a "close call". However, thousands of tourists see it as an opportunity to snap …
Love trying new tropical fruits? Breadfruit is a delicious fruit used in many Caribbean recipes. It may not be the most common fruit to find if you don't live in the Caribbean region, but you many be able to find it in specialty stores. However, even if you can't buy …
There's nothing like seeing a tropical waterfall and feeling the refreshing, cold spray of jungle water as it splashes off the rocky precipice. The Caribbean is one of the best places in the world to see luscious tropical falls. There are thousands of waterfalls in the Caribbean, and most of …
If you've ever dreamed of seeing cute baby sea turtles hatch, you can make those dreams come true in the Caribbean! Of course, that's not something that happens everyday. Nevertheless, you can plan your trip around turtle hatching season. Or, you can book an ecotourism tour to learn more about …
Duck underneath the tangled trees and make your way through the leafy tunnel to reach one of the Caribbean's best beaches. This gem of a beach is called Shoys Beach, and it's located on the Caribbean island of St. Croix. Secluded from the view of passersby, Shoys Beach can …
The world's tiniest reptile lives on a secret Caribbean island. It's a dwarf lizard called the Jaragua gecko. It's only about the size of a penny! We'll never finish unearthing all the hidden treasures of the Caribbean islands. Finding a buried treasure chest full of gold is probably just a …
Each year, the United Nations releases a World Happiness Report. The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, in partnership with the Ernesto Illy Foundation, compiles information from countries all over the world for the study. The World Happiness Report is essentially a survey ranking 156 nations by how happy their …
Salsa, soca, calypso...you've probably heard of those Caribbean music styles before. Maybe you've even danced or sung to Caribbean tunes from time to time. Furthermore, who could deny the success of genres like reggae and reggaeton? However, you probably aren't aware that the Caribbean has produced many other unique music …
It's difficult to get a good grasp of Caribbean culture if you haven't paid a visit to all (or at least most) of the islands and countries in this region. Many of us might think we know Caribbean culture just because we went to Jamaica last year on a cruise …
With just one swish of your hand, you can make the mysterious dark waters of this bioluminescent bay light up with a phosphorescent glow. We're talking about the Bioluminescent Bay in Puerto Rico. It's one of only 5 surviving "glow in the dark" bays in the entire world. Also known …
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