March 15, 2012 | Zoe | Luxury, Travel Interests | No Comments
While the Caribbean region can definitely pride with some of the best and safest swimming beaches in the world, it is also a trend steer in terms of outdoor pools. Caribbean luxury resorts seem to be in a close competition on who builds the biggest, most state-of-the-art pool – which, of course, can only act to the benefit one the numerous sun-seeking tourists. If you fancy a Caribbean escap... [read more]
TAGS: beaches, luxury, resort, spas March 12, 2012 | Zoe | Nature and Outdoor, Travel Interests | No Comments
The Caribbean islands are certainly famous for the luxurious retreats and gigantic holiday resorts, but it is also worth taking a look at the eco-friendly types of accommodation available in this part of the world. The environmentally responsible tourists will be delighted to discover some of the most amazing eco-lodges in the Caribbean. These can range from self-sustainable, state of the art ... [read more]
TAGS: carbon footprint, eco-tourists, nature, vegetarian February 23, 2012 | Naomi | Budget, Travel Interests | No Comments
There are many factors to take into consideration when planning a budget escape in the sunny Caribbean – air fares, type of accommodation, local currency are just a few of them. One must also take into consideration that some Caribbean destinations are more likely to be pocket friendly that others. For examples, different local currencies might seriously affect prices: for a US tourists, c... [read more]
TAGS: backpackers, beaches, tropical
While the Caribbean region can definitely pride with some of the best and safest swimming beaches in the world, it is also a trend steer in terms of outdoor pools. Caribbean luxury resorts seem to be in a close competition on who builds the biggest, most state-of-the-art pool – which, of course, can only act to the benefit one the numerous sun-seeking tourists. If you fancy a Caribbean escape any time soon and you are wandering where to swim and splash with style, then you might want to ch... [read more]
The Caribbean islands are certainly famous for the luxurious retreats and gigantic holiday resorts, but it is also worth taking a look at the eco-friendly types of accommodation available in this part of the world. The environmentally responsible tourists will be delighted to discover some of the most amazing eco-lodges in the Caribbean. These can range from self-sustainable, state of the art villas to simple wooden beach houses or even tents. Take a look at the following destinations and ec... [read more]
There are many factors to take into consideration when planning a budget escape in the sunny Caribbean – air fares, type of accommodation, local currency are just a few of them. One must also take into consideration that some Caribbean destinations are more likely to be pocket friendly that others. For examples, different local currencies might seriously affect prices: for a US tourists, countries using euros will be pricier than those using the dollar. Also, the busy resorts and big por... [read more]
The quality of beaches is certainly an important criterion in booking a vacation in the Caribbean. Picking the very best or most beautiful beach in the Caribbean is far from an easy task, but the general taste might help you get a better idea of what you next destination should be. This is why today I will present some of the most popular Caribbean beaches. While these following beaches might be a little bit too crowded for honeymooners or privacy seekers, they certainly make great choices f... [read more]
With just one week till the Catholic Easter lent, the famous Carnival in Trinidad in Tobago – the biggest in the Caribbean and one of the most famous in the world – is getting ready for a new and much expected edition. Between the 20th and 21st February 2012, the streets of Port of Spain will be filled by the dancing parade bands, each trying to show off the sexiest, colourful costumes and best socca music. There are few occasions when the spirit of the Caribbean is so visible and contag... [read more]
Cruises have become so popular, affordable and easy to book these days that one can get an entire vacation by the simple click of one button. Going on a holiday has never been so easy, it is what many people would say, especially when it comes to going on a cruise, where accommodation, meals, entertainment and, very important, a clear itinerary are all set/provided for you. But from another perspective, booking a holiday has never been harder: just think of all the offers on the market, all ... [read more]
The Caribbean island of Curacao is well-known for its diving spots, but its several dozen white sand beaches are just as worthy of one’s attention. Practically, it’s all about the shallow, deep blue waters that make Curacao’s beaches and diving spots second to none. Before moving further into exploring the top five beaches in Curacao, I should tell you that not all of Curacao’s beaches are suitable for swimming, even though diving is usually practicable around most in them. There are als... [read more]
The Caribbean islands represent one of those vacation destinations that one should definitely include on the bucket list. There are few other places in the world that can outmatch these fabulous islands in terms of natural beauty or attractions: practically, the secluded silver beaches, azure waters and warm weather all year round represent most people’s idea of paradise. It’s hard to find an island in the Caribbean that doesn’t have at least one of the above mentioned attributes. Even... [read more]
Choosing your destination in the Caribbean might prove to be the biggest challenge in your vacation: with all the superb islands in this mysterious sea and all the fascinating people who inhabit them, picking the right destination it’s not easy. Let me make myself clear: there is no right and wrong when it comes to choosing your holiday destination, but the success of your vacation might ultimately depend on your idea of what the Caribbean is supposed to represent. Does it mean a noisy str... [read more]
If you are bored of spending the New Year’s Eve in the same old restaurant or having your house trashed after a crazy party, then why not trying a new location? Somewhere far, somewhere exotic, somewhere fun! The Caribbean might just fit the description. While a far and away island will certainly bring a change of atmosphere in our life, the hot beach parties on the rhythms of reggae or calypso will be a great substitute of the usual New Year’s Eve bash. So take a look at these fantastic... [read more]