Discover Martinique: The French Caribbean Island of the Antilles
The island of Martinique is flanked by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Caribbean Sea on its west. In its culture, language, and lifestyle, Martinique is every bit a French Caribbean country. It is nestled between St. Lucia and Dominica and forms a part of the Caribbean archipelago. The island enjoys a pleasant climate all through the year. Gusty trade winds […]
The Difference Between Saint Maarten and Saint Martin
While it is not the only “split” island in the Caribbean, St. Martin / St. Maarten is unique in many ways. Unlike the lengthier and decidedly more infamous border that separates Haiti and the Dominican Republic, the dividing line between Dutch St. Maarten and French St. Martin is open, free, and breezy. Indeed, this uncommon border has long been among the most peaceful […]
Trinidad Chicken Roti Recipe
Roti is an unleavened flatbread that originates from India and many other Asian countries, but is also popular throughout the Caribbean. Due to the great influence of Indian and Asian culture in Trinidad, roti is extremely popular on the island. The Indo-Caribbean population of Trinidad serves up roti in the traditional flat bread style or stuffed with […]
How to Bring the Caribbean Back Home With You
We all know about those pesky post-vacation blues. but what if there was a way to lessen that after-beach bummed out feeling you get when coming back from an awesome vacation in the Caribbean? Good news: there is! You don’t have to live in the Caribbean to bring a little bit of the bliss into your […]
What To Eat When You Visit The Caribbean
If you’ve never been to the Caribbean before, you might be tempted to think that every island offers pretty much the same thing. Don’t be tempted to think this way because it just simply isn’t true. Each island offers something unique, and this is especially true when it comes to the local cuisine. As an islander myself, I […]
Caribbean Rum Punch Recipe
It’s pretty impossible to visit the Caribbean and not encounter some form of Rum Punch. It’s a classic Caribbean cocktail that celebrates our rich history as being the birthplace of rum. Many hotels will offer this cocktail as a welcome drink on arrival, and even various excursions will have their own secret recipe that they will offer you as […]
5 Health Benefits of Traveling to the Caribbean
Traveling is a wonderful part of life and can have a number of health benefits for your spirit and your mind. One of the top vacation destinations on earth is the beautiful Caribbean! What can travel to the Caribbean accomplish for your health? 1. Reduce your stress levels. Getting away to a relaxing tropical paradise can drop your stress […]
Caribbean Island Destination Guide: Part 3
We will wrap up this series with the following beautiful islands of the Caribbean: Looking for a secluded, peaceful haven? Then look to Saba Island for your next vacation. Located next to St. Maarten, this tiny island is the smallest in the Netherlands Antilles and is a magical getaway. Four small villages take you back in time with […]
Caribbean Island Destination Guide: Part 2
As part of our “Caribbean Island Destination Guide” series, here is part two of our three part series. Known as The Nature Island, Dominica, is every diver and hiker’s dream. With peaks of volcanic mountains and natural waterfalls and rainforests, this island is a few miles from Martinique and considered an unspoiled island of pure beauty. The Dominican Republic is […]
Caribbean Island Destination Guide: Part 1
What comes to mind when thinking about luxurious accommodations, turquoise blue water, refreshing tropical drinks and white sandy beaches? I bet after hearing those fabulous teasers, you think of the beautiful Caribbean! The Caribbean is the perfect place to take that weekend getaway or that romantic honeymoon. All of the Caribbean islands offer both tranquility and adventure. All of […]
