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TheBreezes Bahamasall-inclusive resort exudes the inviting atmosphere of a family-run hotel, despite its association with the diminishingSuperClubschain. Nestled on Nassau’s renowned Cable Beach and adjacent to the halted Baha Mar complex, Breezes enjoys a significant advantage over the luxury resort: it is fully operational.
Among the numerous dining experiences available, Bordeaux at Wild Orchid stands out as a remarkable French restaurant offering delightful cuisine. The restaurant maintains a strict dress code, so gentlemen are advised to avoid shorts. However, if you arrive in shorts and a collared shirt, they may graciously accommodate you by allowing outdoor dining. Initially seated on the patio, our group was later treated to a beautifully arranged larger table on the Promenade, enhancing our al fresco dining experience with exceptional French cuisine.
Carnival in the Caribbean has a complicated birthright, tied to colonialism, religious conversion, and ultimately freedom and celebration. The festival originated with Italian Catholics in Europe and later spread to the French and Spanish, who brought the pre-Lenten tradition when they settled and introduced slavery to Trinidad, Dominica, Haiti, Martinique, and other islands. Carnival itself is thought to mean “farewell to meat” or “farewell to flesh,” referencing the Catholic practice of abstaining from red meat from Ash Wednesday until Easter. This phrase embodies the sensuous abandon that defines the Caribbean celebration of the holiday.
By this point in the year, most people up north are sick of winter, so it’s no surprise that March is increasingly popular for Caribbean travel. The weather is dependably warm and dry, making this an ideal time to head to the islands if you have a vacation from work or school around Easter or Spring Break.
St. Eustatius, or Statia, is aptly described as a sleepy corner of the Caribbean, even though the island historically was at the heart of the action as the English, French, Dutch, and Spanish fought for control of the Caribbean. “The Golden Rock” is one of the last great destinations where you can get a taste of the old Caribbean, a laid-back island with few flashy attractions but lots of great diving, well-preserved natural habitats, and history aplenty.
St. Thomas offers a variety of culinary delights for travelers seeking memorable meals and lively atmospheres. From pizzerias and beach bars to seafood shacks and upscale dining featuring Caribbean influences, this vibrant locale has it all. Here are some of the best restaurants in St. Thomas, primarily situated in or around the capital, Charlotte Amalie, its Frenchtown suburb, and the eastside town of Red Hook.
Saba is primarily known for its diving — this tiny (5 square mile) island offers a wealth of scuba and snorkel opportunities that rival those of much larger destinations. However, visitors will also find plenty to do on land on the “Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean,” including challenging hikes and historic villages to explore.
Have you ever envisioned yourself as a pirate, perhaps even as portrayals such as Johnny Depp’s iconic character? Depp vividly embodies Captain Jack Sparrow in thePirates of the Caribbeanfilms, and contemporary adventurers can discover authentic Caribbean locations where these Disney productions were filmed.
If you’ve ever seen someone casually steering a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) down a local river or across a tranquil bay, your first instinct might be to think: that looks easy. I suppose relative to its close cousin, surfing, it is. However, no matter how you slice it, standing up on a platform on the water isn’t always a breeze, as anyone who has ever fallen off a floating dock can attest.
For a destination that has only experienced large-scale tourism for a few years, St. Kitts offers a surprisingly diverse range of attractions and activities for visitors to experience, including a well-preserved British fortress, hikes to an extinct volcano, and of course day trips to neighboring Nevis. Here’s a list of enjoyable things to do while visiting St. Kitts.
If you visit Nevis, you really can’t avoid Nevis Peak. This 3,232-foot, (mostly) dormant volcano is visible from everywhere, and your eye is constantly drawn to the weather playing around the summit. It occasionally clears long enough that you can appreciate its well-defined caldera and imagine the explosive forces that must have been at work when the volcano last erupted perhaps a hundred thousand years ago.
St. Lucia is widely recognized as one of the premier honeymoon destinations globally. From an aerial perspective, its breathtaking landscape is strikingly apparent. In contrast to many Caribbean islands with their lower profiles, St. Lucia showcases a dramatic skyline. The island is flanked by two conical extinct volcanic peaks known as Petit Piton and Gros Piton.
The water park at the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, known as Aquaventure, is the largest and most extensive of its kind in the Caribbean. Moreover, it serves as a standalone destination, arguably the most iconic feature of the Atlantis, eclipsing even its grand casino.
Carnival in Trinidad in the Caribbean is among the world’s greatest parties—a can’t-miss celebration of life that should be on any traveler’s “bucket list.” However, like most festivities, you can’t just show up empty-handed. Here are important tips to ensure your Carnival experience is fun, safe, and enjoyable.
Ferries play a key role in transportation among the U.S. Virgin Islands. Passenger ferries are the main means of traveling between St. Thomas and St. John, and the only way to get to Water Island.
A favorable rate of exchange might be the best reason to visit this pretty, yet developing island off the coast of Venezuela. Margarita Island benefits from the same low rainfall (boasting 320 days of sun per year), varied terrain, and steady cooling breeze from the trade winds as Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao — her cousins to the west — but at a fraction of the price. Therefore, it’s considered somewhat of a diamond in the rough for travelers from the United States.
Traveling to the Caribbean during the off-peak season can offer significant savings. Most resorts provide their best prices from mid-April to mid-December, coinciding with the warm weather in the U.S. Although some may avoid the Caribbean in summer due to concerns about hurricane season, traveling during this period (August through October) can yield even more attractive deals. Furthermore, the traditional slow season right after New Year’s in January also features favorable rates.
Sandwiched between Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras on the Caribbean coast of Central America, Belize is a paradise destination renowned for its lush jungles and postcard-perfect beaches. In recent years, it’s also gained a reputation as one of the region’s most rewarding scuba diving destinations.
The Central American coastal country of Belize is celebrated for its rich Latin heritage, gorgeous Caribbean shorelines, and a variety of unique festivals and celebrations throughout the year, including widely recognized festivities such as Christmas and New Year’s Eve.