The US Virgin Islands (USVI) are a group of about 90 small islands, islets, cays, and rocks in the West Indies, located about 64 to 80 kilometres east of Puerto Rico. These are US territories, but they feel like they’re a world away! These amazing islands have so many unique things to see and do. Here are the three main US Virgin Islands: St. Thomas Saint Thomas island is the most popular destination in Read more…
All inclusive Cuba vacations – all you need to know Getting away for a winter vacation somewhere hot and sunny is a tradition for many Canadians. For some, it’s an annual event. For others it’s a rare opportunity. But whatever you budget and timeline, you can’t go wrong with a Cuba vacations! And to truly get an authentic Cuban experience, tag on a few days in Havana and a small-group tour of areas beyond the Read more…
When sun and sand are calling you—the Caribbean is the place to go. For us living in North America, the Caribbean is a great option for crystal clear ocean water, white sand and chilled out island time. Whether you are travelling with the family, as a couple, or on a solo vacation, the Caribbean has an island for you. To help you prepare for your upcoming sunny vacation, we have created a downloadable packing list Read more…
You’re heading to the Caribbean with an aim to sit back, relax and enjoy life on island time. Most travellers to the Caribbean are looking for a care-free vacation filled with sunny memories and fresh, colourful drinks. The last thing any vacationer needs is to be worried about health concerns while experiencing paradise. In order to truly enjoy your trip, most travellers state that they want to be in optimal health during their vacation. This Read more…
“The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul” – Wyland It’s in us all, that yearning feeling when you see the blue turquoise waters lapping against the white sandy shores, to go jump in and explore. The ocean can be an amazing oasis for relaxation, excitement, and euphoria. People of all ages can enjoy and appreciate a whole other world, that exists underwater. What’s unique about the Caribbean, Read more…
Planning a cruise? One of the first topics we like to address when clients are beginning to plan a cruise to the Caribbean is choosing between regions: Eastern, Western or Southern Caribbean. Each region definitely has its own draw, and some longer itineraries allow for a blend of destinations. However, for this blog we are going to focus on the draws of each option. If you are travelling from Canada to Florida to depart for Read more…
Rejuvenate on island time. The islands throughout the Caribbean are an established type of hideaway, equipped with all of the beach hut necessities, as well as all of the finer things in life. However you decide to travel in the Caribbean, good food, good people, and stunning beaches will be not far out of reach. There is something magical about travelling to an island. Somehow, it evokes this deep burning desire to connect back to Read more…
Are you planning to escape South for a sun getaway this winter? Sit back, relax and don’t forget a thing with this printable packing list
The Caribbean has been one of our top picks year and year for beach and sun travel. It’s white sandy beaches, crystal clear, turquoise waters and swaying palm trees create the ultimate beach experience. If you need a relaxing getaway or are a sun god/goddess, the Caribbean is the place for you and not a challenging destination to get to from Canada. There is a huge variety of beaches available in the Caribbean, making it Read more…
With over 7000 islands in the Caribbean we get this question a lot – which Caribbean island should I choose? There is no hard and fast rule. In almost every island in the Caribbean you will find beautiful beaches, friendly people, warm weather and of course turquoise blue waters. In saying that, each island is diverse and has its own unique flavour. There are many considerations that go into choosing an island, such as the Read more…
Caribbean cuisine is the quintessential fusion food. Major culinary influences have come from Europe, Asia, Africa and India. These were brought to the Caribbean through slavery or colonization of the land. Common ingredients include rice, beans, cassava, coconut, tomatoes, mangos, cilantro, garlic and a variety of herbs. Just looking at that list, you can see that some ingredients such as rice are not native to the area and have been introduced by the Asian cultures, Read more…
