Postcard-perfect beaches, crystalline waters, and a plethora of resorts make the Bahamas a popular destination for millions of tourists every year — especially vacationing Americans and cruisers. Composed of 700 islands, of which 31 are inhabited, the Bahamas offers more than just upscale resorts. There’s a huge range of historical, cultural, and natural attractions in […]
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Caribbean Travel Guide
The Caribbean is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. It’s made up of over 5,000 islands, reefs, and cays, each with its own unique attractions and price ranges. Especially popular with North Americans fleeing the winter, the Caribbean is perfect for beach bums, honeymooners, and anyone looking to soak up the […]
When Your Plane Drops 20,000 ft and the Oxygen Masks Drop
Posted: 01/28/2013 | January 28th, 2013 Last week, I woke up at 4am to begin a long journey to the Bahamas, for a quick four-day trip. It was going to be a long day with very little sleep. First, Boston to New York, then to Fort Lauderdale before taking my final flight to the Bahamas. […]
9 Ways to Explore the Caribbean Sustainably
Last updated: 10/24/23 | October 24th, 2023 Lebawit Lily Girma is an award-winning journalist who has been living in the Caribbean since 2008. In this guest post, she shares her tips and advice for exploring the Caribbean in an ethical and sustainable way while benefitting the local communities that call the islands home. In 2005, […]
Coronavirus and Travel: What You Need to Know (Plus Resources)
Updated: 2/2/21 | February 2nd, 2021 Since March of 2020, Coronavirus has devastated the world. Millions have gotten sick, hundreds of thousands have lost their lives, and entire economies have been shut down. In just a matter of weeks, entire countries completely locked themselves down and closed their borders to visitors. For the first time […]
Jamaica Travel Guide
With its laid-back pace, stunning beaches, rugged mountains, lush rainforests, picturesque waterfalls, and lively music scene, it’s easy to see why Jamaica is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean. The third-largest island in the region, Jamaica has more churches per square mile and more rum bars per capita than anywhere else on […]
Aruba Travel Guide
Located in the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba is home to white sandy beaches, crystalline waters, colorful fish, and picturesque ocean views. It’s one of the most popular tropical getaways in the world and a favorite of travelers who visit the Caribbean. Here you’ll find pastel-colored Dutch houses juxtaposed against the natural island backdrop, transporting you to […]
British Virgin Islands Travel Guide
The British Virgin Islands are a picture-perfect paradise. These idyllic islands are home to white-sand beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, crystal-clear turquoise water, scenic hiking, lots of boating opportunities, and more cheap rum you can handle. However, life here is not just hammocks and piña coladas. From festivals and diving to scenic hiking trails and […]
Saint Lucia Travel Guide
St. Lucia is best known as a romantic getaway. It’s a gorgeous tropical island with long sandy beaches and beautiful, natural surroundings that honeymooners love. But you don’t have to be on a honeymoon to enjoy this paradise! First known as “Louanalao” by the indigenous Arawak in 200 CE, the island is filled with beautiful […]
Saint John Travel Guide
Saint John is one of the U.S. Virgin Islands, a U.S. territory located in the Caribbean. Saint John is the smallest of the three main islands, with no airport (though there is a regular ferry service from nearby Saint Thomas). The U.S. Virgin Islands have been inhabited since at least 1000 CE (you can still […]
Curacao Travel Guide
Along with Aruba and Bonaire, Curaçao is one of the three “ABC” islands of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. As the largest and most populated of the Netherlands Antilles, Curaçao has the most going on and the most “social life.” It’s the hippest island in the chain and the most visited by younger travelers […]
Why This Independent Backpacking Nomad is Going on a Cruise
Posted: 06/14/2012 | June 14th, 2012 A lot of people hate cruises. “Oversized boats filled with oversized people.” There’s a particular disdain for them among backpackers and other “real” travelers. “Cruises aren’t travel,” people say. “You don’t get to experience the local culture. You don’t get to explore the places you visit. You’re shuttled from […]