One of the most fabulous vacations I’ve ever taken was to Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands. And since this trip fell during both a busy time of year for me at work, I haven’t shared anything about it yet. So, I think it’s high time. We deliberated over which island in the Caribbean … More How to Spend a Perfect Week in Virgin Gorda
Hello, dear readers! I know it’s been a while, but I want to let you in on a new vacation destination that – happily – few travelers know about: Rincón, Puerto Rico. I’ve been fascinated with Rincón since I learned it was a prime surfing destination. Although I am a pretty terrible surfer myself, I’ve … More The Best of Rincón, Puerto Rico
By Adam Michael The Caribbean is an area of white sand beaches, tropical palms, crystal oceans and friendly locals, a destination renowned for its laid back atmosphere and year round sunshine. It’s no surprise then that the islands welcomed an astonishing 18 million visitors in the last 12 months alone, an impressive feat for a … More Guest Post: The Top 5 Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean
So, it’s been a while since I last posted, but it’s about time I did. Today’s topic: the beaches of Vieques. This is a topic that must be addressed, because, well, they’re too beautiful to be left out. So, without further ado, a guide to the beaches of Vieques: It goes without saying that all … More Vieques Beaches: A Guide
Vieques is one of those islands whose story isn’t fully understood until you know its background. So, here is a very rough sketch of the island’s history of the island. History buffs, please be merciful. The Taino Indians had been living on the island of Vieques for some 1500 years when Christopher Columbus happened upon … More A Brief History of Vieques
So, do you remember when I told you I was going on vacation this winter? Well, I just got back from Vieques, off the eastern coast of Puerto Rico, on the Big Trip. And it was incredible. I loved being able to escape from cold, snowy Wisconsin for some sun and fun in the tropics. … More Vieques, Puerto Rico and the Creatures of the Sea
As you grow up, you forget things. And since I really did most of the traveling in my life while I was young, unfortunately, I forgot some things. I forgot some beaches, some pools, some hotels, some great meals, and some acquaintances. But even as you get older and your life becomes so full you … More Places of my Past
I have big news. Here it is: I’m going on vacation! A big vacation too—not a day trip! This winter my family, another family, my boyfriend, and I are traveling to Puerto Rico! Although I’m not revealing our exact destination yet, I will when we get back (I’ll fill you in with all the details; … More My Next Big Trip and Why I’m Excited
So, there’s a good chance I’ll be taking a trip down to the Caribbean next January. I’m wondering which places you, lovely readers, like best. I know I missed islands, so if I missed your favorite island, please list it. Thanks! Now tell me what your idea of paradise is below . . .
Direct travel to Cuba from the United States is no longer banned. This is big news. Oakland International Airport in California has just been authorized to offer nonstop flights to Havana. The airport is not the only airport to do so either–Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth and Baltimore, that were authorized in March to fly to Cuba. This … More Cuba No Longer Off-Limits
