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Santería: in Cuba, that 'voodoo' that you do so well

In the Western Hemisphere, the religions brought over by African slaves have been part of the scene for centuries in Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and most famously Haiti. But until not many years ago, they were largely condem

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Jamaica's St. Mary's Parish: a new sustainable-tourism destination?

For our first-ever trip to the Caribbean (it was 1979), my friend Michael, his then-girlfriend, my then-girlfriend, and I rented a cottage on the north coast of Jamaica, about a stone's throw from Ocho Rios and the parish of St. Mary. This was in 197

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Punta Cana's remarkable eco-foundation

One of the downsides of tourism development, say critics, is its impact on the environment, particularly natural habitats. But in recent years, we’ve seen a growing number of initiatives to minimize its effects – for example, recycling, solar powe

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Jamaica's Hedonism II Resort - 2019 trip report

My 14th visit to Negril's Hedonism II clothing-optional resort began June 15, 2019 and ended June 25, and in that time I had a chance to explore most, if not all, areas of the resort property and to experience most of what Hedo had to offer---and a

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Eating (and reading) your way through Puerto Rico

Many are the guidebooks that have been written about this tropical Latin Caribbean island, but few by Puerto Ricans themselves, and even fewer which focus on its delicious and sometimes exotic cuisine, fed by fresh local ingredients. Three years a

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Snapshots from Turks & Caicos, Exuma Cays

“Bermuda, Bahama, come on, pretty mama...”

The Caribbean has long been famed as an idyllic vacation hotspot, inspiring not only the Beach Boys but the entire world. It’s a region that never gets old, with more than 30 countries and territories spr

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History/culture in Cuba's 3rd city, Camagüey

There's no other Caribbean island that's quite the total package like Cuba, with not just enticing beaches and verdant landscapes but history, culture, and friendly people. And though many visitors don't get beyond splendid capital Havana and the

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TV travel host Linda Cooper visits Jamaica's Negril, Blue Mountains, & Montego Bay

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Visiting the Caribbean is on everyone’s radar, and it’s no secret that the reggae island nation of Jamaica is one of the best islands to visit.

With direct flights to most major US cities and several in Europe, Jamaica is a visitor’s paradise wi

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5 especially cool things to do in the Dominican Republic

Sick and tired of the winter already? You don’t have to remain indoors and endure the freezing temperature when you can head somewhere a little more sunny and delightful. There are many destinations across the world that offer a warm holiday, and

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Popular Haiti resort deals blow to country's tourism

NG Travel Group (6th French tour operator) which offers the 4-star Coralia Royal Decameron Hotel, on the Côte des Arcadins in Haiti, the parent company of the tour operator Boomerang, announces the cancellation until March 15, 2019 of all the departu

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Cuban/Jamaican musicians cited in '12 Giants of World Music'

Globalization has been a sometimes controversial mixed bag in different areas and different parts of the world, but I think we can all agree that on the plus side, one of its grooviest benefits has been to bring to spread many of the exciting cultu

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St. Lucia will build a new airport terminal

[The redevelopment of Saint Lucia’s international airport will get underway very soon. On Tuesday, December 11, 2018, the Parliament of Saint Lucia voted to borrow US$100 million for the Hewanorra International Airport redevelopment project.

The pla

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Airbnb signs agreements with 15-plus Caribbean governments

A few months ago Airbnb entered into a partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority that involves marketing and the exchange of fees. Then, in December, it signed one with the British Virgin Islands. Remarkable, because Bermuda and the BVI are noth

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Discovering fascinating Havana

For those of you who haven’t visited this city of just over two million residents, I highly recommend you put it on your bucket list, because it’s an experience like no other in the world.

Once known as the “Paris of the Caribbean” thanks to its i

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Airbnb signs memorandums of understanding with various Caribbean islands

This year Airbnb entered into a partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority that involves marketing and the exchange of fees. Remarkable, because Bermuda is nothing if not an upmarket destination. What's more, Airbnb has now signed memorandums of

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Puerto Plata is a Dominican classic

Many people these days think of the Dominican Republic in terms of its gorgeous beaches – well, maybe with a couple of key exceptions, most notably bustling Santo Domingo and its colonial zone. Up on the DR’s northwest coast, however, “Silver Port”

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Dining and inns of Nevis

Situated in the refreshing trade wind breezes of the Leeward Island chain in the West Indies, Nevisremains authentically Caribbean, eschewing the homogenization that has befallen so many other island destinations. This means absolutely no strip dev

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New airlift/newish resort open Bimini further to the world

The Bahamas’ westernmost island group (made up of North Bimini, South Bimini, and several even tinier island such as East Bimini and Cat Cay), have been a favored getaway - especially from nearby South Florida (just 50 miles away) - since the early

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Samaná, the DR 'au naturel'

In a country where resort zones such as Punta Cana and Puerto Plata have become household names to holidaymakers in the Americas, Europe, and beyond, the new frontier in exotic, sunsplashed getaways is also starting to make a name

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15 ways to experience Cuba's unique vibe

There is something about the music, the cars, the colors, and the weather, that is so… well… cool. It's not important if you are going to stay one day, one month, or for what purpose you are there, there are a handful of classic Cuban activities y

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All Discussions (130)

Santería: in Cuba, that 'voodoo' that you do so well

Jamaica's St. Mary's Parish: a new sustainable-tourism destination?

Punta Cana's remarkable eco-foundation

Jamaica's Hedonism II Resort - 2019 trip report

Eating (and reading) your way through Puerto Rico

Snapshots from Turks & Caicos, Exuma Cays

History/culture in Cuba's 3rd city, Camagüey

TV travel host Linda Cooper visits Jamaica's Negril, Blue Mountains, & Montego Bay

5 especially cool things to do in the Dominican Republic

Popular Haiti resort deals blow to country's tourism

Cuban/Jamaican musicians cited in '12 Giants of World Music'

St. Lucia will build a new airport terminal

Airbnb signs agreements with 15-plus Caribbean governments

Discovering fascinating Havana

Airbnb signs memorandums of understanding with various Caribbean islands

Puerto Plata is a Dominican classic

Dining and inns of Nevis

New airlift/newish resort open Bimini further to the world

Samaná, the DR 'au naturel'

15 ways to experience Cuba's unique vibe

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