The Caribbean is famous for its calm, and warm turquoise waters fringed with beautiful white beaches and an incredibly diverse variety of marine life. It is no wonder then that the Caribbean is one of the world’s most popular locations for scuba diving. The Caribbean has over 7,000 islands which include 13 nations and 12...
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Edith Wharton (American author) once said that “one of the great things about travel is that you find out how many good, kind people there are”. Nothing could be truer, especially when you happen to be visiting a beautiful place where people are happy in their surroundings. There can be nowhere more beautiful and therefore...
If you are considering a trip to the Caribbean and are wondering what sort of activities you can expect to enjoy, well looking at the list of Things to do in Grand Cayman will certainly spark your imagination and be the lure you need to make that booking – NOW. 9 Things to Do in...
Rum Point Cayman Islands is located on the peaceful north coast of Grand Cayman. According to folklore, a galleon laden with kegs of rum ran aground at Rum Point, hence the name. It’s a super place to spend a day exploring and relaxing, particularly if you’re staying in one of the busier areas of the...
Throughout the world, the Caribbean is synonymous with its powdered white sands, turquoise waters, memorable sunsets, and luxury accommodation. Combine this with friendly locals, creole cuisine and an assortment of adventure and you have the makings of a wonderful vacation in my favourite island of St Lucia. I have been lucky enough to travel to...
Jamaica is best known for its friendly people, the searing smell of jerk over the fire, the chilled-out reggae music and the amazing landscape. Jamaica is also home to some of the best resorts in the Caribbean. These luxury resorts include the best beachfront locations and feature the most amazing Jamaica villas, suites and amenities...
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Zermatt then you have come to the right place. Zermatt is one of the world’s most iconic and beautiful ski and mountain towns in the world. The Matterhorn which is the world’s most recognizable mountain soars majestically above the village of Zermatt at 4,474 meters....
The best time to travel to St Martin? A lot of people would say from December to late March but personally, I think St Martin is an all-year-round destination and a lot of perks come with travelling in the off-season which is from mid-April until mid-December. There are so many reasons why St Martin should...
Lucky you! I imagine you are reading this article as you’ve already made the wonderful decision to travel to Italy. So, you’ve decided to see it all for yourself. Excellent! Here’s a quick list of what I like to call my essentials Italy. You know, those key pieces that are an absolute requirement when packing...
What is Grenada? Not to be mistaken for the city of Granada in mainland Spain, Grenada is a sovereign state in the Caribbean, made up of the main island of Grenada and the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, known enchantingly as the Spice Islands. What is a Sovereign State? There are numerous Sovereign States within...
Honeymoons are special. If you are a fortunate individual who has met his or her ideal other and wish to start a long and happy life together, the Honeymoon is the time in your relationship when you embark on that adventurous voyage of mutual discovery. Honeymoons aren’t always about the first flush of romantic love. ...
The aptly named White Isle of Ibiza Spain has rightly earned a reputation as one of the coolest destinations on the globe. It has lured the beautiful people to its shores for decades because regardless of the amazing arty and party vibe on the island, at its heart there is a picturesque and unspoiled Mediterranean...
The Balearic Islands made up of Ibiza, Menorca, Formentera and Mallorca and a few other titchy ones, have established themselves as the go-to destination for travellers looking for a vacation that offers a myriad of activities and pleasures. Whereas Ibiza is seen as ‘party central’, with Menorca the quieter island and Formentera the small shy...
First of all, Lake Como is absolutely beautiful. No exaggeration, I promise. The worst photographer in the world cannot fail but capture one stunning image after another. Lake Como is just one of the most picturesque places on the planet. What elevates it to one of the most beloved destinations in the world is that...
If you have been looking at the romantic images of some magical Caribbean beach weddings, you will already understand how truly lovely the experience can be. What images cannot really express though are the many unique and special events that can be woven into your perfect wedding – before and after the ceremony itself. Whether...
If you’re trying to decide where in the Mediterranean or in fact the world to visit for the ultimate vacation, look no further than the fabulously shaped country that is Italy. With so many things to do in Italy, it is that unique destination that pulls the best elements of adventure, glamour, history and gourmet...
There’s nothing like escaping the bitter chill of the winter months and finding one of those perfect January vacation spots where summer seems to live all year round. But where are the best places to travel in January when you want to revive your tired and cold old bones with magical winter sun? Indulge in...
If you could avoid harming the planet on vacation, would you choose to do so? The answer in most cases is, Yes! Ask yourself this, if you had the choice to stay in a property that offers all the comforts and service of a luxury villa BUT the homeowner has gone that extra mile to...
Booking your direct flights from Atlanta to Caribbean destinations just got a whole lot easier. There are 16 nonstop flights from the Hartsfield-Jackson airport in Atlanta to a fabulous selection of Caribbean islands, the majority of which are only a couple of hours away. You can fly across in the morning, and expect to be...
Well, who doesn’t love islands? There’s just something so contained about them. Add a dash of heavenly sunshine and some lush beaches and the idyllic Caribbean Islands become the standard-bearer for the very best in vacation islands just about anywhere in the world. As an island dweller (albeit of a more atmospheric and brooding North...
I’m going to live forever! So far, so good! Well, that’s generally my quip when I hear people discussing cool bucket list ideas and their looming mortality. I mean, who really wants to dwell on a time when we are going to shuffle off this mortal coil? Not I! In fact, while we are on...
As a consequence of the rather sketchy and sensationalised reporting on the web and in print media, ‘Is Jamaica Safe?’ is a question I am asked with some frequency. I felt it merited a blog dedicated to this topic. I am going to explain some of the backgrounds of these over-inflated scare stories, some of...
Beach vacations are definitely a favourite for me. I have always loved the ocean ever since I was little. So whether I’m heading on a luxury Caribbean vacation or I’m planning a staycation, I will always be drawn to the water. A beach is a place of relaxation for me. Even for kids, it is...
Whether you call it a holiday or a vacation, it amounts to the same thing: It’s time out from your daily routine. An opportunity to escape to some of the best vacation spots on the globe where you can kick back, recharge batteries, explore a passion, learn a fun skill or just add to that...
