Come and visit the virtual Caribbean. News, travel, caribbean islands, articles, scuba diving and more. http://www.caribbeanmag.com en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Mexico has beautiful beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean. In this article, we look at two hot spots on the east coast – Playa del Carmen and Cozumel. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Playa_del_Carmen/Mayan_Riviera_Beaches.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST If you have ever had the desire to explore the depths, or if you are an accomplished diver, the opportunities you will find in Mexico are probably some of the best you will ever have. Coral reefs, underwater caves, ancient wrecks...And hundreds of different kinds of exotic tropical fish. They are all waiting for you to discover off the shores of Mexico. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cozumel_Mexico/Cozumel_scuba_diving_snorkeling.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST The clear blue waters of St. Kitts provide an excellent local for a variety of watersports to enhance your vacation. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Kitts/St_kitts_water_sports.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Though not as plentiful as some islands St. Kitts offers a variety of beach options, including the beautiful black sand beaches on the north side of the island. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Kitts/St_kitts_beaches.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST If you're looking for total sea adventure, then you've come to the right place. Belize is it when it comes to water adventure sports. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Belize/sea_it_to_belize_it.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Tobago's pace of life is unhurried. One can bask in the sunshine on a deserted beach or make one's way through the small hilly town of Scarborough - Tobago's capital. Tranquil days turn into balmy nights with spectacular displays from the sun as it sets. The island of Tobago and the tiny satellite islands dotted around it are a nature-lover's dream. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Trinidad_and_Tobago/Adventures_in_tobago.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Everyone has their favorite Caribbean Island but if you don't know, cruising the Cayman Islands is a highlight of a Caribbean Cruise. The three islands hold many attractions some that are unique to these islands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Cruise_to_the_cayman_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Barbuda Bike Tours offers bicycle, tent & canopy rentals on the gourgous beaches of Barbuda. They also offer guided mountain bike tours. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Antigua/Barbuda_bike_tours_take_a_ride_on_barbuda.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Read overviews of 9 great spots to snorkel in St. John. Nearly 1/2 of Virgin Islands National Park is under water. Mangrove shorelines, seagrass beds, fringing and patch coral reefs offer a diverse and ample array of snorkeling opportunities. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_John/Best_snorkeling_on_st_john_usvi.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Enjoy the thrill of a guided tour on fully automatic Polaris All Terrain Vehicles through St. Lucia's windswept, wild Atlantic coastline and lots more... http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Lucia/Adventure_atv_tours_in_st_lucia.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Good food is an essential ingredient in the making of a truly great vacation, and with the broad array of quality eateries for you to choose from on New Providence Island in the Bahamas, you’ll be sure to make your vacation a memorable culinary experience. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Bahamas/Bahamas_dining_restaurants.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Grenada's national dish is called "oil-down". It's a simple, tasty and robust dish, which is very popular in local restaurants. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Grenada/Grenadas_national_dish.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Possibly the world's most famous coffee-growing location is Colombia, but many countries in and around the Caribbean also produce this flavorful bean. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_coffee.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST First let me explain why I call it authentic Mexican cerviche. I lived in the Yucatan Peninsula over 20 years ago at the beginning of the birth of Cancun. I worked on boats every day and learned to make Mexican food dishes from the natives I worked with. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Playa_del_Carmen/Authentic_mexican_cerviche.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Learn more about Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. Activities and local attractions ... http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/The_three_islands_grand_cayman_little_cayman_cayman_brac.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Barbados is a pear-shaped island in the Caribbean and is a popular tourist destination. The people of Barbados are West Indian and call themselves "Bajans". The island has an area of 430 square miles with a population of 240,000. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Barbados/Barbados_west_indies.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST The earliest inhabitants of Barbados were Amerindian nomads. Three waves of migrants moved north toward North America. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Barbados/History of Barbados.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST An island is an island is an island, unless it’s Martinique, a seductive little corner of France in the Caribbean, which combines all the elements of stylish and chic French savoir-faire, with a sensuous and fun-loving Creole joie de vivre. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Martinique/Sweet_sweet_martinique.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST The West Indies is an archipelago, or group of islands, that extends from the waters off south western Florida to the coast of Venezuela in South America - The Bahamas to Trinidad and Tobago. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/The_west_indies_about_the_caribbean.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Looking for a destination where the two of you can tempt each other without the distractions of tours, shopping, cities, and too many other travelers? http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Finding_your_own_temptation_island.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Looking to spice up your romantic getaway? Throughout the Caribbean, you'll find aphrodisiacs sold in markets and roadside stands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_aphrodisiacs_food_for_thought.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST This article is about the Island Carib people, who lived on the islands of the Caribbean. Carib or Island Carib is the name of a people of the Lesser Antilles islands, after whom the Caribbean Sea was named. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Carib_indians.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Just as wine lovers travel to France to tour the Route des Vins, or to discover Cognac distilleries,
in Martinique do as the Martinicans do: travel La Route des Rhums and discover what
connoisseurs of rum have been whispering about for years. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Martinique/martiniques_rum_distilleries.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Learn all about the Netherlands Antilles.  How the islands (Bonaire, Curacao, Sint Maarten, St. Eustatius and Saba) are a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/The_netherlands_antilles.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Of all the islands, St John is probably the most unspoiled, thanks to the contribution of one of the world's best known philanthropists, Laurence Rockefeller. Had it not been for Rockefeller's gift of money and his desire to preserve beautiful St John, the landscape would probably look more commercial, much like the other Virgin Islands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_John/About_st_john_us_virgin_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST All your life you dreamed of taking a vacation and suddenly it is almost time! Now, the pressure to get the most out of it. We all have different ideas about vacations. And, this will be a special one. You have to realize your own special needs and wants and incorporate all this into a well structured fullfilling time. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Jamaica/Jamaica_beach_vacations.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST There is so much to do at the National Parks found throughout the islands of the Caribbean. Want to spend an afternoon underwater, swimming with the fish? What about a morning watching beautiful tropical birds awaken? http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_national_parks.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Just south of Playa del Carmen is Paamul, a great place for campers with some RV amenities and installations. It is very close to the reef, and an ideal spot for snorkeling or diving. It's got a nice beach front restaurant great for lunch and an afternoon cocktail. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Playa_del_Carmen/Paamul_riviera_maya.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Travelers who are looking for a fantastic all-inclusive resort destination that is priced far below most tropical destinations in and around the Caribbean should look into Mexico’s Riviera Maya. This area has fast become a very popular tropical vacation getaway for travelers from around the world. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Mexicos_riviera_maya.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST The Grenadines are a Caribbean island chain of over 600 islands in the Windward Islands.  Learn more about these remote and off-the-beaten track Caribbean islands. For travelers seeking something different and unique in the Caribbean - The Grenadine islands offer something quite special. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/The_Grenadines/The_grenadines.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Named for the ancient Mayan world for 'Little Inlet', Xcaret was one of the cultures most important ports and a revered ceremonial center. Immerse your self in tradition, nature, wonder, adventure and beauty in one of the world's most unique and friendly parks. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Playa_del_Carmen/Xcaret_eco_park.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Relax as Paris Permenter and John Bigley take you on a short journy through Jamaica - dining, hotels, shopping and adventure. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Jamaica/Jamaica_a_taste_of_the_island.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Island Hop in the Caribbean on one of the small airlines of the Caribbean.  For those looking for adventure why not hop between your favorite islands - A couple days and a couple there! http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Small_airlines_of_the_caribbean.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Isla Mujeres in Mexico is a great way to escape the tourist crush in Cancun. Roughly 9 miles offshore, the island contains the Mexican beach culture of a bygone era. Oh, and the name translates to The Island of Women. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cancun_Mexico/Isla_mujeres_mexico.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Known today as the worlds 'Best Twelve Foot Dive' Stingray City, in Grand Cayman, is not to be missed! It's a perfect spot for an easy dive or just as good or better snorkeling. This is perfect snorkeling trip for kids and adults alike... http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Stingray_city_grand_cayman.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Hmmm, Tobago Diving...You'll LOVE it. It's tranquil, quiet, very laid back and friendly. Tobago's got to be the least known little island that ever comes to mind when it comes to diving. It's a little secret in the Caribbean. Mantas? http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Trinidad_and_Tobago/Tobago_scuba_diving.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Snuba® is the new sport that combines the technology of diving with the freedom of snorkeling at a depth of 6 meters (20 feet).  Snuba diving does not involve the bulky equipment, intensive training, and certification associated with scuba diving. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/What_is_snuba.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Many people have thought about learning to SCUBA dive, but might have been afraid that diving was too difficult, too expensive, or even too dangerous. In this section, we try to answer many commonly asked questions about diving. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_scuba_diving_faqs.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST St. Kitts offers exceptional dive sites for the novice and the die-hard diver as well. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Kitts/St_kitts_scuba_diving.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST St Lucia is a diving paradise which offers divers wrecks, shallow reefs and a variety of marine life including turtles, nurse sharks, seahorses, angel fish, and golden spotted eels, to name only a few. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Lucia/Scuba_diving_in_st_lucia.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Learn more about stingrays ... For centuries, these mysterious animals in the sea have been unnecessarily feared by man. This misconception of rays being dangerous fish was caused by a lack of understanding of their anatomy. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Stingray_city___diving___snorkeling_grand_cayman.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Planning a family beach vacation? Looking for destinations with family resorts that have fun sports and activities for the whole family, all inclusive resorts where meals are included and kid clubs? Here are some of the most popular beach destinations for families to unwind and relax: http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_beach_vacations.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Top 10 Adults - Couples All Inclusive Resorts http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Top_10_adults_couples_all_inclusive_resorts.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST There are two campgrounds in the National Park, Cinnamon Bay Campground and  Maho Bay, for those wanting to experience nature Caribbean style. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_John/Camping_on_st_john_us_virgin_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST For the past four days, we'd been experiencing Trinidad's Carnival, a pulsating heartbeat of humanity that winds through the streets of Port of Spain. We'd chipped, we'd shuffled, we had lost ourselves in the pounding rhythm of the Caribbean's largest annual celebration that for many serves as an annual rebirth. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Trinidad_and_Tobago/tobago_coco_reef_resort.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Top 10 Beach All Inclusive Resorts http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Top_10_caribbean_beach_all_inclusive_resorts.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Are you looking for the best tropical resorts in the Caribbean with a romantic setting? Are you looking for a place to spend your honeymoon or wedding anniversary? Are you looking for that perfect place to spice up your relationship? http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_romantic_vacations.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST St. Lucia -- the country is one of the prettiest islands in the Caribbean and one of the world's favorite wedding and honeymoon spots. Beautiful beaches and the Piton mountains offer guests fabulous views and memories to last a lifetime. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Lucia/Top_10_st_lucia_all_inclusive_resorts.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Caribbean Top 10 Casino All Inclusive Resorts http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_top_10_casino_all_inclusive_resorts.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST All-inclusive resorts can really help vacationers get the most out of their travel dollars. Today, over 400 hotels in the Caribbean and Mexico are either all-inclusive resorts or offer all inclusive packages. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_all_inclusives.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Travel tips and things you should know before you get on a plane for Roatan. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Bay_Islands/Travel_tips_for_the_bay_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Are you looking for a vacation not just from your routine but from your wallet as well? Then an all-inclusive resort might be just the ticket. As the name suggests, all-inclusive means that all activities, meals, drinks, transfers, and tips are included i http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/All_inclusive_fun.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST St Lucia would be just at home in the South Pacific, but it resides in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, and is part of the Windward Islands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Lucia/St_Lucia_caribbean_south_pacific.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST The following information will help you learn about Cayman and how to get ready to enjoy your visit here. It's a bit long but very informative, especially if you are coming to visit for the first time. The Cayman Department of Tourism can also provide information. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Fast_facts_cayman_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Playa del Carmen and the Mayan Riviera have an exceptional array of attractions and activities from the Mayan ruins at Tulum to the Playa del Carmen nightlife, you will love your Mexico vacation. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Playa_del_Carmen/Mayan_riviera_something_for_everyone.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Close your eyes and imagine a Caribbean vacation. Done? The images you called to mind probably contained pristine white beaches, aquamarine waters, and plenty of palm trees. Fortunately, the Caribbean is full of enough beautiful beaches to satisfy every traveler, but there's much more to the islands than just beaches. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_vacation_spot.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Considering a romantic getaway, honeymoon or destination wedding in the Caribbean? After selecting your island, the question most on your mind is when to travel. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_getaways_when_to_go.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Cayman Travel Tips http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Cayman_travel_tips.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Ever dreamt of a wedding in a lush tropical rainforest? How about among magnificent Mayan ruins, on a beach by the blue-green Caribbean, or with jungle rivers and waterfalls as a backdrop? http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Belize/Belize_weddings.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Nevis is an ideal place for a wedding with its natural backdrops of the tropics, world-class service, and wide range of accommodation.  The setting can be as form or as casual as the couple desires.  Some choose to get married barefoot in the sand; others choose spots with stunning mountainside views surrounded lush foliage. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Nevis/Getting_married_on_nevis_wedding_info_requirements.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Before you head off to your dream wedding and honeymoon, don't forget the packing for the wedding itself. Much will depend on where you're having your wedding and your own personal style. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Packing_for_your_caribbean_wedding.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST St. Lucia is the perfect destination for Caribbean weddings and honeymoons. The natural beauty of beautiful Caribbean tropical island seems to have been created for romantics. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/St_Lucia/St_lucia_weddings_honeymoons_anniversaries_romance_.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Looking for a way to heat up your romance? The answer just might lie in the sunny Caribbean, a destination filled with enough sun and sand to put the sizzle into every lovelife. You'll find the islands dotted with romantic resorts but when it's time to ge http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/10_top_romantic_spots_in_the_caribbean.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST All inclusive Weddings at the Sandals Royal Bahamian. The WeddingMoon package makes choices easier for brides and grooms as well. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Bahamas/Moon_weddingmoon_that_is_over_the_bahamas.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Let the beauty of a private beach, tropical garden or Caribbean gazebo set the background of your Caribbean Wedding in the Cayman Islands. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Cayman_Islands/Getting_married_in_the_cayman_islands.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST Thinking of making your walk down the aisle a walk down the isle? It is becoming increasingly easy on many islands to tie the knot and start your honeymoon on your wedding. Here's a quick look at the marriage requirements on several islands that are tops http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/articles/Caribbean/Caribbean_wedding_requirements.html Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:30:02 EST