Caribbean Fun

10/29/2018

The Bahamas’ Abaco chain remains one of the great wonders of the Caribbean, an archipelago-within-an-archipelago with amazing beaches.

10/29/2018

The hole Jamaican experience aboard Cool Runnings Catamarans Ocho Rios. So much joy!

For more information about this excursion, visit https://www.sunwing.ca/en/excursions/jamaica/trelawny/cool-runnings-catamaran-cruise

08/13/2018

"The project will have an overall cost of $40 million, according to Renegade Rum CEO Mark Reynier; that includes $20 million invested specifically in the distillery and $20 million in cultivation and plant operations."

By the Caribbean Journal staff Long one of the Caribbean’s top rum-producing countries, the island of Grenada is about to get a major new addition. United

08/12/2018

"The best adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean have taken the concept to the next level, with a range of properties and experiences, from ultra-laid-back hideaways to more uptempo varieties."

If you’re looking for the perfect vacation experience, adults-only all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean are hard to beat.

08/03/2018

"The Caribbean?s hippest beaches have the energy, the people and the positioning, and they?re scattered across the region, from the Bahamas to the southern Caribbean, from St Martin to Aruba."

From St Martin to Aruba to across the Caribbean, some beaches just have that certain extra level of hip, that extra degree of cool.

07/30/2018

"The archipelago of about 40 islands is home to white sandy beaches, delicious seafood and plenty of family fun, nightlife and beach relaxation."

Turks and Caicos is one of my favorites places in the Caribbean — here's why.

07/29/2018

"This time around, though, I wanted something a little different ? The Shore Club?s central location was a deciding factor, as well as the fact that the three-bedroom suite I booked here was the same price as a one bedroom at Amanyara."

The Shore Club in Turks & Caicos is a gorgeous resort located on a stunning stretch of beach. Pros: perfect locating, beautiful rooms and delicious food. Cons: terrible Wi-Fi and the staff tries a little too hard.

07/28/2018

"The Caribbean Islands have long been a destination for Americans looking to get away from the long, cold winters, honeymoon or just get out of the office."

Many islands are recovering from hurricane devastations, while some are still welcoming visitors to its beaches and rely on tourism.

07/27/2018

"Patrons will also be entertained by gold medallists in the performing arts in music, dance, speech and traditional folk forms. On Sunday, August 5, the Jamaica Gospel Song Competition finals will be held."

The best of Jamaica’s culture will be on show at the Independence Festival Village, to be staged at the National Arena, in Kingston from August 1 to 6. The village, which opens at 12:00 p.m. daily to the public, will … Continued

07/26/2018

"At a Jamaican wedding, it is not uncommon for uninvited guests to show up. Especially in local communities, individuals from around the community show up at the wedding (especially at the reception) without an invitation."

Wedding traditions vary according to culture, and while there are some similarities between a Jamaican and a North American wedding, there are many differences. Listed below are seven of the major ones. 1. The food is one of the major differences. At many Jamaican weddings, the type of foods is simi...

07/24/2018

"Jamaican American Sam (Samantha) Vrielink has been selected as one of the 16 finalists in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search in Miami."

Jamaican American Sam (Samantha) Vrielink has been selected as one of the 16 finalists in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Search in Miami. Sam was born and raised in Miami Beach, Florida, to a Jamaican mother and a Dutch father. She currently lives in Brooklyn, New York, and is pursuing her ca...

07/23/2018

"Take a look at the list below to find out which weeks Jamaicans do not like to work."

There is a common thread in Jamaican society regarding holidays and work. Over the years, we’ve come to expect that there are just some days when employees in Jamaica are, more or less, unproductive. Add to that, many people see their birthday as a holiday in itself and may even take time off to c...