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May02

Caribbean getaway in Antigua

Published by vanhal in Fishing, Relaxing, Romantic, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Swimming

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Unassuming elegance. A concept created for those visitors seeking a true Caribbean getaway. One that offers a pristine beach front location, first class accommodations, exquisite dining, water sports, tennis, and an atmosphere all its own.
Idyllic seclusion surrounds the elite few who have the pleasure of discovering Galley Bay, an all-inclusive luxury hotel found on the champagne-colored shores of Antigua. Infused with an eclectic mix of old West Indian charm and modern exclusivity, this irresistible Caribbean retreat is a longtime favorite of corporate high rollers and the globe’s discerning jet set who know the difference between frantic tourism and refined travel.
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Mar26

The Caribbean’s premier yacht races

Published by vanhal in Cruise, Europe, Events, Racing, Sailing, Ships

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This is one of the most popular events on the British Virgin Islands’ social calendar, and is a chance for the whole community to come together in a week of races and entertainment. The event usually kicks off on the Monday evening with a welcome party at Nanny Cay Marina where registration for the Sailing Festival takes place. Three days of destination cruising and racing follows before the main three-day regatta properly gets underway on the Friday. The first BVI Spring Regatta took place in 1972 and remains an integral part of island life.
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Mar22

Tortuga Lodge Hammock House

Published by Asya in Costa Rica, Kayaking, Rafting, Resorts, Romantic, South America, Swimming

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This Central American country lies between Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. Costa Rica is an exotic vacation destination that has secluded white sand beaches. On the tour, you get to visit the lush rain forests and pristine beaches. While on a trip to Costa Rica, you can either go in for a rain forest canopy tour, whitewater rafting or can just relax at the beach. The Tortuguero National Park is 51,870 acres and one of the last large areas of tropical rain forest in Central America. Monkeys, storks, and river otters can often be seen along the water in addition to more than 300 species of birds.

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Feb18

It’s now time for you to discover why Barbados is the most enchanting of all Caribbean islands

Published by Asya in Barbados, Cruise, North America, Romantic, Sailing, Surfing

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Barbados is the most eastern island in the Caribbean, and is a tiny dot on most world maps with an area of 483 km. Barbados has a population of about 260,000 – which is quite high considering its size. More than 70 % of the island’s 260 000 people are direct descendants from the forced mass Africa migration of the late 1600s and 1700s-the slave trade. It is circled by fine beaches and narrow coastal plains. Barbados has much to offer its visitors in terms of water sports and beach activities. The windsurfing world championships have been held here several times. Barbados is also a surfing mecca for the Caribbean.
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Dec18

Love is in the air

Published by eli in ACTIVITIES, CONTINENTS, Chillin, Cruise, Eating, North America, Oceania, Relaxing, Sailing, South America, Swimming, TOPICS, Travel Tips, Urban Tourism, Walking

Begin your life together in paradise

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The British Virgin Islands is a British overseas territory, located in the Caribbean to the east of Puerto Rico. The islands make up part of the Virgin Islands archipelago.
The British Virgin Islands consist of the main islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke, along with over 50 other smaller islands and cays. Around 15 of the islands are inhabited. The largest island, Tortola, is approximately 19 km long and 5 km wide. The islands have a total population of about 22,000. Road Town, the capital, is situated on Tortola.The National motto is “Vigilate” which means “Be Watchful”.
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Dec18

Discover the Taste of France in Caribbean island St. Martin

Published by eli in Eating, Fishing, Relaxing, Restaurants, Travel gear, Urban Tourism

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St. Martin is a tropical island in the northeast Caribbean, approximately 240 km east of Puerto Rico. The 98 km² island is divided roughly in half between France and the Netherlands. It is one of the smallest inhabited landmasses in the world that is divided between two nations. The southern Dutch half is called Sint Maarten and is part of the Netherlands Antilles. The northern French half is called Saint-Martin and is part of the French overseas region and department of Guadeloupe. The main towns are Marigot (French side) and Philipsburg (Dutch side). The French part of the island has a land area of 53.20 km². Sint Maarten, the Dutch part of the island, has a land area of 34 km².
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Dec18

U.S. Virgin Islands are the most popular destination in the Caribbean

Published by eli in Adventure, Cultural, Eating, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Kayaking, Relaxing, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Travel gear

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The United States Virgin Islands are a group of islands in the Caribbean that are an insular area of the United States. The islands are geographically part of the Virgin Islands and are located in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles. The U.S. Virgin Islands consist of the four main islands of St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, and many smaller islands. It is the only part of the United States where traffic drives on the left. The total land area of the territory is 346.36 square km.
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