More on Hamilton's Crash

Nice story in the Times here, from on board Hugo Boss with Lewis Hamilton during the mast busting collision.

The New Barbados

Barbados was named the World's number 1 hotspot for celebrities in 2007 and received the Caribbean's first, and only, Zagat rating in 2008; a recognition for superior hospitality. A 'Best of' guide was released this year, highlighting Barbados' most worthy attractions and serving as a manual to allow visitors the chance to wring a pure, satisfying experience from their next vacation.

If there is a predominant theme to the guide and, in turn, the island, it is the high level of diversity saturating the tiny (166 sq. miles) Caribbean island. New attractions breed a unique flavor throughout Barbados, while older and established testaments to its history are renovated and find new life in the flattering sentences of Zagat's guide. With so much to see and do, it would be virtually impossible to tackle its every recommendation. Below, in chocolate-sampler form, is an eclectic taste of the island.

The Lexy Piano Bar claims to be "sufystikated, elegantly-casual and air-conditioned". Cheesy pun aside, the new night spot boasts a swank slice of New York and provides a half show, half party, atmosphere that lasts until 2 in the morning. According to the Zagat guide, "Locals and visitors make requests and join in… mixed drinks, wine and champagne ensure that all inhibitions are banished."

To indulge on the island's famous flying fish and rum punch, visitors must make a stop at the newly renovated Oistins Fish Fry on Friday and Saturday evenings. The event is a popular forum to mix with the Barbados locals, eat rich seafood, and hear great music.

Hands-on dining presides over the Elbow Room, instituting a do-it-yourself experience where you "choose from a number of pre-seasoned meats—beef, chicken and fish—and then grill it yourself on hot lava stone.

The Arlington House Museum recently underwent an elaborate renovation. Reopening under a month ago, the 3-story building has become an interactive tribute to Barbados' history and culture. The ground floor, 'Speightstown Memories', gives insight to the early life of the island's township. The story of the island's colonization and sugar cane industry is found at 'Plantation Memories', on the second floor. And a talking pirate guides the third floor's 'Wharf Memories' exhibit, a tribute to Speightstown's former trades glory.

Barbados' most popular visitor attraction, Harrison's Cave, is once again open after a year's renovation. The newly improved cavern, a haven for crystallized limestone and stalactite and stalagmite formations, features six new wheelchair-accessible trams as well as a new ventilation, drainage, electrical, and lighting system. Other facilities have been added to the site, including interactive displays, a souvenir shop, and a snack bar.

The Zagat guide especially highlights Barbados' rich culture, namely cuisine, and natural attractions in colorful descriptions that leap from the page, tempting you to book that next departing flight. By receiving the Zagat approval, the future visitor can feel confident of their vacation to the island, knowing that there are no embellishments to the guide—that every vibrant adjective is authentic.

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Summer in the Caymans

It's not too late to spend your summer vacation in the Caymans Islands! Don't let high air prices scare you away because if you book and travel between now and October 15, 2008, you will receive up to $400 in Air Credit upon check-out from your hotel! The air credit is not the only incentive the Cayman Islands are offering to lure vacationers. Check some of the other promos I found: (**restrictions apply!)

• Free Trip to Stingray City
• Kids eat free
• Kids fly 25% off on Cayman Airways
• Pay with your AMEX and receive a $100 AMEX Gift Check
• 5th Night Free at Participating Hotels
• 2 for 1 Coupon Books
• 10-25% off Dive Packages

Bring your kids to the Caymans before August 29, 2008 and let them enjoy meeting Diego from Dora the Explorer at the Cayman Islands Sea School sponsored by Nickelodeon.

Still not convinced? Watch this video brochure and contact us today for great vacation packages to the Cayman Islands!

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Sunday Short 4: Wandle Wreck

Bonnie's been doing some posts on Frogma on river wrecks, so here's one I saw earlier, sinking into the River Wandle.

Sunday Short 3: Ugly Boat or What?

Sorry, it just is. And what is really a shame is the hull looks so much better!

Sunday Short 2: Star Crashed Boat

Our car star in a more than reasonable boat has been involved in a crash. Yes, the IMOCA 60 Hugo Boss with Alex Thompson and driving legend Lewis Hamilton were involved in a prang during the Round the Island Race.

More on that story here.

Oh, and the credit for finding the above cool video should go to Adam over at "Messing About..." - much better than the Beeb video posted yesterday

Sunday Short 1: Vikings Go Home!

The Viking boat I saw in Dublin is heading home! It's meant to be stopping off in Portsmouth - but think am off sailing that weekend.

You can follow its progress via a Google Map mashup here.

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Not Going Round The Island

I wasn't able to do today's Round the Island extravaganza this year due to family commitments but there was a record number of boats out there and a new circumnavigation record from ICAP Leopard.

There was even a car star in a more than reasonable boat: the legendary Lewis Hamilton on-board the IMOCA 60 Hugo Boss with Alex Thompson.

Nice video here from the Beeb and stories at the official site here.

Just Back - Rose Hall Resort & Country Club

My personal relationship with this property, goes way back. On one of my first trips to Jamaica, I toured this property with my host, the Jamaican Tourist Board. I was very impressed with the Sales & Marketing Director who gave the tour... in a twist of fate, 5 years later I married her brother! Speaking of weddings, I have booked several Rose Hall Resort Destination Weddings and all brides have been thrilled! Anyway, this hotel was formerly the Wyndham Rose Hall and became an independent property a few years ago. After changing ownership, the hotel has undergone a $35 million renovation and is all sparkly and new! $12 million of those funds were allotted to the new water park which is a smash hit with kids of all ages! I am booking this property on a weekly basis and ALL of my clients are coming home smiling. Here are some pics from Duncan Magee, a client who returned in May... Enjoy! (Thanks Duncan!)

The trend in Caribbean resorts is to create leisure pools with Miami-style cabanas catering to adults:

One of the many natural waterscapes:

Toddler-friendly, zero-entry into the water park pool:

Water slides and the lazy river:

Poolside cabanas at night... oh la la!