Jamaica Tourist Board & the "Pon di Road" Series

Enticing enough for you? If it makes you want to start packing now, drop us a line and we'll get started researching the best hotel + airfare rates for your Jamaican adventure!

Jamaica is within reach because most major US & European Gateways have daily flights on most major airlines.

"Summer Spectacular" in Martinique!

The French-Caribbean island of Martinique is offering a summer promo of the 6th night free for stays of at least 7 nights at 10 participating hotels.


Summer Spectacular booking and travel dates extend throughout the summer and fall of 2011, with some properties offering savings through December. The participating hotels are Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa, Bakoua Hotel, La Batelière, La Suite Villa, Carayou Hotel & Spa, Hotel Frégate Bleue, Karibea Baie du Galion Resort, Karibea Sainte-Luce Resort, Le Panoramic Hotel and the Hotel Plein Soleil.


Why do we love Martinque? This video from ABC News sums it up:







Have we peaked your interest? If so, we'd be happy to work with you on a custom quote for a vacation package to Martinque. Flights arrive daily in Martinque from Europe. From the US, American Airlines is the best carrier.

My Visit to the Villas at Viceroy Anguilla

Here's a little tour of the villa we called home on our trip to Anguilla at the Viceroy Resort! 

Enjoy,

Happy Birthday Dominica!

November 3, 2010 marks the 32nd year the island of Dominica has been an Independent Nation. 

Become a fan of Dominica on Facebook.

An inside view of Dominica from Peace Corps Volunteer Anna McCanse.

Explore the beautiful website of the Tourist Board of Dominica.

Happy Birthday!

RIP Mr. Gregory Isaacs

Mr. Gregory Isaacs, 

Thanks for being the soundtrack to so many of my favorite island memories. When I saw you in concert, I couldn't help but feel that you were singing only to me. Your voice will be missed...

One Love,

Grand Pineapple Antigua WebCam

I loved everything about my recent visit to the Grand Pineapple Beach Resort in Antigua. One of the neatest features on their website is  a 24 hour a day webcam. Its a great feature because you can scope out the resort before your visit and then take a peak and reminisce when you get home. Check it out right here... 

Enjoy,

Video of Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa

Remember my recent trip to Antigua? Here is a short video I took from my room at Sandals Grande Antigua at sunset... Enjoy! 

Sandy Island, Anguilla

Sandy Island is the perfect day trip while staying on Anguilla...

Located only 20-30 minutes off shore, this little spit of land is dotted with palm trees, an open air restaurant service delicious local fare, beach chairs, and hammocks...

And of course... a bar.

It is a the perfect excursion for family members of all ages who are seeking a little bit of that "Gilligan's Island" experience... 

Include Sandy Island as a stop on your next Anguilla Vacation!

Enjoy,

Smokey's at the Cove, Anguilla

While in Anguilla last week, I had the pleasure of dining at Smokey's at the Cove. I took a little video on my iphone to capture the vibe. Smokey's a great place for casual, toes in the sand dining, and delicious local fare including: coconut shrimp, pumpkin soup, chicken roti and lobster salad. Guests arrive by boat or car.

The sound quality is not the best, so turn down your speakers - but enjoy the view!

Smokey's would also be a perfect choice for a fun & relaxing rehearsal dinner the night before a Destination Wedding on Anguilla.

Playa del Carmen's HUGE Beach Restoration Project!

The beach is BACK! See photos and read more about it here. To celebrate, many of the hotels on the beach are offering great rates for summer visits and there are always cheap flights from London, and the US! Contact our vacation package company - we'd love to help you plan your trip to enjoy Playa del Carmen's expanded beach!

My be there NOW moment today...

You too?

Did you see this? Cool...

The didn't make it to the Olympics this year, but we still love them!

In case you missed it...

I gave you fair warning so really there is no excuse... but in case you missed Caribbean Travel & Life Magazine's debut on the Travel Channel with a new show "Affordable Caribbean", you're in luck! You can watch them right here! So far, they have featured Barbados, Antigua, and the Bahamas. I just learned that the British Islands, including Tortola & Virgin Gorda, will be on in early October...

Here is a sneak peak... Enjoy!

St. Vincent & Grenadines Travel Video

Such an enticing blend of lush mountains, clear turquoise water, white sand, and good people!

Vintage Fashion Photos @ Half Moon circa 1967

I first learned that these lovely photos and talented photographer thanks to a Twitter post from the Half Moon Resort. If you know me personally, you know I love antiques & vintage... especially anything Vintage Caribbean. So I was thrilled to learn of Mark Mender and his lovely photos from 1967... a time when Caribbean Tourism was fresh and new...

And there's even a You Tube Video showing how the set was staged:

Curacao NOW!

Here's the island:

CURACAO

Here's the deal:

During this special season, Curacao offers you amazing added value on your vacation package. Book Curacao and be eligible for a $100 per person credit on your airline ticket, free nights, $140 Food & Beverage Credit, Free dive day, Free car rental day, discounts on entrance to Museums plus half price off on attractions, tours and transfers combined with high value shopping discounts in downtown Willemstad.

Here are the rules:

Curaçao Now offers may not be combined with any other offers and is for new bookings only. Booking must be made between January 15 and March 15, 2009 or May 15 and July 15 2009.

Here's a little more about Curacao:

To-bago or not?

Wanna know if you should go visit this secret paradise?

Vintage (a la 1986) Jamaica Tourist Board Video

Saba... say no more!

Visit ARUBA.... Now!

Aruba's beaches are the ones copied on postcards sold worldwide. The perfect white sand, peaceful waves, and crystal clear water welcome hundreds of my clients every year. This is where I send my beach lovers who also require plenty of upmarket dining establishments. The beaches are long and welcoming, not small bays that house the beaches of many other Caribbean islands. You can't walk for miles because it is a small island - but you can walk until your legs are tired and you must stop to refuel with a cool beverage.

There are two main beaches, Eagle & Palm. This is Palm Beach:

And this is Eagle Beach:
Palm is where you will find the high rises like the Marriott, Hyatt, Westin, and Radisson. Eagle Beach is where you find the smaller, boutique hotels like the Manchebo and Bucuti.

And that upmarket cuisine I mentioned? Well, just so you know, I would visit Aruba just to eat. Many of the restaurants are simply that good. My favorites are Madame Janette, Gasparito, and Hosteria Da' Vittorio. Should you be in doubt, the island has a Gastronomic Association to set you on the right path to perfection.

There is plenty of shopping on the island and nightlife in downtown Oranjestad. It is easy to get there from any hotel... jump on the local bus, pay $1 and cruise on down. Safe and easy.

What some say Aruba might lack in true island culture, it certainly makes up for with its great beaches and supreme dining so don't wait, book your trip now! Here are few of the specials I found today:

Radisson Aruba - discounted rates and $100 food and beverage credit.

Renaissance Marina Hotel - 4th night free and 25% off local vendors.

Tamarijn Aruba - reduced rates.

Here's a little video from the Aruba Tourist Board: