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The Caribbean’s reliable sunshine and tranquil, blue-green coast annually draw millions of visitors seeking tropical island relief and relaxation. It’s no surprise that high season in January and February also coincides with the highest prices for flights and hotels. But pushing your Caribbean visit into budget-friendly summer and fall runs the risk of hurricanes and…
What better place to relax, recharge, and have fun than the Caribbean? The balmy region has long drawn visitors with its swaying palms, white-sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Today, there are innumerable ways to enjoy this slice of paradise — so many, in fact, that it can be daunting to plan a vacation to the…
The Bahamas is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean — and it’s easy to see why. Crystal clear water, soft sand, and thousands of gorgeous cays are just a few of the appealing features here. Plus, the food is great, the seafood is fresh, the drinks are fruity, and the welcoming smiles…
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Hurricane season, which runs from June through November in the Atlantic, has arrived. Among the storms brewing, Hurricane Florence, which is expected to barrel through the southeastern United States by Friday morning, has been high on everyone’s radar. The Category 4 storm with 130 mph winds could bring up to 30…
Adventure of the Seas/Oyster Late September’s hurricanes Irma and Maria had an unprecedented effect on the cruise industry, resulting in more than 100 canceled, delayed, or rerouted cruises and 44 ports-of-call impacted. While some islands in the Caribbean were left relatively unscathed (St. Kitts and Antigua, for example), others, notably St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and…
Beach at the Beaches Negril Resort & Spa/Oyster This year has already witnessed one of the most active hurricane seasons in the Caribbean. Category 5 storms Irma and Maria barrelled through the region, with winds gusting over 200 miles per hour, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Popular travel destinations, including Tortola, St.…
A destroyed building in Road Town. When my patio door flew off, I knew it was all over. First, it felt like a game. I dutifully stocked up on bottled water and canned ham, latched my hurricane shutters, and remembered all of those evening newscasts I watched about folks in the tropics nailing plywood over…
Just a week after the devastating storms and floods of Hurricane Harvey in Texas, the U.S. and parts of the Caribbean are already in the throes of another hurricane catastrophe. Hurricane Irma, which strengthened to a Category 5 storm (the strongest type of hurricane), has already impacted popular destinations like Puerto Rico, Anguilla, St. Kitts…
Late summer and fall vacations can come with lower rates, good weather, and thinner crowds. However, they can also bring a bit of trepidation, as that time of year happens to be hurricane season. But don’t let that dampen your enthusiasm about an off-season beach getaway. We’ve sussed out five fabulous resorts that have taken…
