Greater Antilles Nutz and Bolts Articles
Bahamas Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Bahamas
Where is it?: Caribbean, chain of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of Florida, northeast of Cuba
Why do people go here?: One of the most popular, and easiest to reach, island destinations near the United States. A bit overruns, but there’s enough sand and sun to go around.
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The Basics
Country: Bermuda
Where is it?: North America, group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, east of South Carolina
Why do people go here?: Bermuda, Bahamas, come on pretty mama. If the Beach Boys decided it have a starring role in its own song, how can you not love Bermuda? Home [...]
Cuba Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Cuba
Where is it?: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, 150 km south of Key West, Florida
Why do people go here?: One of the least commercialized islands in the Caribbean, despite its size, due to sanctions from the US government and restrictions on travel [...]
Dominican Republic Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Dominican Republic
Where is it?: Caribbean, eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Haiti
Why do people go here?: Spend your days by the beach and your nights in the club in the passionate Dominican Republic. You’ll get soaked [...]
Haiti Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Haiti
Where is it?: Caribbean, western one-third of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, west of the Dominican Republic
Why do people go here?: Haiti is not yet free of the problems that have plagued it in the past, which also means it [...]
Jamaica Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Jamaica
Where is it?: Caribbean, island in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba
Why do people go here?: Ja making me crazy, mon! Jamaica’s proximity to the US, its laid back nature, and claims to Bob Marley and PLENTY of resorts make it a top tourist destination.
What are the [...]
Puerto Rico Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Puerto Rico
Where is it?: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of the Dominican Republic
Why do people go here?: The United States, with a Caribbean twist. Puerto Rico is the most accessible island to the US and has the tourists to prove it. [...]
Nassau Travel FactsThe Basics
City Name: Nassau
Where is it located?: Nassau is located in the Bahamas, in the northern half of the chain.
Why do people go there?: Nassau is a major transportation hub, and also the most populated area. Colonial quaintness is not lost, despite its popularity.
How do travelers get there?: Nassau [...]
Havana Travel FactsThe Basics
City Name: Havana
Where is it located?: Havana is located in Cuba, on the western fourth of the island.
Why do people go there?: Havana is the heart and soul of Cuba, from Communism to cigars to music. There is always something happening in Havana.
How do travelers get there?: Flying [...]
Santo Domingo Travel FactsThe Basics
City Name: Santo Domingo
Where is it located?: Santo Domingo is located in the Dominican Republic, in the southeastern part of the island.
Why do people go there?: Santo Domingo is not the safest city in the area, but then again, that’s part of its draw. From an active nightlife to the [...]
