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Anguilla Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Anguilla
Where is it?: Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico
Why do people go here?: Come play with the rich and a famous! It’s pricey, but with some of the nicest beaches in the Caribbean, you’ll understand why. Avoid leaving your fun in the sand, [...]
Barbados Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Barbados
Where is it?: Caribbean, island in the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela
Why do people go here?: This little England combines Caribbean life and English living that draws tourists in hoards.
What are the main entry points?: Flying is possible, although you are more likely to arrive [...]
Bonaire Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Bonaire
Where is it?: Caribbean, two island groups in the Caribbean Sea – one includes Curacao and Bonaire north of Venezuela; the other is east of the Virgin Islands
Why do people go here?: Part of the Netherlands Antilles, with its unique island government, but the same beautiful white sand [...]
British Virgin Islands Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: British Virgin Islands
Where is it?: Caribbean, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico
Why do people go here?: Surprise! Very similar to the US Virgin Islands, but a little less touristic, and British.
What are the main entry points?: Catch a flight [...]
Curacao Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Curacao
Where is it?: Caribbean, two island groups in the Caribbean Sea – one includes Curacao and Bonaire north of Venezuela; the other is east of the Virgin Islands
Why do people go here?: Part of the Netherlands Antilles, with its unique island government, but the same beautiful white sand [...]
Dominica Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Dominica
Where is it?: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, about one-half of the way from Puerto Rico to Trinidad and Tobago
Why do people go here?: Less spoiled than its Caribbean neighbors, Dominican residents enjoy warm days, white sand beaches and a lazy pace [...]
Grenada Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Grenada
Where is it?: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago
Why do people go here?: Home of the five spice girls, who churn out hits like no other: nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and mace. The island also boasts beautiful scenery and beaches [...]
Guadeloupe Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Guadeloupe
Where is it?: Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of Puerto Rico
Why do people go here?: French and African influences are easily seen, and the small offshore islands are real treats
What are the main entry points?: If you’re nearby, take [...]
Martinique Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Martinique
Where is it?: Caribbean, island between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago
Why do people go here?: France, with a flavor of the West Indies. Martinique has the typical island draws, but with hiking and strong French flavor.
What are the main entry points?: [...]
Montserrat Travel FactsThe Basics
Country: Monserrat
Where is it?: Caribbean, island in the Caribbean Sea, southeast of Puerto Rico
Why do people go here?: If you can get there, the devastation from the volcano is quite a site. Tourism is non-existent here, so you are assured an authentic experience.
Currency used: East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
Country [...]
