Travel 2 the Caribbean Blog

Save the Date Jazz Lovers - PapJazz Festival Haiti 2019

2018-12-13T19:02:00.000-06:00

A world-wide experience awaits lovers of jazz

Jazz Musicians from around the globe will perform next month at the annual PopJazz Fest.

Some of the represented countries include Spain, France, Switzerland, USA, Israel, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Chile, Congo, 18 artists from Haiti, along with numermous artists from the Caribbean region.

PapJazz 2019 Schedule:

- (8) days of Music at 12 Venues
- 49 Concerts - 38 are FREE!
- (8) After Hours Venues
- 15 Free Workshops & Conferences

Barbra Lica, listed among top 5 best jazz singers in Canada (pictured left)
Photo Credit: Canadian Beats

The non-profit Haiti Jazz Foundation was founded in 2007 to preserve Haiti’s musical heritage, provide access to continued professional music education in Haiti, promotion of kreyòl jazz in Haiti and abroad, along with booking the world's best jazz performers each year.

The foundation has also been instramental in rebranding Haiti's image as a tourism destination by partnering with travel agencies and island hotel chains offering discounted travel packages and tours.

Phyllisia Ross (pictured right)
Photo credit: IslandBoi Photography

American Grammy Award Winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, Canadian Juno-Award Singer Molly Johnson, and Grammy Award-winning Afro-Cuban jazz pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba are artists who have performed in past festival events.

Here's just a few of the global artist scheduled to perform in 2019:

Antonio Serrano (Spain) Harmonist - Spanish Jazz and Flamenco
Terence Blanchard & The E-Collective (USA) 5 Time Grammy Award winner
Barbra Lica Quintet (Canada) Jazz Singer & Author
Yogev Shetrit Trio (Israel) Professional Drummer/Composer
Alex Mercado (Mexico) Pianist
Emile Parisien Quartet (France) Saxophonist/Jazz Composer
Óscar Pizarro Quartet (Chile) Pianist/Keyboardist/ Composer
Frank Salis meets Michael Watson (Switzerland) Organist/Composer - Michael Watson, Trombonist/American singer who is part of the new wave of musicians of New Orleans.
Julian & Roman Wasserfuhr (Germany) Trumpet & Piano
Ray Lema & Laurent de Wilde (Congo/France) Jazz Pianists

Cecile McLorin Salvant (pictured right)
Grammy Award 2016 - Best Jazz Vocal Album
Photo Credit: papjazzjaiti.org

Artists from Haiti and the Caribbean Region:

Sonny Troupe Quartet "Add 2" (Guadeloupe) Fusion Gwo Ka and Jazz, Kreyol Jazz
Denis Lapassion (Guyana) featuring Etienne M'Bappé French Pianist/Composer/Arranger
Paul Beaubrun (Haiti/USA) Haitian Singer/Arranger/Multi-instrumentalist
Cecile McLorin Salvant (Haiti/France/USA) Jazz Vocalist
Phyllisia Ross (Haiti/USA) Singer/Songwriter/Composer/Piano and Keyboards
BIC (Haiti) Songwriter, Rapper-Slammer - wordplay with Haitian Creole language
SMS Kreyol (Haiti) Jazz of all generations - fusion of jazz/folklore
Akoustik (Haiti) Jazz, Rock, Blues, Konpa, Reggae, Rasin

http://papjazzhaiti.org/
Email : info@papjazzhaiti.org - Phone : (509) 3101-0003

You can also check with Haitian Nomad on available travel packages for the jazz festival

Happy Travels,
Linda

More about the foundation
The Port-au-Prince International Jazz Festival, a non-profit event, features an unprecedented cultural assembly to a local and international audience.

This is one of the best example of successful partnership between the international community via embassies of Belgium, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Mexico, Panama, Spain, Switzerland and the United States of America, the public sector through Haitian Ministry of Culture and Tourism and local private institutions and sponsors such as Prestige (Heineken), Rhum Barbancourt, Sogebank, Mercedes-Benz, Air France and Delta.

The Haiti Jazz Foundation manages the steering organization committee (Embassies, ministries, private sector representatives) in order to administrate the logistics for the bands, scheduling and booking of concerts and venues, as well a marketing and communications for the event.

Related Articles:
Commentary: The international Jazz PAP festival in Haiti, a success story!

Hamilton Tickets Puerto Rico Vacation Packages

2018-12-07T14:50:00.000-06:00

This posting is in response to many inquiries about tickets for the upcoming

Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton in Puerto Rico.

Image Credit: Broadway Direct

January 8–27, 2019

Teatro UPR (the University of Puerto Rico in San Juan)

This will be the islands biggest event next year, and there is much excitement about Lin Manuel-Miranda returning to his native land and being back in the title role of Alexander Hamilton.

Sorry folks, when regular priced tickets ($99.00 - $350) went on sale last month, they SOLD OUT immediately. When the play is announced in any location, the tickets sell out quickly. I was very fortunate to snatch up tickets when the play first hit Chicago, and for those who have not had the opportunity to see Hamilton, I highly recommend.

In the ticket inquiries, many blog readers mentioned an online lottery for tickets priced at $10.00 via the Hamilton App. So I downloaded the Hamilton App on my iPad to view the $10 lottery locations and the cities listed are New York, Chicago, London, Buffalo, and Greenville - no Puerto Rico.

So here's what I know for now . . .

**Hamilton Travel Packages**

Puerto Rico Tourism is offering travel packages for a limited time only that include tickets. As of this writing, there are three packages still available of the four originally offered. If you are interested in attending the Puerto Rico Hamilton Performances, jump on this ASAP! https://welcome.discoverpuertorico.com/hamilton

Prizeo was offering a FREE Puerto Rico trip for a $10 donation, and opening night tickets, however, a winner has already been announced.

Flamboyan Arts Fund VIP Fundraiser Tickets

There are some super-expensive tickets still available, and they are priced to help in restoring arts funding to Puerto Rico for the next few years.

Hold onto to your seat! The price is $5,000.00 and the only available dates at this price are January 16, 17, and 23rd. Tickets include a premium seat at the show as well as an invite to a VIP post-show reception hosted by chef José Andrés, chef Mario Pagán, and World Central Kitchen’s Chefs For Puerto Rico. The Arts Fund is housed at Flamboyan Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and a significant portion of your purchase will count as a tax-deductible donation.

Donations instead of purchasing tickets

All donations are tax deductible and will go directly to the Flamboyan Arts Fund.
https://www.crowdrise.com/donate/project/hamilton-for-puerto-rico/hamiltonfor-puerto-rico?

If any more info comes across my desk, I will be sure to update this post and share on social media. And if you find tickets online, be careful they are valid - more info here - https://hamiltonmusical.com/puerto-rico/tickets

Happy Travels,
Linda

Save the Date! Cayman Cookout Jan 2019

2018-11-28T17:56:00.001-06:00

Photo courtesy of Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

The 11th Annual Cayman Cookout will be held January 17-20, 2019

Presented by The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

& Cayman Islands Tourism

Vibe: Barefoot Elegance on Seven Mile Beach

January 2019 kicks off one of the most anticipated and interactive foodie events in the Caribbean, along with being recognized by food and wine aficionadi around the globe. This is one of the few events where attendees have the opportunity for personal access and interaction with world-famous master chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists.

The Cayman Cookout will be hosted by Chef Eric Ripert – seafood master and co-owner of Le Bernardin in New York City and Blue by Eric Ripert at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.

A number of globally recognized culinary stars for this year's event include José Andrés, Andrew Zimmern, Emeril Lagasse, Yannick Alleno, Dominique Crenn, Amanda Cohen, Emma Bengtsson, and Nancy Silverton.

Cayman Cookoff features a unique four-day epicurean experience:

Dynamic cooking demonstrations
Exclusive tastings and dining events
Wine & spirit expert parings wine experts and spirits blenders
Skilled mixologist preparing new and classic cocktails with unique Caymanian flair
Exciting local tours

Anthony Bourdain celebrity chef, author, travel documentarian, TV personality and good friend of Chef Eric Ripert was a fixture at Cayman Cookout. He provided the "Rundown with Anthony Bourdain” in which he sampled and discussed local flavors with the best of Cayman’s own chefs, restauranteurs, and local artisans. He will definitely be missed this year - RIP.

Tickets and room packages for Cayman Cookout 2019 are now available at www.caymancookout.com.

Bookings can be made at http://www.ritzcarlton.com/grandcayman, by phone at 800-241-3333 or by contacting your travel agent.

Caribbean Cyber Monday and Extended Travel Deals

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Elegant Hotels Cyber Monday

Elegant Hotels newest property Hodges Bay Resort & Spa Antigua opened Summer 2018

Get up to 75% Off accommodations at (9) Caribbean beachfront hotels in Barbados, St Lucia and Antigua.

Travel December 1 - October 31, 2019.
This promotion is valid until midnight on November 26, 2018 - new reservations only.

Complimentary Inclusions with each stay provide daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, water sports, beach and pool ambassador service, fitness, daily activities and much more.
https://eleganthotels.com/cyber-Monday

Park Hyatt St. Kitts — St. Kitts & Nevis

126-room luxury resort located on Banana Bay, the southern tip of the island.

Resort Features

125 spacious guestrooms, including suites with large terraces
Great guestroom sea views or lush gardens and mountains
Suites feature oversized bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and rain showers, and some rooms feature rooftop pools
3 restaurants offering world-class cuisine in a variety of different areas
Full-service spa with 12 treatment rooms, and a unique outdoor treatment room

40% Off - Book on Cyber Monday through December 22, 2018, and receive a 4th night free along with a $300 resort credit to be used at any of the (3) signature restaurants or at the Miraval Life in Balance Spa.

Offer valid for stays through December 19, 2019, and is based on resort availability.
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/saint-kitts-and-nevis/park-hyatt-st-kitts/skbph/offers

Secret Bay - Dominica

40% off best available rates when you book on Cyber Monday (November 26, 2018 — 12:00am to 11:59pm EST) for stays February 1-28, 2019 (three-night minimum; some blackout dates apply; taxes and gratuities not included).

This luxury eco-lodge is located within a clifftop rainforest on “The Nature Island” of the Caribbean. Secret Bay features a limited collection of villas composed entirely of sustainably-sourced materials, and offers fine dining, spa services and an adventure concierge.

To book visit the Secret Bay website, call 767-445-4444 or email info@secretbay.com with the booking code CYBER. https://secretbay.dm/offers/

Round Hill Hotel and Villas — Jamaica

Cyber Monday: January Winter Getaway package includes two free nights when booking seven nights or one free night when booking four nights for a stay January 4-31, 2019.

Round Hill is also offering a Winter Warmth package with one free night when booking five nights between January 4 and April 15, 2019.

Set on a 110 acre peninsula, Round Hill has a legacy of being one of Jamaica's finest properties. The property features luxury villas, boutique oceanfront rooms, award-winning seaside dining and an exquisite spa. Also there are more travel offers on the site. https://www.roundhill.com/exclusive-offers-en.html

Marigot Bay Resort and Marina

Award winning 5 star resort located on the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean - St Lucia’s Marigot Bay.

The 124-room resort features two pools, fine restaurants & luxurious suites, luxury spa, and a magnificent marina which accommodates some of the world's biggest superyachts, and Caribbean luxury charters.

Your luxury vacation begins at the airport where you will be met by resort team members with a selection of cold water, towels, and snacks to top you up from your flight. After arrival, your personal assistant will take care of all your needs.

Save 50% percent off all room rates!
Book between November 21-27, 2018 for travel from November 22 to December 19, 2018 AND January 6, 2019 to June 30, 2019.
https://www.marigotbayresort.com/packages

Happy Travels,
Linda

Elegance and Sophistication In Curacao - the Dutch Caribbean

2018-11-16T17:32:00.001-06:00

Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort on the island of Curacao

sits on a private 1500 foot beachfront where the Caribbean Sea

and Spanish Bay meet.

The calm waters are the perfect spot for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling or just relaxing with cocktails watching the sailboats and yachts as they sail by.

The resort offers 350 luxury guestrooms ranging from double, king and junior suites to VIP, executive, and presidential suites.

On site, amenities include three oceanfront outdoor pools, a palm-lined sundeck, 24-hour fitness center, jogging trail, tennis and volleyball courts, Camp Arawak Children’s club for kids age 12 and under, (4) on-site luxury shops, and (4) on-site dining experiences from gourmet to casual.

Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort features the island’s only 18-hole championship golf course, along with an eco-friendly spa retreat, full-service marina, along with 38,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and banquet space.

The property is located approximately 35 minutes from the airport, and convenient airport transportation can be arranged however travel arrangements should be made as far in advance as possible.

Guests will find a variety of complimentary activities and amenities, including:

High-Speed Wireless Internet
Guided Hikes
Mountain Bike Tours
Yoga
Pilates
Historic Well Tour
Botanical Walk (Unguided)
Iguana Feeding

Travel Specials:

FREE Nights + $100 RESORT CREDIT
4th Night FREE in your choice of luxurious room or suite, plus Daily Breakfast for (2) Adults and (2) Children AND a $100 Resort Credit!

Other travel specials include 30% off for booking your Curacao vacation 60 days in advance.

Head over to the site and view all Santa Barbara Resort has to offer
https://www.santabarbararesortcuracao.com/

Happy Travels,
Linda

Stay in Luxury Longer and Save More

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The world-renowned Grace Bay Club features 82 oceanfront suites overlooking a 1,100-foot stretch of a world-famous beachfront, and each suite has a private verandah or patio.

Grace Bay Beach

Photo Credit: Visit Turks & Caicos Island Tourism

https://www.visittci.com/providenciales

Grace Bay Club's “Stay Longer Rates” not only provides savings, but also offers extra time for travelers to explore some of the sister islands like North, Middle, South Caicos, and more.

Turks and Caicos is a small archipelago of eight major islands, numerous cays, and features crystal clear turquoise waters, spectacular reefs, stunning white sand beaches, and a pleasant low-humidity year-round climate and off-shore winds.

GRACE BAY CLUB STAY LONGER PROMOTIONS FOR JANUARY 2019 TRAVEL

30% SAVINGS with 7-night minimum stay
25% SAVINGS with 4-night minimum stay
20% SAVINGS with 3-night minimum stay

Each guest receives Grace Bay Club's signature level of superior service including:

Full American breakfast served daily in the restaurant
Personal concierge, accessible day-and-night via a provided mobile phone
Unparalleled ultra-luxury resort amenities
Afternoon tea
Bottled water replenished daily
Wireless internet throughout the property
International and local telephone calls from an in-suite landline phone
Non-motorized water sports
On-site KidsTown children's program (for ages 5-12)

DINING

Grace Bay Resort offers a range of on-site dining options to suit every taste. Begin each day with complimentary breakfast at the casual oceanfront bistro The Grill. Enjoy exclusive gourmet dining at Karve and Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar.

More casual dining can be found at the resorts newest beachfront pop-up bar Just Tacos which offers a menu of gourmet tacos including lobster, yellowtail snapper, roasted lamb, vegetarian, pork belly, and an array of enticing desserts. The resort also has a Pool Bar with its own swim-up bar, and The Lounge offers Caribbean inspired tapas and cocktails with a romantic beachside setting.

Visit the site and view this fabulous Caribbean luxury property
https://gracebayresorts.com/gracebayclub/

If you are unfamiliar with Turks & Caicos visit the tourism site to learn more
https://www.visittci.com/providenciales

Happy Travels,
Linda

20% Off Tobago Luxury Villas

2018-11-13T14:39:00.002-06:00

This is a perfect vacation for families, friends or couples seeking an island vacation without the tourist crowds while enjoying everything the Caribbean region has to offer.

All photos courtesy of Plantation Beach Villas

Plantation Beach Villas, on Trinidad's sister island Tobago, is located on the
hillside overlooking Stonehaven Bay Beach. This property offers just (6) villas
with a British colonial West Indian style featuring gingerbread latticework -

The emphasis here is on elegant comfort.

Set on a sloping hillside, the property is fully surrounded by groves of tropical trees and beautifully landscaped gardens. Each of the villas comes with all the modern amenities including fully equipped kitchens, dining areas, en-suite bathrooms with large showers, daily maid service, safety deposit box, WiFi access, and pool.

The hillside location is the perfect spot to capture spectacular sunrises and sunsets

At the beach area, there is an on-site Beach Bar, along with activities such as table tennis, volleyball, darts, and kayaking. The front office will be happy to arrange island tours along with having a heavenly massage on your private balcony. Babysitting is also available for a fee.

Nearby attractions include horseback riding, mountain bike tours, stand-up paddle boarding, kite boarding, windsurfing, fish charters, and diving with Undersea Tobago.

One of the current promotions is offering 20% OFF on all stays from December 20, 2018, to April 30, 2019, when you book online using Promotion Code PBVW01.

Head over to the site
https://www.plantationbeachvillas.com/

Happy Travels,
Linda

A Romantic Slice of Caribbean Paradise

2018-11-09T00:36:00.002-06:00

Sandals Halcyon Beach features gingerbread detailed cottages

which are no taller than the highest palm tree, ensuring unspoiled views of St Lucia's tranquil beach and tropical seaside gardens.

Plus, enjoy expanded dining options at 27 gourmet restaurants, 21 bars serving premium spirits, and two golf courses at nearby Sandals Resorts.

In Saint Lucia, you get a mega all-inclusive vacation that includes (3) Sandals Resorts for the price of one! Experience all the restaurants, all the beaches, and every amenity. Plus, round-trip transportation is included between resorts.

Crystal Lagoon Poolside from $253 PP/PN

Grand Luxe Club Level Room w/ Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub

from $281 PP/PN

Experience the all-new Beachfront Honeymoon Butler Suites with private plunge pool or the new Beachfront Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Rooms with direct access to the resort's crystal lagoon pool.

Beachfront Honeymoon Walkout Club Level Room w/ Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

from $353 PP/PN

Beachfront Crystal Lagoon Swim-up Butler Room w/ Patio Tranquility Soaking Tub

from $485 PP/PN

Get all the details here
https://www.sandals.com/halcyon-beach/

Happy Travels,
Linda

Caribbean Festivals November 2018

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Here's the lineup for November Food Festivals, Island Marathons, Open Water Swims, and there's also a one of a kind Caribbean Festival . . .

Photo courtesy of Hotels of St Barth

A unique opportunity to sample one-of-a-kind menus in a different restaurant every night

The tiny French Caribbean island has a worldwide reputation as a gourmet foodie paradise with blends of French, Creole, and international flavors.

This year's festival will feature distinguished chefs from around the globe with cooking classes from the masters, chef contests and gourmet dinners prepared in collaboration with local executive chefs. Hotels of St Barth Blog

Caribbean Food & Wine Festival
Nov 01 – Nov 03, 2018
Turks & Caicos Islands

The 8th annual festival will be held at the Grace Bay Club which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

The festival includes a five-course gourmet meal, with each course sampled at different award-winning restaurants with their own unique fare along with fine wines.

Head over to the festival site for the full schedule of events
www.caribbeanfoodandwinefestivaltci.com

Barbados Open Water Festival
Nov 7 – Nov 11, 2018

This 7th annual event attracts swimmers from at least 15 countries around the globe including Olympians, World Champions, Masters Swim Champions, World Record Holders, Junior Champions, Pan Am Medallists and scores of recreational swimmers.

The Open Water Festival offers races over four distances: 1.5K, 3.3K, 5K and a 10K. For those swimmers who do not wish to race or be timed there is a 1.5K “Just For Fun” Swim which aids a children's charity on the island.
http://swimbarbadosvacations.com/

Cayman Islands Pirates Week
Nov 8 – Nov 16, 2018

The official theme of the 2018 festival as “‘Celebrating the Seas”, in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the Cayman Coat of Arms, and in an effort to raise awareness of ocean conservation.

Pirates Week 2018 will start in Cayman Brac on Friday, November 2nd, move on to Grand Cayman on Thursday, November 8th and finish up Friday, November 16th in Little Cayman

Cayman Island Pirates Week is the only event of its kind in the Caribbean region and is one of the biggest events in the Caymans celebrating island culture and pirate folklore.

The most popular festival event is the infamous pirate invasion where costumed pirates invade the islands from the sea in George Town Harbour, and capture the Governor. Other events include street dances, competitions, games, food festival, children’s fun day, teen dances, two parades, sporting events for all ages, spectacular fireworks displays, and even a doggie costume parade.

Visit the site for all the details on this family-friendly festival
www.piratesweekfestival.com

Nevis Triathlon
Nov 10, 2018

Swim, Cycle and Run in this world-class one-day event hosted by St Kitts-Nevis Triathlon Federation - and there's an award for each participant who finishes!

THE SWIM
The swim starts with a beach start and finishes in Charlestown, the capital of Nevis. The swim distance is 500 meters with one shorter swim for one lap, and swimmers doing the longer race will complete two laps.

THE BIKE
The 20-mile scenic bike course goes around the entire island of Nevis complete with challenging hills and fast descents. As with the above swim, race participants can choose one 20 mile lap or complete two 40 mile laps.

THE RUN
The 3-mile run is a mix of road trail and beach and winds through the center of Charlestown then into Bath Village. Once again participants have the choice of choosing to run or two laps.
https://www.booknevis.com/what-to-do/nevis-events/nevis-triathlon

Curacao Marathon
Nov 25, 2018

Image Credit: Curacao Marathon

The 5th edition of the KLM Curaçao Marathon and Half Marathon course will take runners along the beautiful waterfront of Curaçao, across the famous Queen Emma pontoon bridge (swinging old lady), and over the Juliana Bridge which is one of the highest bridges in the world.

This year's race is offering a new 5 KM Walk & Run, 10 KM Walk & Run, and the 9.7 KM Trail off-road run. The race finishes on the beach, and there's the famous "Pasta Party" for everyone to enjoy.
www.curacaomarathon.com

Happy Travels,
Linda

Enjoy Ocho Rios in Luxury Villa Style

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Ocho Rios, on the north coast of Jamaica

A favorite among vacationers with its beautiful beaches, rainforests, rivers,

and the famous Dunn's River Falls.

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Other fun activities: River Rapids along the Rio Bueno river or for more adventure take the state-of-the-art chairlift which soars 700 feet above the trees to the top of Mystic Mountain or opt to take a bobsled down the mountain. And no visit is complete without a visit to the Blue Hole which is known for its perfect color water, cliff-jumping, and rope swinging.

While there is plenty to experience in Ocho Rios, you will love spending your downtime here at this beachfront luxury villa. . .

This lovely luxury 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath beachfront villa is staffed with a cook, housekeeper, and laundress along with security.

The beachfront property is set on three acres and features a 45 ft private pool, hot tub, and tennis court. The inside and outside dining areas can seat up to 10 people

Other amenities include complimentary wifi, computer, printer, iPhone dock, and a sound system.

Weekly rental starts at $7,700 and this rate can be divided by the number of travelers as villas charge by the night, not by the person.

Visit the site for more info on this luxury properties and hundreds of others throughout the Caribbean and around the globe.

Happy Travels,
Linda

Big Savings - Breezes All Inclusive Autumn Sale

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Received the Autumn Sale offer from Breezes Bahamas this morning

Save 45% and EVEN MORE SAVINGS now through Oct 31, 2018. Book before the end of October and the discounted rates start at just $113.

Now if your travel plans are for November and December the 45% Autumn Sale savings still continue through the Winter Season when rates go up. Nov and Dec sale rates continue through Jan 2, 2019.

This a great offer, but I also found additional savings on the site!

There's an even better deal for October travel where you can save 58% off during the Not-So-Very Scary savings event! To qualify for the savings book now and travel between October 28 and Nov 3, 2018. I've included links for all the specials at the end of this post.

Here's what is included at Breezes Bahamas?
All-inclusive package includes all meals in a variety of restaurants, unlimited drinks including cocktails & wine, land & water activates like sailing, kayaks, rock climbing, tennis and more, live nightly entertainment, FREE WiFi and no tipping is ever allowed!

Breezes Bahamas commands a pristine stretch of the powder white sands of Cable Beach - Nassau's Best!

Resort Features:

Located next to the Caribbean's largest casino with private pedestrian walkway & shuttle service
5 Restaurants
4 Bars including a swim-up bar
3 Freshwater Pools
Land & Water Sports
Daily activities & live nightly entertainment
And so much more

Here's the link to the all-inclusive Autumn Sale for 45% off during Oct-Dec
http://www.breezes.com/autumn-sale-2018.html

Link for 58% off Not-So-Very Scary savings event between October 28 and Nov 3, 2018. http://www.breezes.com/scary-deal.html

Happy Travels,
Linda

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2018 BVI Food Fete Schedule

2018-10-07T18:42:00.001-05:00

The BVI Food Fete is a month-long celebration of culinary flavor spread across a variety of unique island locations along the beautiful shores of the British Virgin Islands including Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, and Cooper Island.

Drink at all the best watering holes in the BVI!

The bar crawls start on Jost Van Dyke, then moves on to Virgin Gorda, and then on to Anegada with a “Lobster Crawl” - and this year a new bar crawl is currently being planned on Tortola. Bar crawl dates for each island are listed below.

Here's the current schedule:

Taste of the BVI, Tortola
Nov 3, 2018
Taking place at Queen Elizabeth II Park. All the best restaurants in one place - go to every booth and sample their $3.00 specialty dishes and more.

2nd Annual Jost Van Dyke Pork Festival
Nov 10 – Nov 11, 2018
All pork dishes - you name it, it will be available. Participating restaurants will include Foxy’s (both locations), Soggy Dollar Bar, Hendo’s, Corsairs and more.

Jost Van Dyke Bar Crawl
Drinks, Food Specials, and Games at each stop

Nov 11, 2018

6th Annual Taste of the BVI, Virgin Gorda
Nov 17, 2018
Night of sensational jazz, scrumptious tastings, chef displays, and foodie photo booth at the historic Nail Bay Sugar Works ruins

On the Rocks Bar Crawl in Virgin Gorda
Nov 17, 2018
Adult Fun

Cooper Island Rum Festival
Nov 18, 2018

Spend the day at Cooper Island Beach Club and enjoy Rum, Beach, Rum, Food, Music and more Rum! Signature rums from around the world will be featured.

Anegada Lobster Bar Crawl
Nov 23, 2018

Anegada Lobster Festival

Nov 24 – Nov 25, 2018
This is now an international culinary event! Sample Anegada’s famous Spiny Lobster, prepared and plated by some of the BVI’s best cooks at participating Anegada restaurants.

More details at www.bvifoodfete.com

And if all the culinary goodness wasn't enough, there's one more event in November!

Necker Cup

Nov 24 – Nov 29, 2018

A six-day/five-night, all-inclusive world-class Pro-Am Tennis Event that takes place on Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island in the British Virgin Islands.

https://neckercup.com/

Happy Travels,

Linda

Check out festivals and events post for October 2018

While the summer festival season in the Caribbean is over, there's a variety of unique festivals all over the region in the Fall and Winter months.

Dominica Eating To Live Yoga Adventure Retreat

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Join Chef Freda Gore on a culinary vacation to remember on the

Caribbean's Nature Island

January 25th-31st, 2019

Caribbean Culinary Tours and Vacations creates authentic Caribbean experiences

with Culinary and Cultural Immersion Tours, Cruises, Vacations and Retreats on the islands of

Antigua, Barbados, Belize, Cuba, Dominica, Jamaica, St Kitts/ Nevis, St Lucia,

St Croix, Puerto Rico, and Grenada.

Photo Credits: http://embracedominica.com/

Dominica (pronounced Dom-in-eek-a) sits midway along the Eastern Caribbean archipelago, just a few miles from Martinique to the south and Guadeloupe to the north.

The island’s official name is the Commonwealth of Dominica,

which is mostly referenced in official communication to distinguish the island from its northerly Caribbean sister, the Dominican Republic.

Accommodations for the 7 days, 6 nights culinary tour will be at a local private island villa. A full range of activities are included in this culinary retreat, and there are other optional activities available. Itinerary Highlights

Accommodation at one of our local private villas
Victoria Falls Hike
Cooking Lessons
Yoga Classes
Nature Walking Tour & Birdwatching
Local Island Excursion
Beach Picnic
Rum and Market Tour
Snorkeling Excursion
Whale and Dolphin Watching
Spa Treatments

Visit the site for more info, and stay tuned for new weekend culinary tours to be announced soon. Caribbean Culinary Vacations
Happy Travels, Linda

Pure Grenada Dive Fest 2018

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2nd Annual Pure Grenada Dive Fest

October 3 - 6, 2018

The island of Grenada, home of the world’s first Underwater Sculpture Park and the Caribbean’s largest wreck dive, the Bianca C, will host an amazing undersea world party with the second annual Pure Grenada Dive Fest.

The four-day event is hosted by the Grenada Scuba Diving Association (GSDA) and during the event dive shops in Grenada and Carriacou will put on a number of activities for divers of all skill levels - beginner, an expert or intermediate level diver, .

Grenada’s coast is a haven for seahorses, turtles, sharks and rays due to the warm waters and healthy coral reef systems and sponges. Divers and underwater photographers have the opportunity to see a plethora of species of fish and marine creatures in the islands’ waters.

The schedule for the festival is shown below:

Oct 3rd Reef Diving

Start of the photo competition
Launch party in Carriacou, which is known as the Isle of Reefs.

Oct 4th Wreck Diving
Discover scuba diving for beginners in the pool with optional shore dive, and the opportunity for certified divers to explore some of the islands’ 14 wreck dives including the newest, M/V Anina.

Oct 5th Project aware dive against debris
Outreach school presentations
Movie under the stars in Grenada

Oct 6th Invasive lionfish eradication diving
Photo competition awards
Final party in Grenada with lionfish dinner photographers will be awarded for their underwater photos.
http://www.grenadagrenadines.com/

View Previous Festival Posts:

Just in case you missed the previous posts on Caribbean festivals for the month of October 2018

Aruba is showcasing more than 60 local restaurants for Restaurant Month

(6) festivals around the region including the islands of Barbados, Carriacou, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and St Lucia.

Happy Travels,
Linda

Wide Variety of Caribean Festivals Coming in October 2018

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While the summer festival season in the Caribbean is over, there's a variety of unique festivals all over the region in the Fall and Winter months.

St Lucia Arts & Heritage Month
Oct 1 - 31, 2018

Photo Credit: StLucia.org

The annual event is the start of Creole Heritage Month in October and the end of St Lucia’s Summer of Festivals. This year will showcase local entertainment featuring the best in Steel Pan, Folk Music, Soca, and the ever popular Dennery Segment. Other festival activities include theatrical performances, seminars and lectures, varied culinary experiences, and street parties and with art exhibitions.
https://www.stlucia.org/summerfestival/arts-heritage-festival/

Barbados Food & Rum Festival
October 18th – October 21st, 2018

Discover why Barbados is often referred to as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, and experience life in the birthplace of rum. Barbados Mount Gay distillery - founded in 1703 - is believed to produce the oldest rum found anywhere in the world.

The Food & Rum fest is in the 9th year, and has proven to be one of the most premier festivals on the island! The Barbados Sugar and Rum Season tells the story of sugar and rum with distillery tours, rum tours of Bridgetown, dinners at plantation great houses, sugar and rum-themed cooking classes, chocolate making classes, lectures on the rich history of sugar and rum in Barbados, mixology road shows and displays of chocolate diamonds.

Visit the site for the full event calendar and participating celebrity chefs
www.foodandrum.com

4th Annual Jamaica Food & Drink Festival
Oct 20 - Oct 28, 2018

Photo Credit: Make It Jamaica

Jamaica’s most talented chefs, wine and spirit experts (approx 50) come together in the capital Kingston for 9 days and 7 very different culinary experiences. This look like an amazing foodie travel event!

Oct 20 - The festival kicks off with Pork Palooza and features all things pork
Oct 21 - Wine tasting & food
Oct 24 - Chopstix - (Oriental with a Twist) East Meets West with Oriental and Caribbean Flavors
Oct 25 - Crisp - Who doesn’t love the perfect crunch? Juicy pan-fried tenderloin, crispy chicken, fresh salads and ice cold beer
Oct 26 - Picante - The Ultimate Spicy Food Fest! Beware, not for the faint of tongue.
Oct 27 - Meet Street & The Market - Jamaican street food at its best featuring some of the island’s favorite restaurants and food trucks
Oct 28 - Brunch

http://jafoodanddrink.com/

Dominican Republic Jazz Festival 2018

Show dates and locations:
October 26 – Santiago
November 1 – Sosua
November 2 – Puerto Plata
November 3 & 4 – Cabarete

All Dominican Republic Jazz Festival shows are free and open to the public, with VIP tickets and priority seating available for purchase.
https://www.drjazzfestival.com

Dominica World Creole Music Festival 2018
Oct 26 – Oct 28, 2018

The Caribbean's Nature Island suffered a devastating blow from last years hurricanes, and it's great to see this popular annual festival is back on the calendar.

This unique event offers music from the Caribbean, French Antilles, Africa and North America with music genres from the Creole-speaking world such as Cadence-lypso, Kompa, Zouk, Soukous, Bouyon, and Zydeco.
www.dominicafestivals.com

Carriacou Corn Festival
October 28, 2018

Corn is indigenous to Carriacou, and this family-friendly festival explores a variety of ways to prepare it including corn soup, cornbread, roasted corn and lots more.

The location is Footprint Behind Sands, and activities include Quadrille dance performances, string & steel band music, domino competitions, and lots of fun activities for children.

If you are not familiar with Carriacou it is a part of the (3) island nation of Grenada and includes Petite Martinique along with a number of other tiny cays and islets.

Geographically the Grenadines consist of islands to the north that are part of St Vincent & the Grenadines, however, these particular Grenadine islands and cays are part of Grenada, and are known as Grenada's Grenadines. Carriacou and Petite Martinique are very popular with day trips when visiting the island of Grenada.

Head over to Grenada's official site to learn more about Grenada and these Grenadine islands. http://www.grenadagrenadines.com/

Just in case you missed the previous posts on Caribbean festivals for the month of October 2018

Aruba known as "One Happy Island" is showcasing more than 60 local restaurants - no advance tickets needed
https://www.travel2thecaribbeanblog.com/2018/09/aruba-restaurant-month-2018.html

Happy Travels,
Linda

Aruba Restaurant Month 2018

2018-09-22T22:17:00.000-05:00

The One Happy Island invites you to explore its

culinary heritage with locally inspired dishes

October 1- 31, 2018

Explore Aruba's Finest Dining

Participating restaurants offer lunches for just $15 and dinners for $30 to $40. You can reserve your table now for your favorite participating restaurant! No passes, tickets or vouchers are required.

Featured Restaurants

Red Fish
High-quality seafood at an affordable price in a casual setting. Owned and founded by Local Fisherman "Herby Meryweather" also the founder of World Famous Driftwood Restaurant.

Las Ramblas

Cozy romantic and unique dining experience overlooking Eagle Beach. Menu includes authentic Spanish tapas, seafood, USDA choice meats on the grill.

There are more than 65 island restaurants signed up for this annual culinary event, click the link below to view all participating restaurants
http://restaurantweek.aruba.com/search

Happy Travels,
Linda

Caribbean Hide Tides & Good Vibes Sale

2018-09-12T09:00:00.000-05:00

Divi Resorts is offering 30% off their Caribbean properties in

Aruba, Bonaire, Barbados and St Maarten.

The 30% off deal is available runs through September 30th, 2018

for travel through December 20, 2019.

With rates as low as $155 per night (room only) and $178 per person, per night (all-inclusive), and roundtrip flight deals starting at just $231 from FLL (Fort Lauderdale), now is the perfect time to book fall and winter Caribbean travel.

Divi Update from St Maarten
After last years hurricane damage Divi Little Bay has been completely renovated, refreshed and refurbished with many new and exciting amenities.

Divi Little Bay St Maarten
Room Only from $169 per night - All Inclusive from $195 per night

Divi Little Bay in St Maarten is nestled on its own private peninsula and features completely refreshed units, updated Seabreeze and Infinity Pools, Fort Amsterdam Cafe (formerly Bayview Café) with gourmet coffee and a new menu, new chairs and areas to relax at the pools and beach, new furniture for Gizmo’s Bar & Grill, a restored dock where boat trips have resumed, brand new restaurant menus and upgraded landscaping and lighting throughout the resort.

Divi Southwinds Barbados - Room Only from $135 per night

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino Bonaire

Room Only from $155 per night - All Inclusive from $178 per night

Three other Divi Aruba properties are also offering the 30% off deal, and more info on all the properties can be found at the link below.
http://www.diviresorts.com/caribbean-promotion.htm

Happy Travels,
Linda

Read Terms & Conditions:
Discount based on rack pricing. All-inclusive rates based on double occupancy. Taxes & services charge NOT included, except for All-Inclusive packages.

A 3-night minimum stay is required for All-Inclusive packages. No maximum night stay is required. Restrictions & blackout dates apply. Full payment is required at time of reservation. Cancellations must be received at least 7 days prior to arrival for refund. Offer valid on new reservations booked at a nightly rate only. Offer not valid on timeshare reservations. Cannot be combined with any other Divi special offer or discounted rate.

Daydreaming About A Luxury Vacation? Make It A Reality!

2018-09-09T20:58:00.001-05:00

When was the last time you had a really incredible vacation?

You've seen the images all over social media of luxury properties with awesome infinity pools, beautifully furnished living spaces with verandahs and terraces offering breathtaking sunsets and oceanfront views.

The first thought that comes to mind for many potential travelers is wishing they could afford to vacation like the rich and famous.

The truth is you don't need to spend a fortune to make a luxury vacation a reality. There is a cheaper option, and you owe it to yourself to discover the secret of luxury group travel.

Your group can consist of family members or a group of your best friends. Rather than paying the cost of individual rooms, why not rent a luxury villa that can accommodate up to 8 or more travelers.

The nightly cost will always be per night - not per person, and some villas include a cook for daily meals. A large villa property gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy time together, have your own bedroom and private bath, along with finding your own solitary spot.

At the end of this post, a link will be included for a choice of villas around the globe in all price ranges. Since this blog is all about the Caribbean, let's start off with villas in Barbados, one of my favorite travel destinations. I don't say "favorite" lightly as I have traveled there over 15 times, and will return again!

The first villa is located just a few feet away from the calm Caribbean waters of popular Mullins Beach on Barbados West Coast.

All property photos courtesy of Top Villas

With 3 bedrooms featuring king size beds and 3 en-suite bathrooms, there is enough space to sleep up to 6 guests very comfortably.

The villa comes fully staffed with a cook/housekeeper who will prepare 2 consecutive meals per day, and you have the choice as to whether its breakfast & lunch or lunch & dinner. Click here for more photos, all amenities, and pricing for this property

The second villa property featured today is on Gibbs Beach,

and it is also located on Barbados West Coast.

This would be the perfect property for a multi-generation family vacation with grandparents and a couple of extra family members.

It features an open-plan living area, a traditional dining area, and outside is a private pool, beach shower, alfresco dining area, sun loungers, and direct access onto Gibbs Beach.

This 4 bedroom/4.5 bathroom (1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds)
villa home has enough space to sleep up to 8 guests. The villa also comes fully staffed with a housekeeper, cook, housekeeper, laundress and a bartender/waiter.
Click here for more photos, amenities, and pricing for this property

Over 700 more Caribbean villas on the islands of Anguilla, Antigua, Jamaica, St Kitts, and Nevis, St Barts, St Lucia, Turks and Caicos, and The Virgin Islands

HappyTravels,

Linda

Affiliate links included in this blog post

Caribbean Island Hopping Private Yacht Style

2018-09-04T11:14:00.001-05:00

See the world from a new perspective

All images courtesy of Windstar Cruises

Small ship luxury cruises feel like you are on your own private yacht. With less than 300 guests, Windstar's yachts are small enough to reach places other ships cannot go.

Windstar Cruises offer a personalized approach bringing you closer to each destination and every port so you can see the world from new perspectives. The elegant 148 - 310 passenger ships are intimate, and guests experience incredible personal service.

Welcome to a new kind of cruising. The kind that gets you closer to the kind of authentic and unforgettable experiences that you travel to find in the first place.

Cruises with carefully curated onboard lecturers who deepen and enhance your day’s experience with a local perspective. Cruises that banish cliché, toss aside regimen and provide the freedom to spend time as you prefer. Cruises with unfailing personal and attentive service that always anticipates your wishes.

Here a just a few of the Caribbean sailings offered by Windstar

CARIBBEAN TREASURES - 7 Days
Begin and end your cruise journey in the Caribbean where no two days are alike.
St Maarten to Bridgetown, Barbados. Sail from St Maarten to Road Bay Anguilla, St John Antigua, Little Bay Montserrat, Rosseau Dominica, Pigeon Island St Lucia, St. George's Grenada, and debark at Bridgetown, Barbados.

YACHTSMAN'S CARIBBEAN - 7 Days
Sail into hidden coves and tiny harbors no one else can reach as you fully experience the Caribbean’s private yachting scene. Leaves from Philipsburg, St Maarten; Antigua; (3) days in the British Virgin Islands visiting Soper's Hole - Jost Van Dyke, and Virgin Gorda; St Barths, and return to St Maarten.

GEMS OF THE LEEWARD ISLANDS - 10 Days
With 10 days instead of the usual 7, you have time to take the full measure of this most iconic parts of the Caribbean. Leaves San Juan and head to St Barth's; Antigua; Guadeloupe; St Lucia; Grenada. The Grenadines (Bequia); Martinique and returns to San Juan.

DUTCH TREATS STEEL DRUM BEATS
St Maarten to Colón - 11 Days
Dutch treats, Spanish treasures, French St Barts and the world famous Baths highlight this trip through the Southern Caribbean. Sail from St Maarten to Gustavia St Barts, Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, Kralendijk Bonaire, Willemstad Curacao, Oranjestad Aruba, Cartegena Columbia and debark in Colón Panama.

STAR COLLECTOR: CARIBBEAN & PANAMANIAN PARADISE
Bridgetown to Puerto Caldera - 18 Days
A Caribbean beach escape, a historic Panama Canal transit, and a Costa Rican rainforest adventure! Sail from Bridgetown, Barbados to Bequia and Mayreau in The Grenadines, St. George's Grenada, Kralendijk Bonaire, Oranjestad Aruba, Cartegena Columbia, Colón Panama, Pearl Islands off the coast of Panama, and enjoy Isla Parida- Golfo Dulce and Quepos Puerto Caldera all in Costa Rica.

These are just a few of the un-ordinary small ship cruises offered by Windstar. Visit the site to view all, and get more info.
https://www.windstarcruises.com/destinations/caribbean/

Scan a complete list of Windstar cruises for early-bird discounts or last-minute markdowns, and use the Find A Bargain search tool.
https://windstar.cruiselines.com/

Also check out this Tahiti special which includes

cruise, airfare, and hotel!

If you haven’t seen one Tahitian island, let alone six, now is your perfect opportunity aboard a luxury sailing yacht.

https://www.windstarcruises.com/tahiti-air-included/

Happy Sailing.

Linda

Jamaica Private Food Rum and Cultural Discovery Retreat

2018-08-29T17:31:00.001-05:00

Jamaica Private Food Rum and Cultural Discovery Retreat

September 24-30, 2018

One of my favorite Caribbean Chef's Freda Gore is hosting a Jamaica Private Food Rum and Cultural Discovery Retreat at the Luxurious Tryall Villas in Montego Bay.

Freda's company, Caribbean Culinary Tours, and Vacations specializes in Culinary Vacations to the Caribbean Islands of Antigua, Jamaica, Dominica, Barbados, and St Lucia.

Tryall Villas

Jamaica Culinary Food, Rum and Culture Adventure Tour Highlights

Rum Distillery & Market tours
Spa Treatments/ Massages
Countryside Excursions
Local Chef Visit
Horse Back Riding Tour
Hands-on Cooking Lessons
Local Cruise & Snorkeling
Music Night

Eat and drink your way through the tropical delights of Jamaica, while learning the art of making authentic Jamaican dishes like world renowned jerk chicken and pork, stewed oxtail, and rice and beans.

Just received word that you can now save 35% on this luxury culinary retreat! The discounted price is $2600 per person/double occupancy.

Vacation package includes:

Accommodations at the Tryall’s Villas in Montego Bay
All meals
Local excursions
Spa treatments
Cooking lessons
Local cruise
Airport transfers
Local taxes

For more detail and a full itinerary visit the website

Happy Travels,
Linda

All Inclusive Sale in Caribbean, Mexico and More

2018-08-27T22:07:00.000-05:00

Enjoy fantastic 24-hour all-inclusive vacations at locations throughout Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America.

RIU offers fun for all ages with a wide variety of activities including non-motorized water sports, spacious accommodations with in-room minibars and more.

Indulge yourself with a variety of culinary options at our specialty restaurants, swim in crystalline pools with swim-up bars and outdoor whirlpools, while your kids enjoy the RiuLand kids club entertainment program, all included.

Get $100 off through September 5, 2018*

All travel must be completed on or before April 30, 2019,

in order for the promotion to apply.

Ok, here's the deal

Book a flight + hotel package that includes select RIU properties** (5+ nights)
Travel between now and April 30, 2019
Check out using promo code RIU100
Use your eligible American Airlines AAdvantage® credit card to earn more miles for every $1 you spend

I've included direct links to a few of the properties offers in this deal, however, you must use the American Airlines link and promo code for these offers.

Jamaica - Riu Ocho Rios

Beachfront location in Mammee Bay surrounded by thick woods and waterfalls.

Visit the site

Use American Airlines site to book this deal

Aruba - Riu Palace Aruba

This impressive 24-hour all-inclusive property is located directly on Palm Beach.

Visit the site

Use American Airlines site to book this deal

Paradise Island, Bahamas - Riu Palace Paradise Island

Hotel Riu Palace Paradise Island with 24 hour all inclusive service is for adults only and located on an impressive white-sand beach on Paradise Island, in the Bahamas.

Visit the site

Use American Airlines site to book this deal

Riu Tequila - Playa del Carmen, Mexico

The Hotel Riu Tequila, in Playa del Carmen offers 400 rooms, 24 hour all inclusive service, and is just half a mile from the beach.

Visit the site

Use American Airlines site to book this deal

PLEASE NOTE
*To receive offer, purchase a vacation package by September 5, 2018. You must use promo code RIU100 in order to receive the discount. Package must include round-trip flights. Offer is valid for new reservations made during the promotional booking period. Offer is not valid for RIU Plaza Hotels.

All travel must be completed on or before April 30, 2019, in order for the promotion to apply. Blackout dates include September 3, November 22, December 25 and December 31, 2018.

MORE LOCATIONS:
Offer valid at the following RIU properties:
RIU Montego Bay, RIU Palace Tropical Bay, RIU Ocho Rios, RIU Reggae, RIU Palace Jamaica, RIU Negril, RIU Bambu, RIU Palace Bavaro, RIU Naiboa, RIU Palace Macao, RIU Republica, RIU Palace Punta Cana, RIU Palace Paradise Island, RIU Palace Antillas, RIU Palace Aruba, RIU Cancun, RIU Palace Las Americas, RIU Caribe, RIU Palace Peninsula, RIU Dunamar, Riu Palace Costa Mujeres, RIU Tequila, RIU Palace Riviera Maya, RIU Yucatan, RIU Palace Mexico, RIU Playacar, RIU Emerald Bay, RIU Jalisco, RIU Palace Pacifico, RIU Vallarta, RIU Palace Cabo San Lucas, RIU Santa Fe, Riu Palace Baja California, RIU Guanacaste, RIU Palace Costa Rica and RIU Playa Blanca.

Happy Travels,
Linda

New Luxury On The Island In The Clouds

2018-08-20T00:41:00.001-05:00

The Liming, a new luxury hotel will open in November on the island of

Bequia in St. Vincent & the Grenadines.

Property photos courtesy of The Liming

This island is my favorite home base when visiting the Grenadines!

As part of the Grenadines archipelago, the island of Bequia is often considered the most beautiful, with its reputation as the real, authentic Caribbean.

Bequia (pronounced Bek-way), is derived from the Carib word Becouya meaning 'Island of the Clouds', and it is the second largest island in the Grenadines. Reached by air or sea, Bequia’s closest connecting islands are St Vincent, Barbados, and St Lucia.

The Liming Hotel is aptly named. In the Caribbean "liming" is a word used to describe hanging out or relaxing somewhere with others. The hotel's concept is to introduce the philosophy that doing nothing is an art-form and provide guests with the freedom to just be and enjoy the serenity of nature.

This new luxury property offers nine exquisitely designed private villas with, one, two, four and five-bedroom options.

Special Opening Offer - Enjoy Liming for Longer

Be one of the first people to experience Bequia's newest and most exciting luxury hotel. Stay for 7 nights and pay only for 5 OR Stay for 4 nights and pay only for 3

Guests can opt to dine at the hotel’s exclusive restaurant set above the roof of the Caribbean Sea. If you prefer the dining experience need not be confined to the restaurant and can be served privately within each villa.

No trip to Bequia would be complete without sailing the beautiful islands of the Grenadines. I've taken several trips on the historic trading Schooner Friendship Rose. She's a beauty!

Photo courtesy of The Friendship Rose

The crew will ensure that you will have a memorable sail to the Caribbean's best pristine beaches in the Tobago Cays, and the private island of Mustique. http://www.friendshiprose.com/

Find out all this new luxury property has to offer
https://thelimingbequia.com/

http://www.bequiatourism.com/

Happy Travels,
Linda

Caribbean Christmas in Turks and Caicos

2018-08-05T08:00:00.000-05:00

Yes, Christmas is just (5) months away!

All photos courtesy of East Bay Resort

Make plans this year to spend the holidays enjoying quality time together on the beautiful Caribbean island of South Caicos.

Go on leisurely beach walks, scuba dive or snorkel and explore the underwater aquarium, burn off Christmas cookie calories in the gym or on the tennis courts, stay fit with non-motorized watersports equipment, and end each day taking in a spectacular sunset and starlit sky from the privacy of your suite's balcony overlooking the beach.

East Bay Resort features 86 beachfront suites and 16 traditional rooms and are designed for guests seeking a private vacation with all the comforts of home.

The property is located on a two-mile long beach offering “private” beach experience, and the location is in close proximity to reefs for diving (can easily do two dives in one day).

See flamingoes in their natural habitat, historic windmills, wild donkeys and horses roaming freely and an incredible turquoise-colored Caribbean Sea.

There are no resort service fees at East Bay Resort!
Rates include a complimentary full breakfast daily, roundtrip transfers from South Caicos airport, use of tennis courts, bicycles and non-motorized watersports equipment, and free Wi-Fi. Free shuttle service is also offered to local grocery stores and restaurants.

Optional All Inclusive
East Bay Resort also offers an optional all-inclusive package which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, as well as beverages by the glass. Non-motorized activities are also part of the package and include the use of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, snorkeling equipment, and bicycles.

Dining
The onsite BLU Bar & Grill restaurant features an internationally inspired menu incorporating island flavors, along with showcasing the best locally caught seafood. Enjoy a casual lunch, light snacks, and tropical cocktails at Splash, the resorts swim up pool bar.

Ayur Spa
Spa therapist will help you choose the right massage treatment to soothe sore muscles or simply to unwind and enhance your vacation experience. Guests have the option of massage therapy in treatment rooms, the privacy of your own suite, or at the beach where you can listen to the soothing waves.

More travel specials to save $$'s before the holidays
Book by August 31, 2018, for travel December 21-31, 2018 and receive up to 45% off your stay! 5-night minimum stay, non-refundable.

Call 1-866-297-6248 and ask about additional perks (Complimentary One Hour Island or Boat Tour and 20% Off Select Spa Services at Ayur Spa) you will receive for free when you book direct.

View all travel specials offered by East Bay Resort
http://www.eastbayresort.com/specials-packages/

Happy Travels,
Linda

All-Inclusive Jamaica Super Summer Sale

2018-08-03T07:00:00.000-05:00

SUPER SUMMER SALE - SAVE UP TO 45%

Book by 08/31/2018 for stays through 1/1/2019

Escape to Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa and save up to 45% off your next all-inclusive getaway.

Experience unparalleled luxury, sweeping Caribbean Sea views, premium amenities and the pampering you deserve.

All stays include Butler Service, Roundtrip Airport Transfers and much more including:

Unlimited access to all restaurants, eateries and bars
Unlimited premium spirits, popular beers, and wines, plus room service
Kids Club with fun age-specific activities
Complimentary resort-wide Wi-Fi
Two outdoor pools and whirlpools
Beach and pool concierge service
Fitness center featuring LifeFitness® equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, and free weights
Non-motorized water sports

https://www.jewelgrande.com/specials

Happy Travels,

Linda

Breezes Bahamas Summer Savings Event

2018-08-01T09:55:00.001-05:00

When you start with the islands best beach

Everything else just falls into place . . .

Breezes Bahamas commands a pristine stretch

of the powder white sands of Cable Beach.

Book by Aug 31, 2018, for travel through Dec 19, 2018

Save 56% on All-Inclusive Beachfront Rooms

Rates start at just $114. Hurry - rooms will sell out fast.

The price you're quoted is the price you pay!

No Resort Fees - No Hidden Fees -

No Surcharges - No Tipping Allowed

What's included?
All-inclusive package includes all meals in a variety of (5) restaurants, unlimited drinks including cocktails & wine at (4) bars, land & water activates like sailing, kayaks, rock climbing, tennis and more, live nightly entertainment, complimentary WiFi, private pedestrian walkway & shuttle service for guests to visit the casino at Atlantis Paradise Island Resort, and much more!

Terms & Conditions: Guests must be 14 or older. NEW bookings only. Minimum stay required. All rates shown are per person, per night based on double occupancy (two guests in the room) and include all taxes and fees (including government-imposed VAT). Prices DO NOT include airfare.

http://www.breezes.com/special-offers.html

Happy Travels,
Linda