We recently published the top 10 most visited Caribbean islands based on data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization. On the list were primarily larger Caribbean islands that over the last three decades invested heavily in their tourism infrastructure with increased aviation capacity, new resorts, tour offerings, etc. and now are reaping the benefits. They account...
Top 10 Things To Do In Grenada, The Spice Island of the Caribbean
Grenada, the spice island of the Caribbean is a somewhat hidden gem when it comes to tourism as surprisingly only about 150,000 stay-over tourists visit each year! This figure is sure to go up as Grenada continues to be innovative with its Pure Grenada marketing campaign and has won some awards, most recently the Expedia...
The 10 Most Visited Caribbean Islands
Irresistible beaches, breath-taking landscapes and a cornucopia of vibrant cultures continue to woo 30+ millions of visitors to the Caribbean year after year. From luxury getaways to affordable adventure trips and festivals, each destination offers travelers its own unique culture and appeal. Here are the top 10 most visited Caribbean islands which account for nearly...
10 Facts About The Caribbean Region
During the media coverage of hurricanes Irma and Maria last September, it became apparent that many are not familiar with basic facts about the Caribbean region. Some consumers and even journalists were mispronouncing the country names, and others couldn’t distinguish one island from another and were confusing the Dominican Republic with Dominica and Barbados with...
Top 10 Things To Do In Nevis
Nevis, part of the St Kitts & Nevis Federation is one of the more charming and unspoiled islands in the Caribbean. Its relaxed atmosphere and lush green landscape make it ideal for outdoor and nature lovers; also those who want to experience a Caribbean destination that is not over-developed and showcases its rich history. With...
Top 10 Things To Do In St Kitts
The beautiful island of St Kitts has the distinction of being the first Caribbean island to be colonized by the British in 1623 and as such is known as the “mother colony of the West Indies.” Situated roughly 1,300 miles southeast of Miami, Florida with a land mass of 65 square miles, the island which...
Top 10 Things To Do in St Maarten
There’s no way to describe the sheer beauty and magic of St. Maarten. This breathtaking little 17-square-mile country is unique in many ways, and it’s not to be missed if you’re visiting the Caribbean. But before detailing top ten list of things to do in St Maarten, a bit of background about this beautiful Caribbean...
Top 10 Tourist Attractions in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is the undisputed most popular tourist destination in the Caribbean. The Dominican Republic which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti has on average 6.1 million people visiting for vacation. That is 2 million more than Cuba, the second most popular tourist destination in the Caribbean. So what are some of the...
Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Jamaica
Jamaica the birthplace of reggae is one of the more popular Caribbean destinations welcoming approximately 2 million visitors each year. The island is appealing not just for its beautiful beaches, but for its rich natural and people culture. Here are 10 attractions that visitors to the island should consider visiting. 1. Doctor’s Cave Beach, Montego...
Top 10 Caribbean Stay-Over Tourists & Cruise Destinations
Data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization – the trade organization whose main objective is the development of sustainable tourism for the economic and social benefit of Caribbean people – indicate that 25 million tourists visited the Caribbean region in 2013 spending approximately US$28.1 billion. Furthermore, the United States maintained its position as the main market...