Archive for August, 2006

Cruising with kids

August 15, 2006
By Ken

There is a nice roundup at MSNBC of kids activities offered by the many cruise lines sailing the Caribbean. The programs offered for children vary widely between cruise lines and even between ships in the same line, so it’s important to educate yourself if you plan on taking advantage of these services during your...
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Languages of the Caribbean

August 15, 2006
By Ken

A number of languages are spoken in the Caribbean, most of a European origin. You can get by just about anywhere with English, but it’s fun to explore the islands and hear the local languages. Anguilla: English Antigua: English Aruba: Dutch, Papiamento, English, Spanish, Castilian Bahamas: English Barbados: English Bermuda: English, Portuguese British Virgin Islands: English Cancun: Spanish, English. Cayman Brac: English Curacao: Dutch,...
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Considering Haiti

August 8, 2006
By Ken

Haiti doesn’t typically bring to mind images of a peaceful vacation spot. A South Florida travel business, however, is trying to convince vacationers to give the country a try. Recent news from Haiti does not promise relaxation: Gang violence and kidnappings have surged in the capital of the Western hemisphere’s poorest country. Belfort is asking travelers...
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Dutch-flavored Curacao

August 1, 2006
By Ken

Here’s a nice article looking at the many travel opportunities on Curacao. The island lies at the southern tip of the Lesser Antilles and features nearly 40 beaches of a silky white sand. Snorkling and diving is another huge draw for the island, with some great locations just a short swim from shore. There’s a...
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Eclectic Aruba

August 1, 2006
By Ken

The small island of Aruba offers a wide variety of diversions for visitors. From abandoned gold mines to white sand beaches to casino gambling, the tiny Dutch island has plenty to offer. Although this author has a lot of good things to say about the island, don’t get too excited about the natural...
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