Although now endangered, our Patois remains a living language in some communities and families. Patois is still spoken in Paramin, Cameron, Blanchisseuse, Toco, Arima, Valencia, Lopinot, Santa Cruz and Moruga, and a number of other communities, including wherever cocoa was grown. Do people in Trinidad speak Patois? In the 19th century, Patois became the lingua […]

After centuries of Spanish rule, Puerto Rico became a territory of the United States in 1898 and has been largely self-governing since the mid-20th century. It has a population of some 3.4 million people and a vibrant culture shaped by a mix of Spanish, United States and Afro-Caribbean influences. Is Puerto Rico older than the […]

Despite the frequent periods of drought the country faces each year, the National Water Commission (NWC) has found enough water each year to sell to ships which dock in Jamaica’s ports. What is the main export of Jamaica? The principal exports are aluminum and bauxite, which account for approximately one-third of export earnings; sugar, bananas, […]

Third World lost its political root and came to refer to economically poor and non-industrialized countries, as well as newly industrialized countries.Third World Countries 2021. Country Human Development Index 2021 Population Seychelles 0.797 98,908 Palau 0.798 18,169 Iran 0.798 85,028,759 Barbados 0.8 287,711 Is the Caribbean a Third World country? The Third World includes all […]

HIV/AIDS is undoubtedly the most critical health issue facing Barbados. What is the biggest problem in Barbados? Barbados is a democracy that regularly holds competitive elections and upholds civil liberties. Challenges include official corruption and a lack of government transparency, discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and related communities, violent crime, and poverty. Why is […]

Eastern cruises would take you to the outlying Caribbean islands, those closest to the open Atlantic. Cruises through the western Caribbean would include islands closer to the mainland US and Cuba, or Mexico. Which is better east or west Caribbean cruise? An Eastern Caribbean Cruise is Better if You… enjoy the beach and island hopping. […]

These fees are typically priced based on the square footage of your unit, and usually range from around $7-14 per square foot. For a 1200 sq ft condominium unit, expect to be between $8400 and $16,800 annually. What are included in the condominium fees? Q&A: What are included in a condo’s association fees? Regular upkeep […]

Most Jamaicans are Protestant.Jamaica also has a small Hindu population and small numbers of Muslims and Buddhists. There are some religious movements that combine elements of both Christianity and West African traditions. What are the four main religions in Jamaica? the colourful nature of religion in Jamaica Though more than 60% of the island’s population […]

16 Best Beaches in the Caribbean Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos. Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos. Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman. Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman. Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Island, Bahamas. Varadero Beach, Cuba. Trunk Bay, St. Shoal Bay, Anguilla. Flamenco Beach, Culebra, Puerto Rico. Magens Bay, St. Which Caribbean island has the best […]

What companies run services between Trinidad and Tobago and Güiria, Venezuela? Nauti Tours Guiria operates a ferry from Chaguaramas to Güiria once a week. Tickets cost $150 and the journey takes 2h. How far is Venezuela from Trinidad by boat? It is 7 miles (11 km) from the Venezuelan coast at its nearest point and […]

Yes, it is safe to drink tap water in Nassau, Bahamas. Although bottled water is accessible throughout the municipality.However, it may be safe to consume, the largest number of people still favor using bottled water for drinking only. Bottled water is available everywhere and cheap to buy. Is the water in Bahamas safe to drink? […]

In the city of Canefield, on the island of Dominica, 15 September, 2020 was marked in the history of meteorology as being the day with the highest temperature ever recorded: 35.7°C. What Caribbean island is the hottest? 1. Aruba. The Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba takes the top hottest spot in the Caribbean. How hot […]

South Jamaica (also commonly known as “The Southside”) is a residential neighborhood in the borough of Queens in New York City, located south of downtown Jamaica.South Jamaica, Queens. South Jamaica City New York City County/Borough Queens Community District Queens 12 Named for The Lenape word Yameco meaning “beaver” Is Queens and Jamaica Queens the same […]

‘Irie’ The Jamaican saying “irie” is often used to mean “everything is alright and fine.” Note that Jamaica has numerous variations when it comes to greeting someone. When someone asks “How are you feeling?” or “How yuh stay?” an appropriate response would be, “Mi irie.” What is a famous Jamaican saying? All the Proverbs. Finger […]

Slaves from Africa were probably first taken to Montserrat in large numbers in the 1660s. Their population grew to some 1,000 in 1678 and 7,000 in 1810, when they greatly outnumbered white settlers. Are Montserrat people black? Often referred to as the Black Irish, the people of Montserrat’s Irish heritage dates back to the 17th […]