The culture of Trinidad and Tobago reflects the influence of South Asian, African, Amerindian, European, Chinese, American, and Arab cultures. The histories of Trinidad and Tobago are different. There are differences in the cultural influences which have shaped each island. Is Trinidad a diverse country? T&T is ethnically diverse, with around 70% of its people […]

Citizenship Perspective. Permanent Resident Card holders can only obtain Bahamian citizenship by naturalization. To do so, one must maintain permanent residency status for at least 10 years. Of those, a minimum of 6 years must be lived on the islands. The Bahamas does not recognize second citizenship. Can you buy Bahamian citizenship? The Bahamas does […]

How is St Lucia pronounced? Pronunciation (UK, US) IPA: /seɪnt ˈluː.ʃə/ Audio (US) (file) Rhymes: -uːʃə What does the word St Lucia mean? Saint Lucia is a sovereign island country in the eastern Caribbean Sea on the boundary with the Atlantic Ocean.One of the Windward Islands, Saint Lucia was named after Saint Lucy of Syracuse […]

Two Royalton-branded resorts have reopened in Saint Lucia: Royalton Saint Lucia and Hideaway at Royalton Saint Lucia. The all-inclusive Blue Diamond Resorts properties reopened after a “temporary closure,” according to parent company Sunwing. Why is Royalton St Lucia closed? Lucia Resort & Spa has closed its doors through March 31, according to an announcement from […]

The wet season in Grenada is from June to November every year. The dry season in Grenada can start from December, and usually ends around May. St. George’s, the capital of Grenada, experiences about 78 inches of rainfall annually, where about a monthly average of 8 and 10 inches falls in the months of June […]

Where are monkeys in Jamaica? Considering Jamaica is flush with forests and wildlife, it’s interesting to note there are no wild monkeys. You can find some in the zoo, but none roam free. It’s likely the breed died out as there are bone fragments and fossils that imply simian life on the island. Are there […]

Save Money — Aruba has a long history of being a bargain shopping destination, and jewelry prices are incredibly reasonable.Exceptional Quality — The quality of the designer jewelry found in Aruba is second to none, with gems and designs found in no other place in the world. What type of jewelry is Aruba known for? […]

1898. Spanish settlement of Puerto Rico began in the early 1500s shortly after the formation of the Spanish state in 1493 (continuing until 1898 as a colony of Spain) and continues to the present day.Immigration to Puerto Rico, 1800–1898. Business ownership / late 19th Century City / Municipality San Juan Catalans Majority How did Spain […]

Cruising is a great way to see many different places in a short time. Most visitors who come to Jamaica now-a-days do so by cruise. If the choice is going to Jamaica by cruise versus not going, then by all means take a cruise. But, if you have a choice, a stay in Jamaica will […]

Bunny Grant has the distinction of being the first Jamaican boxer to fight for a world title. He fought the American champion Eddie Perkins for the world junior welterweight boxing title at the National Stadium on April 18, 1964, but lost in a unanimous points decision. Who was the youngest boxer to win a world […]

Triggered by concerns about possible German use of the Dominican Republic as a base for attacks on the United States during World War I, the U.S. Government began a military occupation and administration of that country in 1916, which would last until 1924. Did the US take over Dominican Republic? The first United States occupation […]

The average high in Antigua is 31ºC in September so it’s perfect if you love the heat. Temperatures only drop to 25ºC at night so you won’t need to bring many warm clothes. The sea temperature’s 29ºC, so it’s lovely for swimming, while humidity’s very high. Is September a good time to go to Antigua? […]

The largest group of the Caribbean Islands were formed by volcanoes erupting from the ocean floor while many other islands broke off the North American continent millions of years ago. Several of the smaller islands are a result of coral buildup peeking through the ocean’s surface. What process formed many of the Caribbean islands? What […]

Following the war, U.S. forces occupied Cuba until 1902, when the United States allowed a new Cuban government to take full control of the state’s affairs. As a condition of independence, the United States forced Cuba to grant a continuing U.S. right to intervene on the island in accordance with the Platt Amendment. How was […]

At certain times of the year, jellyfish are found in the waters around Bermuda. They can cause a painful sting. Keep some meat tenderizer or ammonia in your beach kit to put on any injured areas. For severe cases, see your doctor or go to the hospital for observation and care. Is it safe to […]