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Does Antigua actually have 365 beaches?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

One thing that the beautiful islands of Antigua and Barbuda are famous for are their 365 beaches – one for each day of the year. Most of these can be found inside the warm and calm waters of the Caribbean sea and are all open to the public, so visitors are really spoiled for choice. […]

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Can you leave the resort in Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Tourists are allowed to leave their accommodation to go to any tourist attraction that has been certified as a COVID-19 Resilient licensed attraction by the Jamaica Tourist Board and is located within the “resilient corridor.” Can you go out of your resort in Jamaica? Jamaica travel restrictions currently prohibit tourists from traveling outside of approved […]

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Can you wear Bermuda shorts to work?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

But the shorts you wear for field days or fun activities are still generally not accepted—even Bermuda shorts, says Claire Bissot, managing director of CBIZ, an HR services provider. “Generally, shorts, flip-flops, sun dresses, and other beach or vacation apparel should be avoided at work,” she says. Is it appropriate to wear shorts to the […]

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What did the Spanish bring to Trinidad?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Food: There are many popular foods that are influenced by spanish heritage for example carambola, sapadilla, granadilla, cassava bread, sancocho or sancoche, and pastelles. What music did the Spanish bring to Trinidad? Parang Parang Stylistic origins Joropo, Jota, Venezuelan music, Latin American music, Spanish music, Trinidadian music Cultural origins Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago Fusion […]

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Do and don’ts in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

TEN DOS AND DON’TS FOR YOUR TRIP TO CUBA Do dress down. Wondering what to bring to Cuba? Do engage with the local population. Do bring enough cash. Don’t patronize luxury hotels. Do patronize paladares. Do bring back Cuban goods. Don’t take pictures of the military or police. Do immerse yourself in the amazing culture. […]

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What is the population of Barbados in 2021?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The current population of Barbados is 287,869 as of Sunday, November 28, 2021, based on Worldometer elaboration of the latest United Nations data. Barbados 2020 population is estimated at 287,375 people at mid year according to UN data. Barbados population is equivalent to 0% of the total world population. Is Barbados overpopulated? Barbados is the […]

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What do the locals eat in Dominican Republic?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Here are the 25 most popular traditional Dominican dishes: Mangú (Mashed Plantains) Los Tres Golpes (The Three Hits) La Bandera Dominicana (The Dominican Flag) Arroz Blanco (White Rice) Chenchén (Cracked Corn Pilaf) Tostones (Twice-Fried Plantains) Yaniqueques (Crispy Dominican Fritters) What is a typical food in the Dominican Republic? Must-try Dominican dishes Sancocho (7-Meat Stew) Mangú […]

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What Caribbean countries were colonized by the British?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The British West Indies (BWI) were the British territories in the West Indies: Anguilla, the Cayman Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands, Montserrat, the British Virgin Islands, Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Did the British colonize the Caribbean? British West Indian […]

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Is Grenada a good country?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Still relatively unspoiled, Grenada is a fantastic place to retire to if you are seeking a life under the sun, in one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean.In terms of health facilities, Grenada has one of the best health care systems in the Caribbean. Is Grenada a safe country? Grenada is assigned a […]

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Is St Lucia rich or poor?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Lucia – Poverty and wealth. There is little drastic poverty in St. Lucia, but there are clear differences between a wealthy minority, a comfortable middle class, and a poor lower class. With per capita income estimated at approximately US$4,000 in 1998, the island is one of the more prosperous in the Eastern Caribbean. Is Saint […]

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What is the drinking age in St Lucia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

16. Americas Country De jure Purchase age Saint Lucia 16 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 16 Trinidad and Tobago 18 Where is the drinking age 16? In Europe, the most average (median) alcohol minimum purchasing age is 18 years old. But some countries (Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Germany, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain) still set the minimum […]

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Is taking sand from Bermuda illegal?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Just remember to put it back! Taking sand off a Bermuda beach is illegal. If a sample of the sand, to keep, is what you are after, there are many souvenir shops that sell bottles filled with pink sand for only a few dollars. Is it illegal to take sand from the beach in Bermuda? […]

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How long was Christmas banned in Cuba?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Christmas was banned in Cuba from 1969 until 1998. The then Cuban leader, Fidel Castro, didn’t want any religious celebrations. Christmas was made a public holiday again in 1998 in honor of the Pope visiting the country. Why was Christmas in Cuba banned for 30 years? In 1969, Fidel Castro banned the people in his […]

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Is Bonaire part of the Schengen area?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Six Dutch territories in the Caribbean are outside the Schengen area as well, which are: BES islands – Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, Saba * Aruba** Can EU citizens live in Bonaire? European Dutch citizens, Dutch citizens from Curaçao, St. Maarten, Aruba, and US citizens may freely enter Bonaire for up to six months every twelve months. […]

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Which is better Jamaica or Barbados?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Jamaica is larger and has a distinct nightlife atmosphere. Barbados is far smaller and has an extremely friendly and welcoming mood. It is often deemed the ideal family-friendly spot because of its friendly locals. Is Barbados safer than Jamaica? Barbados is considerably safer that Jamaica. Is Barbados more expensive than Jamaica? Jamaica is a much […]

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