Head to the west coast of Barbados where tranquil waves gently lap golden shores. Accommodation on the west coast tends to be more expensive than the south but there is something for every budget. We recommend staying in the Holetown area, where you’ll find stunning beaches and a wonderful boardwalk for strolling. What is the […]

The sophisticated international business hub provides strength to the international Real Estate opportunities and luxury property values in Bermuda compared to island nations elsewhere. Bermuda has been voted the “Best Island in the Caribbean/Atlantic” 18 times since 1994 by Condé Nast Traveler readers. What is the average price of a home in Bermuda? The number […]

The culture of Aruba, one of the many islands that make up the Caribbean, is an amalgamate of the various cultures that have occupied and lived on the island, including indigenous peoples of South America, descendants of African slaves, and Spanish and Dutch colonialists. What race is Aruba? Most of Aruba’s population is ethnically mixed, […]

Famous Jamaican Singers 1 Bob Marley. 5818. Famous As: Singer-Songwriter. 2 Sean Paul. 379. Famous As: Jamaican hip-hop artist. 3 Grace Jones. 2214. Famous As: Model. 4 Sean Kingston. 7329. Famous As: Singer-songwriter. 5 Damian Marley. 246. Famous As: Singer. 6 Vybz Kartel. 224. 7 Rita Marley. 174. 8 Cedella Marley. 258. Who is the […]

There are South Africans, like the writer Peter Abrahams, who has lived in the hills above the Jamaican capital Kingston for 58 years. There are Ghanaians, like Kodjoe “Benjie” Asamoah, owner of a gourmet catering business. But most of all, there are Nigerians – almost 5,000 of them calling Jamaica home. Are Jamaicans originally from […]

For security reasons, it is best to use the exchange services or withdraw from ATMs as you go along. Should I exchange money before going to Dominican Republic? Many establishments accept American dollars, but you will generally get a better rate when paying in pesos. You can buy pesos before you travel; don’t leave it […]

Montserrat. Montserrat. Despite its French-sounding name, Montserrat is actually part of Britain. The United Nations World Tourism Organization listed Montserrat as one of the least visited countries in the world, making it the least visited island in the Caribbean. Which Caribbean island has the least tourists? The 10 Least Visited Caribbean Islands Bermuda. Stay-Over Tourists: […]

There are no private beaches in Barbados; all beaches are public. Properties which front onto a beach may own the land to the high-water mark only. Are beaches in Barbados public? The island’s beaches are all open to the public — even those in front of the big resort hotels and private homes — and […]

everything is alright and fine. 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.” How do Jamaicans pronounce Irie? ahy-reeirie. […]

Dominican tourist visa for Nigerian nationals and permanent residents in Nigeria can be granted to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in Dominican Republic and whose sole objective of visiting Dominican Republic is for recreation, sightseeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives. Is Dominican visa free for Nigeria? Dominican Republic […]

Flying Boing 777 aircraft, the long-haul BA flights will depart London Gatwick at 12:20 p.m. to arrive at Hewanorra International at 5:15 p.m. (local times) on Wednesdays and then again on Saturdays to allow for better connections. What planes do BA fly to St Lucia? British Airways is one of the biggest airlines to the […]

The best time to visit Guadeloupe is from December to May, when the weather remains warm and dry and daily highs rest in the mid-80s. Though pleasant temperatures last year-round, August and September’s hurricane season can threaten your travel plans. Does Guadeloupe have a rainy season? Guadeloupe and its neighboring islands have two seasons rather […]

The Spanish West Indies or the Spanish Antilles (also known as “Las Antillas Occidentales” or simply “Las Antillas Españolas” in Spanish) were Spanish colonies in the Caribbean. What did the Caribbean used to be called? The West Indies Federation was a short-lived federation that existed from 3 January 1958 to 31 May 1962. It consisted […]

Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Jamaican Dollar 10 USD 1555.70000 JMD 20 USD 3111.40000 JMD 50 USD 7778.50000 JMD 100 USD 15557.00000 JMD How much is $1000 US in Jamaican dollars? Convert USD/JMD – Wise.Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Jamaican Dollar 1000 USD 155570.00000 JMD […]

Kingston Parish. Officially, the largest cities in Jamaica are: Kingston (Kingston Parish): 937,000. Portmore (Saint Catherine): 182,000. Spanish Town (Saint Catherine): 147,000. Which parish in Jamaica has the largest population? Saint Andrew is the top region by population size in Jamaica. As of 2017, population size in Saint Andrew was 572,146 thousands that accounts for […]