Travel Forum / Destinations / Caribbean Islands / January 2004

I will be shortly traveling to several Caribbean island locations and expect
to have an opportunity to do some duty free shopping.  I hate shopping.  But
I also hate missing out on a exceptional bargain and like most travelers I
am expected to bring back a little "something" for ...

Due to the heavy rains of November, the Leeward Islands are facing a bumper
crop of mosquitoes.  All that extra rain made for lots of standing water,
prime breeding grounds for mosquitoes.  So for travel to Anguilla, Puerto
Rico, St. Martin, the USVI and BVI, etc., make sure you ...

I have checked the web sites and am now looking for some input from
people who have been to Aruba.  Looking to go in September.  We like
quiet, relaxed, on beach, away from people.  We like to hike trails.
Go to scenic places.  We are not big nightlife people.  Thanks for any

Whats the cheapest package holiday to Barbados in August?

Going to barbados next week and I am unsure what to take...1 person says US
dollars, another says Barbados dollars....anyone been there recently and
have any advice?
Thanks.

My wife and I are considering a vacation to St.Thomas, possibly in
March. Is St. Thomas popular with spring breakers? We would like to
avoid that which is why we rulled out other Caribbean/Mexican
destinations. Thanks in advance.

Hi everyone, I just returned from the beautiful island of Bonaire where the
snorkeling was great and the scenery was breathtaking! I have a complete
trip report with tons of photos on my website at http://tracipick.tripod.com
, or search for NBH Travel Journal in any search engine. ...

My husband and i are thinking about booking a holiday to the maldives next
february has anyone been and can tell me what to expect?
Cheers
Elizabeth

Hello World,
 I've been reading many posts in this newsgroup on the subject of
island hopping the Caribbean. Most of the posts were from the past and
I thought that I might just bring the subject back up to see if

Has anyone had experience renting scooters or mopeds in Negril?  We
will be staying at the Couples Negril next week and think scooters
might be fun.  Any Cautions? Is it safe to venture out with another
couple? Can we leave them parked outside a market etc.? Any

We found a decent price for this place. My guess is that it is ultra low
end. Is it on the main beach.
Recommendations?

Has anyone been to this resort?
Any and all opinions are welcome.
Thanks

A group of us is going to Santo Domingo in February for thre Serie del
Caribe (Caribbean World Series).  It's our first visit to the
Dominican Republic. Can we expect a lot of rain that time of year? Can
we rely on public transportation, or should be plan on renting a car

Best thing about this article is the jpg of Montserrat from the air.
http://donwiss.com/pictures/Montserrat/0001.jpg

What company do you prefer? Thank you in advance.