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Top 5 Things to Do in the Lesser Antilles

Discover the top 10 must-see attractions and activities in the Lesser Antilles for an unforgettable Caribbean adventure!
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Top Things to Do in the Grenadines - Must-See Attractions & Activities

Explore the top things to do and see in the Grenadines and make the most of your trip!
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Top Things to Do in Bonaire

Discover the top 10 things to do in Bonaire for an unforgettable Caribbean adventure.
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Best Time to Visit the Lesser Antilles?

Get information about the dry versus wet season weather averages in Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados.
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Best Time to Visit Barbados

Barbados is a fantastic year-round destination to visit because it's continuously warm with temperatures ranging from 69 to 85 °F (18 - 30 °C) and welcoming to travelers- even during hurricane season to some extent. From December through April is widely considered the best time to visit Barbados, but it's also when the prices are at their height due to the influx of tourism in Barbados, especially in Bridgetown.
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Top cruise ports and things to do in Barbados

There are many popular destinations with plenty to do in Barbados, but Barbados’s capital and primary port, Bridgetown, stands above them all. Barbados offers glorious beaches, top-notch botanical gardens, a lot of old British Colonial architecture, and unique but accessible shops that some celebrities frequent. Take a trip to the various ports around Barbados, the more significant Caribbean, or combine your trip with a trip to Portugal - or even Spain!
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Windward Islands Weather

The Windward Islands have warm, comfortable temperatures throughout the year - except during hurricane season, depending on what island you're staying on.
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Leeward Islands Politics

The Leeward Islands, a geographical grouping with an essentially shared history, have developed over time into six separate nations. They have a common interest in tourism, and in economic and cultural advancement for their ethnically diverse but essentially harmonious populations.
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Virgin Islands Politics

A trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands has very tricky and confusing politics surrounding it. For example, The U.S. Virgin Islands are an unincorporated U.S. territory which means they have a say in Congress, but only in committees. It's both important and enlightening to understand the politics around the U.S. Islands, especially if you're from the U.S.
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Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados Wildlife

The Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados wildlife is all similar, but unique from many other places on Earth. This includes the mongoose, multiple species of tortoises and turtles, and many kinds of bats, frogs, toads, and of course, many species of fish.
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British Virgin Islands Wildlife

Wildlife in this locale consists primarily of reptiles, birds, and other small animals. The population includes various lizards, such as iguanas and geckos, as well as tortoise and a variety of tree frogs. Birds of the BVI include hummingbirds, doves, and falcons, along with numerous sea birds such as brown pelicans, flamingos, sea gulls, and …
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Windward Islands Geography

The Windward Islands in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean Islands forms the easternmost boundary of the Caribbean Sea. The Windward Islands are unique because they usually have mountainous or volcanic origins.
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The Cultural Side of a Virgin Islands Cruise

The Virgin Islands have a diverse mix of cultures, religions, and ethnicities. Read this article to learn all about these unique identities.
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Modern History of Barbados & Trinidad

Barbados was visited by both the Spanish and Portuguese, but claimed as a colony by Britain in 1625. Trinidad, as well as Tobago and other smaller islands, became part of the Spanish empire. Large numbers of English settlers arrived in Barbados in the 17th century to farm tobacco and cotton. The introduction of sugar cultivation from the middle of …
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British Virgin Islands Modern History

The 1800s brought about great changes in the British Virgin Islands, with the abolition of slavery in 1834 being a pivotal event. Although the local economy suffered a temporary blow, it recovered in a relatively short amount of time. To this day, the abolition is still a widely celebrated event, with festivals held in its honor each August. 1872 …
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Windward Islands Politics

The different islands in the Windward Island chain all have unique and diverse politics. For example Martinique citizens are French and represent themselves in the French senate while Dominica uses a parliamentary democracy with a head of state and prime minister.
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Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados Politics

The politics of Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados are very interesting. After 1966 Barbados got independence from the British. As a result Barbados has a British Parliament type democracy.
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British Virgin Islands Politics

The politics of the British Virgin Islands is a lot like England, they have a Parliament and multi-party democratic system. When traveling it's good to be familiar with the politics of your destination.
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Leeward Islands Weather

As long as you avoid the hurricane season during the latter half of the year, you'll enjoy pleasant tropical temperatures between 81°F and 95°F (27°C and 35°C) and bright sunny days that never seem to end.
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British Virgin Islands Weather

Learn about the average temperatures of the British Virgin Islands and when hurricane season is.
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Leeward Islands Cuisine

The varied cuisines that travelers enjoy while cruising the Leeward Islands reflect the diverse cultures from which they come, featuring a broad palate of seafood dishes drawing from local Caribbean and African, French, Dutch, British and Asian influences.
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Windward Islands Cuisine

Caribbean food is fairly similar throughout the multiple Windward Islands. Fish is a staple food while goat, beef, spicy chicken, and lamb are often served. Additionally, Caribbean cocktails are also extremely popular throughout the islands.
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Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados Cuisine

The Trinidad, Tobago, and Barbados cuisine is both unique and fantastic. The people of these countries love to eat okra, many types of fish, black-eyed peas, rice, and sweet potatoes.
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British Virgin Islands Cuisine

The British Islands cuisine is extremely unique, it has influences from all over the world. Learn about the origins of British Virgin Island cuisine and its influences.
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