Travel Articles: Antigua

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.

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.

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.

Along with the Windward Islands, the small Leeward Islands form the Lesser Antilles on the eastern border of the Caribbean Sea. The geography of the Leeward Islands is comprised primarily by coral and volcanic islands. The soil on the coral islands is not well suited to agriculture, making these countries' primary economic engine tourism.

Caribbean cruise vacationing to the Leeward Islands. Explore more details about the Leeward Islands including modern history and cuisine in the region as you prepare for your Caribbean cruise.

In celebration of my partner's 40th birthday, we said goodbye to the negative temperatures of Idaho and headed out for Guatemala!

It’s Saturday and it seems everyone visits Antigua on the weekend. The streets teem with cars and motorbikes. Weekenders from Guatemala City mix with foreign tourists while local hawkers peddle their wares. Navigating the uneven sidewalks and cobblestone streets take skill but paying too much attention to one’s feet can result in a …