The Caribbean islands are home to a wide array of distinctive and delicious dishes, each bursting with flavor that comes from local ingredients. One of the most well-known and iconic flavors in the Caribbean is jerk seasoning. What is it? The quick answer is, Caribbean jerk seasoning is a mix of spices that vary from place … Read more
Picture being on a white sandy beach, staring at a turquoise blue ocean while drinking an ice-cold beer; it sounds like paradise, right? This could be you almost anywhere in the Caribbean, but what beer will be in your hand? Every Caribbean island and country has a beer that people love. From the light, crisp … Read more
On any vacation to the Caribbean, one of the top attractions is the food. These islands boast some of the most delicious dishes in the world. The cuisine in this area is influenced by a huge range of different cultures, including Indian, Asian, Spanish, British, African, Dutch, French, and American, all of which come together … Read more
We love Virgin Voyages and one of the reasons why is the way they handle drink packages. At the same time, we know this won’t be the best choice for other people who are big drinkers. When you are cruising on one of the other large cruise lines, there are usually several drink packages with … Read more
Despite what the name may imply, festival Jamaican food is not served just at festivals! A real Jamaican classic, festival Jamaican food is the festival dumpling, which is a sweet and versatile treat that is great to eat whenever you want, with whatever you want! Let’s take a look at what exactly a festival dumpling … Read more
Food’s such an important part of the travel experience. Not only is it a way of learning more about a culture, but through the ingredients and methods used it’s a chance to find out about the country’s history and traditions too. The Caribbean region is a fusion of many different cuisines including African, Amerindian, East … Read more
Chocolate, a word that brings smiles on the faces, is one of the world’s favorite edible. The chocolate industry is worth a $100 billion globally. The history of chocolate dates back to the ancient Mayans, and the ancient Olmec of Southern Mexico. In the historical view, chocolate was a little like the product of today. … Read more
The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is one of the most beautiful places on earth. There, the crystalline waters of the sea flow blue and green, while brightly colored flowers bloom on trees that gently sway to ocean breezes. The soul of Creole culture thrives to the beat of the rhythmic pounding of the waves … Read more
Diamonds, champagne, exclusivity… In the Caribbean these words are normally used to describe luxury yachts, or hotels where the rich and famous reside. But in Jamaica, high up on a mountaintop, it is the Blue Mountain Coffee Bean that reigns king. Each day, this prize export – one of the most coveted in the world … Read more