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Ship Ahoy - Discover The Lure Of The English-Speaking Caribbean
January 2012

Christopher Columbus, as we all know, got here first, landing in the Bahamas in 1492 looking for trade routes and treasure to take back to his... more >>

Nelson, Betty & Shirley - The Beach Is Just One Of Antigua & Barbuda’s Attractions

Warm steady breezes, hundreds of safe anchorages and a nearly unbroken protective reef attracted the first visitors to Antigua – the British navy.... more >>

Head To The Hills - Exploring Cuba Beyond The Beach

Everyone knows that Cuba is a great place for a beach vacation. There is plenty of sunshine, blue waters, sparkling white sand and a colourful... more >>

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Pearl Of The Antilles - Cuba Is More Than Cigars, Rum & Music
April 2008

The Gulf of Mexico harbours the Caribbean’s largest island, only 140 kilometres south of Florida. Cuba, also known as the “Pearl of the... more >>

Lovin’ The Caribbean – Fun, Friends & Fantastic Getaways Down South
August 2010

Canadians love the Caribbean. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and water sports head the list. But the crackling mix of cultures makes for... more >>

A Beautiful Island Paradise - Bountiful Beaches, Outdoor Fun & Caribbean Culture In The D.R.
March 2008

In the heart of an archipelago surrounded by Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean... more >>

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Ship Ahoy - Discover The Lure Of The English-Speaking Caribbean
January 2012
Christopher Columbus, as we all know, got here first, landing in the Bahamas in 1492 looking for trade routes and treasure to take back to his... more >>

Nelson, Betty & Shirley - The Beach Is Just One Of Antigua & Barbuda’s Attractions

Warm steady breezes, hundreds of safe anchorages and a nearly unbroken protective reef attracted the first visitors to Antigua – the British navy.... more >>

Head To The Hills - Exploring Cuba Beyond The Beach

Everyone knows that Cuba is a great place for a beach vacation. There is plenty of sunshine, blue waters, sparkling white sand and a colourful... more >>

Caribbean Report - New Flights, Accessible Barbados
November 2011
Air Canada will launch weekly, non-stop service to Curaçao International Airport (CUR) from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on December... more >>

A Family Affair - A Survival Guide To Caribbean Travel For All Ages
November 2011
With kids in tow, the challenge of a summer vacation lies in maximizing the fun and minimizing the meltdowns. Getting away from chicken fingers on... more >>

Ya mon - In Jamaica It’s All About The Vibe
October 2011
It starts with the ya-mon-no-problem mantra of the island’s people and carries through to the luxurious all-inclusive resorts that dot its white... more >>

Water, Water Everywhere
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
An island with spectacular beaches and constant warm temperatures, Cuba is the place to find fun in, on and under the water. Resorts boast all manner... more >>

A Feast For The Senses
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
Havana may be physically decaying from decades of isolation and neglect, but Cuba’s feisty capital is anything but crumbling when it comes to... more >>

Nature At Its Finest
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
Nature-lovers love Cuba with its well-preserved ecosystems, amazing array of landscapes and abundance of flora and fauna. Cuba is home to more than... more >>

Captivating Colonial Towns
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
Those who think Cuba is all about beaches and mojitos need to think again. True, this finger of an island located in the Caribbean just south of... more >>

It’s Always Sunny In Cuba
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
Cuba welcomed a record 945,000 Canadian sun seekers in 2010. With many must-do activities across the island, it’s clear why Canadians love Cuba.... more >>

The Authentic Caribbean
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
It doesn’t get any more real than Cuba. An intoxicating blend of culture, cuisine, history, adventure, wildlife, nightlife and, of course, stunning... more >>

We Love The Caribbean - Beaches, Festivals, Sports & Fine Food Keep Drawing Canadians In Record Numbers
August 2011
Canadians love the Caribbean. In fact, we like it so much we make up 11% of the visitors to the region. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and... more >>

A Natural Beauty - Cayo Santa Maria Is Cuba’s Newest Island Paradise
May 2011
Lying off the north coast of Villa Clara province, 120 kilometres from Santa Clara, Cayo Santa Maria, is Cuba’s newest destination. A small island... more >>

Bermuda Shorts - A Quick Look At What To See & Where To Go
April 2011
You have to admire a place that's famous for shorts. That's right – men's short pants. Bermuda – the exotic pink sand island – even features a... more >>

I Do In The DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
It’s a wedding trend that’s a definite win-win. More and more couples are voting with their passports – they’re choosing the Dominican... more >>

The Sporting DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
An intriguing hike or an inviting beach is never far away. The diverse island geography includes tropical rainforests, mountain wilderness, mangrove... more >>

History Lives In Santo Domingo
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
With so many beautiful beaches competing for the attention of tourists, it would be easy to overlook Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican... more >>

Samaná: From The Rainforest To The Coastline
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
On the Samaná Peninsula, nature occurs in the drama of green, jungle-draped mountainsides, the sensuous curve of a perfect powder-white beach, the... more >>

The Big Trip: Punta Cana
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
Once just a quiet spot on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, the towns of Punta Cana and Bávaro have exploded into a resort zone of... more >>

A Puerto Plata Primer
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
As planeloads of winter-weary Canadians head south for a mid-winter break, there’s a good chance that they’re headed for the airport at Puerto... more >>

The DR Au Naturel
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
The clear waters and dazzling scenery of the Dominican Republic are seductive to those hoping to discover the panorama of life underwater and ashore.... more >>

La Romana In A Week
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
It’s a little quieter on the south coast of the Dominican Republic. Mass tourism has made its mark; but the sea is a little calmer here, the pace... more >>

Cultural Treasures
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
The Dominican Republic is known for its natural beauty – the pristine beaches fringed by palm trees, the richness of the rainforest and the sheer... more >>

Delicious DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
Thanks to a perfect mix of geography and climate, the farmers’ fields of the Dominican Republic spillover year-round with an abundance of fruits... more >>

Beaches 101
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
A beach is a beach is a beach, right? Not so fast. While northerners love to travel to the warm Dominican Republic to escape the snow and ice, the... more >>

Let’s Party - Caribbean Carnivals Are Hot Fun
February 2011
From steel pan and jump-ups to pageants and parades, carnivals in the Caribbean are the greatest parties under the tropical sun. With a storied past,... more >>

Caribbean Report – February 2011
February 2011
The top 25 Jamaica-selling agents from each Canadian Region will celebrate their success at the Jamaica Travel Jamboree, an all-expense paid trip to... more >>

Everything You Could Want - The USVI Offers Three Destinations In One
January 2011
Island hopping in the U.S. Virgin Islands offers a taste of three very special islands – cosmopolitan St. Thomas, colourful St. Croix and idyllic... more >>

Unspoiled Queen - From Top To Bottom, Saba Is A Caribbean Delight
January 2011
Known as the “Unspoiled Queen”, Saba was named the Top Island in the Caribbean in 2010 by Travel + Leisure. A long-dormant volcano dominated by... more >>

A Feast For The Senses - Cuba’s Feisty Capital Comes Alive After Dark
January 2011
Havana may be physically decaying from decades of isolation and neglect, but Cuba’s feisty capital is anything but crumbling when it comes to... more >>

Caribbean Report December 2010
December 2010
Once You Go, You Know. So go. Or at least send your clients to Jamaica. Here’s a complete update of flights to Jamaica (seasonal departures will... more >>

A Blue Sky Holiday - Numbers Don’t Lie, Clearly Canadians Love Barbados
December 2010
Proud of a record number of visitors to the easternmost island in the Caribbean, Barbados is extending a warm island welcome to Canadians hankering... more >>

A Voluptuous Beauty - Stunning St. Lucia Offers The Great Caribbean Escape
November 2010
West of Barbados and south of Martinique, St. Lucia is celebrated for its voluptuous natural beauty that includes the spectacular twin Piton... more >>

Love Blooms - Jamaica Is Wooing The Romance Market
October 2010
The perennial favourite of lovebirds around the world and with easy requirements for Canadians wanting to say “I Do”, Jamaica is wooing the... more >>

Get Happy - Get Away To Anguilla
October 2010
Nature gets a standing ovation in Anguilla. Graced with sea grape trees, sun-dappled skies and endless strands of sandy beaches, the tiny island in... more >>

From Jungle to Reef - Affordable, Educational & Family Oriented Travel in Belize
September 2010
The English speaking country of Belize is emerging as an affordable and educational destination for family vacations. The country’s unspoiled... more >>

Lovin’ The Caribbean – Fun, Friends & Fantastic Getaways Down South
August 2010
Canadians love the Caribbean. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and water sports head the list. But the crackling mix of cultures makes for... more >>

Canada Numbers Up To Jamaica
September 2009
The Jamaica Tourist Board reports significant growth in the number of visitors from Canada for January to June 2009, as 175,365 Canadians visited... more >>

CAYMAN ISLANDS Wedding Made Easy
September 2009
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has launched a new website, www.caymanvows.ky, designed to showcase its wide range of wedding experiences,... more >>

U.S. Virgin Islands - America’s Caribbean
July 2010
The Westin St. John Resort & Villas: The hotel has converted 186 guestrooms into 94 two- and three-bedroom fractional ownership villas overlooking... more >>

Puerto Rico - Isle of Enchantment
July 2010
Verdanza Hotel: Contemporary design with local touches. Features 222 rooms, three restaurants and self-serve business centre. Hotel is committed to... more >>

A Beautiful Island Paradise - Bountiful Beaches, Outdoor Fun & Caribbean Culture In The D.R.
March 2008
In the heart of an archipelago surrounded by Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean... more >>

Numbers Up In The DR
April 2008
The Dominican Republic’s tourism industry roared towards a banner year in 2007, with a record-breaking number of tourists visiting the island. From... more >>

Pearl Of The Antilles - Cuba Is More Than Cigars, Rum & Music
April 2008
The Gulf of Mexico harbours the Caribbean’s largest island, only 140 kilometres south of Florida. Cuba, also known as the “Pearl of the... more >>

2008 Caribbean Hotels Retreat
November 2008
While the economic forecast may not be as sunny as the weather forecast, delegates at the 2008 Caribbean Hotels Retreat in St Kitts remained upbeat... more >>

Take A Break - It’s Never Too Early To Sell Spring Break Travel
November 2008
SuperClubs Continental Plan package at Rooms on the Beach in Negril gets an A-plus for travellers on a student budget. The 57-room hotel faces the... more >>

Always Better - New Developments On Barbados
November 2008
Affectionately dubbed Little England, Barbados has long been a favourite of winter weary Canadians. The easternmost of the Caribbean Islands,... more >>

Conceptionmooms In Jamaica
January 2008
SuperClubs is introducing a new travel concept it expects will become “the next big trend” – the “conceptionmoon.” The company is set to... more >>

Caribbean Round-Up - Part Two Of Our Look At What’s New In The Sun
January 2008
This month, Canadian Traveller brings you the second half of our two-part series featuring the sun destinations of the Caribbean. Learn more about... more >>

Spice Of The Southern Caribbean - News & Developments On Grenada
January 2008
Perfumed by fragrant spice trees, graced by sandy beaches and speckled with charming towns and sleepy fishing hamlets, Grenada is one of the... more >>

Caribbean Jewel - Barbados Tops The Hit List For Winter Weary Canadians
January 2008
The easternmost of the Caribbean Islands, Barbados is bordered to the west and south by golden sand beaches framing the azure waters of the Caribbean... more >>

Frommer's Top Spots
February 2008
The editors at Frommer’s have consulted their many author-experts to come up with the top destinations for 2008. The list of 13 of the best and... more >>

CHA Marketplace 2008
February 2008
The Caribbean Hotel Association’s (CHA) Marketplace was held January 13 to 15 at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Considered the most... more >>

The Popular Ones - Part One Of Our Look At Hot Spots In The Sun
February 2008
This month, Canadian Traveller explores some popular sun destinations offered by major tour operators. Costa Rica, several destinations in Cuba, the... more >>

Small Island, Big Attractions - Discover St. Lucia’s Heritage, Nature & Lively Culture
February 2008
One of the Windward Islands, St. Lucia sits halfway down the eastern Caribbean archipelago between Martinique and St. Vincent, with the Atlantic... more >>

Smart Stuff
August 2008
The St. Maarten/St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART), held at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in St. Maarten in May, matched buyers,... more >>

First ACTS In The Caribbean
August 2008
Finding new ways to succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly challenging market was the theme at the First Annual Caribbean Tourism Summit... more >>

What's Up Caribbean? - What's New & Surprising In The Caribbean This Winter
August 2008
The mercury’s still soaring, but soon snowbirds will be planning the annual migration to their favourite island nests. Time to get ready. Canadian... more >>

The Essential Havana - Museums, Rumba & UNESCO Heritage Highlight Cuba’s Capital
May 2010
For centuries Havana has served as the gateway to the Gulf of Mexico. Originally christened La Villa de San Cristóbal de la Habana, the city was the... more >>