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Dance The Night Away - Discover Aruba's Top Nightlife Experiences
Ever since a friend told me about going to Aruba for his honeymoon, it has been high on my list of...
Beyond The Beach - Adventure Travel Throughout The Caribbean
April 2013
When it comes to the quintessential beach vacation, the Caribbean does it right. Although the sun,...
Girls In The Sun - Getaway Ideas From Across The Caribbean
February 2013
    By Melanie Reffes   A week away with the ladies is not only a...
Happily Ever After - Take A Vow To Say “I Do” in the Caribbean
CT - Canadian Traveller Spring 2013
    By Melanie Reffes   Raising the romance bar with lobster...
7 Ways To Spend Spring Break In The Bahamas
    Our clocks may be springing forward allowing for a little extra...
Into The Blue - Azure Seas, Sapphire Skies, No Wonder Varadero Is Hot, Hot, Hot
January 2013
By Sam Ion   Mention Cuba and most people think Varadero. No wonder – this...
Off The Beaten Path - Dig A Little Deeper to Find Caribbean Surprises
CT - Canadian Traveller Winter 2012
By Aaron Saunders Despite being one of the most popular itineraries in the world, many...
Pleasures Of Paradise - Living the Good Life in St. Lucia
November 2012
By Melanie Reffes   Simply defined, guilty pleasures are those indulgences that we...
More Than A Sailing Trip - Shore Excursions Make Memories On A Western Caribbean Itinerary
CT - Canadian Traveller Winter 2012
By Toby Saltzman   Snorkeling through crystalline waters as the sun’s rays...
Hot Fun On The High Seas - Pirate Adventure & Disney Magic In The Caribbean
December 2012
By Steve MacNaull All of sudden Jack Sparrow drops from the sky. He battles an endless...
Kids Fun In The Sun - Family Friendly Fun In The Caribbean
November 2012
By Melanie Reffes   A family vacation in the Caribbean means more these days than...
Only In Jamaica
October 2012
Ten Truly Jamaican Adventures & Attractions
Living La Vida Local
CT - Canadian Traveller Fall 2012
A Personal Take On Our Annual Caribbean Favourites Round-Up
Haute & Spicy - A Culinary Tour Of The Caribbean
June 2012
If it’s Saturday, you can bet at least half of Tobago is sitting down to a piping hot bowl of cow...
Cuba’s Jewels - Explore The Jardines del Rey Archipelago & Discover History, Culture & Amazing Beaches
May 2012
With more than 300 beaches along 588 kilometres of Cuba’s coast, sun worshipers seek destinations...
Caribbean
25th Anniversary Edition
Life’s a beach. At least it is in the Caribbean. But venture beyond the beach and you’ll find...
There’s Something Familiar - Puerto Rico & USVI Are Classically Caribbean & Uniquely American
April 2012
Classically Caribbean and uniquely American, Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands are...
Gal-Pal Getaways - Fab Female Fun At A Tropical Resort
March 2012
A diamond may be a girl’s best friend but a women’s-only getaway is the shiniest way to relax,...
Pooling Their Assets - Palace Resorts & Hard Rock Hotels Are Teaming Up To Wow All-Inclusive Travellers
April 2012
By Laurie Carter Just when all-inclusive fans think they’ve seen everything, Palace...
Graceful Reminders - Cuba’s Colonial Cities Preserve Heritage & Traditions
Cuba’s major cities have rich histories that reflect their individuality and colonial roots....
We Did It! - Weddings, Honeymoons Or Just Sparking, The Caribbean Is The Place To Be
February 2012
Whether you’re still smitten with an old flame or igniting sparks with a new one, romance runs...
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...
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...
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...
Caribbean Report - New Flights, Accessible Barbados
November 2011
Air Canada will launch weekly, non-stop service to Curaçao International Airport (CUR) from...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Nature At Its Finest
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
Nature-lovers love Cuba with its well-preserved ecosystems, amazing array of landscapes and...
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...
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 Authentic Caribbean
August 2011 Nolitours Guide to Cuba
It doesn’t get any more real than Cuba. An intoxicating blend of culture, cuisine, history,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Caribbean Report – February 2011
February 2011
The top 25 Jamaica-selling agents from each Canadian Region will celebrate their success at the...
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 –...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Love Blooms - Jamaica Is Wooing The Romance Market
October 2010
The perennial favourite of lovebirds around the world and with easy requirements for Canadians...
Get Happy - Get Away To Anguilla
October 2010
Nature gets a standing ovation in Anguilla. Graced with sea grape trees, sun-dappled skies and...
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...
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...
Canada Numbers Up To Jamaica
September 2009
The Jamaica Tourist Board reports significant growth in the number of visitors from Canada for...
CAYMAN ISLANDS Wedding Made Easy
September 2009
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has launched a new website, www.caymanvows.ky, designed to...
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...
Puerto Rico - Isle of Enchantment
July 2010
Verdanza Hotel: Contemporary design with local touches. Features 222 rooms, three restaurants and...
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...
Numbers Up In The DR
April 2008
The Dominican Republic’s tourism industry roared towards a banner year in 2007, with a...
2008 Caribbean Hotels Retreat
November 2008
While the economic forecast may not be as sunny as the weather forecast, delegates at the 2008...
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...
Conceptionmooms In Jamaica
January 2008
SuperClubs is introducing a new travel concept it expects will become “the next big trend” –...
CHA Marketplace 2008
February 2008
The Caribbean Hotel Association’s (CHA) Marketplace was held January 13 to 15 at Atlantis...
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...
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....
Always Better - New Developments On Barbados
November 2008
Affectionately dubbed Little England, Barbados has long been a favourite of winter weary Canadians....
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...
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...
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...
Frommer's Top Spots
February 2008
The editors at Frommer’s have consulted their many author-experts to come up with the top...
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...
Smart Stuff
August 2008
The St. Maarten/St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART), held at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort...
First ACTS In The Caribbean
August 2008
Finding new ways to succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly challenging market was the theme...
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...
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...