Known as one of the islands most popular events, the festival, which was first held in January 1994, attracts sailing enthusiasts from all over the world. It features several days of races and regattas, as well as a day-long craft market and street festival. Over the years, the event has helped put Grenada on the world map for international sailing in the Caribbean.

The Grenada Sailing Festival is run in association with the Grenada Board of Tourism and supported by many sponsors. It lasts for four days and each year organizers report seeing ever stronger and more competitive fleets and record numbers of yachts and participants.

The yachts race in several different classes including J24s, racing, cruising, charter and multihull, and the challenging ocean racing is overseen by a team of internationally accredited judges and officials. The sight is spectacular each morning as the yachts maneuver for positions at the starting line, and even more so during the races themselves.

Along with Grenada’s own home-grown talent and local crews, the festival attracts some of the best names in Caribbean racing from neighbouring Trinidad, as well as Barbados and Antigua. You’ll also see a great mix of other nationalities, including skippers and crews from the UK, Ireland, USA, France, Netherlands, Holland, New Zealand, South Africa and more.

The best way to locate one is to ask around. Check with the locals, make use of travel sites on the internet, and ask other visitors. Folks are usually not shy about telling what they think.

Also, keep your ears open. We learned about a place called Franks from overhearing the conversation between a couple folks who were annual visitors to these islands. They were happy to share their discovery, and provided details for finding it, without which we probably never would.

First you have to leave Provo and get over to North Caicos where the pace slows way down. Take the ferry and arrange to have a rental car waiting when you arrive. Note there is no office, over there – just the car and a friendly guy to take your money and answer questions. He may even need you to drop him off at his place on your way out.

While Franks is just off the main road, and has the remnant of a sign partially hidden by some trees, it is definitely easy to miss if you don’t know when to start looking. We passed it a few times each way. The turn off is more of a wash than a road, where the car bottoms out in the potholes.

But once you drive up it a couple hundred yards, you’ll see the house. Yep, it’s a house with the restaurant in front, and a small bar off the main room. The atmosphere was relaxed, and the kids playing outside just reinforced the slower pace here. We later learned they were actually Franks grandkids.

We arrived around lunch time, and aside from a couple guys coming in for to go orders, we were the only sit-down customers. At that time Frank wasn’t there, but his daughter was. Friendly and gracious, she took our order and prepared a great meal of fish, conch fritters, and veggies. We also got a chance to visit briefly with her afterwards.

Bottom line is that our meal at Franks was our favorite during our trip to these islands. It takes some effort to find, but the search is worth it because the food is great and the prices extremely reasonable – which is saying a lot, since most everything tends be pricey in these islands.

A tour of Cuba’s best dive sites will include Maria la Gorda. This dive features 18th century shipwrecks, black coral walls and several cave dives. Cayo Levisa is located about one hour north of Havana and it is famous for its sponges and large tropical fish. East of the Bay of Pigs is the Playa Giron dive site, excellent for beginners but sought after by experts for its sheer drop off and deep caves.

Among the hundreds of bird species that visit Cuba, there are twenty-one that are endemic to Cuba. During the breeding and migration seasons, the avian population of Cuba swells and the bird watching is excellent. Tours led by experienced naturalists make for a truly memorable experience. Wildlife is diverse and abundant in the forests and wetlands of the area, and the stunning landscape is unspoiled.

Cuba is famous for its cigars, and tours are available of tobacco farms and cigar manufacturing facilities. Enjoy a locally grown and rolled Habano on your tour.

Cuban food is spicy and delicious. Drawing on Spanish, Caribbean and African spices and techniques, a true Cuban tour would not be complete without experiencing the authentic cuisines of the island.

The history of Cuba is colorful and rich. Havana, the main city on the island as well as the capital, is home to many historic buildings and museums. Music, food and walking tours highlight the “old city” tours.

Tourism in Cuba continues to grow. Beautiful, historic and culturally exciting, Cuba is an excellent destination for travelers.

To ensure Grenada remains a high quality destination, the government have learnt by previous experience lessons learnt by other islands and employ careful planning restrictions to ensure the properties are low rise, low density but not over-supplied.

Capital appreciation is currently said to be at least ten percent a year, due mainly to the limited supply of high quality accommodation ensuring high levels of demand for both holiday home buyers and property investors.

Bacolet Bay Beach & Spa Resort
Bacolet Bay is a quality new resort development being built in a tropical oasis surrounded by fantastic views of the sea, sand and rainforest. It will offer 5 star lifestyle and state-of-the-art facilities in a stunning location, as well as an a very attractive investment opportunity. The luxury low density resort offers a mix of apartments, villas and hotel cottages situated across 41 acres of tropical gardens.

Features:

• World class management
• Private beach
• The restaurants will offer top quality cuisine from local Creole cooking to international 5-star A La Carte menus and wine
• Gym & Spa – providing a haven to all guests during their stay
• Wedding Chapel – nestled in the perfect setting with spectacular views over the ocean creating a perfect location for the most important day of your life
• The beach club area has a couple of superb swimming pools
• Tennis Courts
• Conference Facilities

Location
Not many places around the world that can surpass the setting and views offered by Bacolet Bay. It’s outside the hurricane belt and has fantastic views of the warm seas with prefect white powder sandy beaches on a green lush tropical background and mountains.

The airport offers many regular flights and is only 20 mins away from the resort.

Bacolot Bay is situated on one of the less developed islands in the Caribbean with a shortage of good quality accommodation in the region therefore the development is well positioned to benefit from good capital appreciation and rental income.

The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica stretches 212 km from its border north with Nicaragua south to Panama, and is home to some of the most beautiful and unique national parks in the country. Cahuita National Park is located between Cahuita and Puerto Vargas, Tortuguero National Park in the Northern Caribbean, and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge is located between the towns of Manzanillo and Gandoca. The area offers something for everyone – be it nature, adventure, hiking or just the laid-back living of the Caribbean towns and the beaches.

Puerto Viejo , located just south of Cahuita, boasts a rich, Afro-Caribbean influence. The vibrant town is home to people from all over the globe, and has an excellent choice of both local and international cuisine, nightclubs, gift shops and art galleries. The majority of people opt for bicycles as their main form of transportation. As the sun sets, the sound of reggae, calypso and reggeaton can be heard as the locals gather in small groups to enjoy a drink, conversation or even a game of dominoes outside of one of the liquor stores or bars.

The beaches to the south of Puerto Viejo are some of the best in the country, with Playa Cocles offering the only lifeguard tower on the coast – marking the safe areas to swim with green flags. The beach is also known as Beach Break, and has a good, consistent surf – perfect for surf lessons. A few kilometers down from Cocles is Playa Chiquita, which has many natural pools on secluded beaches protecting you from the currents. It is ideal for families and is home to a sizable expat community. Punta Uva is arguably the most gorgeous beach on the coast, if not the country, and has become very popular with the scuba diving world and with snorkelers exploring the various species of coral and fish found on the reef. The town at the end of the road is Manzanillo – a small Caribbean fishing village which lies at the entrance of the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.

Whitewater Rafting on the Río Pacuare is an adventure lover’s dream, with its class II-IV rapids and picturesque setting, surrounded by the thick, primary forest. The Río Pacuare is located half way between San Jose and Puerto Viejo in a town called Siquirres, and makes a great stop on your way to the Caribbean coast. The raft company offers transportation to and from the South Caribbean, San Jose and La Fortuna (Arenal).

The Canopy Tour is located just outside of Puerto Viejo in Bribri, stretching over 2560 meters of cable and is made up of 9 aerial platforms and 14 land platforms – with the most spectacular cable stretching 285 mts at a 80 mts altitude.

For sightseeing, you can enjoy a quad tour through the forested mountains of Talamanca as you maneuver over the natural terrain of the area towards the Río Carbón, where you can take it easy in the natural pools before making our way to the indigenous reserve.

Rio la Estrella Kayaking and Sloth Sanctuary is a combination of adventure and learning as you kayak through the class I rapids, surrounded by rain forest before visiting the Aviarios del Caribe Sloth Sanctuary to learn about the recovery project and interact with the sloths.

The mountains of Talamanca, the lagoons of Tortuguero, mangroves of Gandoca, waterfalls and the hundreds of species of marine and wildlife make this area of Cost Rica a paradise for nature lovers.

Overnight trips to Tortuguero leave daily from San Jose, La Fortuna and the South Caribbean and is the best area in Costa Rica to encounter wildlife due to its remote location the rain forest has been left untouched.
white faced capuchin

It is necessary to use a guide to snorkel in the Cahuita National Park. The law was enforced to stop people from damaging the reef and to protect the fragile coral. The reef is the largest on the Caribbean coast and marine life is plentiful. The park is full of wildlife along the well manicured trails. Some of the most visible are the white faced capuchins and the howler monkeys. A great way to see both sections of the park is to take the Snorkel and Hike Tour which involves a twenty minute boat ride to the reef, one hour of snorkeling and a hike from the point of Cahuita to the town of Cahuita.

The hike in the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge is a little more strenuous. The trail has been well kept and flows up and down the terrain between the lookout points, then down to secluded beaches and then into the deep jungle as the trail follows the coast down towards Gandoca. The Bushmaster, our local Bronze Badge guide, leads a guided hike daily, explaining the flora and fauna you pass along the trail, and educating you on the various forms of wildlife and their habitat.

To get to the lagoon and the only mangrove on the coast, you can take a boat down to the Gandoca Lagoon from Manzanillo, where we take out the kayaks and paddle through the lagoon and its estuaries, observing nature and its most wild eco-system.

St. Thomas, located in the Caribbean, is one of the “hottest,” vacation destinations in the entire world. What may interest you the most is that St. Thomas is well-known for its romantic vacations. For many years now, thousands of couples have been making their way to St. Thomas to enjoy a private, intimate, and romantic vacation.

The Caribbean is well known for its wonderful, tropical weather. For many individuals, a tropical climate is the best place to schedule a romantic getaway. To many, romance is about being intimate. The wonderful weather allows you to be intimate on a number of different levels. The tropical weather often means sexy clothing and bathing suits. This alone is enough to generate romance between a couple.

In addition to the weather, St. Thomas is a popular romantic getaway destination because of the many beach resorts that can be found on the island. Many of these resorts are designed for individuals of all ages, but others are designed for adults only. If you are interesting in making St. Thomas your next vacation destination, you may want to consider vacationing at a resort that has an age restriction in place.

Adults only St. Thomas resorts are an ideal way to generate romance while on vacation. In addition to the lack on kids on the resort, many resorts do their best to create an exotic or romantic environment. This environment is most often apparent in many hotel rooms. A number of resorts are known to offer rooms with a view of the ocean and in-room jacuzzis or hot tubs. If you are able to book a stay at one of these resorts, you may never even want to leave your room!

Aside from the romantic rooms, many St. Thomas beach resorts offer onsite activities that are romantic in nature. You may find guided boat tours, guided snorkeling tours, or guided scuba diving tours. As well as guided water tours, horseback riding along the shoreline is popular in many areas of St. Thomas. Horseback riding is a romantic way to start or end your day. Additional activities may be available; however, it will all depend on the resort in question.

While vacationing in St. Thomas, even if you are staying at a large beach resort, it is likely that you would want to get out and see everything that the island has to offer. In many areas of the world sightseeing is considered boring and sometimes even unromantic. In the Caribbean it is another story. While visiting inland dining restaurants, shopping centers, parks, and famous attractions, you will see that romance is in the air everywhere. This is most often because of the topical climate. The warm and sunny weather makes it ideal to spend your day touring the island. In fact, the weather and the beautiful things you will see has been known to generate romance between a large number of couples.

Whether you decide to vacation at the beach, inland, or take a cruise to the St. Thomas area, you are sure to find an unlimited number of things to do once there. If you plan your vacation the correct way, you will find that many of these things are romantic in nature. Whether you are celebrating new love or reaffirming old love, St. Thomas is the place to make the connection.

When selecting a cruise ship to vacation on, you will want to examine where that ship will be going. Almost all vacation cruises, in the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean offer stops at various ports of call. With cruise ships operating all around the world, you may be wondering which ones are the best.

If you are taking a Caribbean cruise, you will want to look for cruises that make a stop in St. Thomas, located in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Caribbean island is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, and famous for its beautiful, relaxing, and tropical beaches. Whether you are on a family cruise or a romantic cruise, you may find enjoyment aboard a cruise ship that docks in St. Thomas.

When selecting a cruise ship that offers a stop in St. Thomas, be sure to check out how much time you will spend there so you can determine what you will be able to do and see.

If you find a cruise ship that docks there for an extended period of time, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with everything that St. Thomas to offer. The island is full of activities, services, and facilities that are designed for individuals of all ages. In fact, you will find so much in St. Thomas that it is likely that you will not have time to do everything that you want to do.

To familiarize yourself with the island, you can easily find information online. A large number of travel websites offer ideas and activities that could be completed while staying in St. Thomas. You may find that many of these activities are rated by past vacationers. Viewing feedback from previous vacationers is one of the best ways to narrow down your choices, and provide insight as to which places and activities are worth your time.

When researching St. Thomas and all that the island has to offer, it is likely you will see that there are an unlimited number of on and offshore activities for tourists. Popular activities include swimming, boating, horseback riding, sunbathing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The foresaid activities are just a few of the many that can be found on the island. Whether you prefer the water, the sand, or dry land, you will always find something for you to do in St. Thomas.

Sandals honeymoons are the resort company’s bread and butter. As an adult’s-only vacation spot, they cater to the romance market, making every honeymoon about the couple. If you’re planning a Sandals honeymoon vacation, keep reading to get an idea of what you can expect.

Somewhat of a Cookie-Cutter Experience

Though Sandals has the honeymoon experience down pat, that makes a lot of couples cringe as they yearn for a more original honeymoon vacation. Because Sandals does so many honeymoons, it can often feel like a honeymoon “factory.”

That said, Sandals knows what they’re doing and they do it well – from the in-room breakfasts to the romantic settings and private pools, there is a reason they’re known as one of the premiere honeymoon destinations.

To avoid having the same honeymoon as everyone else, try tacking on a few extra tours or activities to your trip. A day tour of the nearby city or an afternoon spent rock climbing can mix things up and add some personal style to the trip.

Interaction With Other Couples

While Sandals honeymoons are by nature, a private retreat for couples, there are still many opportunities to interact with other couples. With social lounges, bars, poolside cafes and restaurants, you’ll often find yourself mingling with other honeymooners or couples on vacation.

Some couples really like the added social interaction, while others tend to prefer a vacation that’s slightly more private or self-catered. For that added privacy, couples have the option to invest in a private suite with catered meal service.

Adults Only

For many honeymooning couples, Sandals’ resorts biggest draw is their no children policy. Rather than fighting a family of four for pool space or dodging kids on the way to your dinner table, you can simply enjoy being together.

Parents who are getting married and want to bring their children on the honeymoon will have to look elsewhere.

A Somewhat Expensive Experience

If you’re planning to stay at Sandals, be prepared to pay between $300 and $450 a night for a basic room, including meals and drinks. For a week, that’s just over a minimum of $2100, plus your airfare. However, unlike many expensive resorts, Sandals definitely follows through on their five-star rating and has a strong reputation to prove it.

Full Scale Customer Service

Sandals honeymoons are popular largely because the company consistently provides its guests with a high level of customer service. Their all-inclusive packages are pure luxury, including gourmet meals and stellar service staff. It’s the reason why Sandals continues to win customer service awards on an annual basis.

Very Kid-Friendly

Those looking for a quiet romantic week with your spouse or a subdued relaxation vacation may decide that Beaches Jamaica is not suitable. This five-star resort is very kid-friendly – meaning it’s perfect for families and kids are in abundance.

For families with kids, the resort offers several daycare centers, numerous Sesame Street themed activities (characters walking around and live shows), water slides, day trips for teens, story time and even infant care. The major appeal is that they have a variety of activities targeted toward each age group – meaning your teen and toddler won’t wind up at the same activity center.

For parents, though, the resort can seem a little too kid-focused. There are adults-only areas and pools that are either designated for just families or just adults, but parents won’t have the run of this place. However, you can enjoy a little snooze at the beach knowing your children are well looked after and having a great time.

Great Fitness Center

Probably one of the best features for adults at this resort is the fitness center. It’s stocked with state-of-the-art equipment and they run a number of fitness classes every day – ranging from low impact and introductory yoga to high-impact sessions like kickboxing.

Lots of Dining Options

Anyone who has spent a week at an all-inclusive resort knows that the same buffet night after night can get tiring after a while. To avoid food boredom, locating a resort with numerous a la carte restaurants is key. Jamaica Negril offers 6 restaurants ranging from a beachside cafe to fine and elegant dining.

Beach is Too Open

Probably the biggest complaint from guests is that they are constantly barraged by people on the beach selling their goods and wares. While most tourists want to buy a few items during their stay, constantly being approached by vendors does not make an ideal vacation.

Rooms are Small

Unless you’re opting for a deluxe suite or large room, you’ll find the accommodations pretty small at Beaches Negril Jamaica. That said, if you’re sharing one room among a family of four, you may want to consider upgrading to a larger room.

Conclusion

Overall, Beaches Jamaica is a great resort for families looking for a fun vacation that will keep both parents and kids happy. The rooms are small though, so if there are four of you, you may want to look into a larger accommodations. Also, this is not a resort for couples or honeymooners.

And, of course, it is likely that you may need to organize a honeymoon. If you haven’t already selected a destination for your honeymoon, you might like to think about St. Thomas. The island of St. Thomas is located in the Virgin Islands. St. Thomas is famous for its amazing weather and tropical climates.

If honeymooning in St. Thomas sounds interesting to you, you will have to begin planning. Depending on when your wedding is, you may have a difficult time obtaining reservations at the most popular resorts in St. Thomas. This is because St. Thomas is known as one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. Scheduling your reservations well in advance will ensure that you will be able to stay at the resort of your choice.

When choosing a honeymoon destination it is likely that you will take a number of factors into consideration. You may be wondering why St. Thomas is the perfect place for you and your new spouse to vacation. In addition to the above mentioned tropical climates, you will find that the scenery in St. Thomas is absolutely beautiful. When combined with a tropical climate, the ocean views are sure to create a romantic atmosphere.

When planning your honeymoon do not to make the same error that many other newlyweds make. This mistake involves picking a vacation destination that is overrun with kids. Your honeymoon is supposed to be a private, intimate, and romantic occasion. You may find it difficult to focus on romance if there are a large number of kids running around the area. Another reason why St. Thomas is such a popular honeymoon destination is because a number of hotel resorts have age restrictions.

Vacationing at a resort that has an age restriction in place has numerable benefits. At these resorts you may find it easier to focus on your romance. In addition to restricting guests, many of these resorts cater specifically to couples. If you vacation at a resort that caters to couples, you are likely to see that the atmosphere is romantic. Many of these resorts create that atmosphere by offering ocean views and in-room Jacuzzis.

While on your honeymoon, it is likely that you will want private moments, but on the other hand, you may wish to get out and be active. St. Thomas has an unlimited number of activities that you can participate in. Many of these activities offer adventure and excitement. If you wish, you can enjoy a guided boat tour, snorkeling tour, or scuba diving tour.

In addition to fun filled adventures, you will see that St. Thomas offers a wide range of other activities. Swimming, boating, sunbathing, golfing, and spa visits are just a few of the many ways that you can fill up your day. At night, if you wish to party and socialize, you will find that St. Thomas is home to a number of trendy bars and nightclubs. These bars and nightclubs is the perfect way to close out your evenings.
The above mentioned reasons are just a few of the many reasons why St. Thomas is the perfect place to schedule your honeymoon.