Essential info about what’s happening across the region to help you make the most of May and June! Don’t miss Celebrating Indian heritage During May and June, three countries — Guyana (5 May), Trinidad & Tobago (30 May), and Suriname (5 June) — commemorate the arrival of the earliest indentured immigrants from India, who migrated …
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This year, Caribbean artists will have their biggest ever presence at two of the world’s most significant contemporary art events — the Venice Biennale and documenta fifteen. Janine Mendes-Franco learns more As a result of pandemic-related delays, two major international art events that only overlap every decade or so will both be running over the …
This month’s listening picks from the Caribbean — featuring new music by Nadia Batson; Koffee; Rachel Kerr; Elan Trotman; Arnaud Dolmen; and Teddyson John Nadia Batson Coconut Girl (Fox Fuse) This Trinidadian singer-songwriter and now bona fide star has released her first full-length album after a career that has seen her move up through the …
Towering over the Caribbean’s often-photographed beaches and bays are gruelling hikes to challenge even the hardiest outdoor adventurers. Kristine de Abreu takes you up the island peaks that summon the most intrepid among us Gros & Petit Piton, St Lucia 2,618ft & 2,438ft A hiking pilgrimage through the Caribbean is nothing without a trek up …
Caribbean content creators have been producing a range of video material on YouTube and other platforms, attracting hundreds of thousands of viewers from around the world. Laura Dowrich recommends five of her favourites Lacking many of the restrictions of television or streamers, YouTube has become a hub for creators and viewers alike. The platform also …
More than ever, Caribbean coral reefs need your help! Caribbean Reef Buddy is going to resume their volunteer program once the international travel ban has been lifted. Projects which urgently require volunteers are Coral Reef Restoration and the Invasive Lionfish Containment Program, although all projects will be available to participate in. Caribbean Reef Buddy understands that …
Will these Caribbean mega projects be a game changer? Ultimately enhancing the standard of living of people living in the Caribbean. Caribbean Governments & private investors are eager to steer the region away from depending on hotel tourism to adopting modern technology and creating technical jobs for graduates and returning residents (expats). Which project really …
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Rodger’s Beach, San Nicolas, Aruba If you want to enjoy beautiful white sand beaches, friendly locals, windsurfing, kitesurfing or terrific diving – Aruba is a good place to call home (1). You may have been searching for the perfect spot in paradise to retire – or you may just be looking for adventure in a …
FOTO: Tulúm, Riviera Maya, Mexico. (Foto de Flickr/Jake Bellucci) The Yucatan Peninsula is a lovely place to spend a vacation, especially during the winter months. The coastline is filled with unique areas with plenty to see and do. Whether it’s for a honeymoon or a family vacation, many reasons to visit the Mexican Caribbean. …
If accommodation capacity is a problem, let’s get creative and restore our crumbling buildings to their former glory and welcome tourists to stay at places that have character and history. Our wildlife and public access to recreational areas in Curaçao are at great risk. The Curaçao government, along with APC, and the Papagayo Group want …