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http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide Travel to the Caribbeans Tue, 03 May 2005 06:32:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 Music of Puerto Rico The music of Puerto Rico has been influenced by African and European (especially Spanish) forms, and has become popular across the Caribbean and in some communities worldwide. Native popular genres include bomba and plena, while more modern innovations include the hip hop fusion reggaeton. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/139/music-of-puerto-rico/ Early history Puerto Rican Music The history of the music on the island of Puerto Rico begins with its original inhabitants, the Taínos. While very little of their culture is left, perhaps traces of it can be found in some of the percussion instruments currently in use, particularly in the countryside. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/138/early-history-puerto-rican-music/ Musical Instruments The güiro is undoubtedly native to the island. It is a hollowed gourd with ridges cut into one side. A wire fork is rhythmically dragged over the ridges to produce an unusual percussion sound. It has found its way into many forms of Latin music. The Spanish guitar with six ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/137/musical-instruments/ Puerto Rican Music : Improvisation and Controversia The heart of much Puerto Rican music is the idea of improvisation in both the music and the lyrics. A performance takes on an added dimension when the audience can anticipate the response of one performer to a difficult passage of music or ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/136/puerto-rican-music-improvisation-and-controversia/ Puerto Rican Music : Bomba Bomba is a style of music and dance imported from West Africa during the time of slavery, with its modern development beginning in Loíza and Ponce. Bomba was played during the festival of St. James, since slaves were not allowed to worship their own gods, and ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/135/puerto-rican-music-bomba/ Puerto Rican Music : Danza Danza is a very sophisticated form of music that can be extremely varied in its expression; the Puerto Rican national anthem, "La Borinqueña", was originally a danza that was latter altered to fit a more anthem-like style. Danzas can be either romantic or festive. Romantic danzas ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/134/puerto-rican-music-danza/ Puerto Rican Music : Décima The décima has its roots in 16th century Spain and represents the earliest examples of the combination of native rhythms and the lyrics and melodies from the mother country. Décima is derived from Andalusian ballads that came to Puerto Rico in the late 17th century. Décima ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/133/puerto-rican-music-decima/ Puerto Rican Music : Seis The seis originated in the latter half of the 17th century in the southern part of Spain. The word means six, which may have come from the custom of having six couples perform the dance, though many more couples eventually became quite common. Men and women ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/132/puerto-rican-music-seis/ Puerto Rican Music : Aguinaldo The Aguinaldo is similar to Christmas carols, except that they are usually sung in a parranda, which is rather like a lively parade that moves from house to house in the neighborhood, looking for holiday food and drink. The melodies were subsequently used for the improvisational ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/131/puerto-rican-music-aguinaldo/ Puerto Rican Music : Plena Plena is a narrative song from the coastal regions of Puerto Rico, especially around Ponce. Its origins have been various claimed as far back as 1875 and as late as 1920. As rural farmers moved to San Juan and other cities, they brought plena with them ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/130/puerto-rican-music-plena/ Puerto Rican Music : Pop music Several international pop-stars have come from Puerto Rico or are of Puerto Rican descend, including Danny Rivera, perhaps the most popular in Puerto Rico itself, alongside Chayanne, J. Lo, Lucecita Benitez and Ricky Martin. Boy bands like Menudo and Los Chicos also topped charts worldwide ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/129/puerto-rican-music-pop-music/ Puerto Rican Music : Salsa Latin music on the island today is most widely represented by salsa, which in English means sauce. The music is of Afro-Caribbean, especially Cuban, origin and the term was probably coined first by Ricardo(Ritchie)Rey and Bobby Cruz. Salsa appears to have arisen in El Barrio of New ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/128/puerto-rican-music-salsa/ Puerto Rican Music : Nueva canción, hip hop and merengue Chilean nueva canción was popularized in the end of the decade, producing stars like El Jibaro and Antonio "El Topo" Caban Vale, both of whom were connected to the Puerto Rican independence movement. Hip hop stars like Vico C made Puerto ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/127/puerto-rican-music-nueva-cancion-hip-hop-and-merengue/ Puerto Rican Music : Son and mambo Son (music) and mambo are types of Cuban music that became very popular in Puerto Rico in the 1930s. Puerto Rican and Cuban immigrants soon brought the music to New York City, where it evolved into salsa music in the early 1950s. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/126/puerto-rican-music-son-and-mambo/ Puerto Rican Music : Reggaeton Reggaeton is a type of latin rap music and very big popular type of music in Puerto Rico that is very popular amoung the latino youth. It started in Panama with rapping in spanish and reggae but it originated in Puerto Rico with its influence of ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/125/puerto-rican-music-reggaeton/ The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Spanish: Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico) is a self-governing unincorporated organized territory of the United States located east of the Dominican Republic in the northeastern Caribbean. Puerto Rico, the smallest of the Greater Antilles, includes the main island of Puerto Rico and a number of ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/124/about-puerto-rico/ History of Puerto Rico When Europeans first arrived, the island of Puerto Rico was inhabited by a group of Arawak Indians known as Taínos. The Taínos called the island "Borikén". The first European contact was made by Christopher Columbus, on his second voyage to the Antilles, on November 19, 1493. Originally ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/123/history-of-puerto-rico/ Geography of Puerto Rico The archipelago of Puerto Rico consists of the main island of Puerto Rico and various smaller islands, including Vieques, Culebra, Mona, Desecheo and Caja de Muertos. The mainland measures some 170 km by 60 km (105 miles by 35 miles). It has a population of approximately ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/122/geography-of-puerto-rico/ Geology of Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is composed of Cretaceous to Eocene volcanic and plutonic rocks, which are overlain by younger Oligocene to recent carbonates and other sedimentary rocks. Most of the caverns and karst topography on the island occurs in the northern Oligocene to recent carbonates. The oldest rocks are ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/121/geology-of-puerto-rico/ Politics of Puerto Rico The island government is based on the U.S. Republic system composed of 3 branches: the Executive branch headed by the Governor, the Legislative branch consisting of a bicameral Legislative Assembly (a Senate and a House of Representatives) and the Judicial branch. The legal system is based on ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/120/politics-of-puerto-rico/ Economy of Puerto Rico The economic conditions in Puerto Rico have improved dramatically since the Great Depression due to external investment in capital-intensive industry such as petrochemicals pharmaceuticals and technology. Once the beneficiary of special tax treatment from the US government, today local industries must compete with those in more economically ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/119/economy-of-puerto-rico/ Demographics of Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is said to comprise a White majority, an extinct Amerindian population, persons of mixed ancestry, Africans and a small Asian minority. Recent genetic research, however, contradicts that information. Recent genetic research revealed a surprising picture about Puerto Rican heritage. It indicates that in relation to matrilineal ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/118/demographics-of-puerto-rico/ List of municipalities in Puerto Rico As a commonwealth associated with the United States, Puerto Rico does not have any first-order administrative divisions as defined by the U.S. Government, but there are 78 municipalities (as well as Isla Mona, a non-municipality that belongs to Puerto Rico) at the second order. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/117/list-of-municipalities-in-puerto-rico/ History of Saint Kitts and Nevis Originally colonies of the United Kingdom, Saint Kitts and Nevis along with Anguilla, became an associated state with full internal autonomy in 1967. Anguilla rebelled and was allowed to secede in 1971. St. Kitts and Nevis achieved independence in 1983. In August 1998, a vote ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/116/history-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ Politics of Saint Kitts and Nevis The country is an independent Commonwealth Realm with Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state, represented in St. Kitts and Nevis by a governor general, who acts on the advice of the Prime Minister and the cabinet. The prime minister is the leader ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/115/politics-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ Parishes of Saint Kitts and Nevis There are fourteen parishes: Christ Church Nichola Town Saint Anne Sandy Point Saint George Basseterre Saint George Gingerland Saint James Windward Saint John Capisterre Saint John Figtree Saint Mary Cayon Saint Paul Capisterre Saint Paul Charlestown Saint Peter Basseterre Saint Thomas Lowland Saint Thomas Middle Island Trinity Palmetto Point http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/114/parishes-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ Economy of Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Kitts and Nevis was the last sugar monoculture in the Eastern Caribbean. Faced with a sugar industry that was finding it increasingly difficult to earn a profit, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis embarked on a program to diversify the agricultural sector and ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/113/economy-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ Demographics of Saint Kitts and Nevis As of July 2000, there were 38 819 inhabitants; their average life expectancy was 70.73 years. Emigration has historically been very high, and the population is about 25% lower than at its peak of about 51,100 in 1960. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/112/demographics-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ Music of Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Kitts and Nevis is an island nation in the Caribbean, known for a number of musical celebrations including Carnival (December 24 to January 2). The last week in June features the St Kitts Music Festival, while the week-long Culturama on Nevis lasts from the ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/111/music-of-saint-kitts-and-nevis/ History of Saint Lucia Arawak Amerindians first settled on the island in the 3rd century AD, while the Caribs later took over. European discovery of the island is somewhat vague, but it was probably discovered around 1500 by the Spanish explorer Juan de la Cosa. After some early failed attempts to ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/110/history-of-saint-lucia/ Politics of Saint Lucia Being a Commonwealth Realm, the head of state of Saint Lucia is the British monarch, represented on the island by a Governor-General. Executive power, however, is in the hands of the prime minister and his cabinet. The prime minister is normally the head of the party winning ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/109/politics-of-saint-lucia/ Quarters of Saint Lucia The island of Saint Lucia is divided into 11 quarters: Anse-la-Raye Castries Choiseul Dauphin Dennery Gros Islet Laborie Micoud Praslin Soufrière Vieux Fort http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/108/quarters-of-saint-lucia/ Geography of Saint Lucia The volcanic island of Saint Lucia is more mountainous than many other Caribbean islands, with the highest point being Mount Gimie, at 950 m above sea level. Two other mountains, the Pitons, form the island's most famous landmark. They are located near Soufrière, on the western side ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/107/geography-of-saint-lucia/ Economy of Saint Lucia The recent changes in the European Union import preference regime and the increased competition from Latin American bananas have made economic diversification increasingly important in Saint Lucia. The island nation has been able to attract foreign business and investment, especially in its offshore banking and tourism industries. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/106/economy-of-saint-lucia/ Demographics of Saint Lucia The small population of Saint Lucia is mostly black or of mixed descent; just 1% are of European origin, with an East Indian minority of some 3%. The official language of the country is English, but a patois based mainly on French is also spoken. The majority ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/105/demographics-of-saint-lucia/ Music of Saint Lucia The island of Saint Lucia, located in the Caribbean, has seen a recent upsurge in interest in its native music. The government has seen value in promoting a music industry, and has formed the Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) to accomplish this goal. In 2004, the first-ever M&C ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/104/music-of-saint-lucia/ History of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Carib Indians aggressively prevented European settlement on St. Vincent until the 18th century. African slaves--whether shipwrecked, escaped from St. Lucia and Grenada and seeking refuge in St. Vincent, or captured by Carib raiders--intermarried with the Caribs and became known as black Caribs. Beginning in ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/103/history-of-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ Politics of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a parliamentary democracy within the Commonwealth of Nations. Queen Elizabeth II is head of state and is represented on the island by a governor general, an office with mostly ceremonial functions. Control of the government rests with the ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/102/politics-of-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ Economy of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Agriculture, dominated by banana production, is the most important sector of this lower-middle-income economy. The services sector, based mostly on a growing tourist industry, is also important. The government has been relatively unsuccessful at introducing new industries, and a high unemployment rate of 22% ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/101/economy-of-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ Demographics of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Most Vincentians are the descendants of African slaves brought to the island to work on plantations. There also are a few white descendants of English colonists, as well as some East Indians, Carib Indians, and a sizable minority of mixed race. The country's ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/100/demographics-of-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ Communications In 1998, Saint Vincent had 20,500 telephones. Its telephone system is islandwide and fully automatic, with VHF/UHF radiotelephone from Saint Vincent to the other islands of the Grenadines and Barbados. It has a new SHF radiotelephone to Grenada and to Saint Lucia; access to Intelsat earth station in Martinique through ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/99/communication-in-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines/ Saint Martin is a tropical island in the northeast Caribbean, approximately 150 miles east of Puerto Rico. The 88 km² (38 square-mile) island is divided roughly in half between France and the Netherlands: the southern, Dutch half is called Sint Maarten and is part of the Netherlands Antilles; the northern, ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/98/about-saint-martin/ History of Saint-Martin/Sint Maarten In 1493, Christopher Columbus, an Italian sea captain financed by Spanish royalty, embarked on his second voyage to the New World. According to legend, Columbus sighted and perhaps anchored at the island of Saint Martin on November 11, 1493, the feast day of Saint Martin of ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/97/history-of-saint-martinsint-maarten/ Political status France and the Netherlands agreed to divide the island on November 11, 1648. Sint Maarten is part of the Netherlands Antilles, which is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands though not in the European Union. Its currency is the Antillean Guilder. A proposed restructuring of the Netherlands Antilles would ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/96/political-status-fo-saint-martin/ Sint Maarten, the "Dutch side", is known for its festive nightlife, fun beaches, and plentiful casinos, while Saint-Martin, the "French side", is known more for its sexy daylife of world-famous nude beaches, jewelry and clothes shopping, exotic drinks made with native rum-based Guavaberry liquors, and rich French Caribbean cuisine. The island ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/95/saint-martin-characteristics-and-tourist-information/ Rental cars are the primary mode of transportation for visitors staying on island. The island is served by several well-known agencies. It is common and recommended to reserve a rental car over the Internet through a discount Caribbean specialist, well in advance of arrival. If any driving is expected off ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/94/saint-martin-car-rentals/ The island is prone to hurricane activity, especially in the late summer and early fall months and tourism is usually down dramatically during this time. Many shops, restaurants, and other local businesses close completely during hurricane season. Neighboring islands include Saint Barts, Anguilla, Saba, Sint Eustatius, Saint Kitts, and Nevis. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/93/saint-martin-advice-for-travelers/ The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is a nation located in the southern Caribbean Sea, off the coast of Venezuela. It is an archipelagic state consisting of two main islands, Trinidad and Tobago, and 21 smaller islands, the most important being Chacachacare, Monos, Huevos, Gaspar Grande (or Gasparee), Little Tobago ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/92/about-trinidad-and-tobago/ History of Trinidad and Tobago Prior to European contact, the island of Trinidad was occupied by various Amerindian tribes including the Arawak-speaking Nepoya and Suppoya and the Carib speaking Yao. Tobago was inhabited by Island Caribs (Kalinago). The aboriginal name for Trinidad was Kairi or Iere which is usually said to ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/91/history-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Politics of Trinidad and Tobago The Head of State of Trinidad and Tobago is the president, currently Professor Emeritus George Maxwell Richards. The President is elected by an Electoral College consisting of the full membership of both houses of Parliament. The parliament consists of two chambers, the Senate (31 seats) and ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/90/politics-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Regional Corporations and Municipalities of Trinidad and Tobago The local government bodies consist of nine Regional Corporations and five municipalities in Trinidad and the Tobago House of Assembly in Tobago. The five towns with municipality-status are: The Borough of Arima The Borough of Chaguanas The City of Port-of-Spain The Borough of Point Fortin The City of San ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/89/regional-corporations-and-municipalities-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Geography of Trinidad and Tobago The terrain of the islands is a mixture of mountains and plains. The highest point in the country is found on the Northern Range at El Cerro del Aripo which is situated at 940 m above sea level. The climate is tropical. There are two seasons ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/88/geography-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Economy of Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago has earned a reputation as an excellent investment site for international businesses. A leading performer the past four years has been the booming natural gas sector. Tourism is a growing sector, although not proportionately as important as in many other Caribbean islands. The ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/87/economy-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Demographics of Trinidad and Tobago The two predominant ethnic groups are Indo-Trinidadians, the descendants of indentured labourers from India (40.3% of the population) and Afro-Trinidadians who descend from African slaves (39.5%). Together the two groups form about 79.8% of the population; most of the remainder are people of mixed descent, with ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/86/demographics-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Culture of Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago are famous as the birthplace of calypso music, as well as the development of the steel pan, which is widely claimed to be the only acoustic musical instrument invented during the 20th century. The diverse cultural and religious background allows for many ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/85/culture-of-trinidad-and-tobago/ Demographics of the U.S. Virgin Islands Population: 120,917 (July 2000 est.) Age structure: 0-14 years: 27.8% (male 17,258; female 16,359) 15-64 years: 63.72% (male 35,026; female 42,021) 65 years and over: 8.48% (male 4,435; female 5,818) (2000 est.) Population growth rate: 1.07% (2000 est.) Birth rate: 15.96 births/1,000 population (2000 est.) Death rate: 5.36 deaths/1,000 population (2000 ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/84/demographics-of-the-us-virgin-islands/ History of the U.S. Virgin Islands The Virgin Islands were originally settled by the Ciboney, Carib, and Arawaks. The islands were named by Christopher Columbus on his second voyage in 1493. Over the next three hundred years, the islands were held by many European powers, including Spain, England, Holland, France, the ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/83/history-of-the-us-virgin-islands/ Geography of the U.S. Virgin Islands The U.S. Virgin Islands are located in the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, about 50 miles east of Puerto Rico. The territory consists of four main islands: Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Croix, and Water Island, as well as several dozen smaller islands. The ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/82/geography-of-the-us-virgin-islands/ Politics of the U.S. Virgin Islands The U.S. Virgin Islands are an organized, unincorporated territory of the United States. Although U.S. citizens, Virgin Islanders cannot vote in U.S. Presidential elections. The main political parties in the U.S. Virgin Islands are the Democratic Party of the Virgin Islands, the Independent Citizen's Movement (ICM), ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/81/politics-of-the-us-virgin-islands/ Economy of the U.S. Virgin Islands Tourism is the primary economic activity. The islands normally host 2 million visitors a year, many of whom visit on cruise ships. The manufacturing sector consists of petroleum refining, textile, electronics, rum distilling, pharmaceutical, and watch assembly plants. The agricultural sector is small, with most ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/80/economy-of-the-us-virgin-islands/ Andros Attractions Andros Lighthouse Androsia Batik Factory and Outlet Store Central Andros Sites Marguerite Sisal Factory North Andros Sites Mariner’s Well Native Colony Ruins St. Mary’s Catholic Church St. Stephen's Anglican Church Star Gate Blue Hole Voice of Deliverance Church South Andros Public Library Barrier Reef And Tongue Of The Ocean Captain Bill’s Blue ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/79/bahamas-andros-attractions/ Andros As the largest and least-explored island in The Islands Of The Bahamas, Andros offers a wide variety of activities for just about everyone. Known as "The Bonefishing Capital of the World," it is flat (except for the east coast) and marked by numerous inlets and inland lakes teeming with ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/78/bahamas-andros/ Bimini Attractions Bimini Boat Building Lost City of Atlantis Shark Mound The Freshwater Wells of Bimini Lost City of Atlantis Shark Mound Bimini Biological Field Station Bimini Museum Hemingway Museum http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/77/bahamas-bimini-attractions/ Bimini The Bimini group is 50 miles (80km) east of Miami and spans an area no larger than 10 square miles (26 sq km). The main island, North Bimini (or simply 'Bimini') is barely seven miles long (11km) and no more than 1,200ft (366m) across at its widest point. The ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/76/bahamas-bimini/ Cat Island Attractions Hermitage on Mt. Alvernia Deveaux Mansion http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/75/bahamas-cat-island-attractions/ Cat Island Cat Island - Is one of the most beautiful, fertile islands in The Bahamas and boasts the highest elevation of them all with Mt. Alvernia at 206 feet. Its 150 sq. miles is covered with rolling hills of dense green forests and uncounted miles of magnificent beaches. This ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/74/bahamas-cat-island/ Eleuthera/Harbour Island Attractions Glass Window Bridge: Gregorytown Ocean Hole: Rock Sound Preacher's Cave Hayne’s Library: Governor’s Harbour Windermere Island Harbour Island Gregory Town Glass Window Bridge http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/73/bahamas-eleutheraharbour-island-attractions/ Eleuthera/Harbour Island Miles of glistening pink and white sand beaches, serene colonial villages and rolling acres of pineapple plantations make Eleuthera Island an island of the most casual sophistication. The cool laziness of Eleutheran life and dusty-yet-drenched colours of the island give it the feel of a giant illusion. Rated as ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/72/bahamas-eleutheraharbour-island/ Grand Bahama Island Attractions Garden of The Groves Hydroflora Gardens Sunset Village The Heritage Trail Fragrance of The Bahamas (The Perfume Factory) International Bazaar Sir Charles Hayward Library Teen Center Ye Olde Pirate Bottle House Museum Lucayan National Park Peterson Cay National Park Rand Nature Centre Bowling & Recreation Center Freeport Rugby Club Grand Bahama Tennis & Squash Club ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/71/bahamas-grand-bahama-island-attractions/ Grand Bahama Island Fifty miles (80km) east of Miami, Grand Bahama is an idyllic island of white beaches and aquamarine seas beneath which the coral reefs teem with life. Most visitors stay in Freeport, a few miles inland, or its seaside suburb Lucaya on the south coast of the island. Freeport/Lucaya ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/70/bahamas-grand-bahama-island/ Inagua It lies 325 miles southeast of Nassau. Henri Christophe, the self-proclaimed Haitian king, is supposed to have had a summer palace built for himself here in the very early part of the 19th century, but no traces of it can be found today. This island is much closer to ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/69/bahamas-inagua/ Long Island Attractions Hidden Coves Secluded Beaches Dunmore Plantation St. Mary's Church Columbus Monument: Columbus Point Dean's Blue Hole Hamilton's Cave Long Island Community Library Long Island Museum http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/68/bahamas-long-island-attractions/ Long Island An uninterrupted 80-mile stretch of contrasting coastlines gives Long Island its name and a distinct landscape. The island is divided by the Tropic of Cancer and bordered by two very different coasts, one with rocky cliffs and caves that dip suddenly into the sea and the other with broad ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/67/bahamas-long-island/ Mayaguana Attractions Emerald and Turquoise Beaches Easter Monday - Public Holiday Whit Monday - Public Holiday Independence Day (Observed) - Public Holiday Emancipation Day - Public Holiday Discovery Day (Observed) - Public Holiday Remembrance Day Christmas Day - Public Holiday Boxing Day (Observed) - Public Holiday http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/66/bahamas-mayaguana-attractions/ Mayaguana This unspoiled, mostly undiscovered slice of The Bahamas is a favorite stopover for yacht enthusiasts, offering a peaceful, quiet and relaxing vacation and miles of unspoiled beaches for swimming, scuba diving and shelling enthusiasts. Mayaguana Island is home to 312 locals and the Bahama hutia -- a cross between ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/65/bahamas-mayaguana/ Nassau/Paradise Island Attaractions Ardastra Gardens & Conservation Center Bahamas Historical Society Museum Balcony House Bay Street Bethel Baptist Church Christ Church Cathedral Coconut Grove Public Library Department of Archives Eastern Public Library Educulture Tours (Junkanoo) Fort Charlotte Fort Fincastle Fort Montagu Garden of Remembrance Government House Graycliff Inn and Restaurant Gregory ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/64/bahamas-nassauparadise-island-attaractions/ Nassau/Paradise Island Come visit the jewel of The Islands Of The Bahamas -- Nassau/Paradise Island. As the cultural, social, political and economic centre of The Bahamas, it is the most visited destination in the islands. Nassau/Paradise Island has much to offer visitors. There are more sights and activities here than you ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/63/bahamas-nassauparadise-island/ San Salvador Attractions Dixon Hill Lighthouse New World Museum UNESCO Monument Cut Cay Great Lake Preserve Watling’s Castle/Sandy Point Estate Chicago Herald Monument The Landfall Park Bahamian Field Station Big Fortune Hill Plantation Nao Santa Maria Monument Pigeon Creek Site San Salvador Beaches . Bonefish Bay, at Club Med, known for its abundant bonefish . Long Bay, at the Columbus Monument site . Grotto Beach, at ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/62/bahamas-san-salvador-attractions/ San Salvador San Salvador is located in the far eastern Bahamas. The small island of San Salvador, just a few miles from Cat Island and sprinkled with land-locked lakes, was allegedly Christopher Columbus' first stop in the New World. Most visitors come to the island to dive in the crystal-clear waters ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/61/bahamas-san-salvador/ The Abaco Island Attractions Abaco National Park Abaco Wild Horse Preserve Carlton Point at Treasure Cay Green Turtle Cay Library Hope Town Lighthouse Loyalist Memorial Sculpture Garden Lumber Camp Ruins Marsh Harbour Community Library Mikes Bar & Restaurant Pelican Cays Land & Sea Park Pelican Cays Land & Sea Park The Albert Lowe Museum The Blue Bee Bar Treasure Cay Library & ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/60/bahamas-the-abaco-island-attractions/ The Abacos The chain of tiny Abacos islands stretches for 200 miles (322km) and form the most northerly part of the Bahamas nation. Situated only 200 miles (322km) from Miami they are a popular holiday destination, and therefore fairly well developed for tourism. The Sea of Abaco, the protected waters in ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/59/bahamas-the-abacos/ The Berry Islands These largely uninhabited islands offer spectacular diving and snorkeling and are known for championship sportsfishing, second only to the Biminis. this group of 30 cays covers an area of 12 sq. miles. With names like Fish Cay, Bird Cay, Frozen Cay, Whale Cay and Little Whale Cay, ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/58/bahamas-the-berry-islands/ Berry Island Attractions Mamma Rhoda Rock This spiky, shallow coral reef is a must for divers; only 16 feet high, crawfish and moray eels share living space in the hole-filled rocks. Queen's Beach Offers beach lovers three miles of sandy, pine-treed beach. Sand Dollar Hill A sandy shoal offering great shell pickings. Sugar Beach Caves These caves, considered ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/57/bahamas-berry-island-attractions/ Exumas Attractions Allan's Cay Baraterre Big Farmer's Cay Exuma Dive Centre Exuma National Land & Sea Park Ferry Forbes Hill George Town Hawksbill Cay Hermitage Tomb Highbourne Cay Hog Cay Hog Cay Moss Town Mount Thompson Norman's Cay Pigeon Cay Plantation Ruins Rolletown Rolleville Sampson Cay Staniel Cay Steventon Stocking Island Beach Straw Market Stuart ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/56/bahamas-the-exumas-attractions/ The Exumas The Exumas are a collection of 365 cays and islands stretching over 120 miles. Two main islands, Great Exuma and Little Exuma, form the southern tip. Home to the Bahamas National Trust’s Exuma National Land and Sea Park--one of the largest underwater and land preserves, Exuma is a nature ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/55/bahamas-the-exumas/ Windward Point Pack a lunch and take a hike along the rocky coast line of Windward Point or the long road that runs from North Side all the way to Island Harbour. At the far eastern tip of Anguilla is a small hill with panoramic views in all directions. This is ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/54/anguilla-windward-point/ Savannah Bay The Savannah bay is usually shallow and sandy along the shore, but strong weather can change the bay bottom. The swimming is excellent, but as with all Atlantic beaches, the currents and surf can be strong at certain times of the year. It is located on the eastern ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/53/anguilla-savannah-bay/ Mimi Bay Located on the southeastern coast of the Island, the coastline is rocky with strong surf. This is the place to find unusual corals and beautiful shells. Isolated rugged and not a great place for swimming, this beach is perfect for shelling and hiking. Take a buddy while going. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/52/anguilla-mimi-bay/ Sandy Hill Bay A cresent of sand on a protected bay, Sandy Hill beach is a pleasant place to sun and swim. A favorite beach of the local population. A number of villas, some rental villas line the hills around this beach. Check out the panorama of Sandy Hill beach. Just ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/51/anguilla-sandy-hill-bay/ Forest Bay Information will be available very soon http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/50/anguilla-forest-bay/ Elsie Bay Probably Anguilla's smallest beach, this tiny jewel has some unusual snorkeling opportunities. Several rental villas are within walking distance of this beach. Situated just east of Little Harbour on the southern coast. This is a popular local spot for picnics, but most of the time it is completely ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/49/anguilla-elsie-bay/ Little Harbour Little Bay is located near Crocus Bay and the Valley, but it feels very secluded and is a favorite spot for boat excursions and snorkeling. Little Harbour is the most protected bay in Anguilla, but very shallow. We sailed our Laser sailboat here when we didn't know what we ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/48/anguilla-little-harbour/ Blowing Point Visitors arrive by plane at Wallblake Airport in the very centre of the island and by ferry at Blowing Point on the south coast. Blowing Point is the ferry port for Anguilla, this strip of beach has a very selcuded area to the west of the ferry that ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/47/anguilla-blowing-point/ Rendezvous Bay One the most spectacular beaches on Anguilla is Rendezvous Bay Beach. This long perfect crescent faces St. Martin and has plenty of room for three resorts, while still having long stretches of undeveloped beach. Going from east to west on the bay, the first resort we come to is ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/46/anguilla-rendezvous-bay/ Merrywing Bay Take the road west from the airport for approximately 4 miles. Follow the signs to Paradise Cove but continue straight to Cove Bay. Park at Cove Bay and walk around the public jetty to Merrywing Bay. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/45/anguilla-merrywing-bay/ Cove Bay Large sand dunes and a gentle cresent beach make this beach a good place for a private picnic. One restaurant sits on the eastern end of the beach and a public jetty is nearby. To reach the beach take the road west from the airport approximately 4.5 miles. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/44/anguilla-cove-bay/ Maunday's Bay Beach A magnificent curve of beach, home to Cap Juluca, whose white domes stand stark against the tropical blue sky. You cannot access the beach without going through the resort. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/43/anguilla-maundays-bay-beach/ Shoal Bay West A much quieter beach than its easterly namesake, but equally beautiful with a perfect crescent shaped bay, fine white sand with sometimes exposed rock, good swimming, and views to St Martin. There is a beach restaurant and two of Anguilla’s architecturally striking resorts. http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/42/anguilla-shoal-bay-west/ Captains Bay Captains Bay is on the north coast just before the eastern tip of the island. This quarter mile stretch of perfect white sand is bounded on the left by a rocky shoreline where Atlantic waves break spectacularly. There is one home, a large one, at this remote spot. ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/41/anguilla-captains-bay/ Island Harbour Island Harbour is a picturesque lobstering and fishing village on the northwest side of the Island. This calm, protected beach runs along the main road of Island Harbour fishing village. Colorful boats dance on their line in the turquoise sea. The beach is sandy and has some rocky ... http://caribbean.traveltoworld.com/caribbean-islands-travel-guide/40/anguilla-island-harbour/