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RE: hows the safety on the caribbean coast?

by Queretaro 23 February 2011

There is no real change along the Caribbean coast - becoming a victim of drug crime is far less likely than many other problems (e.g.…
RE: where best to relax for one week still on a budget

by hopefulist 23 February 2011

Of those I've been to Guanaja, Roatán, Utila, and Caye Caulker. Here's my take in a nutshell: ::*Guanaja* doesn't fit your criteria -…
hows the safety on the caribbean coast?

by firefly350 23 February 2011

Hi All, I've been to Mexico a few times, and always felt (mostly) safe. I was thinking of planning another backpacking trip for mid-april.…
Re: Costa Rica Itinerary - 9 days in March - Non-touristy, natural beauty

by lovingliving 23 February 2011

Hi there Try Arenal for the Volcano with Lava, mountains and hot springs and then try the Caribbean Coast. Cahuita is untouched few…
RE: Dining in the Caribbean

by london78 23 February 2011

I would stick with those islands most heavily influenced by Europe - St Maarten, St Barths, ABCs etc. I think you're bang on with St…
RE: Fully refundable flights

by nutraxfornerves 23 February 2011

> I can't even book a flight/ train/ bus to Canada or mexico or flight to west indies or the rest of central america as the authorities…
RE: Perfect caribbean or central america on budget?

by mgtraveler 23 February 2011

All the above are good suggestions. As Jose says, DR is probably your best all around bet for an island given your interests and budget.…
RE: Which Island

by mgtraveler 23 February 2011

Everyone likes St. John, but it is pretty pricey (although you do have a few "budget" choices by SJ standards like Maho and Cinammon Bay…
RE: Dining in the Caribbean

by yaofeng 23 February 2011

For the best restaurant scene I suggest Aruba. You won't run out of selections what to eat and where to go.
Which Island

by kvannuland 22 February 2011

My husband and I want to take a spur of the moment vacation to the Caribbean, sick of the feet of snow up here in WI. There are so many…
RE: From New York to Havana.. please help.

by peloplata 22 February 2011

Nassau is an oft-used "Gateway City" for Americans on the East Coast enroute to Cuba. Cancun, although more distant often has super-cheap…
Dining in the Caribbean

by divegirl 22 February 2011

Can anyone tell me which island in the Caribbean has the best restaurants? My boyfriend and I are considering a trip next winter; I suggeste…
Caribbean Sea for 2 months

by traveltins 22 February 2011

Hello, we want to travel the Caribbean Sea (Island hopping) and Cuba for 2 months (March/ April). We just have a flight out of Cuba/…
RE: Perfect caribbean or central america on budget?

by JoseKevo 22 February 2011

Agree with domcom that RD is going to be the cheapest of your three Caribbean options. See what kind of airfare you can get flying into…
Re: Looking for "undiscovered" destination to "pop the question"

by marcs44 22 February 2011

First thing that comes to mind is Brazil - particularly Bahia. Lush forests, amazing beaches, great food. I know AA flies into Salvador…
Re: Looking for "undiscovered" destination to "pop the question"

by naturaldisaster 21 February 2011

Try Nicaragua. Island of Ometepe (go on tripadvisor for nice hotels, there are many - still have outdoorsy flavor) is good, as well as…
Island Hopper Air Passes

by speedyturtle 21 February 2011

Hi there, Does anyone know of any "island-hopper" type air passes available for travel in the Caribbean? I noticed on one post that Jamai…
2 Weeks in CR: Is this Itinerary Doable??

by rothwilder321 21 February 2011

My brother and I will be leaving June 18th for 2 weeks. Our interests are ecology, surfing, hiking, and taking in as much from the local…
RE: Need some advice

by catalina_cuervo 21 February 2011

Many times the question of do I go with private transfers or rent a car comes up. In the end the prices usually work out to be very similar.…
Need some advice

by travelbunni 21 February 2011

Hi All, my friend and I are planning to travel to Costa Rica in April and we are unsure of where to begin our travels, there is so much…
RE: recently single and looking for a yoga/cooking retreat

by yaofeng 21 February 2011

Perhaps you shouls look east instead of south for such a place? This time of the year people visiting the Caribbean are usually content…
Re: Which way round?

by lgannon 21 February 2011

Although we weren't even planning to go there, we went to Hopkins (2 weeks ago) and ended up spending over 4 wonderful days there. I suppose…
RE: 2.5 months in CA where to go?

by dbengston 20 February 2011

Our main interests and hopes for this trip are Nature! Surfing! Culture! History and ADVENTURE! We both LOVE hiking and being outside…
Re: Sail Caribbean Divers BVI

by halfport 20 February 2011

1. Good company I think. They do a lot of training. Nice boats. I dive with them occasionally. Owner is a decent guy. 2. Ask Sail Caribb…
Re: Crossing from Nicaragua on the Caribbean coast

by tiltedflipcurves 19 February 2011

Interesting historical tidbit: some of those river use rights date back to an [1888 arbritration decision by US President Grover Cleveland|h…