Caribbean Islands forum
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RE: Curacao - flights and cruises
by yaofeng 14 May 2012
None of Insel, Tiara or Avianca is good IMO in terms of price or equipment. That part of the Caribbean and SA is not Europe of NA, the…
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flights from africa to caribbean
by erstudente 14 May 2012
Hi all I'm planning a 12 months world-trip starting by the end of this year, visiting some places in South Asia / India / Middle East…
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RE: Travelling in CA with regular Samsonite suitcase
by chilipepper21 14 May 2012
Relax a bit....traveling and being paranoid about theft is not relaxing - just use common sense and put in place a few precautions. …
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RE: Dull and Boring Countries
by Ria 14 May 2012
Finland because it's seems just like Sweden. Japan, I don't know why but it just doesn't appeal to me whatsoever. Taiwan, Singapore…
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RE: Panama City to San Jose
by JACKYL01 13 May 2012
I agree but if you are spending five nts there why do you need to spend time in Cahuita? Instead of spending 7 nts in the vicinity Why…
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RE: American Report-back from Cuba
by peloblanco 13 May 2012
One of the best overall reports of the Cuban experience from newbies, or anyone. that I think I have ever read. You guys clearly planned…
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South African Cards in Cuba
by stirblue 12 May 2012
Hi all, We are currently in Mexico and going to Cuba in a couple of weeks. As often discussed here there is great confusion with which…
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RE: First time to Caribbean.. which island?
by neckervd 12 May 2012
Guadeloupe and Martinique have the best (signmarked) not dangerous rainforest trails and excellent hiking maps http://www.geoportail.fr/vis…
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RE: Venezuela.....what to do and see?p to
by footlooseferrett 11 May 2012
Angel Falls is probably the biggest attraction but there is also wildlife in Las Roques, stunning scenery in the Roraima national park,…
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RE: Euros not exchanged in Bocas del Toro
by UsvaAuer 11 May 2012
#1: "I would not expect to exchange euros on a remote island in Panama anymore than Pesos in the alps of Germany. " Bocas del Toro is…
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RE: Questions about Amtrak trip
by mgtraveler 11 May 2012
Umm mm .... This is the Caribbean branch. Try posting your question on the U.S. branch of Thorn Tree.
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RE: Loving v Virginia
by nutraxfornerves 11 May 2012
This was written in 1927, by Dorothy L.Sayers, a British author, but it probably applies to Americans as well. The context is Miss Timmins,…
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RE: what to do with limited time
by martiniman 11 May 2012
I totally disagree that St Vincent doesn't have nothing worthy to see or to do, that's really a bad judgement by many tourists that pass…
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RE: First time to Caribbean.. which island?
by mgtraveler 11 May 2012
You raise a good point #4. if the OP is looking for a more lush island that offers better hiking opportunities, St. Lucia, Grenada and…
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RE: First time to Caribbean.. which island?
by martiniman 11 May 2012
Barbados is a very good choice for your interests, even if it would be rainier in July. Like the #3 mentions, the rain is not a main…
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RE: Caribbean Island Suggestion
by martiniman 11 May 2012
@3 I agree that Barbados is a little more "civilized" and in certain criterias better than Antigua, but the latter really takes the prize…
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RE: Caribbean Island Suggestion
by mgtraveler 11 May 2012
Antigua is a fine island and, in fact, I would probably give a slight edge to its excellent beaches versus those of Barbados. Half Moon…
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Re: Best 5 Places to Visit before the Disappear for Ever from the Face of Earth
by mainze75 11 May 2012
It has to be the Maldives for me! Had a friend who went to the Caribbean and did some turtle conservation last year. Stumbled across …
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RE: Caribbean Island Suggestion
by martiniman 10 May 2012
I have been recently to Antigua and I believe it's a very interesting option based on your interests. It has stunning beaches (365 in…
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Re: gabon in september
by Moure 10 May 2012
oh my god, Africa is unpredictable. Why don't you go somewhere where all is predictable. maybe Mallorca if you are in Europe (the wheather…
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RE: Living Cheaply on the Beach for 6 months with child
by BOOMER1 10 May 2012
Be aware that Central & South America are VERY different options when it comes to "beach living". SA beach options tend to be resorts…
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RE: First time to Caribbean.. which island?
by mgtraveler 10 May 2012
One more comment re: rain in July. I wouldn't worry so much about the rain in Barbados in July (although Aruba/Curacao is by far "drier"…
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RE: First time to Caribbean.. which island?
by mgtraveler 10 May 2012
The Bocas vs either Aruba/Curacao or Barbados are a very different kind of place. Here's my quick summary of comparisons: Nature - Bocas…
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