Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch!

Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch.

We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to the Caribbean here. It is highly recommended that new users do a search of the Thorn Tree before posting a new thread, as you may find many of the answers you seek that way.

Choosing a country to post to:

When you make a post and choose a country from the drop down menu, your post will be added to that country but will also display in the general Caribbean branch. If your post covers more than one country, please only add it to the country it is mostly about, not to all the countries - it won't increase the number of replies you get and will mean your post will appear multiple times in theCaribbean branch.

Comments about Lonely Planet Guidebooks:

If you used an LP guidebook on your trip and want to share your take on things with other users, we'd be thr... more »

Is Jamaica safe for backpackers?

Hello doughty travelers

My husband and I are planning a trip to Caribbean Islands in mid September. We are arriving at Cuba and were thinking of flying to Jamaica until we read about the criminals, rapes, drug sellers, etc. I would really appreciate if you could give us some suggestions regarding the safety issues. Do you think we should plan a trip as backpackers or should avoid Jamaica? What are the safest destinations in Jamaica? We have shoestring budget and cannot afford inclusive five stars resorts and/or to hire a private driver unless the price is reasonable and you can recommend a trustful driver.

I would also be pleased if anyone can tell us the best and cheapest way of traveling to/from Jamaica. I know that there are no ferries and I think flying is the only option as our first destination is Cuba. Are there any cheap flights?

Millions of thanks for your t... more »

25 days in San Juan

Hello, I'm looking for the cheapest hotel room available that is as close as possible to the Port of San Juan. Everything I find on my own has been around 85 dollars. That would really blow my budget apart. Also, I would like to rent a car while I am there, cheapest price possible please. I'll be there for close to a month. I'm not opposed to trying a hostel, but prefer a hotel. Thanks in advance.

Post-bar solo vacation suggestions

I'm looking for somewhere fun to go post-bar. I'll be travelling by myself due to some poor planning, but I know I'll still be able to have a good time. I feel like I ought to mention I'm a woman, so maybe security is somewhat of an issue, but I'm a pretty seasoned traveler and I've traveled alone before.

I am looking for suggestions for where I should go! I haven't really narrowed it down much, but here's a basic idea of what I'm looking for: laid back, excellent food (I'm adventurous and I love spicy things), really beautiful landscape (not too developed) and beautiful beaches. I basically want to chill for a few days, eat some delicious food, and partake in various water sports and possibly hiking. I've been to the Dominican Republic, and while I enjoyed that trip I think I want to go somewhere else this time around.

Other than islands generally, suggestions about specific p... more »

Puerto Rico wonderings

Hello,
I would like to ask for some advice. I do not know too much about Puerto Rico at the moment. I am planning a trip to a warm area in December. I was wondering whether Puerto Rico is big enough or has enough to do for ten days. My idea is to rent a car to go around the island. I do not like organized tours or organized activities. I do not mind spending a couple of days exploring beaches, but I would like to spend the other days hiking and enjoying small villages. Is a ten-day trip too long?
I do not need to have an itinerary right now, I would like just to know whether it is worth going to Puerto Rico for 10 days if I am not interested in just relaxing under the sun on the beach.
Cheers,
Marco

flight from Curacao to latin america destinations...

a simple question: in your experience which one is the cheapest flight destination from Curacao to Latin America?

travelling around caribbean islands

hi guys
we wish we could visit all,well, many, islands of caribbean and we were wondering which could be the best and cheapest way to realize this dream. for sure i guess it will happen via sea but we have no idea how could we do it. cargo ships? hitchike sailing boats? cruises?hope to get news from you
thanks in advance

Resort room Sublease July 6

I accidently reserved for one more Resort room in Las Casitas Village (Checking in on July 6, leaving on July 7). It's located in fajardo and is the only 4.5 Star Resort in Puerto Rico. The discounted price on price line is 281.78(Tax&Fee included).

I will sublease at $198 if anyone is interested.

My email: danny.gu.shop@gmail.com