It's time for another Castaways in the Wild post! My favorite! It's been a couple months since the last Castaways in the Wild post and in that time I've received some stunning photos from you guys. This addition highlights Castaways in Grand Cayman, the Exumas, Key West, Hawaii, Turks and Caicos, Cozumel, Grenada and more. The photo above is from Castaways Brian and Paige as they relax at … [Read more...]
This little Caribbean travel blog is over three and half years old now. In that time I've received countless emails from readers that share the same passion. Many of them have questions about the island, rum and why I point in all my photos. After awhile you begin to see trends and what people really want to know. I would say the most common question I get asked is... What Caribbean island should … [Read more...]
Let's pretend you have unlimited funds, unlimited vacation time and you want the make the Caribbean your oyster. Your goal is to do the best and see the best the islands have to offer. Well the people of ISLANDS Magazine have put together a Reader's Choice list giving you the "Best of " Caribbean. Over 17,000 seasoned Caribbean travelers weighed in on the best the islands have to offer. Best … [Read more...]
I love the Bahamas. The people, the beaches, the water, the conch...what's not to love! They are easy to get to and with a nice summer time promotion, visiting the islands got even easier. Receive a $300 Instant Savings off of air-inclusive vacations of 6 nights or longer (all Bahamas destinations) OR a $200 Instant Savings off of air-inclusive vacations of 3, 4, and 5 nights to the Out Islands … [Read more...]
You never know when or where a great song will blow into your ear. It can hit you in the car, by word or mouth, at a salty beach bar or the internet. The when and where don't really matter after listening to it four or five times in a row, it's all about the feeling it gives you. When you know, you know. I was checking out the comments people where leaving on the new Blue Chair Bay Rum's … [Read more...]
What do you know about the Junkanoo festival in the Bahamas? You probably know it's a huge street party with people wearing huge colorful costumes. But do you know the history behind those costumes? Why the celebration takes place? If these are questions marks for you have, you're about ready to find out the history behind Junkanoo from a local. The wonderful people at the Chat N' Chill beach … [Read more...]
Five well known spirits professionals have come together to form the International Rum Council (IRC). Their mission is simple: Promote, advocate and champion the diverse and wonderful world of rum by engaging consumers through events, seminars and focus groups and by producing and distributing one-of-a-kind material on the topic. The IRC founding members are Dave Russell (RumGallery.com), Bob … [Read more...]
WEST END, Grand Bahama Island (March 26, 2013) – Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour, Grand Bahama Island’s premier resort and marina, invites guests to escape this summer with exceptional savings – book your vacation by May 20th, 2013 for travel by November 3rd, 2013 and receive $200 off any stay of 3, 4, or 5 nights OR $300 off any stay of 6 nights or longer. Old Bahama Bay will … [Read more...]
Get Ready To Rock The Ocean! On April 13th & 14th (11am to 9pm EST), Fort Lauderdale Beach will host Rock the Ocean’s inaugural Tortuga Music Festival. The beach will be transformed into an oceanfront music experience, featuring top country and rock artists and local culinary delights on the shores of the Florida coast. Sound like something you might like? Yeah, me too. Me and a … [Read more...]
Surrounded by water, islands are an oasis for the body and the mind. The best ones are difficult to get to, no jet liner or cruise ship will take you there, no bridge will let you drive your minivan loaded with kids there. The only way to get there is by boat, simple, slow, romantic. During my four day trip to Elbow Cay in the Abacos, I talked to many people about getting around the many … [Read more...]
It's cold and snowy in the majority of the US right now. Brrrrr! Gives me the shivers just thinking about snow. These photos sent in from Castaways during their travels will warm up even chillest of places. Take the above photo for example, tailgating machine and music lover, Rusty Smith creates the coolest gear then takes amazing photo with it on the beach. Warms me up just looking at it. Look … [Read more...]
Why I Write Close your eyes and remove yourself from the everyday. Picture your toes sinking into the sand as the waves kiss your ankles. It's a serene feeling that everyone should experience. I live a little bit of that life, living on the coast of southwest Florida and escaping to Caribbean to find adventure and inspiration whenever possible. If you have a love of the Caribbean and the island lifestyle then you have come to the right place. It's my passion to share the beauty of the island with … Read More
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