Trinidad, to be honest with you I don't know a whole lot about this island. I know that it's a large exporter of oil, is the last island in the Eastern Caribbean chain and that it is one of the best places to experience carnival. I've also heard reports of crime and a government imposed curfew. So inlight of saying negative things about the islnad I usually just leave it off my radar. Then I saw … [Read more...]
I can't tell you how often my mind drifts back to the Diamant. Plowing through the Caribbean, under full sail, with Grenadine islands sprinkled across the horizon, if that isn't heaven on Earth I don't know what is. Wanna take a little trip? I thought so. You will escape to the Southeastern and sail the seas aboard the Diamant when you watch this video. Sun on your skin, rum in your hand and … [Read more...]
What is it about deserted islands that attracts us so much? Is it the untouched beauty? The escape from civilization? Maybe it's the dream of being an explorer and claiming an island for yourself? How about all of the above. Sandy Island, just off the coast of Carriacou, is a place that can make any deserted island fantasy come true. We sailed north on the Diamant to the island of Carriacou to … [Read more...]
The Grenadine Islands are volcanic in origin, they have lush green mountains and plenty of deep water anchorages. One island is special though, it wasn't built by fire and brimstone, it was hand made out in the middle of the bay on Union Island. Welcome to Happy Island. If you've been to the town of Clifton on Union Island and gazed out into the harbor you probably saw an little spit of … [Read more...]
Bequia is a gem in the Grenadine Islands and one of the things that make it shine is Princess Margaret Beach. Today's Island Lime Video deposits you onto the sands of this natural beach. If it were anymore real, you'd have sand on your feet. Activity on Bequia has always been centered around the deep water harbor and protected shores of Admiralty Bay, there are a number of other locations and … [Read more...]
She has gorgeous curves and when she moves you can tell she knows what she's doing. Her body slides gently side to side and everyone who rides her cherishes every minute. Heads out of the gutter people. The lady I'm speaking of is a majestic tall ship, the Diamant. This Island Windjammers vessel has class and comfort, at a relatively small size of 101ft., this schooner offers amenities that you … [Read more...]
Close your eye and remove yourself form the everyday. I think that statement fits the Island Lime Video series perfectly. Just the waves, the sand and a tropical day dream. If you don't feel more removed from the everyday after watching these videos then you should check into a hospital. Too harsh? Nah. Today's video was shot in the Tobago Cays on the island of Baradal. Part of St. Vincent and … [Read more...]
I had been staring at this particular date on the calendar for quite some time, the day in question was a limin' beach day in the pristine Tobago Cays. The Tobago Cays are a national marine park in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Many visitors have said that this small, reef protected cluster of islands is the most beautiful place in the Caribbean. The Caribbean is home to thousands of … [Read more...]
Climbing out of a dinghy onto a deserted strip of beach is a feeling best described as "pinch me". That's the feeling I got when my feet sunk deeply into the brownish sand of Anse La Roche on the Grenadian island of Carriacou. After checking out of Grenada waters on Carriacou, Captain Matt wanted to stop at a special slice of paradise before we headed north to Union Island to anchor for the … [Read more...]
The island of Bequia, part of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, holds many treasures. Spectacular views, fascinating traditions and some great restaurants. This little island has an addictive charm and I catch myself thinking about it regularly. Little over a month ago I wrote a post about Mac's Pizza on Bequia, how I kept reading all these stunning reviews and something about a legendary lobster … [Read more...]
Lace up your walking shoes, it's time to take part in the Cultural Crawl on the island of Mayreau in the Grenadines. This little island is about ready to make you work for your ice cold beers and boat drinks. I said this before, Mayreau really surprised me. At only 1.5 square miles and a population of around 300, Mayreau really packs in the fun and island beauty. Not only is it home to Salt … [Read more...]
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Who I am and 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 and listen to the coconut palms rustle in the gentle sea breeze. That’s a nice feeling isn’t it? I live a little bit of that life and want to share my tropical dreams with you. My name is Ryan and I hale from the land-locked, can’t get any further from the ocean, state of Kansas. I moved to laid back southwest Florida back in 2001 and have … Read More
