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Three Sheets Survivies Tahiti

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Another great episode of Three Sheets. I really can’t get enough of this show. This time we venture to the French Polynesian islands of Tahiti. I know it’s the Caribbean but hey, it still has amazing water and an island way of life that we all love. Tahiti might just be one of the most [...]

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Lesser and Greater Antilles / Windward and Leeward Islands – What is What?

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Up, down, north, south, Lesser Antilles, Windward islands; it can all be a little confusing. Let’s set sail and figure out this mystery of the geographical names of the Caribbean Sea. (Photo via (www.definitivecaribbean.com) Which islands are in the Greater Antilles and Lesser Antilles? The West Indies are composed of the islands of the Caribbean [...]

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Barbados Naked Part 3 – Activities and Things to Do

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Here is the last of the article of the Bardados Naked series by Definitive Caribbean. Click on Part 1 and Part 2 to read the previous articles.  These stories were written awhile back so some of the shopping places might not be perfectly up-to-date, but will be close.  My Barbados friends usually leave comments and [...]

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RumShopRyan Iphone App – Escapism in your Pocket

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Are you stuck in an airport watching planes getting de-iced on a long layover?  Are you riding shotgun and need a little pick-me up?  Or are you sitting at the beach and begin to wonder which Caribbean island has the best umbrella drinks? Problems solved! Now you can read all about the Caribbean beach lifestyle [...]

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Barbados Naked – Part 2

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This is the second installment of Barbados Naked series.  Read Part 1 here. Food and Cooking Barbados style You can eat well on the island – some of the best restaurants in the Caribbean are along the West Coast but you really should venture out from the tourist areas if you want to really ‘taste’ [...]

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Ten Important Things That You Should Do in Dominica

January 1, 2010

Happy New Year everyone. Here is a nice little article I found on Dominica, the nature island.  I have been doing a lot of reading on this rugged rock, located in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean.  It has captured my imagination.  Here are 10 “must do” things when visiting Dominica.  I hope it captures [...]

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The Ultimate Bar Guide for a BVI Yacht Charter

December 26, 2009

Here is a great article I found about BVI beach bars.  If you’re sailing around the Drake Channel check some of these out.  Cheers! ************************** What is a Caribbean Vacation without a few cocktails and some adventure? While cruising on a BVI Yacht Charter offers some of the finest luxuries any vacation can offer, it [...]

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What is the Best Caribbean Cruise Line and Route?

December 25, 2009

Caribbean cruises are all the rage these days. When you consider the range of amenities and facilities, the varied ports of call, and the range of activities on offer, Caribbean cruises are pretty good value. They offer much more than any one Caribbean resort can offer, and can be great fun no matter what the [...]

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Ideal Resorts For Couples in the Caribbean

December 19, 2009

Caribbean resorts are the best locations for young couples, newlyweds and ‘marital veterans’, especially if they are celebrating an anniversary. The scenery is breathtaking, from soft white sandy beaches to the deepest and warmest blue seas – this is a holiday that is guaranteed to impress. What makes this one of the best destinations in [...]

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Cruising the Caribbean Living on a Sailboat – Customs and Immigrations Dos and Don’ts

December 13, 2009

Below is a nice little article about living on a sailboat and island hopping in the Caribbean. Can’t tell how much I want that to be me in the future. I think I need to add a “Donate” button to this blog to help me on my way. What do you think? Cheers! ****************************************** We [...]

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An Out Body Experience – Islands Magazine

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That’s what I feel like every time my eyes travel through the pages of ISLANDS magazine. I’m sure you’re thinking…okay RumShop, how can a magazine give you an out of body experience? Clean the sand out of your ears and I’ll tell you. If you and I have something in common, it will probably start [...]

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