Both of my parents are from the lovely island of Barbados. Growing up they would send my siblings and I to the country to stay with our paternal grandmother for the summer. One of my fondest memories is of watching the Kadooment celebration that signifies the end of Crop Over. Seeing the men and women…
Tag: Caribbean
5 to Survive: Cuba
I’ve just returned from a 5 day trip to Cuba. While there, my group and I visited the cities of Havana, Viñales, and Trinidad. The island is beautifully resilient and I struggle to describe my experience there. However, I’d like to give some tips that’ll help your trip go smoothly. If you are in the…
How to Plan a Trip to Cuba
Two months ago I announced on my Instagram and Facebook pages that I would be visiting Cuba in May. I was surprised by the number of people who did not realize it is possible for U.S. citizens to travel there. In an effort to help those that want to visit the island I’ll be answering…
Thinking About Retiring Abroad? Consider Barbados
Last week the “Gem of the Caribbean”, Barbados, celebrated 50 years of independence from England. In case you didn’t know, I am the daughter of two proud Barbadians. Summers during my childhood were full of memories of trips back to St. Lucy, Barbados to visit my paternal grandparents. It was during these summers that I…
5 to Survive: Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a great place to visit whether you’re a new traveler or a seasoned one looking for an affordable destination. If you are flying out from the east coast, it is easy to find a flight deal to the island. Some bonuses are that US citizens don’t need a passport to visit, USD are used as…
Surviving on a Shoestring 