Barbados "Gem of The Caribbean"

The people of the beautiful island of Barbados have made it their goal to teach everyone how to trade in the rush, for a slower, more relaxed pace. The life lesson they wish to teach everyone globally is to have strong, ethical work values, but to remember to take the time to step back and admire all the wonderful things that are around. It has been said that Barbadians are so laid back that they are practically horizontal when they walk, however this does not prevent them from working hard – and they seek to share this life perspective with everyone. The people of Barbados have drawn on their African, West Indian, and English roots in order to create their very own unique heritage, rich with history and exceptional music and cuisine.

            Barbados is home of many historical sites, that are definitely worth a visit, including the Arlington House museum, the Barbados Museum, which was once a military prison, and the Nidhe Israel Synagogue, which has been standing since 1654, as well as many others. With many festivals happening year round, such as the Holetown Festival, celebrating the first settlers, and the Crop Over Festival, lasting five weeks, and so many magnificent beaches and other sites to see, beautiful Barbados, no doubt, attracts many people for many different reasons. 

St.Vincent and The Grenadines "SVG"

St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a country comprised of 32 islands between St. Lucia and Grenada. St. Vincent is the largest, most populated island, and all its other islands are to the south of it. The other most populated islands that are part of the Grenadines include Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, and Union Island. There are also other smaller inhabited islands including Mayreau, Palm Island, and Petit St. Vincent. St. Vincent is filled with lush rain forests, and beautiful beaches, where there are many eco-adventures to be experienced, such as hiking, bird watching, and whale and dolphin watching. Owia Salt Pond is definitely a unique coastal feature of the island, located in the Northeastern corner of St. Vincent, in a village called Owia – only two hours from Kingstown. The salt-water pond is sheltered from the ocean by many surrounding volcanic boulders.

            The Christmas season is an exciting time in St. Vincent, as there is the Nine Mornings Festival. Each morning, beginning nine days before Christmas, the Vincentians wake early and partake in activities including sea bathing, fetes, bicycle riding, and street concerts. In the rural areas, there is a steel band “jump up” on the ninth, and final morning, of the festival. There is also the Breadfruit Festival, held in August, which compliments the Emancipation Month festivities, since the Breadfruit is associated with slavery. Other exciting festivals and events include the Bequia Easter Regatta, Bequia Carnvial, Bequia Music Fest, and Fisherman’s Day.

            With so many exciting adventures, festivals and sites to see, St. Vincent and the Grenadines should definitely be a stop on everyone’s map.

Isle of Spice Grenada

             Grenada Carriacou and Petite Martinique

The island of Grenada is the largest island in the Grenadines the smaller islands are Carriacou, Petit Martinique, Ronde Island, Caille Island, Diamond Island, Large Island, Saline Island, and Frigate Island. Most of the population lives on Grenada, and major towns there include the capital, St. George’s, Grenville and Gouyave. The Spice Isle is a perfect destination for fishing, sailing and hiking or biking through lush, mountainous interior. All three main islands (Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique) offer fabulous beaches and thrilling diving. Dive among sharks, turtles and wrecks off the coast. Discover the warmth and friendliness of the people. Festivals confetti the calendar, and enticing restaurants serve a unique cuisine with Creole, Caribbean and West Indian flavors for all. Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique is a safe, romantic, natural and very authentic destinations. Grenada’s culture is all embracing enthusiasm. Spice Culture is expressed through music in all its variety; pageantry and poetry; dance and theater; sport and recreation; and the natural penchant of Grenadians for welcoming, socializing, cooking and celebrating. Visit Grenada Today for an experience of a life time. 

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Soca Island "Trinidad and Tobago"

A visit to Trinidad today would reveal a multicultural melting pot stirred by the descendants of settlers from Europe, Africa, Asia, South America and the Middle East. An explosion of colour, music, revelry, and creativity, Trinidad's Carnival has spawned similar celebrations around the world; but nothing on earth can rival the abandon, euphoria and stunning spectacle of our festival. With its massive masquerade bands, spectacular costumes, pulsating music and unparalleled stamina for partying, Trinidad's Carnival is often described as the greatest show on earth. It is a time for release and everyone is invited to join the party. Like the cosmopolitan mix of peoples and cultures that shaped the island, Trinidad's Carnival has many influences. The Spanish and English colonial powers, French planters, African slaves, Indian indentured laborers, and the many other ethnic groups that settled here have all left an indelible mark on the festival. In 1783 the French brought their culture, customs and Carnival, in the form of elaborate masquerade balls, to Trinidad along with African slaves. The period stretching between Christmas and the start of Lent was a time for feasting, fancy dress balls and celebration for both the French and British. Banned from the festivities, slaves in the barrack yards would hold their own celebrations mimicking their masters' behavior while incorporating rituals and folklore. Once slavery was abolished in 1838, the freed Africans took their Carnival to the streets and, as each new immigrant population entered Trinidad, a new flavor was added to the festivities. Today, our diverse culture has influenced the music, food and traditions of Carnival. Trinidad and Tobago offers travelers a unique experience like no other. Explore this Caribbean island which has rich history, culture, and biodiversity. Come Learn and experience the many special events taking place throughout the year in Trinidad and Tobago, from Carnival to sporting and dining it’s all there at Go Trinidad and Tobago today. 

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