The Caribbean is made up of around 7,000 islands, within in 2,500 square miles of sparkling blue sea. Each island has its own identity, but all offer sun sea and a touch of paradise. This section brings you island information and resources for those travelling to any one of the Caribbean island holiday destinations.
JAMAICA SURFING ASSOCIATION 2012
The first event of the Jamaica Surfing Association's 2012 National Open Series was held on Saturday January 15, 2012. Nineteen of Jamaica's top surfers faced off in classic conditions at the world renowned surf spot.
GLOBAL REEF EXPEDITION
After a quarter-century, a sunken plane in the waters of Cay Sal Bank has played an important part in a discovery that may help scientists better understand coral reef ecosystems.
GRENADA TOURISM
Grenada Board of Tourism and Grenada Hotel & Tourism Association Launch New and Improved Booking Engine System which, it is expected, will bolster the island's tourism industry.
QUAKE: HAITI IN JAMAICA
Produced by Barbadian Director Bob Harris, the documentary tells the story of what happened when the 7.0 magnitude Haiti earthquake struck on January 12, 2010, and how Jamaica would cope with such an event now.
ARMY FETE 2012
Promoters of the event are urging the visiting public to come take a taste of what a real Trini fete is all about. They guarantee that it will be a truly unparalleled experience that will leave them wanting more.
JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL
When the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival - The Art of Music sets the nights to music at the Trelawny Stadium in January 2012, there will be two important anniversaries being celebrated.
JNMS ADDS UK TRAVEL SERVICES
In a strategic move to expand its services and respond to changing client needs in the UK, JN Money Services Limited (JNMS), has entered into a partnership with the well-known, Birmingham-based Diamond Travel.
HOLY SHIP CRUISE
The Maiden Voyage of Electronic Music Cruise Holy Ship! hHighlights include a special Beach Boutique party headlined by Fatboy Slim at a private island getaway in the Caribbean.
DOMINICA DIVE FEST
Dominica's Dive Fest, the Caribbean's longest running annual scuba diving festival held every July, organised by the Dominica Watersports Association.
JAMAICA FOR SALE
Jamaica for Sale is a compelling documentary about the damage effects of mass tourism in the Caribbean island of Jamaica. The award-winning film is now available on DVD at Caribbean Creativity Foundation.
JAZZ FESTIVALS
Love Jazz? Well you can't beat Jazz festivals in the Caribbean. From Anguilla to St Lucia there is a choice of stunning destinations to visit each year.
GRENADA - AN EXPERIENCE
The colours of the Grenadian flag sums up this beautiful island: red for harmony and unity of spirit, yellow for sunshine, warmth and friendliness of the people, and green for fertility of the land and lush vegetation.
MONTSERRAT ST PATRICKS DAY
Visit the Caribbean island of Montserrat in March and enjoy the annual St Patrick's Day Festival. The week-long festival provides a dynamic mix of Irish and African heritage, with some traditional Caribbean entertainment thrown in.
CARIBBEAN PASSENGER TAX
Joined by popular broadcaster Floella Benjamin, as well as representatives of leading Caribbean organisations, MP Sarah Teather handed in a petition to Chancellor of the Exchequer including almost 400 signatures from Brent.
FLIGHTS TO THE CARIBBEAN UNAFFORDABLE
Currently if you fly economy to the Caribbean you pay the Government £40 for the privilege. From 1 Nov 2009 this goes up to £50 and from 1 Nov 2010 to £75, the flying poll tax being called Air Passenger Duty [APD]
MONTSERRAT CULTURAL CENTRE
Music legends provide their helping hands to Montserrat Sir Paul McCartney, Elton John and Mark Knopfler are amongst the music industry legends who have had their hands cast in bronze for a new Wall of Fame exhibit on the Caribbean island of Montserrat.
WHALE WATCHING IN DOMINICA
Whale watching in Dominica - a once in a lifetime opportunity! The island of Dominica is known as the whale watching capital of the Caribbean.
