Story by Jess Signet Jamaica has always fascinated me—the land of reggae, Rastafarianism, jerk chicken and carnival. An island spirit that is so fervent and passionate that it travels with its people all over the world. So when I booked my flight to finally go visit,...
Isla de San Martin, today’s St. Martin Island/Sint Maarten, must have seemed to be a green gem in the Caribbean Sea when Columbus became the first European to see it on November 11, 1493–St. Martin’s Day. It was Columbus’s second Caribbean trip...
Nassau, Bahamas, is a popular spot for cruiselines to dock–and it’s no wonder with all the natural beauty and attractions the island has to offer. From family to fitness to romance, there’s a cruise suited to your dream vacation headed to this...
The aquamarine colors of the Caribbean Sea inspire the same trust and peace as the gemstone it gets its name from. The gem, fabled to have been blessed by the god of the sea and found in a mermaid’s treasure chest, has appeared in stories throughout written...