Spanish sailors called them “Los Pájaros” or “the birds” because they resemble a small flock of birds scattered in flight, but this group of Caribbean islands is better known as the Grenadines. They were renamed during the 17th century by pirates, who used the natural ports to conceal their ships and their treasure. The name [...]
Plan a Caribbean cruise through the mountainous islands of the Lesser Antilles starting with Guadeloupe. As part of the European Union, Guadeloupe is best known for its cultural contributions and for Nobel Peace Prize winner Alexis Léger, who published poetry under the name Saint-John Perse. Guadeloupe has a rich history in literary production, which can [...]
Saint Christopher Island is so relaxed that it goes by the nickname St. Kitts, where shorts and a tan are standard dress year round. The island is situated in the Caribbean among the West Indies. St. Kitts shares the region’s tumultuous colonial history, as evidenced by the two forts on the island. The now crumbling [...]
142’ Christensen Motoryacht “LADY BEE” is available immediately based out of the St. Maarten area. She is a full 6-stateroom yacht that accommodates 12 guests comfortably. Loaded with water toys, 20’ Novurania tender, (3) Wave Runner’s, on deck Jacuzzi, new flybridge hard-top, Elliptical machine and free weights, Water Trampoline and many more amenities. Captain Kevin [...]
Vacation like the stars this winter in St. Maarten and neighboring St. Barth. The warm Caribbean waters are perfect for beach lounging while sipping on exotic cocktails made with local rums and Guavaberry liqueurs and for spotting dolphins, whales and the occasional leatherback sea turtle. Take a break from the beach to enjoy the history [...]
Named by Christopher Columbus in 1493, Antigua became famous as one of the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean for its 366 white sand beaches. Nicknamed the “gateway” due to the island’s proximity to numerous sailing trade routes in colonial times, the island still hosts sailing events to this day, including Sailing Week (http://www.sailingweek.com/v3/aswraces.php). Antigua’s harbors, [...]