Tag Archives: Carribean

Puerto Rico – Hotel El San Juan

Posted on March 19, 2009 by admin

Puerto Rico is an easy destination to get to from the eastern U.S. (where I live). The flights are cheap, and the island is an American protectorate, so there’s no need for a passport or to exchange your U.S. dollars. … Continue reading →

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Comparing Caribbean and Central American Destinations

Posted on February 26, 2009 by mitchems

When speaking with a friend while traveling in Puerto Rico last week (a review to come shortly), I realized that Juliana and I have been to several different Caribbean or Central American destinations. I was doing a brief, informal “comparison” … Continue reading →

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Taking the Villa Route

Posted on January 23, 2008 by mitchems

Just the word emanates luxury: villa. Often, travelers don’t consider the option of renting a villa: it is usually considered too expensive or the travel agent does not provide the villa option. For an extended stay or for a vacation … Continue reading →

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No problem, Mon!

Posted on June 23, 2006 by julianam

Jamaica is one of the most-traveled honeymoon islands in the Caribbean with tons of resorts, from small and intimate to places where the partying goes on ’til dawn. We chose something in between. Ciboney (now, Sandals Jamaica) is about a … Continue reading →

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