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Food & Drink | France | Paris | Travel
Le Jules Verne Restaurant, Eiffel Tower, Paris
When planning a trip to Paris, there was one restaurant I knew I wanted to experience—and I knew it would be a difficult reservation to score. With some planning and careful monitoring of the website for the release of tables on my preferred date, I managed to secure the perfect table for the perfect lunch…
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Hotel San Regis, Paris : At Home in the 8th Arrondissement
It was a rather difficult task to choose a hotel in Paris. I wanted to be centrally located so that we could see most of the sites It was a rather difficult task to choose a hotel in Paris. Centrally located, so that we could see most of the sites on our first-time visitors’ list….
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Hotels & Resorts
Join us for a look back at the resorts (by year): 2006 The Palms, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 2007 CuisinArt Resort, Anguilla (now Aurora Anguilla) 2008 The Somerset, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 2009 Meads Bay Beach Villas, Anguilla 2010 Anacaona Boutique Hotel, Anguilla 2011 Ritz Carlton Powerscourt Gardens, Ireland Four Seasons, Nevis 2012 Scrub Island,…
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Film | Film Photography | Film Photography | France | Paris | Travel
Paris on Film
I regret only shooting four rolls of film in Paris. I would have loved to take my time and wander the streets, but this was my first trip there, and I had to hit the famous sites. We stayed in the 8th Arrondissement where these photos were taken. The rest of the trip was shot…
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Sunday Afternoons Are Meant for the Sunshine Shack, Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla
It’s no surprise that on a Sunday afternoon on Anguilla, you’ll find us at Garvey’s Sunshine Shack, located on Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla. Just a short walk down the beach from Aurora Anguilla, you’ll find a “toes in the sand” beach bar with great live music. On Sunday afternoons, it’s Omari Banks, who we make a…
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Olas Tacos, Shoal Bay East, Anguilla
We are thrilled that Picante is building a new restaurant on the island, but that left us craving Mexican food during our recent trip, and we had already hit up Blanchard’s Beach Shack for tacos several times. Picante was always good for one, sometimes two, visits each trip, so we headed down to Shoal Bay…
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What’s New at Blanchard’s Beach Shack, Anguilla
Blanchard’s Beach Shack is a regular stop on our visits to Anguilla, but this trip, we had a new menu item we had to try, fried chicken. We have always loved the burgers, street tacos, and jerk chicken bowls, not to mention the rum punch, but the thought of fried chicken pulled us in. The…
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Peru Meets the Caribbean at Uchu, Cap Juluca, Anguilla
We are not usually ones to visit resort restaurants, generally preferring to dine at local establishments on our trips to the Caribbean. But there are some places that prove us wrong, and prove that we could really be missing out. This trip to Cap Juluca, we had lunch and dinner at Uchu, known for bringing…
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Cocktail Master Class at Cap Juluca, Anguilla
While enjoying the Caribbean Rum Tasting with Walter, we learned he would be teaching the Cocktail Master Class from the Cap Juluca Activities Guide, so sign us up! The class was conducted at the main bar at Cip’s and was so popular, that the bar was full by the time class started. So let’s break…
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Wine Tasting at Cap Juluca, Anguilla
We’re on a mission to experience all the alcohol-related experiences which are complimentary at Cap Juluca, Anguilla. Our next stop: the wine tasting. We knew we wanted to do the rum tasting, so we booked that through the concierge, but while there, we decided we would try the wine tasting. While sitting on the beach,…
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Caribbean Rum Tasting at Cap Juluca, Anguilla
We have stayed at a lot of beautiful resorts with lots of amenities, and haven’t really taken advantage of the activities offered by the resorts. Give me a beautiful beach and clear blue water and I’m set, but this trip, we decided to check out some of the items in the Cap Juluca Activities Brochure….
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Cap Juluca, Anguilla, Keeps Getting Better
In November of 2025, we returned for another stay at Cap Juluca, Anguilla for a week of soaking up the sun on Anguilla’s best beach, Maunday’s Bay. We were last at Cap Juluca in 2019, when the resort was fresh off its $100M+ post-Irma renovation. I really wasn’t expecting it to be any better than…
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Anguilla | Caribbean | Travel | Uncategorized
Back at the Sunshine Shack, Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla
It’s great to be on the island of Anguilla, and on Sunday afternoons the place to be is Garvey’s Sunshine Shack on Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla. Don’t miss Omari Banks who plays around the island on various days, but is at the Shack on Sunday over lunch.
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Just Back from Anguilla – 2025
I took this shot of the island from the air as we departed Anguilla for the 8th time. I was remembering many relaxing days on the beach at Cap Juluca, and visits to our favorite restaurants, along with a few new ones. We indulged in the rum tasting, wine tasting, champagne sabering, and cocktail classes…
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Exploring Downtown St. George’s, Grenada
On our last trip to Grenada, pretty much all the shops were closed due to COVID, and although we visited the small spice market on Grand Anse beach, I always wanted to visit the main market in St. George’s. So on my 60th birthday, I set out with my daughter and son-in-law to explore downtown….
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A Second Taste of Spice: Revisiting Spice Island Beach Resort, Grenada
When planning a family trip to the Caribbean, Spice Island Beach Resort immediately comes to mind. Everyone in the family can do their own thing, eat and drink as much as they want, and enjoy the best beach on the island. We last visited in 2021, just after COVID restrictions were lifted, with our son,…
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All Posts | Caribbean Travel Blog | Grenada | Sailing | snorkeling | Tours | Travel
Snorkeling Trip on Bacchanal, Grenadines Sailing Escapade, Grenada
Last time we visited Grenada, we went snorkeling in the underwater sculpture garden in Grenada, Molinere Bay Underwater Sculpture Park. It is a collection of 75 sculptures spread over 800 acres. Last time we visited, we took a dive boat with Aquanauts, sharing it with a group of divers. This time we chartered a boat,…
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Marquette, Michigan
Work took me to Marquette, Michigan on a beautiful, although slightly overcast, June day. There’s a bit of a color shift on this roll of Kodak Portra 800. Quite frankly, I had no idea how old the roll was. My guess it was 2021 or 2022, so not too far out, but it was inside…
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Just Back from Grenada – 2025
We’re back! We had a great trip to Grenada to celebrate many blessings. The film is off to the lab, so stay tuned for future posts about our return trip to Grenada’s 5-Diamond, Spice Island Beach Resort!
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Sunday Afternoon at the Sunshine Shack, Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla
We flew into Anguilla on a Saturday afternoon, so Sunday was our first full day on the island. We hit the beach early, and were just starting to think about lunch when we heard the music start up at the Sunshine Shack, just down the beach from our resort, Aurora Anguilla. We walked down the…
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Aurora Anguilla 2023: How Does it Compare to the Former CuisinArt Resort?
When we first traveled to Anguilla in 2007, we stayed at the CuisinArt Resort on Rendezvous Bay. Since that visit, we have returned to Anguilla half a dozen times, staying at the CuisinArt again in 2014. In 2023, we returned to the resort, now Aurora Anguilla. Several people have asked how the Aurora compares to…
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California | Places | Travel | Uncategorized
Goleta Lemon Festival, Goleta, California
I like lemons. I like festivals. It seems like the perfect combination. We happened to be in Santa Barbara, California, at the time of the 30th annual Lemon Festival in Goleta, just a short drive away. It turns out a friend was one of the judges at the pie eating contest, so it made for…
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Dune Preserve Through the Years
When we first visited Anguilla in 2007, Bankie Banx’s Dune Preserve was much different than we see today. Back in November 2007, the bar was expanding, and construction was in full force. My daughter was 10 years old, and spotted Bankie on the beach, prompting one of our favorite photos. Over the years, we have…
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Best Beaches on Anguilla: Rendezvous Bay
One benefit of returning again and again to the same place is that you know the lay of the land. You know the best beaches, the best restaurants, and where to stay. After years of traveling to Anguilla, we gravitate toward the west side of the island, and favor the beaches on the southern side,…
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Italian-Japanese Fusion at Savi Beach Club, Meads Bay, Anguilla
I have to be honest. Italian-Japanese fusion? Is that a thing? I mean I love Italian and I love sushi, but it seems like an odd combination for a restaurant, and then add on the beach club with the purple lights and a DJ. It seems like it shouldn’t work, but somehow it does, and…
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Fantastic Pizza at Artisan Pizza Napoletana, Island Harbour, Anguilla
When you have traveled to a place seven times, it’s easy to get into a pattern of visiting the same places and eating at the same restaurants each trip. We do try to add a couple new places every time we visit Anguilla, and were excited to try Artisan Pizza Napoletana in Island Harbour. Even…
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Flying Direct to Anguilla: MIA to AXA on American
This was our 7th trip to Anguilla (AXA), but our first time flying direct to Anguilla from the US. Typically, we would fly to either Charlotte (CLT) or Miami (MIA) and then on to St. Martin (SXM). From there, we would take a charter over to Anguilla. I loved to have a rum punch on…
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California | Places | Travel | Uncategorized
Santa Barbara, California
We took a trip out west in September of 2023. I had a work conference in Scottsdale, and we hadn’t been to California in a few years. My son wanted to see Universal Studios Hollywood, and we wanted to see a friend who had moved to Santa Barbara several years ago. We stayed at the…
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Just Back from Anguilla 2023
We’re just back from our 2023 visit to Anguilla – our 7th trip to the island. We stayed at the Aurora Anguilla, and have loads to share. I know some readers have been interested in the comparison between the CuisinArt Resort (where we stayed in 2007 and 2014) and Aurora, so look for that to…
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Caribbean | Places | Puerto Rico | Travel | Uncategorized
Colors of Old San Juan
From the blue-toned pavers to the rainbow of colors which adorn the building exteriors, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico is a alive with color. Come with us as we explore the streets of Old San Juan. All images shot on the Canon EOS 1v with Fuji Pro 400H.
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Colors of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a historic district, subject to guidelines for the preservation and restoration of its buildings. The Municipality of San Juan and the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture strive to preserve the authenticity and appearance of the district, from the architectural details to the color of the exterior paint on buildings. Join…
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San Juan National Historic Site – U.S. National Park Service, San Juan, Puerto Rico
The United States National Parks System has over 400 parks, including places of great natural beauty and historic significance. Included in our magnificent parks system is the San Juan National Historic Site, which brings together the history of many European nations and the beginnings of our country. The native population of Puerto Rico, the Taino,…
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Churches of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud (Chapel of Christ the Savior) Capilla del Santo Cristo de la Salud was built in 1753-1780 on top of the city walls. The placard near the chapel reads, “Legend traces its origin to a miraculous happening at the site.” A little bit of research revealed a few different…
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Historic Sites of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
The streets of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, are known for the colorful buildings and colonial architecture, but it is also filled with historic sites, monuments, and statues, marking contributions to the city’s rich history. Here are just a few of the moments in history along a short walk around the city. Plaza Colón Plaza…
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Food Tour of Old San Juan with Spoon
As part of this year’s North American Travel Journalists Conference in Puerto Rico, we were guests at a food tour of Old San Juan by Spoon, Authentic Culinary Experiences and Food Tours. Spoon offers a variety of tours, from cocktail tours around Old San Juan to cooking classes in private homes. Our guide, Lorna, walked…
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A Visit to Puerto Rico’s Casa Bacardí
A visit to Puerto Rico would be incomplete without a trip to Casa Bacardí. Bacardí is the world’s largest privately-owned spirits company. The Bacardí spirit family includes Bacardí, Grey Goose, Patrón and Bombay Sapphire, to name a few. Bacardí is not just a brand name – it’s a family name. Bacardí was founded in 1862…
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Breakfast in Old San Juan: La Carreta Mercado Local
On our last day in Puerto Rico, we decided to explore a bit more of Old San Juan, but first, we needed to fuel up with a great breakfast. After a bit of searching, we came upon a great spot in Old San Juan, La Carreta Mercado Local. La Carreta has two locations in San…
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La Central by Mario Pagan
On our first and last days in Puerto Rico, we treated ourselves to dinner at La Central by Mario Pagan. I have to admit that I selected it originally because it was the best-rated restaurant open on a Monday night, the day we arrived. It seems that chefs take Monday off, so it was the…
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Just Back from Puerto Rico
We’re just back from our trip to Puerto Rico last week for the NATJA (North American Travel Journalists Association) conference, held May 2 through 6. I have downloaded my memory cards and will be sending my film off to the lab in the morning. So stay tuned for posts on our trip, including an Old…
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Best of Grenada
Located at the southern end of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean island chain, the country of Grenada is actually three islands, Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique. Grenada is known as “The Spice Island” for the abundance of spices which are grown on the island. Grenada is the second largest producer of nutmeg, second only…
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Sights and Sounds of Grand Anse Beach, Grenada
Enjoy some of the sights and sounds of a day on Grand Anse Beach, Grenada, accompanied by Kevin MacLeod’s “Blue Ska,” available at incompetech.com .
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Best Beaches in the Caribbean: Grand Anse Beach, Grenada
When writers put together their lists of the best beaches in the Caribbean, Grand Anse Beach in Grenada is on everyone’s list. This two-mile stretch of white sand curving around the “grand cove” with a view of St. George’s is the most beautiful beach on the island and a favorite of visitors. Even on Saturday…
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Grenada’s Underwater Sculpture Park with Aquanauts
When you travel, you can’t always plan for the weather. Luckily, in the Caribbean, there are more sunny days than rainy ones, but when you have some rain, it can change your plans. Ever since I began planning a trip to Grenada, I wanted to visit the Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park. So we planned a…
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All Posts | Caribbean Travel Blog | Grenada | Tours | Travel
The Best of Grenada with Mandoo Tours
When we travel, we’re not much for tours. We rent a car and explore the island on our own, relying upon historical markers, maps, and conversations here and there. However, when I take a tour, like we did on the island of Grenada with Mandoo Tours, I question why we don’t do tours on every…
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Hospitality is a Family Tradition: Inside Spice Island Beach Resort
Grenada offers waterfalls, monkeys, spices, beaches, and the famous Spice Island Beach Resort, a family-owned and operated resort on Grand Anse Beach.
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Grenada
Located at the southern end of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean island chain, the country of Grenada is actually three islands, Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique. Over Thanksgiving, our family visited the island of Grenada, known as “The Spice Island” for the abundance of spices which are grown on the island. The island of…
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Just Back: Grenada 2021
We’re just back from a Thanksgiving trip to Grenada. Travel was complicated a bit due to COVID protocols, but it was well worth the effort. We stayed at the AAA Five Diamond Spice Island Beach Resort, located on stunning Grand Anse beach. Check back soon for posts from our trip to this beautiful island!
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Say Yes to New York City (Part Two)
We had just three days in New York City, including flying in and out. Despite the short time frame, it was my first trip to NYC so I was excited to capture the City as best I could. In my last post, I shared a set of images shot on Fuji 400H, Kodak Portra 800,…
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Say Yes to New York City
My daughter is getting married next year, and it came time to pick a dress. We are both fans of the show, “Say Yes to the Dress,” so it was time to make my first trip ever to New York City to visit Kleinfeld’s Bridal, and fingers crossed, hopefully, she would say “yes.” We only…
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Florida | Photography | Travel
Photo Tour of Key West
Key West is only about six square miles, but there are photo opportunities everywhere you look. The Old Town section of Key West is filled with historical markers, pubs, shops, and interesting characters. Let’s take a short tour. All images shot on Fuji 400H with the Canon EOS 1v and 50mm f/1.2 or 24mm f/1.4…
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Classic Key West: Casa Marina Key West, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
Recently celebrating 100 years, the Casa Marina Key West Resort opened on New Years’ Eve in 1920. The hotel was the vision of Henry Flagler, co-founder of Standard Oil. In 1912, Flagler’s Overseas Railroad, connecting the Florida mainland to Key West, was completed, and Key West needed a grand hotel to accommodate the affluent passengers…
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Retro Chic: The Confidante, Miami Beach
Looking for a beach vacation with the glamour of an historic hotel, without leaving the United States? The Confidante, Miami Beach is for you. The Confidante brings to mind the classic Florida hotels of the past. It is “retro chic,” a modern hotel with a nod to the elegant hotels from the golden era that…
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Miami Beach Art Deco District
One of the most exciting parts or our trip was exploring the Historic Art Deco District of Miami Beach. I loved walking the area looking for the details that make this area so special. I could have easily spent a week here, and would have loved to have a long lens on hand, but we…
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Miami Beach
Our first trip of 2021 took us to Miami Beach. I’ll share images of the Art Deco District in Miami Beach and our wonderful hotel, The Confidante Miami Beach, in a later post. First, let’s enjoy the people and sights of Miami Beach. Check out all of our posts on the road trip from Miami…
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Seaplane to Dry Tortugas National Park
When we planned the trip to Key West, I knew I wanted to visit Dry Tortugas National Park. Dry Tortugas National Park is located 70 miles west of Key West and is accessible only by seaplane, ferry, or by private boat with a permit approved by the National Park Service. The least expensive way to…
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Meads Bay, Anguilla: Map to Hotels, Restaurants, & Bars
Where can I stay on Anguilla within walking distance of restaurants and bars? If you want to have a few cocktails and don’t want to worry about driving on the left, or if you just like to walk the beach to and from dinner, a hotel within walking distance of food and drink is ideal….
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Best Restaurants in Anguilla
Little did we know in January of 2020 that it would be a while before we could travel again. Luckily, we had the opportunity to travel to Anguilla, try some new restaurants and savor some of our favorites. This list is of the restaurants we return to year after year. They have proven to have…
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All Posts | Anguilla | Caribbean Travel Blog | diving | snorkeling | Tours | Travel
Snorkeling with Anguilla’s Rum & Reel Charters
I love my time relaxing on the beach, but I’m always up for a little adventure, so on our January 2020 visit to Anguilla, we booked a trip with Anguilla’s Rum & Reel Charters. Anguilla’s Rum & Reel Charters offers a variety of tours, including half and full-day trips for fishing, snorkeling and sightseeing. You…
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Beachfront Luxury and Gracious Hospitality: Frangipani Beach Resort, Anguilla
Location Luxurious Accommodations On-Site Restaurant Eco-Friendly Even if you don’t consider yourself to be an environmentalist, it is nice to know that efforts are made to preserve valuable resources and protect the natural beauty of the places we enjoy. Frangipani is leading the way in using clean energy to power the resort, reduce waste, and…
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London on Film
In August, we spent a week in London, England. It was our first trip, and we quickly discovered how much there is to see, and how little time there is in a week. We visited the State Rooms and the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, the Victoria & Albert Museum, the British Museum, the Harry…
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CrusherFest
In celebration of famed professional wrestler, Reggie “The Crusher” Lisowski, the city of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin hosted a two-day festival, CrusherFest. The festival was highlighted by the unveiling of a bronze statue of The Crusher with a beer barrel on his shoulder. There were polka bands, a motorcycle show, and people crowded shoulder-to-shoulder to see…
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Green Bay, Wisconsin
A trip to Green Bay is not complete without a visit to Lambeau Field, so after a stop at the Brown County Courthouse in downtown Green Bay, I headed out to Lambeau Field, which on a nice summer day was crowded with people wanting to check out the Packer Hall of Fame. Canon A-1 and…
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California | Places | Travel
Santa Monica Pier – Pacific Park
Work took me back to Los Angeles in the last week of June. Expecting loads of sunny skies, I packed plenty of Ektar 100, but good thing I packed some Lomography 800 and Portra 800. Los Angeles was victim to “June Gloom,” where the area is overcast for much, if not all, of the day,…
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Cheesehead Factory Tour, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Explore the origins of the infamous Cheesehead at the Factory Tour in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Grab a beer from the cooler, and learn about the origins of Foamation, the company that manufactures every genuine Cheesehead, and see the very first Cheesehead, kept in the company safe. As part of the tour, you can opt for the…
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California | Places | Travel | US
Zuma Beach, Malibu, California
The day job took me to southern California in February. On my way to my conference, I stopped at Zuma Beach, located in Malibu. Sadly, all the lifeguard shacks were on shore, so I couldn’t get the classic shot I took when I visited Santa Monica a few years back, but the beach was quite…
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Anguilla After Irma
We were excited to return to Anguilla in January, our first visit since Hurricane Irma struck in September of 2017. Irma was a Category 5 hurricane, bringing wind speeds of 185 mph, with gusts up to 218 mph. The storm damaged 90 percent of the government buildings, including the hospital, schools, airport, and ferry terminal. …
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The Heart of Anguilla
Before leaving Anguilla, I had intended to write a story about the island’s recovery after the devastation of Hurricane Irma. While we were there, I looked for all the things that had changed. Homes, hotels, restaurants, and businesses had been rebuilt, and some were in the process of rebuilding. But upon reflection, this was not…
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Restaurants for a Week on Anguilla
The most difficult part of planning a trip to Anguilla is deciding where to eat. There are so many great restaurants, that you’ll have to create a short list. 2019 was our fifth trip to the island, so we’ve been to many places on previous trips. This trip, we returned to some favorites, and tried…
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Divine Duo: Blanchards and Blanchards Beach Shack, Anguilla
January of 2019 marked our fifth trip to Anguilla. Every trip, we try a few new restaurants, but we can’t help but revisit our old favorites. In those previous trips, we somehow never made it to Blanchards, despite the fact that Melinda and Robert Blanchard’s book, A Trip to the Beach, drew us to the…
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Saturday Afternoon with The Musical Brothers at The Place, Anguilla
It is remarkable how Anguilla has bounced back after Hurricane Irma, but there is a noticeable loss. Smokey’s at the Cove was our go-to place on Saturday afternoons. I remember our first trip to Anguilla, and walking down to Smokey’s from the CuisinArt. We heard the Musical Brothers playing Bob Marley tunes and Christmas carols,…
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Hawksbill Turtle Hatching, Maunday’s Bay, Anguilla
It’s not every day that you get to see new life come into the world, especially when you’re on vacation. A morning walk along Maunday’s Bay in Anguilla ended in the excitement of seeing dozens of hawksbill turtles hatching, and make their way out to sea. We had just finished breakfast at Cap Juluca’s Cip’s…
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Happy Birthday Miss Universe Great Britain! Sunday Afternoon with Omari Banks at Da Vida, Anguilla
I love Sunday afternoons at Da Vida on Anguilla. Omari Banks and his band perform, so you know you’ll have great music accompanying your lunch. The thing I love the most about Sunday afternoons is that families gather together. I love the buzz of families and friends enjoying a meal and catching up. This Sunday…
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Jaca-love! Heavenly French Cuisine at Jacala, Anguilla
This trip to Anguilla was our fifth trip since 2007, but we had never been to Jacala before. For the first couple trips, it was not possible as Jacala opened in 2010 when Jacques Borderon and Alain Laurent left Malliouhana‘s Michel Rostang to start their own restaurant. Despite trips in 2010 and 2014, we had…
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Tour of Belmond Cap Juluca
Let’s take a tour of Belmond Cap Juluca which opened just in time for festive season in December of 2018. The star of the show is the beautiful stretch of sand along Maunday’s Bay. Each room is oceanfront with spectacular views. The rooms are beautifully appointed with comfortable furnishings in soft tones. Small things like…
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Belmond’s Cap Juluca: A Grand Tribute to the Original
Taking on a legend is never easy. People will remember a place or experience and it’s not easy to do justice to the memory. When Belmond took on the task of renovating the jewel of Anguilla resorts, Cap Juluca, people were optimistic that this was the right group to take on the task, and they…
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California | Places | Travel
An Afternoon in Chinatown, San Francisco, California
We have been to California to see friends and for work, but never spent much time in Chinatown until this trip. Chinatown is a bit overwhelming as far as sights and sounds. There are hundreds of beautiful buildings and signs, with shops and restaurants at every turn. Even the alleyways are beautiful. I captured only…
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California | Places | Travel
San Francisco, California
Over Labor Day weekend, we traveled to San Francisco, California. We stayed in Tiburon, which is a great launching point to the city and to wine country to the north. When in the city, we had dim sum in Chinatown, explored the streets and alleys of Chinatown, grilled our own at a Korean BBQ, saw…
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California | Places | Travel
Small Town on the Bay: Tiburon, California
Our trip to San Francisco began in Tiburon, where we stayed at the Waters Edge Hotel. Located right on the water, the hotel is right next door to Sam’s Anchor Cafe, a popular spot to enjoy a drink and the views of the city. I found myself up early and made my way to the…
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Pewaukee, Wisconsin
At Lakefront Park in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, you’ll find restaurants, shops, and beautiful views of Pewaukee Lake. Visit in the summertime and you’ll be treated to live music on Wednesday nights and a Thursday night waterski show. Canon AE-1 Program, Canon 20mm f/2.8 with Fuji Velvia 100 RVP, and Mamiya 6, Mamiya 50mm f/4 with Lomography…
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Meyer Family Farms, Salem, Wisconsin
When traveling around the state during the summer, I like to stop at farm stands for fresh vegetables and eggs. This stop was at the Meyer Family Farms Vegetable Stand in Salem, Wisconsin. Shot on the Canon AE-1 Program with Kodak Portra 160 and Kodak Portra 400 film, processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.
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Nine Beaches to Bring you Back to the Caribbean
Today is the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Irma’s strike on our favorite islands. After a heavy hit by Irma, along came Hurricane Maria, adding to the destruction. I have read the accounts over the last year of the devastation, the rebuilding, and the struggles along the way. I have also read stories of the incredible…
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Chichen Itza | Mexico | Photography | Places | Travel
Film Flashback: Chichen Itza
For today’s Film Flashback, we go back to 2002 and travel to Mexico to visit the Mayan ruins at Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Yucatan Peninsula, the ruins are an easy day trip from Cancun. Although the most famous site on the grounds is El Castillo, the great pyramid temple…
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Buffalo, Minnesota
We celebrated the Fourth of July with family in Buffalo, Minnesota, complete with a visit to a neighboring dairy farm. Mamiya 6 with Mamiya 50mm f/4 lens, Mamiya 645 ProTL with Mamiya 80mm f/1.9 lens, and Canon 1v with Canon 135mm f/2 lens, using Kodak Ektar 100, Kodak Portra 400, and Fuji Pro 400H film….
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Victor’s 1959 Cafe, Minneapolis
The road took us to Minnesota for the 4th of July, and we stopped for a great breakfast at Victor’s 1959 Cafe in Minneapolis. Don’t miss the Cortadito, espresso with a shot of steamed milk and Cuban sugar. Shot on the Mamiya 645 Pro TL with the Mamiya 80mm f/1.9 lens, and the Mamiya 6…
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Black River Falls, Wisconsin
I had a hearing in Jackson County, Wisconsin, the county seat of which is Black River Falls. Stepping out of the car in front of the courthouse, St. Joseph’s at the top of the hill immediately captures your attention. In a short walk, you can see the Jackson County Historical Society Museum, the church, the…
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The Perfect Caribbean Honeymoon
You know you want to honeymoon in the Caribbean, but which island? The islands are incredibly diverse. Some have better beaches. Some are ideal for foodies. Some islands are favorites for adventure. The islands are as diverse as the people who visit. Here are some suggestions for the perfect Caribbean honeymoon. Best Islands for Beach…
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Ann Arbor, Michigan
On the way home from Detroit, we made a brief stop for lunch at Zingerman’s in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As it was graduation day, it was a bit busier than expected, but I had the best corned beef and pastrami sandwich I can ever remember. All shot on the Canon 1v with Kodak Portra 800,…
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Detroit, Michigan
In Detroit, Michigan for the FIRST Robotics Championship, on our lunch break we stopped at Lafayette Coney and walk around a bit to admire all the interesting architecture. All shot on Canon 1v with Kodak Portra 800, processed and scanned by Richard Photo Lab.
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Hurricane Season in the Caribbean
June 1 marks the official beginning of hurricane season in the Caribbean, and we’ve already seen one tropical depression, Alberto. June 1 shouldn’t mean the end of Caribbean travel. The odds that a hurricane will interrupt your trip are still pretty slim. Let the old rhyme about hurricane season be your guide: June too soon July…
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Keeneland Spring Meet, Lexington, Kentucky
The road took us to Lexington, Kentucky for the Spring Meet at Keeneland, featuring the Maker’s 46 Mile. The Maker’s 46 Mile is a one-mile race for four year-olds up on turf, and was held on April 13, 2018. Keeneland is known for great horses. The 2018 Triple Crown winner, Justify, sold at Keeneland’s 2016…
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#FilmRoadTrip – Nevis
Since returning to film photography a few years ago, I make a point of taking at least one film camera on each trip. Part of the reason is that I love the look of film. I also love playing with my old cameras and trying different techniques. Traveling to Nevis, I packed two film cameras,…
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#FilmRoadTrip – Sunshine’s, Nevis
Our first stop on our 2011 trip to Nevis was Sunshine’s, a Nevis institution and home to the famous “Killer Bee.” This trip would be no different, except this time I would avoid the sting that follows consuming three of those delicious rum concoctions. After a long day of traveling, beginning at 2:00 a.m. Nevis…
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#FilmRoadTrip – Andros, Bahamas
“I’ve never been to a place where the palm fronds clack together,” my husband said while sitting back in his beach chair facing the calm of Kamalame Cay. Coconut palms surrounded our chairs on what seemed to be our own personal beach. “You have,” I replied. “You have just never heard them before.” We have…
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#FilmRoad Trip – Antigua & Barbuda
Last November, on our first trip with film in eight years (#filmroadtrip: Road Test – Anguilla), we learned a lot of lessons. One of my missions on this trip was to correct at least some of the mistakes I made. So on this #FilmRoadTrip: Road Test – Barbuda & Antigua, I tweaked a few things,…
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Waupaca, Wisconsin
The road took us to Waupaca, Wisconsin, located in central Wisconsin. Waupaca is nestled in the Chain O’Lakes, 22 connected spring-fed lakes.
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Charleston, South Carolina
The “Colony’s Colony,” Charleston offers a wealth of history, great restaurants, and stunning architecture. For more on the connection between Charleston and the island of Barbados, visit our sister site, My Irie Time for the story of The Colony’s Colony, The Barbados-Charleston Connection.
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The Colony’s Colony: The Barbados-Charleston Connection
Our first trip of the year for 2018 was to Charleston, South Carolina. Aside from the fact that we arrived just a few days after the third largest snowfall in the city’s history, much of Charleston reminded me of the Caribbean, and it wasn’t just the palm trees. Looking more closely at the City’s history,…
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Nevis, St. Kitts & Nevis
Nevis is a 36 square-mile island, the center of which is Nevis Peak, which rises 3,232 feet. Nevis was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, and was named “Nuestra Senora de Las Nieves,” “Our Lady of the Snows,” a description of the small cloud, resembling snow, which is nearly always present at its peak.
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Haunted House of Harbour Island, Bahamas
It’s that time of year for a ghost story, so come along with us as we visit the Haunted House of Harbour Island, Bahamas, also known as the Glen Stewart Mansion. The Haunted House is not much of a mystery as far as its location, as it appears on pretty much every map I’ve seen…
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After Hurricane Irma
It’s hard to know what to say or do after something as catastrophic as Hurricane Irma, which plowed a path of destruction from the island of Barbuda, through the Caribbean islands, to the United States. We are safely here in the midwest, hearing only pieces of the coverage from our beloved islands. We hear accounts…
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Top 10 Things to Do on Nevis
Some people think that when you’re on an island known for its natural beauty, there are few things to do but recline in a beach chair and soak up the sun. Although that’s certainly an option on Nevis, there are loads of things to do when you’re not relaxing. If you’re looking for things to…
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Film Photography: Nevis
Since returning to film photography a few years ago, I make a point of taking at least one film camera on each trip. Part of the reason is that I love the look of film. I also love playing with my old cameras and trying different techniques. Traveling to Nevis, I packed two film cameras,…
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YU Lounge – St. Kitts
This trip to Nevis, we checked out the new YU Lounge at the airport in St. Kitts. YU Lounge has locations in St. Kitts and Mauritius, providing VIP transfers to and from the airport. However, in St. Kitts, you can only use the services on the front end of your trip. Due to some regulations, they…
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Double Deuce, Nevis
Double Deuce is one of our favorite beach bars on Nevis, going back to our visits there in 2011. Since then, the bar moved location a bit, but it remains one of our favorites on the island. First, the location. It’s still on Pinney’s Beach, but it’s closer to the Four Seasons than it used…
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Turtle Time, Nevis
In the six years since we were last in Nevis, there have been a few changes. The biggest is the development of the beach bars just to the south of the Four Seasons Nevis. Back in 2011, there were basically three bars, Sunshine’s, Double Deuce, and Chevy’s. The area where those bars were located has really…
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The Gin Trap, Nevis
New since our last trip to Nevis was The Gin Trap bar and restaurant. Located on the mountain side of the main road in Jones Bay, the restaurant occupies the old Gallipot location. You are first escorted to the bar area, outfitted with leather couches and chairs, so you can get comfortable while making your selections,…
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Cafe des Arts, Nevis
Just a short walk from the ferry dock in Nevis, you’ll find Cafe des Arts. Cafe des Arts is a casual cafe, located right next door to the Museum of Nevis History and the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States. Walk along the avenue of flags on…
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Nevisian Spirit: Four Seasons Nevis
With so many places in the world to see, why return to a place you have visited before? Some people travel to the same location trip after trip. There’s a certain amount of comfort with traveling that way. You know the lay of the land. You know how to get where you’re going, and you…
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Monkeys! Monkeys! Monkeys! On the Island of Nevis
Tourists love them. Residents hate them. They are pests – – cute, furry-faced, little pests. Green vervet monkeys are known for entertaining tourists, but also for their destruction, causing islanders to ponder the best way to preserve one of Nevis’s biggest attractions, while at the same time protecting their island’s ability to prosper. Green vervet…
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Catamaran Sail on Caona, St. Kitts and Nevis
It’s time to get out on the water aboard Caona, a 47-foot catamaran in the Leeward Islands Charters fleet. At the helm was our captain, Lennox Wallace, and our destination was Shitten Bay, a cove off the southwestern coast of St. Kitts. Caona is moored in Nevis, and the crew and boat met us at…
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The Place to “Bee!” Sunshine’s, Nevis
Our first stop on our 2011 trip to Nevis was Sunshine’s, a Nevis institution and home to the famous “Killer Bee.” This trip would be no different, except this time I would avoid the sting that follows consuming three of those delicious rum concoctions. After a long day of traveling, beginning at 2:00 a.m. Nevis…
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Bananas, Nevis
Perched high above the Hamilton Estate, you will find a gem of a restaurant with gorgeous views, comfortable surroundings and fabulous food. Welcome to Bananas! I have to admit, on our first trip up to Bananas, we thought we had missed it and turned around to go back down the island. We then saw another…
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Nevis: Something For Everyone
When you tell others that you are traveling to Nevis, you may receive a puzzled look. They may have heard of its sister island, St. Kitts, which lies just two miles off the coast, but Nevis has not come upon their radar. Nevis is a 36 square-mile island, the center of which is Nevis Peak, rising…
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North Carolina | Places | Travel | US
NATJA Conference, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
The 2017 NATJA Conference was held in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Our sister site, My Irie Time, was honored with silver and bronze awards for its images of Kamalame Cay, Andros, Bahamas. For more on the awards…
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Stout & Oyster Festival, St. Louis, MO
We were in St. Louis, Missouri for a FIRST Robotics regional competition, and in exploring the city, stumbled upon the Stout and Oyster Festival sponsored by Schlafly Brewery.
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Odessa, Texas
Odessa, Texas is home to the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, where you’ll find a Stonehenge replica, and is also home to the world’s largest jackrabbit. SaveSave
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Video Glimpse of Tortuga Bay
Enjoy this short video glimpse of Tortuga Bay! This AAA 5-diamond resort lies on the southeastern shore of the Dominican Republic. They take service very seriously here, worthy of every diamond. Take a quick tour of the resort from the two-bedroom oceanfront suite to the white sand beach. Enjoy! For more on Tortuga Bay and…
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VIP Service at Punta Cana International Airport
If you remember from our first post on our trip to Tortuga Bay, we were short on time for this trip. With a child in college, we had only a few days, leaving Thanksgiving Day and returning the following Monday. The fact that Punta Cana was a direct flight from Chicago made this trip work,…
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Puntacana Village Shops, Restaurants & Market
Welcome to Puntacana Village! Located on the grounds of the Puntacana Resort & Club, the marketplace includes restaurants and shops in an open-air environment shady by a canopy of beautiful trees. The distance to the Village from Tortuga Bay is too great for our golf cart battery, so we arranged for a lift. There are…
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Taste (and Sip) Tortuga Bay and Puntacana Resort & Club
It’s time for a taste (and sip) of the restaurants and bars at Tortuga Bay, and around the property of Puntacana Resort & Club. Let’s start with the most important meal of the day — breakfast at Bamboo, the restaurant at Tortuga Bay. The breakfast buffet has loads of delicious choices, with tons of fresh…
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Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park & Reserve – Punta Cana
Today we head off to Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park and Reserve (Reserve Ecological Ojos Indigenous), a 1,500 acre private reserve maintained by the Ecological Foundation of Punta Cana. The Foundation maintains the grounds for preservation, recreation, and research. Contained within the grounds of Punta Cana Resort & Club, the park is a quick golf cart…
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Let’s Take a Tour of Tortuga Bay!
We’ve checked out the suite and the beach, and now that we’ve rested up, let’s take a tour of Tortuga Bay. At this point, we’ll concentrate on the hotel and golf course grounds. We’ll leave our trip to the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park for a later post. We’re here to relax, so there’s no reason…
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Beach Time at Tortuga Bay
It’s time to hit the beach! When staying in an oceanfront suite at Tortuga Bay, the beach just across the lawn. Pick a lounger, and they’ll pop open the umbrella and set you up with towels and an ice bucket of bottled water. The water is refreshing, but it’s not long before our beach attendant…
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Inside a Two-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite at Tortuga Bay
Now that we’ve had a glimpse of Tortuga Bay, let’s take a closer look. Over the next few posts, we’ll check out our two-bedroom oceanfront suite, we’ll walk the beautifully manicured grounds, and then relax oceanside sipping the milk from our freshly-cut coconut. We’ll check out the restaurants on the grounds, and share our favorite afternoon…
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Short on Time, Long on Luxury: Tortuga Bay, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
When our kids were young, we had no problem taking them out of school for a week or more to take a trip to the Caribbean. That changed when our oldest went off to college, and our traditional Thanksgiving vacation was not possible. Our daughter had only a few days off from classes for the…
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Kamalame Cay, Andros, Bahamas
Although it is the largest of the islands in the Bahamas, Andros is not very well known. But it should be. The island holds many natural treasures and offers the perfect escape to those who look to relax on the beach, enjoy a bit of fishing, or explore the ocean. Andros is home to the…
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New Orleans, Louisiana
On our second trip to NOLA, I decided to shoot film and learn my newly-acquired Mamiya 6. Having never before shot a rangefinder, there was definitely a learning curve.
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Bastille Days, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
For a long weekend every July, Cathedral Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offers a taste of France with its Bastille Days celebration, complete with food, art, dance, music, and even French language lessons.
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Antigua and Barbuda
Part of the twin island nation of Antigua and Barbuda, Barbuda is the less-developed of the two. What it lacks in development, it makes up for in natural beauty. Barbuda is a conservationist’s heaven, home to the Frigate Bird Sanctuary, miles of unspoiled beach, and loads of sea life. We also visited a private island…
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Churchill Downs and the Bourbon Trail, Kentucky 2016
From Louisville to Lexington, we stop in at Churchill Downs, Maker’s Mark, Wild Turkey, Willett, Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, and Four Roses.
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Anguilla, British West Indies
Anguilla is located at the northern end of the Leeward Islands chain in the Eastern Caribbean, a short 25-minute boat ride north of St. Martin. It is 17 miles long and 3 miles wide. You won’t see any mountains or rainforest on Anguilla, as it is largely coral and limestone with limited vegetation. However, what…
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Fall in Wisconsin
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“Taking Better Travel Photos” – UPDATED!
Four years ago, I wrote “Taking Better Travel Photos” to provide helpful tips to improve your travel photography no matter what gear you use. I am excited to announce that I recently updated the book, including information on rules of composition, and providing additional information on “hot spots” for great photographs throughout the Caribbean. Some…
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Come Fly With Me: Blood Clots & Travel
I was out of breath. Carrying an empty suitcase up one flight of stairs, and I was out of breath. I commented to my husband that we are really out of shape and have to get back to the gym regularly. I didn’t think it was anything more than being 51 and letting myself go….
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Just Back From Tortuga Bay, Dominican Republic
If you follow us on Instagram, you have probably noticed that we were away for Thanksgiving break, staying at the AAA Five-Diamond Tortuga Bay, located on the Punta Cana Resort & Club property in the Dominican Republic. We’re back, and preparing posts on our two-bedroom oceanfront suite, the outstanding food at La Yola and Bamboo,…
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Kamalame Cares: Help for Andros After Hurricane Matthew
There’s an old rhyme about hurricane season in the Caribbean: “June too soon, July stand by, August come it must, September remember, and October all over . . .” Unfortunately, this year, October was not “all over” as Hurricane Matthew slowly crept through the Caribbean and up the coast of the United States. After nearly two weeks, it left…
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All Posts | Andros | Bahamas | Kamalame Cay | Travel
Video of Rat Cay Blue Hole, Andros, Bahamas
We explored Rat Cay Blue Hole and Captain Bill’s Blue Hole on our visit to Andros, Bahamas. Here’s some video of Rat Cay Blue Hole. You will remember from reading our post that I described a strong current of cool water coming from the blue hole. I have to fight that current at the beginning…
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Video Tour of Kamalame Cay
We’ve taken you on a photo tour of Kamalame Cay, but here’s a short video tour. Enjoy! Kamalame Cay from My Irie Time on Vimeo. We also have some video of our visit to the Rat Cay Blue Hole. While I’m getting that ready, read more posts of our trip to Kamalame Cay, Andros, Bahamas…
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Walking Tour of Stanyard Creek, Andros, Bahamas
It was at dinner one night at Kamalame Cay that we ran into a gentleman we had met at the luncheon our first day on the island. He lived in the area, and asked us what we had done. I mentioned that we had taken a walk “into town,” and he laughed a bit and…
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Snorkeling and Diving in Andros, Bahamas
It’s time to get back out onto the water. We explored the oceanic and inland blue holes in a previous post. Now we’re headed out to check out some of the beautiful reefs for which Andros, Bahamas is famous. One trip was a snorkeling and diving trip. Our daughter is a certified diver, so she…
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Overwater Spa at Kamalame Cay
With so many activities, it’s time to wind down and have a little therapy. Kamalame Cay boasts the only overwater spa in the Bahamas. We had walked past the spa many times on our beach walks, but now it was time to visit with a purpose. The spa menu included many offerings, which can be…
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Bonefishing in Andros, Bahamas
When you travel to the “Bonefishing Capital of the World,” you have to give it a try, right? I’m not much of a fisherman, although I did go fishing quite a bit as a kid, and have never gone fishing on any of our trips to the Caribbean, but when I read an article in…
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A Visit to Androsia Batik
Since the time I started planning a trip to Andros, I knew I wanted to visit Androsia Batik. We had previously ordered from their online store, and picked up some items on a trip to Eleuthera, but I really wanted to see where and how it was made. Courtesy of our taxi driver, Mr. Pinder,…
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Blue Holes of Andros, Bahamas
You don’t go to Andros, Bahamas for the night life or casinos or shopping. You go because of its natural beauty, the beaches, the wildlife, the wetlands, and the third largest barrier reef in the world. If you like to explore the natural environment, Andros is for you. One of the most interesting natural features…
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Tour of Kamalame Cay
Let’s take a tour of Kamalame Cay! From our previous post, you know how to get to Andros, Bahamas. Now let’s make our way to Kamalame Cay. If you fly into Fresh Creek, take a taxi to Stanyard Creek. There you will find the boat dock where you will be greeted and escorted to…
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Understated Elegance at Kamalame Cay
“I’ve never been to a place where the palm fronds clack together,” my husband said while sitting back in his beach chair facing the calm of Kamalame Cay. Coconut palms surrounded our chairs on what seemed to be our own personal beach. “You have,” I replied. “You have just never heard them before.” We have…
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How to Get to Andros, Bahamas
When people ask where we’re headed for vacation, it often prompts two questions: (1) How did you hear of that place? and (2) How do you get there? The first question is easy to answer. I am an avid reader of all things Caribbean. I love to search out new places and go to those…
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Travel to the Caribbean During Hurricane Season
Many people rule out a Caribbean vacation during the summer because they don’t want to travel during hurricane season. Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and runs through November 30. Every trip featured here on My Irie Time was taken either the beginning or end of hurricane season, and you would never know it by…
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“The Bay of Piglets” – When the British Invaded Anguilla
If you have been to Anguilla and relaxed on one of its many peaceful beaches, it is difficult to imagine the thought of a large-scale military operation invading the island, yet that is what happened on March 19, 1969. Yesterday marked the 47th anniversary of the British invasion of the island, “Operation Sheepskin,” intended to…
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Reading up on Andros Island, Bahamas
In preparation for each trip, I like to do some research on the history of the area, and sprinkle in some other books related to island life. This year’s trip is to Andros Island, Bahamas, so I picked up a copy of Samuel Charters’ book, “The Day is So Long and the Wages So Small.”…
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Holiday Traditions
It’s the fourth week in November and I’m not wearing a bikini. Or donning flip flops, or slathering on the sunscreen. In Wisconsin, that would be expected for this time of year, but for us, it’s a bit unusual. It has been ten years since we haven’t traveled to the Caribbean at Thanksgiving. With our oldest…
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The Haunted House of Harbour Island, Bahamas
It’s that time of year for a ghost story, so come along with us as we visit the Haunted House of Harbour Island, Bahamas, also known as the Glen Stewart Mansion. The Haunted House is not much of a mystery as far as its location, as it appears on pretty much every map I’ve seen…
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Best Caribbean Beach Bars
There’s nothing like a great beach bar – a place to kick back with a tropical beverage and listen to the sounds of the ocean or a local band playing island tunes. Those included on our list were selected for the best in food, drink, and live music. Join us in visiting the best Caribbean…
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Happy National Rum Punch Day! Top 10 Caribbean Rum Punches
What better way to celebrate National Rum Punch Day than a countdown of the best rum punches that the islands have to offer! From the “sting” of the “Killer Bee” at Sunshine’s on Nevis, to the Sip Sip Rum Punch on Harbour Island Bahamas, to the “Special” Rum Punch at Smokey’s on Anguilla, see which…
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Travel For Less With The Anguilla Card
Anguilla has the reputation of being a high-end, expensive destination. No island is a bargain, when you consider the costs of importing goods, but you can ease the load a bit and travel for less with the Anguilla Card. The “discount card” for the island is the result of the ingenuity and hard work of…
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Happy National Mojito Day! The Mangojito!
In honor of National Mojito Day, we bring you a little bit of the Caribbean, the Mangojito, a creation of the folks at the Four Seasons Nevis. 1.5 ounces Brinley’s Gold Mango Rum 8 mint leaves Splash of simple syrup Juice of 1 lime 1 Tablespoon of mango puree Club Soda Start by peeling…
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Underwater Camera Review: Comparison of Olympus Tough TG-3 and TG-4
Recently, Olympus rolled out the latest version of its Tough camera, the Olympus Tough TG-4. This camera stands out among its competitors for offering RAW capture in an underwater compact camera at a reasonable price. We shot both the predecessor, the Olympus Tough TG-3 (our previous review here), and the new camera, the TG-4, on…
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#filmroadtrip: Road Test – Barbuda & Antigua
Last November, on our first trip with film in eight years (#filmroadtrip: Road Test – Anguilla), we learned a lot of lessons. One of my missions on this trip was to correct at least some of the mistakes I made. So on this #FilmRoadTrip: Road Test – Barbuda & Antigua, I tweaked a few things,…
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The Spirit of Jumby Bay, Antigua
The folks at Jumby Bay tell us that the resort is named after the Antiguan “jumbee,” a “playful spirit.” Some reading on the origins of the “jumbee” or “jumbie” tells us that in some of the islands, the jumbee is a vindictive, mischievous spirit, and that you should take precautions, such as placing piles of sands…
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Things to Do at Jumby Bay, Antigua
I’m not really a big “activity” person when it comes to vacation. As long as I have a nice beach and beautiful water to swim in, I’m pretty much set. So when I found myself looking forward to what “the Concierge recommends” in the morning “Jumby Journal,” I kind of surprised myself. Not being one…
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Dining and Cocktails at Jumby Bay, Antigua
It seems too simple to call it “food and drink” at Rosewood’s Jumby Bay, Antigua. It was like fine dining at every meal, and a wide variety of cocktails at each of the resort bars. Let’s start with breakfast. Served daily at the Estate House restaurant, you have a variety of choices at the buffet,…
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Tour of Jumby Bay Island, Antigua
We’ve stowed our carryons, hopped on our bikes, and it’s time to tour Jumby Bay Island, home to Rosewood’s Jumby Bay! Let’s head toward the Estate House, where you’ll have breakfast, catch a drink in the afternoon, and dine at the formal Italian restaurant in the evenings. The Estate House was built in 1830, and…
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Rondavel Rooms, Jumby Bay, Antigua
Jumby Bay’s welcome cocktails have cooled us off and it’s time to check out our rooms. We booked two Rondavel rooms, one for us and one for the teenagers. Our rooms were located in one building, but are not connected, affording complete privacy from one another. They are located in between the Verandah and the Estate…
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Welcome to Jumby Bay, Antigua!
Welcome to Jumby Bay, Antigua! “Welcome” seems far too common a word to express the greeting you get at Rosewood’s Jumby Bay. It’s not just a custom upon arrival of guests. It even goes farther than an expression that they are happy to see you. At Jumby Bay, it’s like a big hug from your…
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An Afternoon in Codrington, Barbuda
“Look for the propane tanks.” Those were the directions to Codrington, Barbuda’s only grocery store. Barbuda was not known for having a lot of signs, probably because everyone already knows where to go. Codrington is the only settlement on the island, and home to the vast majority of islanders. It is not “designed for tourists,”…
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Lighthouse Bay Resort, Barbuda
“Are you going to walk six miles in this direction or six miles in that direction?” If that’s the toughest question you have on any given day, you are a very lucky person. There are places in the Caribbean which are undeveloped, and the beauty of the place is the fact that it is untouched, unspoiled by human…
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The Natural Beauty of Barbuda
“Barbuda, the land where time stands still.” My husband laughed as the airport agent made this comment while checking our passports and boarding passes in the Antigua airport. In response, the agent replied, “No, I’m serious. It’s really beautiful there.” We had hoped that Barbuda would live up to those expectations. I had read about…
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How to Get to Barbuda
Barbuda’s miles of beaches remain unspoiled perhaps because it’s not terribly obvious how to get there, and even if you have some information about how to get there, getting ahold of the people you need to contact isn’t always easy. Having just returned from our trip to Barbuda and Antigua, let me offer our experience…
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Antigua and Barbuda: The Travel Planner
Every good trip starts with a travel planner. The way to get the most out of your trip is to do your homework, to learn about the island, the people, and the places to see so that you make the most of your limited time there. When it comes to vacations, most of us don’t…
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Just Back from Antigua and Barbuda!
We’re just back from Antigua and Barbuda! Over the next few weeks, stay tuned for details of our trip, including stays at Barbuda’s Lighthouse Bay Resort, and Rosewood’s Jumby Bay, a private island resort just minutes from Antigua. We have loads of photos to sort through so check back often!
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All Posts | Caribbean | Food & Drink | Travel
Taste of the Caribbean
Come along for a taste of our favorite dishes from the Caribbean islands. You’ll be tempted by the refreshing conch salad of the Turks & Caicos islands, with the conch pulled from the sea right in front of your eyes. Explore the foodie paradise of the island of Anguilla, with the best chefs of the…
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Earth Day Feature: Green VI Glass Studio, Tortola, BVI
In celebration of Earth Day, we take a trip to the island of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands for a visit to GreenVI Glass Studio. GreenVI is a non-profit organization dedicated to recycling and other green projects in the islands. GreenVI’s Glass Studio takes used bottles and transforms them into beautiful gifts. There is a selection…
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Postcards from the Islands
I love to collect postcards. When I travel on business, I stop into local antique stores and take a look around, especially for postcards from the Caribbean. Many of these cards date back to a time when zip codes weren’t used. You just wrote the city, or city and state, and your card found its…
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Moonsplash: Bankie Banx’s Dune Preserve, Anguilla
When people describe Anguilla, they often rave about the beaches and the food, but not to be overlooked is the music. Live music is widely available on the island, and the most famous Anguillan musician has to be Bankie Banx. Bankie plays regular at his now famous Dune Preserve, but once a year, he hosts…
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Back to the Beach: Dune Jewelry
When we return from our trips from the Caribbean, we carry with us many great memories, loads of photographs, and oftentimes, a few grains of sand from the beaches we visit. Fall in love with the island all over again by transforming that bottle of beach sand into a beautiful piece of jewelry you can…
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Family Travel: How to Pick the Perfect Caribbean Hotel
When we look toward traveling to a new island, one of the first choices we make is the hotel, and picking the perfect hotel for your family is no easy task. Picking the perfect resort, villa, or hotel requires research and consideration of what you need, and more importantly, what you don’t need, to make…
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My Choice for Best Travel Tripod: Review of Gitzo Mountaineer GT 0532
You will probably see a lot of posts about the “best travel tripod” if you were like me and you were struggling to make a decision as to which to choose. Some articles were more informative than others. What I gleaned from what I read was that what was the “best travel tripod” for one…
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Anguilla Trip Report: November-December 2014
All the film is back from the lab, all the digital images processed, and even our bags are unpacked (even the camera bag!), and our 2014 Anguilla Trip Report is complete. This year we visited many old friends, and made many new. It remains our favorite island in the Caribbean and every day I wish…
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Geraud’s Patisserie, Anguilla
No trip to Anguilla is complete without a stop at Geraud’s. I am amazed every time I enter the shop – – row after row of gorgeous pastries and breads to choose from! I’m no chef, but I had always read that good pastry requires cool conditions, and Anguilla is anything but cool. He turns…
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Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla
There are a lot of lists of the best beaches in the Caribbean and the best beaches in Anguilla. When it comes to Anguilla, you usually hear about Shoal Bay, and don’t get me wrong, it is a beautiful beach. So is Meads Bay, and Cove Bay, and Maunday’s Bay. I could keep going, but my…
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Cha Cha San, Anguilla
It was our first night on the island, and we were headed to Picante to catch some margaritas and Mexican food. The only problem? Picante is closed on Tuesdays. A new plan is needed. We start driving east, trying to think where to go. Driving along, just as we were passing Dungeon Gym, over on…
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Irie Life, Anguilla
We don’t shop much on vacation, but we do like to pick up a few gifts and some t-shirts to add to our collection. Our favorite place for t-shirts on Anguilla is Irie Life. Irie Life has two locations, one on Back Street in South Hill, and one in Sandy Ground. We always go to…
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SandBar, Anguilla
When we last visited Anguilla in 2010, we quickly became fans of SandBar, a beachside tapas restaurant in Sandy Ground. It quickly became one of our favorite beach bars. Since our last visit, the restaurant was sold to Darren and Alicia Banks, and I feared that one of my favorite restaurants would become merely…
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Thanksgiving at Barrel Stay, Anguilla
We were looking for a special restaurant on Anguilla for what was Thanksgiving Day in the States, and we found our way back to Barrel Stay. Located in Sandy Ground on the beach, hosts and chef, and husband and wife team, Jill and Graham, offer a great place for fine beachfront dining. Upon arrival, we…
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Take Me Back to the CuisinArt Resort, Anguilla
Coming back to The CuisinArt was like coming home again. We stayed here on our very first trip to Anguilla in 2007. I still remember the doorman calling to us as we ventured out for our first bit of driving on the island, “Left is right, right is wrong!” It’s a family-friendly resort that’s not…
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Limin’ Boutique, Anguilla
Looking for beautiful, unique gifts for the people back home? Be sure to stop into Limin’ Boutique, located on the northside of the main road, just east of the turnoff to Smokey’s on Anguilla’s west end. Looking for beautiful, unique gifts for the people back home? Be sure to stop into Limin’ Boutique, located on…
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Sunday Afternoon at da’Vida, Anguilla
Sunday afternoons are the perfect time to visit da’Vida, located on Crocus Bay in Anguilla. The restaurant always had a great reputation, but we never found our way there on previous visits. After this visit, I look forward to visiting again. We weren’t alone. Sunday afternoon seemed to be the time, and da’Vida seemed…
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Saturdays are for Smokey’s, Anguilla
One constant has remained for every trip to Anguilla – – Saturdays are for Smokey’s. I remember our first trip to the island in 2007. I heard there was live music at Smokey’s for lunch on Saturday, so I was determined to make it there on our first full day on the island. We walked…
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Under the Sea with Shoal Bay Scuba, Anguilla
It was time to see Anguilla from a different point of view – to go below the surface and see what lay beneath. We did just that this year with our scuba/snorkel trip with Shoal Bay Scuba. My daughter always wanted to learn to scuba dive, so in the summer of 2012 before heading to…
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Take Me Back to The Dune: Bankie Banx’s Dune Preserve, Anguilla
A trip to Anguilla is not complete without a stop at Bankie Banx’s Dune Preserve. We first visited in 2007, and although our kids were young, ages 8 and 10, we forced them to stay up late so we could hear Bankie play. The place has such a relaxed feel to it, that it’s hard…
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Top Ten Irie Moments of 2014
We travel over Thanksgiving and every year give thanks for all we have. We find ourselves doing the same at the year’s end. We are thankful for the wonderful people we have met and the great adventures we have had together. Join us for our New Year’s Eve countdown of our top ten irie moments…
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Garvey’s Sunshine Shack, Anguilla
A little extra bit of sunshine can be found on Anguilla’s Rendezvous Bay since our last visit in 2010. New to the beach just east of the CuisinArt Resort is a wonderful beach bar with great food and drink and the friendliest service, Garvey’s Sunshine Shack. Our travel day to the island is always a…
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Más Picante, Por Favor! Picante Caribbean Taqueria, Anguilla
We make a habit of visiting Picante on every visit to Anguilla, oftentimes twice each trip, and this trip was no exception. If anything has changed since our last visit in 2010, it wasn’t the quality of the food or the friendly service. Picante never disappoints. The margaritas are as I remembered them, just boozy…
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Hungry’s Good Food!, Anguilla
I read about Hungry’s on Nori’s Anguilla Beaches site, and with my Anguilla Card in hand, we were ready to give it a try. Having read about the lobster quesadillas, I was sold – – plus it was Thanksgiving Day in the U.S., and I needed to keep up my tradition of a meal of…
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Blanchard’s Beach Shack, Anguilla
Blanchard’s Beach Shack is a new addition to Meads Bay since our last visit in 2010. Blanchard’s flagship restaurant was well-known to us. When I planned our first trip to Anguilla, I read “A Trip to the Beach” several times, and was familiar with the family’s journey to opening one of the best-known restaurants on…
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B&D’s BBQ, Anguilla
One of our favorite spots for dinner on Anguilla is B&D’s BBQ. It’s a bit different from other dining spots on the island. You won’t find white linen table cloths, ocean views, or live music. What you will find is great local food in a family setting. B&D’s is only open Friday and Saturday nights,…
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#filmroadtrip: Road Test – Anguilla
We took the film on the road and the results are back. We took the film cameras to Anguilla, the Canon 1V and the Mamiya Pro TL. We took a variety of film stocks, Fuji 400H, Kodak Portra 400, Porta 160, and Ektar 100. We experimented and burned a lot of film. Many lessons were…
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A Great Time to Be On Anguilla: Video Release of Omari Banks’ “No Point to Prove”
Fortune smiled upon us as we happened to be on Anguilla at the same time as the video release of Omari Banks’ new single “No Point to Prove,” featuring Peetah Morgan of Morgan Heritage. If you’ve been to Anguilla, you no doubt know Omari Banks. He is the son of Bankie Banx, an Anguillan legend,…
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Just Back from Anguilla!
We’re back from a very restful stay at the CuisinArt Resort on the beautiful island of Anguilla. This was our fourth trip to the island, and our second stay at the CuisinArt. The resort is located on Rendezvous Bay with views of Ste. Maarten/St. Martin in the distance. This two-mile stretch of beach is great…
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Our Best of the Caribbean
After traveling around the Caribbean for a few years, we are regularly asked about what is the best resort, best beach, best restaurant, etc. We have a long way to go in our travels through the islands, but these places have impressed us over the years. Enjoy this list of “our best” of the Caribbean,…
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What’s in My Bag? Bahamas Edition
This edition of “What’s in My Bag?” is our post-trip report on the camera gear we used for our trip to Eleuthera and Harbour Island in the Bahamas. I’m changing up the gear I use the more trips we take. Let’s take a look to see what was worth the effort, and what just ended…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Sands, Bahamas
It’s National Beer Day here in the United States, the day we celebrate the Cullen-Harrison Act, signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, which went into effect on April 7, 1933. The Cullen-Harrison Act legalized the sale of 3.2% beer and wine, which had been prohibited by the 1919 Volstead Act. Subsequently, Congress passed…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Goombay Smash, Bahamas
Welcome back to Eleuthera, as “Spirits of the Caribbean” enjoys a Goombay Smash at Tippy’s. Made from a mix of pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut rum, this refreshing cocktail will remind you you’re in the islands. Said to be the national drink of the Bahamas, the Goombay Smash was created by Miss Emily of…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Stone Crab Claws – Eleuthera, Bahamas
Today’s “Taste of the Caribbean” takes us to the Bahamas, specifically to the island of Eleuthera, for a helping of stone crab claws from Tippy’s, located on Banks Road in Governor’s Harbour. Stone crabs regrow their claws, whether they are lost in battle or harvested by fishermen, so long as the joint which linked the…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Spicy Conch Chili, Harbour Island, Bahamas
Taste of the Caribbean takes us to Harbour Island in the Bahamas, a short 10-minute boat ride from the northern end of Eleuthera. This island known best for the famous Pink Sand Beach on its eastern shore, is also home to some fantastic restaurants, including Sip Sip, known for cocktails and gossip, “sip sip,” but…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Rum Bubba, Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas
The Rum Bubba is a Friday Night tradition in the town of Governor’s Harbour in central Eleuthera. Every Friday night, locals and tourists alike partake of the weekly fish fry and its famous cocktail, the Rum Bubba. Come with us as we explore all the food and drink offered on the Caribbean’s friendliest island in…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Sip Sip Rum Punch, Harbour Island, Bahamas
This “Spirit of the Caribbean” can be found steps away from the famous Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island, Bahamas. This is the Sip Sip Rum Punch, a perfect blend of pineapple, guava, and passion fruit juices which make this rum punch a winner. For more on why Sip Sip is one of our…
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Is That Sand Really Pink?
If you read our posts on Eleuthera, you can tell that we loved the pink sand. I had seen many photos of French Leave Beach and Harbour Island before our visit and some looked a bit unreal – – almost a cotton candy hue. I suspected that many of these images are the result…
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic with Brian and Sarah
I have always wanted to go to Carnival in the Caribbean, but we never seemed to be in the islands at the right time. My friend and photographer, Brian Sprague, and his friend, Sarah, celebrated their birthdays in in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and were kind enough to share their experiences, including Carnival! For those…
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Our Complete Eleuthera Trip Report
Our Eleuthera trip report is now complete! Travel with us as we make our way to and around the island. Visit our home away from home, the beautiful two-bedroom, Whel-Appointed villa. Enjoy the tapas and seemingly endless cocktails at our favorite beach bar on Eleuthera, The Beach House on French Leave Beach. Join us as we take…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 6: Local Food and Drink
No trip report is complete without talking about the food and drink. Vacation is not just about the beach and the ocean. We need to recharge! We tried a wide variety of local food and drink, from local stands off the side of the road to the pricier restaurants which you read about in the…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 5: Day Trip to Harbour Island a/k/a A Tale of Supermodels and Superheroes
It’s time for a day trip! The fifth part of our Eleuthera trip report takes us on a day trip to another of the islands of the Bahamas, Harbour Island. Harbour Island, “Briland” to the locals, is located just a mile or two off the coast of Eleuthera. Although it is only 3-1/2 miles long…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 4: Walking Tour of Governor’s Harbour
Not all of our time was spent on the beach. Unfortunately, during our stay, we saw a bit of rain, but that’s a perfect time to get into town and take a look around. Join us on a walking tour of Governor’s Harbour! The building which stands out most in Governor’s Harbour is the blue…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 3: Favorite Beach Bars -The Beach House
Even better than finding a great new beach bar is finding a great new beach bar a short walk down the road from the house where you are staying. The Beach House, located on Banks Road in Governors Harbour, Eleuthera, is just steps from the pink sand of French Leave Beach and offers some of…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 2: Our Home Away From Home – “Whel- Appointed”
We had never rented a house before, so I was a bit apprehensive. We had learned through years of traveling that we used few of the amenities at the resorts where we stayed, and it seemed silly to pay for tennis courts, swimming pools, and spas, when all we wanted to do was hit the…
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Eleuthera Trip Report Part 1: “Eleuthera, It’s Not for Everyone” Because Not Everyone Likes Beautiful, Unspoiled Beaches, Great Food & Friendly People
I always wondered about that slogan, “Eleuthera, It’s Not for Everyone.” Eleuthera has beautiful beaches. Eleuthera has fresh seafood, lovingly prepared by friendly people, people always interested in if you are enjoying your visit and willing to help you along the way. There are no big grocery stores or Hertz or Avis rental cars….
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Just Back from Eleuthera and Harbour Island!
We’re just back from Eleuthera and Harbour Island! This was “our beach” for nine days, the mile-long French Leave Beach! And yes, the sand is pink! Stay tuned for our trip reports coming soon!
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The Roar of the Lionfish
The Roar of the Lionfish When a species is introduced into a place unknown to it before, the consequences can be devastating. The coastal United States and Caribbean nations are currently threatened with the invasion of a species of fish which has no predators in the region, other than man, and which may be responsible…
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Dia de los Muertos
In college, having the day after Halloween off from school was a blessing, although I really had not known of the holy day before starting Marquette. All Saints Day or All Souls Day, November 1, celebrates those who have passed before us. In Mexico, the day is known as Dia de los Muertos, or Day…
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New Mexico 2013
A wedding took us to Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico, staying at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa. The rehearsal dinner was at the Casa Rodena Winery in Albuquerque, and the ceremony was on the grounds of the resort with the mountains in view. We had some “Christmas Style” at Mary & Tito’s,…
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Travel Photography Gear
It’s time to start reviewing what photography gear I need to pack for this year’s trip. For travel, it’s important to keep things light, but you do want to make sure you have the gear to get the images you want. I have started keeping track of what I pack and what I use, and…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Picante Margarita, Anguilla
Our trips to Anguilla would not be complete without at stop at Picante, and a pitcher, or two, of their delicious margaritas. For more on why we love Picante, read our report here. For margaritas at home, my favorite recipe comes from north of the border, from Rick Bayless, famous for his restaurants, Topolobampo and…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Caribbean Punch, Providenciales, TCI
Bay Bistro’s Caribbean Punch is a bit different than most rum punches we’ve enjoyed in the Caribbean. In addition to fruit juices, in this case, orange and pineapple juices, the Caribbean Punch at Bay Bistro, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, has vodka and peach schnapps. The result is light and refreshing, and a bit less…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Raspberry Chili Cocktail, Virgin Gorda
Included in our trip to Virgin Gorda with Dive BVI was a stop at Coco Maya Restaurant for lunch. Coco Maya describes itself as an “open concept, beachfront Latin Asian Fusion restaurant with new tasty cocktails and a casual funky vibe.” It has some of the most interesting combinations I’ve seen both with regard to food and…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Rum Punch, Salt Mills Cafe, Turks & Caicos Islands
This colorful rum punch comes to us courtesy of the Salt Mills Cafe and Diner, located in the Salt Mills Plaza, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. I couldn’t help but take a few sips before taking a this photo! Decorated in bright primary colors, the diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers vegetarian and…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Ting with a Zing, Nevis
While visiting the Library Bar at the Four Seasons Nevis, our bartender, Candy, mixed up quite a few cocktails, including this Ting with a Zing, made with CSR, cane sugar rum from St. Kitts, and Ting, a delicious grapefruit soda from Jamaica. Or is it a “Ting with a Sting?” I guess it just depends…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Red Stripe, Jamaica
Red Stripe was first brewed in Jamaica in 1928, first as a dark brown ale, and a few years later as the golden lager which we know today. Red Stripe has a connection to another favorite brew, Guinness. Red Stripe is currently owned by Diageo, a company formed in 1997 through a merger of Guinness (yes,…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Rum Punch, Hemingway’s, Turks & Caicos Islands
Our favorite rum punch on Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, can be found at Hemingway’s, located in The Sands, a resort right on Grace Bay Beach. You can see a nice float of Myer’s Dark Rum along the top. Cheers!
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Spirits of the Caribbean: SandBar Rum, Anguilla
Almost too pretty to drink are the flavored rums at SandBar, located in Sandy Ground, on the island of Anguilla. Perfect to accompany the tasty small plates of 4-Diamond Award winning Executive Chef Denise Carr, formerly the Executive Chef at Cusinart Resort and Spa, who in 2007 she managed the National Culinary Team of Anguilla. She…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Rhum Barbancourt, Haiti
The story of Rhum Barbancourt starts in 1862, when Dupre Barbancourt, a native of France, perfected his double distillation process for making rum, a process utilized in the making of fine cognac. When he died, the company passed to his wife’s family, and the rum has been produced by generations of the Gardere family ever…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Callwood Distillery, Tortola
Rum has been distilled and blended by the Callwood family for more than 200 years in Tortola. Callwood produces sugar cane rum, aged in oak barrels. It claims to be the Caribbean’s oldest continuously operating pot distillery. If you visit between March and August, you may have a chance to see the full distilling operation….
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Spirits of the Caribbean: St. John Brewers, St. John, USVI
The story of St. John Brewers is the kind of thing you talk about doing one day as you sit on the beach with a cold beer in your hand. It’s the fantasy of leaving the big city job in the States and starting a brewery in the islands. For Chirag Vyas and Kevin Chipman,…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Pyrat Rum, Anguilla
Today’s Spirits of the Caribbean is a bit of a blast from the past. You will see Pyrat Rum in your liquor store or local watering hole, but you won’t see the Pyrat Rum plant on Anguilla anymore. Years ago, there was a Pyrat Rum blending and bottling plant on Anguilla, located in Sandy Ground,…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Mangojito at Home
So you’re not on Nevis, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the Mangojito at home. We start with the recipe from the Four Seasons Nevis: 1.5 ounces Brinley’s Gold Mango Rum 8 mint leaves Splash of simple syrup Juice of 1 lime 1 Tablespoon of mango puree Club Soda Start by peeling and removing…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Mangojito, Nevis
The signature cocktail of the Four Seasons Nevis, the Mangojito is a mix of Brinley’s Gold Mango Rum, mango puree, simple syrup, club soda, and muddled mint leaves. Who knew that the mojito could be even more delicious? The folks at the Four Seasons have generously shared their recipe, so be sure to try this…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Carib, Trinidad & Tobago
Carib Lager is found all over the Caribbean, but finds its origins in Trinidad and Tobago. First brewed in 1950, the 5.2% ABV lager is as popular now as ever. With arrangements made in advance, you can tour the brewery. If you are on St. Kitts and want to set up a tour of the…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Guavaberry Liqueur, Sint Maarten
Guavaberry Liqueur is made from oak-aged rum, cane sugar, and wild Sint Maarten guavaberries found high in the hills on the island. Try a Guavaberry Margarita, Guavaberry Sunrise, or Guavaberry Colada, with recipes found on the Guavaberry website. Cheers! SaveSave
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Cane Spirit Ritchmont, St. Kitts
St. Kitts and Nevis were known as the “sugar islands,” with abundant fields of sugar cane, and alive with the milling of sugar cane, and the distillation and production of rum. Unfortunately over time, those distilleries disappeared and now the only rum produced locally is home brew or “hammond.” There remains a brand of rum…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Sunshine’s “Killer Bee,” Nevis
No list of the best spirits of the Caribbean is complete without a nod to the “Killer Bee,” found at Sunshine’s on the island of Nevis. This refreshing rum cocktail has a way of sneaking up on you, so be careful to avoid the “sting.” By my count, it hits you around your third drink….
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Jan’s Infamous Rum Punch, Turks & Caicos Islands
When you arrive at Da Conch Shack, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, you are immediately drawn to the fresh conch, pulled from the sea before your eyes. But don’t overlook the offerings of Da Conch Shack’s Rum Bar, including Jan’s Infamous Rum Punch. You know it’s good when you can see that nice float of…
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Spirits of the Caribbean: Smokey’s Rum Punch, Anguilla
Today, we start a new series, “Spirits of the Caribbean,” with our favorite rum punch, found at Smokey’s at the Cove, Cove Bay, Anguilla. Read about why Smokey’s is one of our favorite beach bars here, and stay tuned for your daily spirit! SaveSave
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Taste of the Caribbean: Sunshine’s Chicken Wings
Taste of the Caribbean takes us back to the island of Nevis. You may be drawn to Sunshine’s for its famous “Killer Bee” cocktail, but don’t miss the food. Sunshine serves up some great dishes, including these delicious chicken wings. For more on why Sunshine’s is one of our favorite beach bars, read our story…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Wood-Fired Pizza
I love the fresh seafood and local dishes when traveling to the Caribbean. However, after a while, I get a taste for something different or a taste of home. When on Anguilla, a great stop is Madeariman’s, where you not only have a selection of great French dishes, but you can have your favorite pizza,…
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Taste of the Caribbean: BBQ Chicken
Chicken and pork dishes are very common in the islands, but everyone has a slightly different interpretation. Pictured above is the BBQ chicken at Smokey’s at the Cove, on the island of Anguilla. The sauce is not thick and sweet, but instead is light and tangy. Order it along with a Red Stripe, and you…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Hot Wings
We’ve had hot wings in a lot of places, and they have been good, but the hot wings at Pusser’s Marina Cay were so good we had to come back again and again for more. Pusser’s, famous for their rum, has a number of locations, primarily in the Caribbean. Marina Cay is a small island…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Escargot
The influence of the French is strong in the islands, even in the British islands. This plate of escargot in garlic cream sauce was found at Madeariman’s, located on Shoal Bay in Anguilla. Shoal Bay is one of the most beautiful beaches in the islands, the perfect setting in which to enjoy Madeariman’s offerings, including…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Braised Pork
You don’t order from a menu at Rodney’s Cuisine. Rodney Elliott herself greets you to tell you what she’s serving. Today’s menu offered chicken along with the braised pork dish you see pictured above. For authentic, local food, give Rodney’s a try. Rodney’s is located on the main road coming out of Charlestown (headed counterclockwise…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Churros
Taste of the Caribbean isn’t limited to traditional foods from the islands. We have encountered many other foods there which are worth a stop on your travels. One of those places is Picante, a Mexican restaurant on the island of Anguilla. The churros pictured above were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside,…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Johnnycakes
Taste of Caribbean today presents an island classic, the johnnycake. We’ve tasted johnnycakes throughout the islands, and each chef has a slightly different take on this Caribbean staple. The johnnycake pictured above was our favorite, found at Rodney’s Cuisine on Nevis. They were crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. For more on…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Grilled Wahoo
Taste of the Caribbean is back on the Nevis. We are walking from the Four Seasons, past Sunshine’s, and a little farther down Pinney’s Beach, we come upon Double Deuce. Double Deuce is known for its amazing DD burger, but there are many other delicious offerings on the chalkboard menu, including this grilled wahoo. Take…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Conch Fritters
On Taste of the Caribbean today, we have one of our favorite beach eats, conch fritters. A batter is made into which conch, peppers, onions, and seasonings are mixed, and then spoonfuls of the batter are dropped into the deep fryer. Served with a dipping sauce, it’s the perfect partner to a cold Turks Head…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Conch Salad
Taste of the Caribbean is in the mood for a festival today, so we take you to the Turks & Caicos Conch Festival, held each November in the Blue Hills area of Providenciales. There are a variety of events at the festival, but the best is the “Conch-etition,” where area chefs compete for the best…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Sunshine Salad, Nevis
Today’s Taste of the Caribbean comes from Sunshine’s, the Nevis beach bar famous for the sting of their “Killer Bee.” Sunshine’s is not only about great drinks, but has some of the best food on the island. Among the tasty offerings is the Sunshine Salad. When I asked what was in it, I was told…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Peas and Rice
It’s a classic found throughout the Caribbean. Peas and rice accompany many of our favorite meals on our travels through the islands. This gorgeous plate of food was found at Hole in the Wall, on Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. It was recommended by our rental car agent (rental car guys and taxi…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Pain du Chocolat
Good morning! Bonjour! Taste of the Caribbean embraces the French influence in the islands this morning, with the Pain du Chocolat, found at Geraud’s Patisserie on the island of Anguilla. Look at all those layers! I only wish Geraud’s would open a Wisconsin location! For more on our trips to Anguilla, including loads of delicious…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Ceviche Salad
Taste of the Caribbean takes us to the British Virgin Islands today. The Ceviche Salad at Coco Maya on Virgin Gorda is a refreshing blend of fresh fish, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, served over a bed of greens, and topped with a scoop of coconut sorbet. Pair it with the restaurant’s zingy Raspberry Chili Martini,…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Anguillan Breakfast
Today we’re serving up an authentic Anguillan breakfast, complete with whole fried fish and johnnycakes. This dish was served to us at Anacaona Boutique Hotel, located on Meads Bay in Anguilla, one of the best hotel bargains on the island. On Thursday nights, Anacaona serves up an Anguillan buffet along with a performance of the Mayoumba…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Oxtail Stew
Our daughter has always been a pretty adventurous orderer, surprising restauranteurs with her selections. When she was 7-years-old and we traveled to Mexico, she ordered squid and octopus. We began traveling to the Caribbean when she was 9, and she was the first to order some of the local fare, including oxtails. The rich stew…
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Taste of the Caribbean: Anegada Lobster Salad, British Virgin Islands
Today’s edition of Taste of the Caribbean comes to us courtesy of the British Virgin Islands. I knew when we were planning our trip to the British Virgin Islands that I had to make sure to order the lobster for which Anegada is famous, although I couldn’t wait until our day trip to the island….
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Taste of the Caribbean: Conch Salad, Turks & Caicos Islands
It’s time to launch our new series featuring our favorite dishes from the Caribbean islands. Today’s feature is Conch Salad from the Turks & Caicos Islands. This particular conch salad comes from Da Conch Shack, located in the Blue Hills area of Providenciales. At Da Conch Shack, you can watch as they pull the conch…
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TV Land Meets the British Virgin Islands
How often do you travel to the Caribbean and happen upon a group of beloved television characters? It’s only happened once, on our visit to The Last Resort, Bellamy Cay, British Virgin Islands. First, how do you get there? I can’t help you navigate by sea, but by land, get yourself to Trellis Bay on…
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“Z” is for Zymurgy
All good things must come to an end, as does our Caribbean “A” to “Z” series, with the letter “Z” for zymurgy, a word everyone should have in their Scrabble or Hangman vocabulary. Zymurgy is the science of brewing beer, the branch of applied chemistry dealing with the fermentation process. The Caribbean is home to…
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“Y” is for Yuletide
We generally travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, and at that time, preparations for the holidays has already begun in the Caribbean. If you travel to the Caribbean in December, you have your choice of festive events. Here are just a few links to places where you can learn more about Christmas traditions in Jamaica, Barbados,…
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“X” is for Xenophile
I have to admit, “X” was a tough one. The only “X” words that came to mind were “x-ray” and “xylophone.” So I spent a bit of time on the internet looking through Scrabble guides for “X.” When I saw “xenophile,” I knew I had a winner. A xenophile is a person attracted to or…
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“W” is for Watersports
The Caribbean’s best attraction after the beach is the water that surrounds it. The region offers a variety of watersports for you to enjoy, including surfing, swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, and stand-up paddleboarding. This shop in Trellis Bay on Beef Island, British Virgin Islands, just a few minutes from the airport, offers instruction in…
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“V” is for Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda was given its name by Christopher Columbus, who believed the shape of the island looked like a well-rounded woman reclining, or a “fat virgin.” The island is the third largest, and second most populous island in the British Virgin Islands, home to approximately 3600 residents. The most famous attraction on Virgin Gorda, and…
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“U” is for Umbrella
When I see photos of beaches in Hawaii, Florida or European beaches, I am always surprised by the number of people there. I have to say that I look for places where the crowds don’t go, where you can have a peaceful walk on the beach without dodging beach balls or sprawling bodies. This view…
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“T” is for Ting
“T” is for Ting! Ting is a delightfully refreshing grapefruit soda which has its roots on the island of Jamaica. It was named by the island pronunciation of “thing,” as in “Give me a ting.” When growing up as a kid in Wisconsin, I remember a soda called Ting which had a funky, 60’s…
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“S” is for Sailing
Sailing and the Caribbean go together like peas and carrots. Initially, solely a form of transportation, sailing is now primarily for recreation and sport. Some of my favorite Caribbean bloggers are people who have decided to see the Caribbean by sail. Their websites are filled with beautiful images of the islands, along with the nuts…
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“R” is for Rum
If you scroll through our travel journal, you will find quite a few rum drinks we’ve had the pleasure of encountering on our trips through the islands. The most recent rum experience was the most unique of our encounters. Pictured above are three of the rums you will find at Callwood Distillery, located on the…
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“Q” is for Queen Conch
The queen conch, the “strombus gigas,” is found in the warm waters of the Atlantic and the Caribbean from Florida to Brazil. Their shells are readily identifiable, with a bright colored pink lip. The conch, which grows to adulthood with its shell, uses its strong muscle to propel itself. Conch meat has a mild, sweet flavor,…
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“P” is for Palm
When we think of the Caribbean, we think of tall palm trees, slightly curved, at the edge of a white sand beach. When we look a little closer, we realize that the palm family, botanical family Arecaceae or Palmaceae, consists of 2600 different species. Historically, palms have symbolized victory and triumph. The Romans celebrated victory in games…
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“O” is for Oil Drum Cooking
Some of my favorite food from the islands comes from a simple device, a grill made from discarded oil drums, cut in half and hinged. This row of beauties was found on the island of Anegada, in the British Virgin Islands. If you’re inspired to cook up some of your own, and are looking for…
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“N” is for Nevis
Nevis is a 36 square-mile island at the center of which is Nevis Peak, which rises 3,232 feet. Nevis was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, and was called “Nuestra Senora de Las Nieves” which means “Our Lady of the Snows,” a description of the small cloud which is nearly always present around the peak, resembling…
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“M” is for Monkey
The green vervet monkey is native to Africa. It was brought to the Caribbean, specifically Barbados, St. Kitts, and Nevis along with slaves by the Europeans. One person’s pet is another person’s pest. The monkeys have been known to raid crops, and can be wasteful creatures. While on a hike on Nevis, our guide showed…
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“L” is for Lobster
Lobsters in the Caribbean are quite different than their cousins found in the waters along the northeast coast of the United States. The first distinguishing feature is that the spiny lobsters of the Caribbean lack the pincher claws of the cold water lobsters, using their spiny exterior as their defense mechanism. The taste of the…
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Top Ten Things To Do in the Caribbean
Time to daydream a bit. When work gets a bit dull, it’s easy to glide over to Facebook or Twitter, and think about what you would rather be doing right now. If you really had to narrow it down to a list, and put them in order of priority, what makes your top ten? Here’s…
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“J” is for Johnnycake
Johnnycakes are common throughout the Caribbean, although there are quite a few variations. Typically, it is a fried or baked biscuit, traditionally served with breakfast. I’ve tasted many variations, but my favorites come from Rodney Elliott’s restaurant on Nevis, Rodney’s Cuisine. Her johnnycakes are fluffy like a biscuit inside with a crisp exterior. We were…
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“I” is for Irish
It’s not always easy to see the connection between Ireland and the Caribbean. Danny Buoy’s, an Irish pub on the island of Providenciales, in the Turks & Caicos Islands, is a rarity in the islands, where the beach bar is the norm. However, the Irish are not strangers to the Caribbean, particularly on island…
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“H” is for History
The Caribbean is loaded with history, having seen the influence of many people from different lands. Historical sites are quite accessible too. You won’t see a lot of glass cases or roped off areas here. It may be a bit of a challenge to find the sites, but many are open for you to explore….
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“G” is for Green VI
GreenVI Glass Studio is a non-profit organization devoted to a greener, more environmentally sound British Virgin Islands. The studio recycles glass, largely beer and liquor bottles, which are used to make paperweights, jewelry, souvenirs, and other glass collectables. Mentors also provide training in the making of glass to educate others and promote the organization’s goals….
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“F” is for Fireball
If you are visiting the island of Tortola, make a point of visiting Aragorn’s Studio, located in Trellis Bay and the adjoining Beef Island. Aragorn is best known for his brilliant metal sculptures called “fireballs.” Fireballs are made from large steel buoys that have reached their useful life on the ocean. The buoys are then…
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“E” is for Eleuthera
Eleuthera, one of the out islands of the Bahamas, is our next destination. In preparation for our trip, I have begun doing some research on the island, which includes reading a well-regarded history of the islands by Mrs. Everild Young, later known as Mrs. Everild Helweg-Larsen (1909-1992), a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. Mrs….
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“D” is for Dune Preserve
No list of anything in the Caribbean is complete without a mention of Dune Preserve, Bankie Banx’s place on Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla, voted the #1 Beach Bar in the World. Perhaps it’s the great music, the gorgeous views of St. Martin, or the friendly people, but we never miss a visit there on our trips…
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“C” is for Church
There is no shortage of churches in the Caribbean. You will find houses of worship for many faiths in the islands, although Christianity predominates, likely due to the influences of the European explorers (or “invaders” depending upon your perspective). The mural above comes from the Marigot Catholic Church, which sits atop a hill on the road…
