Southeast of North America lies the Caribbean, which is a region made of thousands of islands, islets, and reefs, each offering something new to the visitor. The area has a mix of climates, since the geography of the islands are different; some are flat, such as Barbados, the Cayman Islands and Anguilla, while others are mountainous such as Jamaica the British Virgin Islands, Dominica, and Guadeloupe.
Cuba is famous for rum and cigar making; a lively island, it’s the largest in the Caribbean. St. Lucia, on the other hand, is very peaceful, perfect for a romantic getaway; it’s a popular wedding and honeymoon destination. Colorful Jamaica is the birthplace of musical genres such as reggae, ska, and rocksteady, as well as international musicians like Shaggy, Sean Paul, and of course, Bob Marley. From the Arawakan term 'Xaymaca,' the 'Land of Wood and Water,' and the 'Land of Springs' has a tropical climate that will have you 'Jammin’' in no time. See what makes Puerto Rico “La Isla del Encanto” (The Island of Enchantment); it’s home to 10 endangered bird species, 600 rare species of plants and animals, and the Coqui frog, known for its distinct croak. The mix of African, Taíno, Spanish, and North American cultures makes for an experience unlike any other; taste the mouth-watering influence of the 4 in dishes like Pastelillos de Guayaba (guava pastries), Empanadillas (like Empanadas), Mofongo (mashed green plantains or fried yuca), Alcapurrias (fried dough filled with crab or meat), and Carne Guisada(beef stew).
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Are you ready for smokin' Cuba? Don't even think about spending a sleepy Sunday here; this country has so much life, you'll feel its pulse throbbing along with your heart. With one of the most exciting histories in the world, this former Spanish nation declared its independence in May 1902 through a revolution led by Che Guevara.
One of the greatest leaders of Cuba, he was also a Third World spokesperson; proof of the Cubans' pride in him are the memorials dotted across the island.
There are 6 UNESCO World Biosphere Reserves in this subtropical country on the south of the South American coastline; Guanahacabibes Peninsula, Buenavista, and Cuchillas del Toa, to name a few. You'll find the best resorts here, like Havana, Matanzas, Pinar del Rio, and Santiago de Cuba; the buildings are usually in an American/50's style, just like the cars on the street.
The birthplace of the bolero, mambo, and cha-cha-cha, this hub for the arts holds events such as Casa de las Américas literary contest, International Jazz Festival, Havana International Ballet Festival, and Festival of New Latin American Cinema. For a filling meal, try the local ajiaco, a stew of vegetables with pork, beef, or chicken; lechón (roast pork) is a crunchy delight dripping with oil. Ground beef with tomato sauce (picadillo a la habanera) is another choice, as well as rice with black beans (named moros y cristianos, interestingly enough). Fried plantains are also common, and don't leave without dessert. Have some rum in Bodeguita del Medio in Havana, which was frequented by Hemingway himself; don’t forget the cigars!
The Caribbean is a region located south east of Northern America that has a tropical climate year-round, the area is made up of more than 7000 islands, islets, reefs and cayes--from Barbados, to the Cayman Islands and Anguilla, to Cuba and the British Virgin Islands, The Dominican Republic and Jamaica. Cuba is famous for its Rum and Cigars, and is the largest of the Caribbean islands.
New Year festivals take place throughout the Caribbean but one of the most famous is that of Cuba, where they not only celebrate New Year’s but also the communist revolution and independence of the Island-nation. It is a massive event for all locals, and the island is filled with music, dancing and colour! Oranjestad, Aruba’s carnival colored capital, is located on the island’s southern coast, southeast of the main resort area. It has Dutch looking colonial architecture and some great shopping places. Outside of the shopping zone, Oranjestad becomes a livelier, rundown sprawl with lotsa local bars, mostly just holes in the wall, where one can mingle with the locals. The most scenic island in The Bahamas is Long Island. The western shore of Cape Santa Maria, at the northern tip of the island, has a long stretch of a white-sand beach and clear blue waters. Snorkelling is fun at the reef gardens on the southern end of the cape. Scuba diving and sport fishing are the best sport near Stella Maris, the island’s main base.
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