Maybe the single most compelling reason to visit Grand Cayman Island is to bask in the sand and waves of its incredible, picturesque Seven Mile Beach. When I traveled solo in Grand Cayman for over one month, I spent a lot of time on Seven Mile Beach, walking along the crystal-clear waters, stopping for a…
When you visit Havana, you will notice some people wearing all-white and colorful beads around the city. This has to do with the Cuban Santeria religion. Centuries ago, the African religion Yoruba arrived in Cuba with enslaved Africans, and today, Santeria is a strange mix of Yoruba and Catholicism. While being based in Havana for…
If you are an avid lover of luxury cruising, you are in for a treat as the introduction of Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas will probably take your on-board adventure to unprecedented heights. The Icon of the Seas headed out on its maiden voyage from Miami in January 2024, a state-of-the-art cruise ship so…
Have you ever wondered if Jamaica is a part of the United States? You’re not alone. With its proximity and cultural similarities, many assume that Jamaica is a U.S. territory. After I traveled around Jamaica for over a month, people often asked me if Americans could travel here without a passport, so I researched the…
Wondering if visiting Havana solo is a good idea? When I first visited here five years ago, I arrived as a solo female traveler, stayed for over a month, and had an incredible time. I have traveled regularly to Havana and Cuba for five years now, for long periods of time, and I have been…
In 2020, I left the polar kingdom of Norway to travel indefinitely in the Caribbean. After four years of travel, I must say I feel competent to provide you with this don’t forget anything Caribbean packing list. Wet and dry (and hurricane) seasons alike, I can safely say I have a few tips about what…
There are a lot of interesting facts about Havana to know, probably more than you think. Arriving in Havana, Cuba, for the first time still is a bit like entering into a parallel world. Maybe it sounds a bit dramatic, but it only takes you minutes to find out that many of the amenities you…
Puerto Rico is a small Caribbean island nation with a really cool capital called San Juan, lush rainforests, and vibrant culture. And it has great beaches! But why is Puerto Rico in November such a great idea? I traveled here for over a month in the summer. Although I have to admit I particularly loved…
About two hours by car east of Havana lies a tiny string of white sand stretching out into the turquoise Atlantic Ocean on the northern shores of Cuba. I have gathered some facts about Varadero that might be nice to know. I have visited Varadero multiple times in the last five years while traveling around Cuba….
If you are heading for Cuba soon, you might already be well aware that Cuba is the home of various types of rum and also the creative cradle of several super-famous cocktails of the world. But what is the legal drinking age in Cuba? For most travelers, the legal drinking age anywhere is not an…