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A Most Memorable Experience: Swimming with Pigs in the Bahamas

February 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

One of the activities synonymous with visiting the Bahamas is swimming with pigs. I have long heard about this, especially during multiple trips to the Bahamas over the past several years. Prior to our latest trip to the Bahamas, the closest I've ever come to swimming with pigs was wading with swimming pigs in the remote Tuamotu Islands in French Polynesia. So, when I was invited by EMBRACE Resort in remote Staniel Cay in the Exumas to join … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airport, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Food and Wine, Golf, Paradise, Resort, Sand, South Pacific

Reaching Paradise, EMBRACE Resort Staniel Cay Bahamas

January 1, 2023 by Dave2 Comments

Dodging clouds, discovering sunshine in between and finding inspiration below I found myself on a tiny 12-seat prop plane on my way from Nassau to Staniel Cay (note that 'cay' is always pronounced as 'key') in the Bahamas. The captain briefly announced our flight plan; 28 minutes to Black Point Cay to drop off a few passengers and then a quick 5-minute flight from there to Staniel Cay. There are not many passengers on board; these planes are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Canada, Caribbean, Coffee, Drinking, Food and Wine, Golf, Honeymoon, Journey, London, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Sand

Flying Pig Cafe, Embrace Resort Staniel Cay, Bahamas – January 2023

January 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

After an hour flight from Miami to Nassau, catch a 30-minute puddle jumper on Flamingo Air or Titan Air to the airstrip at beautiful Staniel Cay. Or simply fly to Staniel Cay nonstop from Fort Lauderdale. Once you arrive, you will be picked up in a golf cart by one of the friendly staff at EMBRACE Resort for the several minute ride to the Flying Pig Cafe. This is the latest restaurant to open on tiny Staniel Cay (one of 365 islands in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bahamas, Beach, Coffee, Drinking, Golf, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Jamaica Welcomes One Millionth Stopover Visitor for 2022

July 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

KINGSTON, JAMAICA, 2022 – Continuing the destination's strong tourism recovery, Jamaica welcomed its one millionth stopover arrival for 2022 today. This significant milestone was celebrated with the arrival of Brian Simmons, who recently landed at Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) on JetBlue flight 1479 from New York's JFK airport. Pictured: Deputy Mayor, Montego Bay, Richard Vernon (at left); Minister of Tourism, Jamaica, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Amsterdam, Bahamas, Caribbean, Chennai, Cruising, Culture, Germany, Jamaica, London, New York City, Paris, Rome, Spain, Toronto, Wedding, Wildlife

Norwegian Cruise Line to Award 100 Teachers with Free Cruises

May 5, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

MIAMI (May 5, 2022) – In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2 – 6, 2022) and the countless devoted educators across North America, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today announced the relaunch of its award-winning Norwegian’s Giving Joy™ recognition program, which provides educators with free cruises and a chance to win up to $25,000 for their schools. The annual program designed to highlight the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Bahamas, Canada, Cruising, Harvest, North America, Orlando, Resort, Sailing, Spa, Texas

Top Water Sports to Enjoy While on the Road

April 12, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Some of my favorite activities while traveling are participating in a variety of water sports. Over the years I've often traveled to islands (especially in the Caribbean) where water sports are a part of the culture and often a part of people's daily lives. I've participated in the following water sports ... and you can to :) Stand up Paddle Board - my first introduction to stand up paddle boarding was a few years ago in Bermuda. During my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Anguilla, Bahamas, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, Bermuda, California, Caribbean, Casino, Cruising, Culture, Paddle Boarding, Resort, River Rafting, Sand, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Sports, Surfing, Switzerland, Traffic

Cruise with Holland America Line ms Eurodam – December 2019

December 1, 2019 by Dave1 Comment

This spacious mid-sized ship can support a small town at times - with capacity for up to approximately 2,100 passengers and over 900 crew. While that is a lot of people the ship is sizable so that while on board it never feels to crowded (with perhaps at times the exception of the pool area on the top deck). The ship offers a wide variety of activities for the entire family, one will not be board when on board! Entertainment and music is a big … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Bahamas, Caribbean, Casino, Cruising, Culture, Helicopter, Music, Puerto Rico, Spa, Walking tour

Half Moon Cay (Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas – September 2019

September 1, 2019 by DaveLeave a Comment

This private island in the Bahamas is surrounded by stunning and usually clear aqua marine waters. Part of the intrigue of visiting the island is it is typically only accessible via cruise ship - from Holland America Line or Carnival Cruises. The island is owned by Carnival Corporation. Other than a small area containing shops near where the tender ships come ashore much of the island remains in a natural state. However for passengers on board … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Bahamas, Beach, Cruising, Food and Wine, Sand, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip

The Things You Carry, the Things You Leave Behind

July 7, 2019 by Tom Bentley7 Comments

When I was 16, I hitchhiked with my older brother from Los Angeles to Vancouver. Being lean and hungry types, we knew we needed fortification for the long journey. So it made perfect sense that we’d load our backpacks—already substantial, with their sturdy wood and metal frames—with canned foods of every type. Chili, fruit cocktail, soup. That one of the laden backpacks now weighed about as much as a sports car wasn’t that daunting until a day or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Airport, America, Andes, Bahamas, Drinking, Ecuador, Fashion, Food and Wine, Journey, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Shopping Mall, Singapore, Sports, Vancouver

5 Reasons to Visit Turks and Caicos

June 11, 2019 by Alvin JaksLeave a Comment

As your plane is about to touch down in Providenciales Turks and Caicos, take a look outside the window and you will see the most stunningly beautiful island surrounded by endless turquoise waters. As soon as your feet are on the ground you will feel the warm Caribbean air instantly and you will honestly feel you have landed in Paradise. This tropical haven is one of the most exclusive and elite islands to visit in the Caribbean. It is a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, American Airlines, Anguilla, Bahamas, Beach, Caribbean, Chicago, Culinary travel, Fishing, New York City, Nightlife, Paddle Boarding, Paradise, Restaurants, River Rafting, Sand, Scuba Diving, Seafood, Sports, Walking tour

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