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Nelson’s Dockyard is a national park, a historic site restored from 1743; it forms part of the English Harbour area of Antigua and is also an operational Georgian naval facility. British ships used to be repaired, restocked or disposed of here. Marinas and boats on a backdrop of blue water…

The joys of sand and a few life guard observations.

A flexible mini tripod that’s perfect for travel

It’s not just robins that sport a red chest…

Sailing to Barbuda should definately be in you Antigua itinerary if you’re seeking caribbean peace and simplicity, untouched beaches and a noticeable lack of tourists – Barbuda might just be what you’re looking for, in sharp contrast to it’s built up sister island of Antigua. Some of the coastlines are…

  Go on organised excursions to learn more about your destination, stretch beyond the limits of your resort. If you have a room with a view, order a meal to your room and eat out on the balcony. Keep a journal of your travels, thoughts, experiences to reflect back on in the…

Just a few minutes walk from the Verandah Resort & Spa  takes you to Long Bay beach. The white sand and turquoise water looks far better in real life than it does in the pictures below.   Click here for Bloglovin’ link SaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSave

Fancy a bit of beach talk? Beach stalkers, athletic prowess and crab encounters perhaps….

A taxi drive down to the western side of the island takes us to Antigua & Barbuda’s capital, St John’s. Lots of people, traffic, shops, colour and day to day hustle and bustle. Antigua and Barbuda’s first prime minister, Sir Vere Cornwall     Click here for Bloglovin’ link

Well you go to some hotels and get virtually no entertainment in the evening, but not at the Verandah! I was super impressed with the amount of effort the resort staff put into organising a fashion and talent show during my stay – they didn’t just organise the entertainment, they ‘were’ the…

How nice to arrive to an empty airport with hardly any queues, and friendly immigration staff, before heading to some equally empty white sand beaches. The tag line ‘Antigua Nice’ really did fit the bill. The sun seemed to be blazing hotter than ever and as it happens, locals said it…

I think Antigua should be renamed ‘Butterfly Island’ because I have never been to a place where butterflies are swarming the air like confetti. I noticed this on the drive to the hotel and initially thought it was some sprinkling from nearby flower petals blowing in the breeze, but no…

Yoga/boho pants are the height of comfy casual, perfect for lounging around at home or away. Perfect items to pack for your hols’ They’re stretchy, thin, vibrant, colourful, versatile. Others are sheer and easy breezy. They can double up as a pyjama bottoms and easy to wear with a basic…

All packed and ready to go. Upon leaving Grenada I was greeted with yet more rude staff at the LIAT check-in desk this time, I can’t even leave without another dose. Our driver had taken special care to bring our luggage into the airport and place it at the front…

I was sad to leave Carriacou and would have liked to have spent longer there – I would definitely like to return for a dedicated holiday in the future. A peaceful, battery recharging holiday. Having flown to the island, sailing back to mainland Grenada by ferry was a welcome contrast….

A tiny crescent island off the coast of mainland Carriacou, Grenada. An isolated island with a rustic charm. Uninhabited.   The crabs featured at the end of the clip were quite something. There seemed to be hundreds of them all living under a big pile of old fallen coconut tree…

Snaps of the beautiful caribbean island of Carriacou

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A quiet little boutique hotel.

Carriacou is one of Grenada’s sister Islands, and delightful contrast. The second largest of Grenada’s Tri-Islands and a refreshingly untouched, peaceful piece of paradise. As well as the SVG Air flight, it is also possible to sail via Osprey Ferry from Grenada’s capital, St George or book an organised tour….

Art is anything that inspires creatively, or exudes a creative flare, there are no rules, it’s a free for all. Grenada certainly showers you with bursts of colour as you wonder around. “Look at the beautiful things in life”   Click here for Bloglovin’ link

    Music: Aaron Duncan – Can You Feel It 2016 Soca   Click here for Bloglovin’ link SaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSave

The bus ride into town:   Vibrant Colourful Fishing boats Local produce Hustle & bustle Steep narrow streets Vendors on the side walk The waft of spices in the air Spices for sale on every corner Locals going about their daily chores Picturesque views from Fort George and around the…

A great day long tour, highly recommended. Concord Waterfall   View of Carib’s Leap Lunch at the Belmont Estate River Antoine Rum Distillery (1785)   Pearls Airport Grand Etang National Park & Crater Lake     And of course the Gouyave Nutmeg Processing Station was also included in this tour :…

Deyna’s Tasty Foods Disgusting Customer Service followed on from an appalling Grenada airport welcome. We decided to eat like the locals and pop into a restaurant/cafe in the hustle and bustle of St George. Sample some local cuisine I thought, give some custom to local businesses (who you’d think would appreciate it…

  The nutmeg aroma is fragrant throughout the tour, as you would expect.   There is a very calm, peaceful atmosphere throughout as everyone gets to work.   Courtesy of the Grenada Sunsation Tutti Frutti Tour. Click here for Bloglovin’ link  

A quiet hotel on Grand Anse beach. The staff are generally friendly and polite (with the exception of one housekeeping lady who beat on my hotel room door  one evening, with such force and persistence I thought maybe the hotel was burning down or the police had some urgent matter to discuss…

After long flight, rude staff at Maurice Bishop International Airport is the last thing you need. Nobody expected to be greeted with the rude and hostile attitude of some ‘female’ immigration staff we encountered, and these women were and embarrassment to Grenada. What a welcome!! Perhaps these staff did not wish…

Make the night before your flight as stress free as possible with these tried and tested tips.

Worryingly, a lot has been written about the harmful effects of sun protection products, including their contribution to a variety of cancers (which, ironically, people think they’re being protected against). In the past, when I’ve looked at the ingredients on these product bottles, all I see is a long list…

Every little helps!

Little Ochie in Jamaica takes you away from the tourist heavy hot spots, offering freshly cooked food, including fish straight from the ocean and a relaxed atmosphere for an idle afternoon watching the waves.

Tobago snapshots.

A popular hotel in Tobago, close to the airport, right beside Store Bay, with a small private beach and cosy rooms.

Carry your self in a positive way to help you have a positive day!

Most of us are probably a mixture of types, depending on where we are, the mood we’re in, and who we are with. On the whole, I’d say I’m the ‘photographer type’, I just can’t stop taking pictures of everything when I’m on holiday. I carry about 20 memory cards,…

I just love a Thai Green Curry…

Rick’s Cafe, is one of the most popular tourist spots to hang out in Negril. Pull up by road or boat (try both). Get drinks Watch daring divers Be a daring diver Listen to live music Watch the most amazing sunsets Job done. The sunsets were some of the best I’ve…

Crocodile spotting on one of Jamaica’s longest rivers, another popular tourist attraction for your Jamaica vacation.

YS Falls Jamaica deserves more attention when talking about tourist attractions on the island. This waterfall rivals Dunns River and definitely a ‘must see’