You’re visiting Philipsburg, St. Maarten via cruise ship and you know all about the fact that there are two sides to the island — the French side and the Dutch side. You could do an island tour, but really, you just want to go to the beach and avoid the crowds and the spectacle of 85-year-old naked men at Orient Beach and the big roaring planes that fly directly over your head at Maho Beach.
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People are surprised when they hear that I’ve sailed on over 30 cruises. That adds up to more than 240 days on the water. Read what I love the most.
You’re on a Caribbean cruise & you only have one day in San Juan Puerto Rico. Here’s a walking tour to guide you along the way with sights, food & shopping.
Curacao beaches sun, surf and sand — the palm trees swaying in the ocean breeze – it’s the ultimate in relaxation and decompression when in the Caribbean.
Ask a local the meaning of Dushi and they’ll tell you it means sweet, nice or good. Read why the expression fits the beautiful island of Curacao perfectly.
After a day enjoying the Caribbean sand, surf and sun of Curacao don’t just eat anywhere in Willemstad. Here’s our list of Curacao restaurants with a view!