A tropical area on the Caribbean Sea around Mexico, Central America, and various island nations including Jamaica.
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Is it possible to travel to Cuba by sea (from e.g. Mexico)?
When I was reading about Cuba around the time I visited there (2008), I got the impression that the only way in is by air.
Now, as of 2012, is this (still) the case? Or are there any cruises, ...
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Freight travel in the Caribbean - Can it be done? Is it cost-effective?
When I began to research travel by freight boat, I was hoping it would be a cheap alternative to air travel, but it turns out you can expect to pay US$80-140 per day and voyages are often five days or ...
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Getting to San Andrés
Last year in Valencia, Spain I happened to talk to a Colombian woman who generously praised San Andrés as a destination. San Andrés y Providencia is an archipelago (and a departamento) in the ...
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Third party shore-excursion operators in the Western Caribbean
Cruise ships usually offer shore excursions that can be booked for an additional fee. These can be more expensive than going with a 3rd party, since the cruise line takes a cut. Is there a list of ...
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What are the best places to eat and have fun in Aruba?
I'm going to Aruba in December and I'd like to know the best place to eat considering the relationship price/quality.
I'd also would like to know what other fun activities you recommend (besides ...
