Tuesday, August 2, 2011
A Trip to The Paradise of Aruba Slideshow
A Trip to The Paradise of Aruba Slideshow: "TripAdvisor™ TripWow ★ A Trip to The Paradise of Aruba Slideshow ★ to Oranjestad. Stunning free travel slideshows on TripAdvisor"
Monday, May 17, 2010
Excellence Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya located just south of Cancun, 12 miles from the Cancun International Airport and it's taking shape into Mexico's newest vacation spot. This area is special because it encompasses the beauty of the Caribbean and the fantastic archaeological sites in Mexico. Most resorts are all-inclusive and its ideal for visitors seeking a Mexican-Caribbean getaway in a secluded setting.
The Excellence Resort chain has become very popular in the Mexico region. An ADULTS ONLY luxury all inclusive resort and spa, The Excellence Riviera Cancun revolves around six meandering pools catering to your every wish.
The pool and beach waiter service is what stands out for me. Who wants to have to get up and seek a drink or a bite to eat when you're trying to soak up some rays!
The guest rooms are very tasteful. All rooms and suites have a 4 poster king bed or 2 double beds. Fully stocked bar with juices and snacks replenished every day, 27" flat screen TV, ipod dock, and robe and slippers to name a few. The junior suite guest rooms have a private pool access. These are some of amenities that one may not find in your more moderate all inclusive resorts.
Why am I featuring this? As was posted on my facebook page, there is a little special for this hotel. A hotel only (no airfare included) rate is $420 per person for 3 nights!
Must book before May 24. Travel for June 1 - July 31
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Holiday Inn Sun Spree Montego Bay
This all inclusive property is located approximately 5 minutes from Sangster Airport in Mongtego Bay. A low rise resort with 4 floors, is one of my favorite places to stay. I have fond memories of this hotel. I was introduced to this hotel during my first visit to Jamaica in 1989. It was like home away from home. Even though I only toured the resort during my latest visit to Jamaica, I still got that home like feel. Comparing this resort to other resorts I toured, the Holiday Inn Sun Spree has a Caribbean feel which I personally like. Whereas the others feel like mega resorts; they lack that personal,intimate touch. I'm not saying that I don't like Iberostar, RIU and the The Hilton Rose Hall, it's just a different vibe. They are clean, modern and lively with great decor and amenities.
It was nice to see that they've done some renovations over the years. However,The one thing that stands out for me is that they have not renovated the exterior of the buildings yet. Although it doesn't look bad, however, it is due for a make-over. They will also definitely want to throw in new signage. I was very impressed with the lobby. This is what gives it that airy, Caribbean feel. Although covered, the area is open on 3 sides; one can enjoy a nice tropical breeze while waiting for your room or while arranging an excursion at the concierge desk. There is also a bar in the area with a cozy sitting area. The stress just leaves your body once you enter the lobby.
Room Accommodations -
Buildings 1 & 2 are the more popular rooms for those that want to be close to the action. They are along side of the main pool area, restaurant and entertainment. The rooms have been refurbished to include more ocean view and oceanfront rooms.
Buildings 5, 6 & 7 are further away from the action and the main area of the resort. These buildings have a separate ADULTS ONLY pool and a little strip of beach. All of the rooms are the same size. The view is what differentiates pricing. Standard rooms usually have a garden or resort view, superior rooms usually have a garden and pool or a partial ocean view and the deluxe rooms have an ocean view.
The Beach
The beaches along the Rose Hall corridor are intimate and quaint in my opinion. They are nice but don't compare to the beaches in Negril. If you are a beach bum like me, you must take a trip to Negril and get the full experience of a beach. There are more water sports to take advantage of as well!
At the Holiday Inn there is a beach party every Tuesday and Friday. Activities throughout change weekly.
The Young Ones:
Children 12 and under stay and eat FREE at the Holiday Inn Sun Spree. At the KidsSpree Vacation Club, children from ages 6 months to 12 years old have a place to hang out. The rooms are separated by age groups. A game room is available for the older kids with an XBox 360 (fees apply).
Overall, I really like this resort. Although it does not compare to the amenities of the newer properties like the Iberostar and RIU, I give this resort 4 conch shells (out of 5).
For pictures of the Holiday Inn Sun Spree, go to my facebook page - Island Breeze Travel
This all inclusive property is located approximately 5 minutes from Sangster Airport in Mongtego Bay. A low rise resort with 4 floors, is one of my favorite places to stay. I have fond memories of this hotel. I was introduced to this hotel during my first visit to Jamaica in 1989. It was like home away from home. Even though I only toured the resort during my latest visit to Jamaica, I still got that home like feel. Comparing this resort to other resorts I toured, the Holiday Inn Sun Spree has a Caribbean feel which I personally like. Whereas the others feel like mega resorts; they lack that personal,intimate touch. I'm not saying that I don't like Iberostar, RIU and the The Hilton Rose Hall, it's just a different vibe. They are clean, modern and lively with great decor and amenities.
It was nice to see that they've done some renovations over the years. However,The one thing that stands out for me is that they have not renovated the exterior of the buildings yet. Although it doesn't look bad, however, it is due for a make-over. They will also definitely want to throw in new signage. I was very impressed with the lobby. This is what gives it that airy, Caribbean feel. Although covered, the area is open on 3 sides; one can enjoy a nice tropical breeze while waiting for your room or while arranging an excursion at the concierge desk. There is also a bar in the area with a cozy sitting area. The stress just leaves your body once you enter the lobby.
Room Accommodations -
Buildings 1 & 2 are the more popular rooms for those that want to be close to the action. They are along side of the main pool area, restaurant and entertainment. The rooms have been refurbished to include more ocean view and oceanfront rooms.
Buildings 5, 6 & 7 are further away from the action and the main area of the resort. These buildings have a separate ADULTS ONLY pool and a little strip of beach. All of the rooms are the same size. The view is what differentiates pricing. Standard rooms usually have a garden or resort view, superior rooms usually have a garden and pool or a partial ocean view and the deluxe rooms have an ocean view.
The Beach
The beaches along the Rose Hall corridor are intimate and quaint in my opinion. They are nice but don't compare to the beaches in Negril. If you are a beach bum like me, you must take a trip to Negril and get the full experience of a beach. There are more water sports to take advantage of as well!
At the Holiday Inn there is a beach party every Tuesday and Friday. Activities throughout change weekly.
The Young Ones:
Children 12 and under stay and eat FREE at the Holiday Inn Sun Spree. At the KidsSpree Vacation Club, children from ages 6 months to 12 years old have a place to hang out. The rooms are separated by age groups. A game room is available for the older kids with an XBox 360 (fees apply).
Overall, I really like this resort. Although it does not compare to the amenities of the newer properties like the Iberostar and RIU, I give this resort 4 conch shells (out of 5).
For pictures of the Holiday Inn Sun Spree, go to my facebook page - Island Breeze Travel
Iberostar Rose Hall Beach - Montego Bay Jamaica
The Iberostar Rose Hall Beach Resort is located in the Rose Hall area in Montego Bay, Jamaica. It is about a 20 minute ride from the Sangster Airport (MBJ Airport).
It is a large all inclusive resort; a total of 390 rooms.
An Iberostar package includes: room accommodations, all meals and all drinks and non-motorized water sports. Rooms have a flat screen TV, DVD player, 24 hour room service and a mini bar stocked with soft drinks and water.
This hotel/Resort is fairly new in the Mo'Bay area; about 1 year and some months old. If you want the property all to yourself, October is the month to go! Occupancy was low around that time.
The property consist of three (3) separate sections:
1. Beach Section
2. Suite Section
3. Grand Section - ADULTS ONLY
Guest staying in the Beach Section only have access the the Beach Section.
Guest staying in the Suite Section have access to the Suite and Beach Section only. Guest staying in the Grand Section have access to all 3 sections.
During my visit, the Beach Section was closed for renovations. I toured the Suite and the Grand Sections.
Suite Section
The lobby - Very modern and chic. Very large open space.
Room Accommodations - All of the rooms are suites and are the same size. The view differentiates the type of room - standard, superior or deluxe. The rooms are spacious; nice size area where the bed and dresser are located and a comfortable sitting area is separated from the room area. The bathrooms have a separate shower stall and a bath tub.
In the Suites Section there is a small casino, cigar bar - very cute and cozy!, game room with pool tables and an internet cafe - another cute and cozy room!
The Spa - There is a complimentary wellness pool. It's like a big whirlpool bath with heated tiled lounge chairs.
The fitness center is also included with a package. It contains just about every type of workout equipment found in an average gym. There's also a spin room.
Massage treatments are at an extra cost.
Restaurants - There are 4 a la carte theme restaurants; choose from Mediterranean, Mexican and Steakhouse cuisines. Although these restaurants are part of the all inclusive plan, reservations are needed. Reservations are not needed for the buffet restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Grand Section
Very nice grand lobby with grand double stairs leading to the beach area. It's totally grand. Which is why they call it the grand section! This section of the resort is for Adults only.
The pool area is gorgeous. There are cabanas with bed like lounge chairs.
Room Accommodations - These rooms are very nice - as they should be! The balconies are my favorite. With a hammock like chair, a little couch and wood floors, it's a spacious, cute and cozy area to sit and relax in the morning and in the evening.
I did a quick tour in this section. I spent more time in the Suites section.
Overall, this is a very nice resort. I can't comment on the Beach section because I was unable to see it. The Beach Section is the less expensive of the 3. This is the moderately priced section. The Suites Section would be the middle in terms of cost of the 3. The Grand Section being the most expensive.
I really liked the Suites Section. I totally loved the room decor in the Grand Section and the pool side amenities. However, if funds do not support the Grand Section, I would choose the Suites Section. You would still get the same roomy suite feel.
For pictures of this resort, go to my facebook page - Island Breeze Travel
I give this property 4 conch shells!!
It is a large all inclusive resort; a total of 390 rooms.
An Iberostar package includes: room accommodations, all meals and all drinks and non-motorized water sports. Rooms have a flat screen TV, DVD player, 24 hour room service and a mini bar stocked with soft drinks and water.
This hotel/Resort is fairly new in the Mo'Bay area; about 1 year and some months old. If you want the property all to yourself, October is the month to go! Occupancy was low around that time.
The property consist of three (3) separate sections:
1. Beach Section
2. Suite Section
3. Grand Section - ADULTS ONLY
Guest staying in the Beach Section only have access the the Beach Section.
Guest staying in the Suite Section have access to the Suite and Beach Section only. Guest staying in the Grand Section have access to all 3 sections.
During my visit, the Beach Section was closed for renovations. I toured the Suite and the Grand Sections.
Suite Section
The lobby - Very modern and chic. Very large open space.
Room Accommodations - All of the rooms are suites and are the same size. The view differentiates the type of room - standard, superior or deluxe. The rooms are spacious; nice size area where the bed and dresser are located and a comfortable sitting area is separated from the room area. The bathrooms have a separate shower stall and a bath tub.
In the Suites Section there is a small casino, cigar bar - very cute and cozy!, game room with pool tables and an internet cafe - another cute and cozy room!
The Spa - There is a complimentary wellness pool. It's like a big whirlpool bath with heated tiled lounge chairs.
The fitness center is also included with a package. It contains just about every type of workout equipment found in an average gym. There's also a spin room.
Massage treatments are at an extra cost.
Restaurants - There are 4 a la carte theme restaurants; choose from Mediterranean, Mexican and Steakhouse cuisines. Although these restaurants are part of the all inclusive plan, reservations are needed. Reservations are not needed for the buffet restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Grand Section
Very nice grand lobby with grand double stairs leading to the beach area. It's totally grand. Which is why they call it the grand section! This section of the resort is for Adults only.
The pool area is gorgeous. There are cabanas with bed like lounge chairs.
Room Accommodations - These rooms are very nice - as they should be! The balconies are my favorite. With a hammock like chair, a little couch and wood floors, it's a spacious, cute and cozy area to sit and relax in the morning and in the evening.
I did a quick tour in this section. I spent more time in the Suites section.
Overall, this is a very nice resort. I can't comment on the Beach section because I was unable to see it. The Beach Section is the less expensive of the 3. This is the moderately priced section. The Suites Section would be the middle in terms of cost of the 3. The Grand Section being the most expensive.
I really liked the Suites Section. I totally loved the room decor in the Grand Section and the pool side amenities. However, if funds do not support the Grand Section, I would choose the Suites Section. You would still get the same roomy suite feel.
For pictures of this resort, go to my facebook page - Island Breeze Travel
I give this property 4 conch shells!!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Jamaica Part 2
A little about my Jamaica
I’m back! But before I get into details about my visit to the Iberostar Resort, as I promised, I’m going to share some of the things that I like about Jamaica. When I first visited Jamaica I was 20 years old. I went with 9 other young ladies and we stayed for 10 days. That’s a long time to visit a place for the first time. I was so young so it didn’t matter but I had such a wonderful time! The time flew by! When the 10 days were up we wanted to extend the time! We weren’t ready to leave! This was about 22 years ago, however, one thing that stood out for me; that I remember from that time as well as others was the tranquility of the island; the laid back – “no problem mon” – attitude. I was addicted and I knew Jamaica would be an island that I would continue to visit for the rest of my life. I love reggae music (and soca) so if you put those things together – peace, relaxation and irie tunes, one can’t go wrong!
A few Activities
We spent a full night at SunSplash; the big yearly reggae music event in Jamaica (now called Sumfest). By “full night” I mean we slept at the concert and had breakfast there in the morning. We couldn't leave at any point because of course they saved all of the artist we wanted to see for last.
We did the usual tourist things like, Dunn’s River Falls
and the 7 mile beach in Negril, ending the evening with an awesome sunset at Rick’s Café.
During other visits, I sailed on sunset cruises, marveled at the coral under the glass bottom boat excursion, experienced the thrill of a jet ski, fun rides on the infamous banana boat located on Negril’s 7 mile beach (I highly recommend the banana boat!) and partied hard at beach parties.
Food – focusing on chicken
The food in Jamaica is not like the Jamaican style food one might eat here in the U.S. and other parts of the world (that’s just my opinion). For example, Jerk chicken in Jamaica is so much tastier! Why, you ask?..... Because they use pimento wood. “Pimento wood is what gives true jerk cooking its unique flavor. The chicken grills on a bed of wet pimento leaves and sticks. The smoking wood infuses the meat, to the bone, with robust flavor. Aromatic with deep citrusy and smoky notes, the wood makes all the difference in the world.” urbandictionary.com.
I’m more of a curry chicken woman actually but if the jerk is cooked right (juicy and nicely seasoned as above) I’m just as happy. During my visits I didn’t need to eat in fancy places all of the time. That’s the somewhat unique thing about Jamaica, you can get a meal just about anywhere along the road; and a good one too! 20 years ago I was fine with dining in the back of some shack as long as the food was good! Today, at the ripe age of 40 something, it’s a different story. I don’t mind the shack but I do need a white linen cloth experience at some point during the trip.
*The 2010 Sumfest will be held in Montego Bay July 18 – 24.
Call Island Breeze Travel for details and reservations!
Email: islandbreezetravel@gmail.com
Phone: (516) 223-3821
I’m back! But before I get into details about my visit to the Iberostar Resort, as I promised, I’m going to share some of the things that I like about Jamaica. When I first visited Jamaica I was 20 years old. I went with 9 other young ladies and we stayed for 10 days. That’s a long time to visit a place for the first time. I was so young so it didn’t matter but I had such a wonderful time! The time flew by! When the 10 days were up we wanted to extend the time! We weren’t ready to leave! This was about 22 years ago, however, one thing that stood out for me; that I remember from that time as well as others was the tranquility of the island; the laid back – “no problem mon” – attitude. I was addicted and I knew Jamaica would be an island that I would continue to visit for the rest of my life. I love reggae music (and soca) so if you put those things together – peace, relaxation and irie tunes, one can’t go wrong!
A few Activities
We spent a full night at SunSplash; the big yearly reggae music event in Jamaica (now called Sumfest). By “full night” I mean we slept at the concert and had breakfast there in the morning. We couldn't leave at any point because of course they saved all of the artist we wanted to see for last.
We did the usual tourist things like, Dunn’s River Falls
and the 7 mile beach in Negril, ending the evening with an awesome sunset at Rick’s Café.
During other visits, I sailed on sunset cruises, marveled at the coral under the glass bottom boat excursion, experienced the thrill of a jet ski, fun rides on the infamous banana boat located on Negril’s 7 mile beach (I highly recommend the banana boat!) and partied hard at beach parties.
Food – focusing on chicken
The food in Jamaica is not like the Jamaican style food one might eat here in the U.S. and other parts of the world (that’s just my opinion). For example, Jerk chicken in Jamaica is so much tastier! Why, you ask?..... Because they use pimento wood. “Pimento wood is what gives true jerk cooking its unique flavor. The chicken grills on a bed of wet pimento leaves and sticks. The smoking wood infuses the meat, to the bone, with robust flavor. Aromatic with deep citrusy and smoky notes, the wood makes all the difference in the world.” urbandictionary.com.
I’m more of a curry chicken woman actually but if the jerk is cooked right (juicy and nicely seasoned as above) I’m just as happy. During my visits I didn’t need to eat in fancy places all of the time. That’s the somewhat unique thing about Jamaica, you can get a meal just about anywhere along the road; and a good one too! 20 years ago I was fine with dining in the back of some shack as long as the food was good! Today, at the ripe age of 40 something, it’s a different story. I don’t mind the shack but I do need a white linen cloth experience at some point during the trip.
*The 2010 Sumfest will be held in Montego Bay July 18 – 24.
Call Island Breeze Travel for details and reservations!
Email: islandbreezetravel@gmail.com
Phone: (516) 223-3821
Monday, November 30, 2009
Jamaica
I’ve been in the travel business for 21 years now. Because of my love for the Caribbean, I gave birth to Island Breeze Travel in April of 1992.
So where have I been in the Caribbean? I will begin with Jamaica because this is the island that I love the most. I have so many wonderful and memorable experiences in Jamaica that it would take many blogs to describe them all. The 5 times that I’ve visited Jamaica I stayed in the Montego Bay and Runaway Bay areas
The first 2 times that I visited Jamaica I stayed at the Holiday Inn Sunspree in Montego Bay. I liked it then and I like it even better today. I felt at home at that hotel; very laid back atmosphere. The third and fourth time I stayed at Portside Villas in Runaway Bay (a few minutes from the Ocho Rios area). Portside Villas was a very nice and quaint hotel; again that laid back feeling made it feel like home. It’s currently up for sale though.
My latest visit was this past October with my family under sad circumstances. Trevor we love you and you will always be missed. As I mentioned in my previous blog, I love traveling with my family especially the ones I was with on this trip! I love the family bonding!
Toward the end of the trip I was able to see some new resorts as well as a refurbished resort.
Today I will feature the RIU, Montego Bay:
Note: all photos you see are personal photos.
The RIU Montego Bay, an all inclusive resort, is about 1 year and a few months old. The entire hotel is painted in my favorite color, purple. Well it’s really lavender. It’s pretty big and spread out. It’s the typical all inclusive property where you can get snacks and drinks (alcohol and non-alcohol) at anytime and of course all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included. All inclusive resorts are definitely on the rise throughout the Caribbean. Gone are the days where you have to pay for each item or activity. You pay one price up front and "forget about it!"
Every Tuesday is a beach party and jerk chicken is served on the beach every day.
I love to see a room with tasteful décor but I have to say that I was not that impressed with the bedding and the curtains at this property. However, it is clean, neat and spacious so I can overlook the blah brown bedspread and curtain combo. The philosophy of the RIU chain is that one should not be spending too much time in the room anyway. What I did like was the bar. Yes, it’s in the room! The picture that I took of the room came out very dark so I won't post it. However, I did take a picture of the bar!
There’s lots to do at the RIU. There is a 24 hour sports bar, an awsome internet cafe and a game room with a pool table to name a few. The resort is very pleasing to the eye.
Overall, the resort is very nice and I give it 3 1/2 conch shells.
1/2
Next..... Iberostar, Montego Bay
So where have I been in the Caribbean? I will begin with Jamaica because this is the island that I love the most. I have so many wonderful and memorable experiences in Jamaica that it would take many blogs to describe them all. The 5 times that I’ve visited Jamaica I stayed in the Montego Bay and Runaway Bay areas
The first 2 times that I visited Jamaica I stayed at the Holiday Inn Sunspree in Montego Bay. I liked it then and I like it even better today. I felt at home at that hotel; very laid back atmosphere. The third and fourth time I stayed at Portside Villas in Runaway Bay (a few minutes from the Ocho Rios area). Portside Villas was a very nice and quaint hotel; again that laid back feeling made it feel like home. It’s currently up for sale though.
My latest visit was this past October with my family under sad circumstances. Trevor we love you and you will always be missed. As I mentioned in my previous blog, I love traveling with my family especially the ones I was with on this trip! I love the family bonding!
Toward the end of the trip I was able to see some new resorts as well as a refurbished resort.
Today I will feature the RIU, Montego Bay:
Note: all photos you see are personal photos.
The RIU Montego Bay, an all inclusive resort, is about 1 year and a few months old. The entire hotel is painted in my favorite color, purple. Well it’s really lavender. It’s pretty big and spread out. It’s the typical all inclusive property where you can get snacks and drinks (alcohol and non-alcohol) at anytime and of course all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included. All inclusive resorts are definitely on the rise throughout the Caribbean. Gone are the days where you have to pay for each item or activity. You pay one price up front and "forget about it!"
Every Tuesday is a beach party and jerk chicken is served on the beach every day.
I love to see a room with tasteful décor but I have to say that I was not that impressed with the bedding and the curtains at this property. However, it is clean, neat and spacious so I can overlook the blah brown bedspread and curtain combo. The philosophy of the RIU chain is that one should not be spending too much time in the room anyway. What I did like was the bar. Yes, it’s in the room! The picture that I took of the room came out very dark so I won't post it. However, I did take a picture of the bar!
There’s lots to do at the RIU. There is a 24 hour sports bar, an awsome internet cafe and a game room with a pool table to name a few. The resort is very pleasing to the eye.
Overall, the resort is very nice and I give it 3 1/2 conch shells.
1/2Next..... Iberostar, Montego Bay
Friday, November 27, 2009
A Long Time Coming
Yes I know... this blog should have been the first one to be published; serving as an introduction to "The Caribbean Experience!" Bare with me as I get used to this blog experience!
This blog has been a long time coming. It took me awhile to get on the blog bandwagon but I’m here and I hope it will be a rewarding experience for me as well as my followers. All credit goes to Dale Ottley. I was very inspired by her blog and I thought, “hey, I can do this! I’m passionate about travel so I need to share that passion!” Dale, thank you for helping me with getting The Caribbean Experience up and running!
A little bit about me
I began my travel experiences from inside the womb. My mother worked for an airline so we traveled often during my younger years. The place we visited the most was Bermuda. This is my mother’s birth place and the tiny island where the majority of my family still lives.
I traveled many times with my aunts and of course my mother. I always enjoyed traveling with my family. We always had great bonding moments filled with lots of laughter, mainly because of the things I got myself into. We visited London a few times, where I fell off of the double decker bus and got my shoe lace caught in the escalator at Harrods. We had the great pleasure of going on a Safari in Kenya where we nearly froze to death at the Tree Tops Lodge. We watched the sane buffalo skip, hop and prance back and forth all day and night at the salt lick. However, the rest of the Safari was superb. Shortly after returning home I learned that I contracted Erythema nodosum. At the time I had no idea what this was. I thought it to be some kind of disease that was afflicted on me due to the combination of mosquito bites and the loads of medication that we had to take prior and during the trip. Later I learned that it is a type of skin inflammation. Ok, so TMI (too much information)…. moving along. But none the less, it was one of the most exciting trips so far with great bonding moments with the family.
I visited Cuba for a couple of hours. This trip was against my will. We, my grandmother, mother and I were high jacked and that was no laughing matter to a 12 year old. I was just trying to get to Disney World! In spite of the fear though, two good things came from this frightening experience: 1. The best plane food I ever had (upon departure from Cuba) and……2. Some great bonding moments with my family.
I have not traveled to Europe or Africa since childhood. One day I will return. However the region that I’m most passionate about is the Caribbean. I am in love with the Caribbean islands which is why I do what I do; sell the experience.
This blog has been a long time coming. It took me awhile to get on the blog bandwagon but I’m here and I hope it will be a rewarding experience for me as well as my followers. All credit goes to Dale Ottley. I was very inspired by her blog and I thought, “hey, I can do this! I’m passionate about travel so I need to share that passion!” Dale, thank you for helping me with getting The Caribbean Experience up and running!
A little bit about me
I began my travel experiences from inside the womb. My mother worked for an airline so we traveled often during my younger years. The place we visited the most was Bermuda. This is my mother’s birth place and the tiny island where the majority of my family still lives.
I traveled many times with my aunts and of course my mother. I always enjoyed traveling with my family. We always had great bonding moments filled with lots of laughter, mainly because of the things I got myself into. We visited London a few times, where I fell off of the double decker bus and got my shoe lace caught in the escalator at Harrods. We had the great pleasure of going on a Safari in Kenya where we nearly froze to death at the Tree Tops Lodge. We watched the sane buffalo skip, hop and prance back and forth all day and night at the salt lick. However, the rest of the Safari was superb. Shortly after returning home I learned that I contracted Erythema nodosum. At the time I had no idea what this was. I thought it to be some kind of disease that was afflicted on me due to the combination of mosquito bites and the loads of medication that we had to take prior and during the trip. Later I learned that it is a type of skin inflammation. Ok, so TMI (too much information)…. moving along. But none the less, it was one of the most exciting trips so far with great bonding moments with the family.
I visited Cuba for a couple of hours. This trip was against my will. We, my grandmother, mother and I were high jacked and that was no laughing matter to a 12 year old. I was just trying to get to Disney World! In spite of the fear though, two good things came from this frightening experience: 1. The best plane food I ever had (upon departure from Cuba) and……2. Some great bonding moments with my family.
I have not traveled to Europe or Africa since childhood. One day I will return. However the region that I’m most passionate about is the Caribbean. I am in love with the Caribbean islands which is why I do what I do; sell the experience.
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