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Uncover Grand Cayman’s Underwater World

August 10, 2024 by Dawn McAlexander

Uncover Grand Cayman's Underwater World

The crystal-clear waters surrounding Grand Cayman hold a mesmerizing secret beneath their surface - a vibrant underwater world teeming with life and color. A few years ago, I had the privilege of exploring this gorgeous island on a Caribbean cruise. If you are planning a similar adventure, as you embark on your western Caribbean cruise, prepare to be captivated by the island's … [Read more...] about Uncover Grand Cayman’s Underwater World

10 Things You Must Experience in Cienfuegos: The Pearl of Cuba #sponsored #TravelDeep

March 7, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

10 Things You Must Experience in Cienfuegos: The Pearl of Cuba #sponsored #TravelDeep

Recently, Jay and I got the opportunity to cruise to Cuba with Fathom Travel. We have been to a lot of places in the Caribbean, but Cuba was particularly interesting to us and, since Americans have not easily been able to visit Cuba in our lifetime, it was an amazing opportunity. We spent 4 fabulous days visiting different cities in Cuba and, today, we are sharing with you all … [Read more...] about 10 Things You Must Experience in Cienfuegos: The Pearl of Cuba #sponsored #TravelDeep

A Day At Playa Mia Water Park In Cozumel, Mexico

January 22, 2017 by Jay Crawford

A Day At Playa Mia Water Park In Cozumel, Mexico

We love to cruise and try to take a couple every year since we started a few years ago. In 2015, we took a cruise to the western Caribbean and one of the stops was in Cozumel, Mexico. Let me tell you, if you have never been to Cozumel, it is well worth the trip for the shopping at the cruise port alone. But, the cruise port is only the beginning of what Cozumel has to offer. We … [Read more...] about A Day At Playa Mia Water Park In Cozumel, Mexico

How To Spend A Day In Grand Cayman

January 19, 2017 by Jay Crawford

How To Spend A Day In Grand Cayman

A few years ago, Dawn and I took our first cruise. It was amazing and we have since taken several more. On our first cruise, one of our stops was in the Cayman Islands. We have shared with you previously about some of the great things to do in the Cayman Islands but, today, we share with you exactly what we did while in Grand Cayman. … [Read more...] about How To Spend A Day In Grand Cayman

13 Amazing Things To Do In Cozumel, Mexico

January 3, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

13 Amazing Things To Do In Cozumel, Mexico

Cozumel, Mexico is a dream for anyone who loves sun, sand, surf, and adventure. Cozumel is an island located off of Mexico's southeastern most shores along about the same meridian as Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands. This vacation hot spot is known for its beaches, weather, and wildlife. Jay and I were fortunate enough to visit there a couple of years ago, so today … [Read more...] about 13 Amazing Things To Do In Cozumel, Mexico

Easy DIY Throw Pillow Made From A Souvenir Tote In Just Minutes

July 12, 2016 by Dawn McAlexander

Easy DIY Throw Pillow Made From A Souvenir Tote In Just Minutes

I love to travel. I also love to buy souvenirs. And yes, sometimes I buy the occasional souvenir that I have absolutely no use for when I get home. Case in point - this tote I bought on my cruise to Roatan, Honduras. It was fun to carry all of my purchases on the island in, but when I got home, I realized that it's not likely I would ever carry it again. So, it hung in my … [Read more...] about Easy DIY Throw Pillow Made From A Souvenir Tote In Just Minutes

13 Awesome Things To Do In Grenada

September 8, 2015 by Dawn McAlexander

13 Awesome Things To Do In Grenada

Grenada is a Caribbean island nation located almost exactly half way between Trinidad and Tobago and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It is comprised of one main island and 6 smaller islands surrounding it. Because of this hilly island's nutmeg plantations, it's often referred to as the "Spice Isle". With its varied landscape, beaches, and tourism draws, there are no shortage of … [Read more...] about 13 Awesome Things To Do In Grenada

11 Family Friendly Activities In Dominica

September 1, 2015 by Dawn McAlexander

11 Family Friendly Activities In Dominica

Family friendly activities abound in Dominica, a mountainous island in the Caribbean known for its hot springs and its rocky coastal terrain. This Caribbean Eden is thick with rain forests and rivers. Located north of Venezuela and southeast of Puerto Rico, Dominica falls partway between Guadeloupe and Martinique. Don't let the idea of rocky terrain fool you. There are plenty … [Read more...] about 11 Family Friendly Activities In Dominica

13 Places That You Must Visit In Beautiful Roatan

August 25, 2015 by Dawn McAlexander

13 Places That You Must Visit In Beautiful Roatan

Roatan is an island off the northern coast of Honduras, and this gorgeous spot has become an important tourist destination for the country. It is a big draw for cruise ships {read more about our recent visit to Roatan here}, scuba diving, eco-tourism, and more. At 48 miles long and 5 miles at its widest point, this gorgeous island is like a long, beach-lined splinter in the … [Read more...] about 13 Places That You Must Visit In Beautiful Roatan

Arch’s Iguana And Marine Park: Roatan, Honduras

May 25, 2015 by Jay Crawford

Iguana in Roatan, Honduras: Our Adventures in Roatan, Honduras Arch's Iguana And Marine Park

On our recent cruise to the Western Caribbean, we had a port of call in Roatan, Honduras. Roatan is the home of Arch's Iguana and Marine Park. This haven for the spiny-tailed iguana is one of Roatan's top attractions. … [Read more...] about Arch’s Iguana And Marine Park: Roatan, Honduras

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