Caribbean and Bahamas

Bridge crossing Boca de Cangrejos and dense green mangroves into Loíza, Puerto Rico

By Dami Kim 8 hours ago

This Puerto Rican Coastal Town Is A Day Trip With Vibrant Culture, Bomba Music, And Sandy Beaches

Branch out of San Juan on your Puerto Rico trip by making a stop at this beachy town with a vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture, including bomba music.

View of Staniel Cay Yacht Club in the Bahamas with views of bungalows and yachts

By Rebekah Winters Barton 3 days ago

You're Most Likely To Spot A Celebrity At These Destinations In The Bahamas, According To Those In The Know

Whether you want to visit a Swiftie favorite, or check out a famous locale from a movie set, here are the most celebrity-friendly Bahama destinations.

two coconut trees on a white-sand beach with a distant ship visible on the bright, teal water in Jamaica

By Kirtana Menon 14 days ago

5 Caribbean Restaurant Rules American Tourists Break Within The First 10 Minutes

Aside from the picturesque beaches, the cuisine is what makes many U.S. vacationers excited for a Caribbean holiday -- though some customs catch them off guard.

View of the blue water from Point Udall in St. Croix, USVI with with Buck Island in the background

By Brandy Jo Hastings 16 days ago

The Easternmost Point Of The United States Is On A Tropical Island With Panoramic Ocean Views

Want to be the first to see the dawn in the United States? Head to this tropical island and take in spectacular sunrise ocean views at the easternmost point.

A sky-view image of the Fouquet's Saint-Barth hotel property overlooking the Caribbean Sea in St. Barts

By Jen Theriault 18 days ago

The Caribbean's Best Resort Of 2026 Is A Tropical Oasis Right By The Beach With A Dynamic Food Scene

A destination for the rich and famous is home to the Caribbean's Best Resort, a tropical paradise with stunning views, beach access, and world-class food.

By Rosheda Stephenson 22 days ago

How To Take A Caribbean Vacation On A $1500 Budget

While a Caribbean vacation might seem like an expensive thing, there are ways to explore these beautiful islands for as low as $1,500 total.

Overhead view of a white sand cove in Tres Trapi beach with crystal clear water in Aruba

By Annmarie Gajdos 1 month ago

Forget The Bahamas, This Caribbean Island Offers Gorgeous Beaches, Fun Shops, And Affordable Living

If you think "I want to live here" when you're on a Caribbean vacation, this island has beautiful beaches, diverse shopping, and it's cheaper than the Bahamas.

Pink Sand Beach on Barbuda showing pink sand, aqua blue water, and a clear blue sky

By Rachel Means 1 month ago

Goodbye Trunk Bay, So Long Seven Mile Beach: Visit This Secret Caribbean Escape With Pink Sand Beaches

Skip the Caribbean's busiest beaches for this quieter escape with gorgeous pale pink sands, clear blue waters, and miles of uncrowded shoreline.

A wild, tropical -looking beach at Julia Pfeiffer Burn State Park in Big Sur, California

By Rosheda Stephenson 2 months ago

7 California Beach Towns That Could Pass For The Caribbean

A Caribbean destination is a bucket list for many, but if you don't have the time or budget to head all the way out there, check out these California spots.

By David McElhinney 2 months ago

The World's 10 Most Expensive Places To Live In 2026

Looking to move? If you've got an unlimited budget, why not consider one of the world's most expensive places to live this year?

The shoreline and hills at Brewers Bay Beach in St. Thomas

By Judith Barnes 2 months ago

Sapphire Beach Is So Overrated — This Secluded St. Thomas Gem Is The Fresh Escape Travelers Need In 2026

This beach on the southwestern coast of St. Thomas offers travelers as a quieter alternative to Sapphire Bay, with uncrowded shores and turqouise waters.

An aerial drone shot of Rose Island in The Bahamas, surrounded by bright turquoise waters

By Tosh Bene 2 months ago

Skip Nassau And Paradise Island — this Secluded Oasis In The Bahamas Is The Fresh Escape Travelers Need In 2026

This stunning island paradise, just 30 minutes from Nassau in The Bahamas, highlights friendly pigs and oceanfront cabanas where you can sip with ocean views.

By Amanda Finn 2 months ago

Avoid The Caribbean's Most Dangerous Cruise Ports

The Caribbean draws a significant portion of the world's cruise passengers. However, you might want to reconsider visiting these perilous ports in the region.

The beautiful turquoise water and white sand beach at Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos Islands

By Stephen Hanson 3 months ago

Forget The Bahamas, Visit This Nearby Archipelago With Gorgeous Beaches, Crystal-Clear Waters, And Delicious Eats

With powder-soft sands and pristine waters, this Bahamas alternative boasts beautiful beaches and a food scene you don't want to miss, all with fewer crowds.

By Bridget Gleeson 3 months ago

Why Are Caribbean Vacations So Expensive In 2026?

Many travelers are turning away from their dream Caribbean vacations this year, as rising costs are posing serious challenges and making things unaffordable.

A group of travelers looking at European architecture

By Kristi Roe-Owen 3 months ago

10 Tips From Rick Steves To Help Retirees Travel To The Fullest

Rick Steves has made a career on giving sage advice to travelers of all ages, but he has some particular tips for seniors who want to explore the world.

a sandy beach in St. Lucia, with bright turquoise water and the Pitons visible in the distance

By Kirtana Menon 3 months ago

The World's Trendiest Island Destination Of 2026 Is A Romantic Caribbean Gem With Renowned Beach Beauty

This Caribbean destination topped Expedia's 2026 Island Hot List, known for its award-winning honeymoon resorts, white sand beaches, and coastal scenery.

A drone view of the picturesque Glassy Point on the east coast of Dominica, Caribbean, where volcanic mountains and clear blue waters meet

By Lexi Kassler 3 months ago

The Caribbean's Best Island Destination Of 2026 Is A Scenic Gem With Sporty Appeal And Fewer Crowds

This volcanic island is home to snorkeling, diving, and the Caribbean's longest hiking trail, which passes parks, waterfalls, towering peaks, and lush forests.

Vegetated hills and open Caribbean sea are visible from the top of Mt. Scenery on the island of Saba

By Robert Isenberg 3 months ago

The 'Tallest Mountain In The Netherlands' Is A Rainforest-Covered Peak In The Caribbean With Idyllic Island Views

If you want to hike the Netherlands' highest peak, you will actually need to head to the Caribbean and work your way up a mountain on a small island.

By Lucie Grace 3 months ago

Secret Beaches You'd Be Thrilled To Find In The Caribbean

Discover eight lesser-known Caribbean beaches, from secluded islets only accessible by boat to quiet black-sand shores away from the crowds.

View of the beach at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge in St. Croix

By Kira Reinke 4 months ago

One Of The World's Best Beaches Is A Pristine US Virgin Islands Beauty With Clear Waters And Sea Turtles

St. Croix has a wildlife refuge that boasts pristine waters and white-sand beaches where sea turtles are protected from the public during their nesting season.

Beautiful clear blue waters and white sands on the beach in Montego Bay, Jamaica

By Bridget Gleeson 4 months ago

The Caribbean's Most Peaceful Island Of 2026 Is A Renowned Beach Beauty With Refreshing Waters

The Global Peace Index is out, and this tropical paradise with stunning beaches and cool waterfalls is the most peaceful island in the Caribbean in 2026.

By Rosheda Stephenson 4 months ago

9 Celebrities Who Love Traveling To The Bahamas (And Where They Like To Visit)

The Bahamas attracts Hollywood stars, musicians, and athletes with its luxury resorts, private islands, and scores of paradisiacal beaches.

An aerial view of a beach with bright blue water and white sand

By Lexi Kassler 4 months ago

9 Secret Gorgeous Beaches In The Bahamas Tourists Often Miss

The Bahamas is home to iconic yet crowded beach areas. However, these off-the-beaten-path spots offer white sand and clear water without tons of tourists.

Blue water, white sand, palm trees, beach loungers, and gentle waves at Shoal Bay East on Anguilla.

By Ben M Stower 4 months ago

The Caribbean's Top-Ranked Beach For 2026 Is A Renowned Gem On This Lesser-Known Island

While the Caribbean is rife with stunning tropical beaches, a white-sand escape on an underrated island stands out as the best in the region for 2026.

Jet skis sitting on a white-sand beach in Nassau with people, blue ocean, and hotels in the background.

By Ben M Stower 4 months ago

Travelers Should Be Aware Of The US Embassy's Warning About Renting Jet Skis In This Caribbean Paradise

Before hopping on a jet ski to splash around in this country’s crystal-clear, Caribbean waters, you should know about a recent warning from the U.S. Embassy.

Abandoned structure and lush vegetation at St. George Village Botanical Garden, Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

By Jen Theriault 4 months ago

Saint Croix's Hidden Gem Is A Once-Abandoned Plantation That's Now A Lush Botanical Garden

Take a break from the beaches of Saint Croix and head to this beautiful biodiverse botanical garden set amid the eerie ruins of a former sugar plantation.