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Family vacations can be great, of course. But sometimes, adults need a getaway geared exclusively to grown-up tastes. Whether it’s a honeymoon, a special anniversary or “just because,” the Caribbean’s soft breezes, swaying palms and gorgeous sunsets are renowned for stirring up romance. And while there are hundreds of hotels from which to choose, for…
André Gustavo Stumpf, Flickr When planning a trip abroad, safety is a primary concern for many — especially with the terrorist attacks in Jakarta, Istanbul, and Paris making headlines of late. But while many travelers avoid exotic locales perceived as dangerous, sometimes they overlook potential safety issues in more familiar spots. The following nine countries…
It’s no secret that islands in the Caribbean have some of the most stunning views around. With beautiful blue waters, sandy shores, and an abundance of palm trees, the photo-worthy vistas are endless. Though we recommend enjoying the island outlooks in person, here are 20 breathtaking Caribbean views to tide you over until your next…
We get it — the end of summer can make anyone feel blue. But here’s the silver lining: If you enter our sweepstakes, you may be able to enjoy that sunny summer weather for a bit longer! Oyster.com has teamed up with Us Weekly, theSkimm, Anse Chastanet, and Booking Buddy to give one lucky winner…
If you’ve logged hundreds of hours in hotels like we have, you’ve likely encountered many of the same (kinda boring) amenities across multiple properties: yoga mats in the rooms; espresso machines; and iPod docks. While we’re always pleased to find these comforts away from home, there are some hotels that really go above and beyond…
Often when travelers think of bed-and-breakfasts, images of historic Southern mansions with wide front porches come to mind. Call to mind the Caribbean, on the other hand, and we often imagine massive mega-resorts with lounge chairs packed on the sand side-by-side, head-to-foot. But fortunately some quaint bed-and-breakfasts can be found nestled among the beaches of…
Many travelers agree that the best part of being on a warm-weather vacation is that easy, breezy vibe — not only thanks to the laid-back atmosphere, but also to the literal beachy breeze that sweeps through resorts. So it can be particularly nice to find a hotel where open-air rooms benefit from the breeze as…
If you’ve ever been on the phone with a hotel reservationist (you know, like back in 1999) or have dealt with the sales pitch people at mega-resorts, you’re probably in the group of people who turn down a hotel room upgrade no questions asked — and understandably so. More often than not, these “upgrades” involve…
Looking to take a romantic getaway? A Caribbean vacation is undeniably sexy: Beautiful blue and turquoise waters; relaxing white-sand beaches perfect for strolling hand-in-hand; sunny weather that requires little clothing for covering up… From Jamaica to St. Lucia, various islands have resorts that are clearly geared towards couples. Considering amenities such as upscale spas with…
Mega-resorts will always have their perks, but these days more and more travelers are choosing to stay in private villas. The perks of a villa? Well, no shared walls with loud, late-night partiers for one thing. Or you can be that late-night partier and not worry about noise complaints. More space. More privacy. And the…
