While the most alluring aspects of Caribbean destinations are the year-round warm weather, beautiful sandy beaches abutting blue water, and water-based activities ranging from paddleboarding to scuba diving, many travelers also want a healthy dose of partying on their vacation. From buzzing nightclubs and casual beachfront bars, to strong rum cocktails and all-inclusive drink packages,…
Freezing temps, fewer daylight hours, and post-holiday blues — there’s enough to put you in a slump this time of year. Avoid all of that with a cheap Caribbean vacation this winter. Using Oyster-specific data from last winter (December 2017 through March 2018), we found the average hotel price per night in various Caribbean locales. We…
With a winning combination of sun, sea, and sand, the Caribbean is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world for beach lovers. But with more than 7,000 islands sprinkled throughout the region and an almost immeasurable number of beaches, narrowing down the best stretches of sand can be a tough task. That’s where…
Beach at the Beaches Negril Resort & Spa/Oyster This year has already witnessed one of the most active hurricane seasons in the Caribbean. Category 5 storms Irma and Maria barrelled through the region, with winds gusting over 200 miles per hour, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Popular travel destinations, including Tortola, St.…
Four Seasons Resort Nevis/Oyster When most people think of the Caribbean, powdery beaches and mega resorts come to mind. However, this tropical part of the world has plenty to offer in terms of unusual local attractions that celebrate history, local culture, and wildlife. If you’re looking for spots where your friends probably have never been,…
The Caribbean might be known for its all-inclusive mega-resorts and sprawling, tourist-filled beaches, but it also boasts quaint towns, cities, and villages that are set against a backdrop of lush rainforests, mountainous terrains, cascading waterfalls, and white-sand beaches. And each spot has its own individual charm. While some dazzle with the architectural influences left behind…
As much of North America is blanketed in biting temps, snow, and ice, plenty of people are considering ditching their snow boots and jackets for a much-needed sunny Caribbean escape. But then comes the question of where to visit — each country in the region has its own unique atmosphere, and what could be the…
Before embarking on a trip, most of us will do our best to brush up on information about the destination we’re heading to, even if it’s just the basic currency tidbits, language essentials, and unmissable tourist hot spots. But there’s a lot more to discover beyond that. Take the Caribbean, for example — the vast,…
Every winter, when you get blasted with blistering, freezing winds, you may start fantasizing about a beach getaway. If you are already thinking to yourself, “I wish I was sitting on a Caribbean beach with my toes tucked in the soft sand” — well, you are not alone. And even if you have a tight…
With the holidays on the horizon, most travelers (understandably) hoard their vacation days for December. But savvy jet-setters know the best time to hit the road is just before the holiday hoopla (read: never-ending crowds and spiked prices) kicks in full force. After all, there’s more to take advantage of beyond cheap airfares and hotel…
