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Caribbean Travel Tips & Advice

Here are the answers to commonly asked questions, and more info on enjoying your Caribbean vacation:

Caribbean Weather . . . It can make or break your vacation.

Caribbean Map . . . See all the possibilities, know where you want to go.

Plan a Caribbean Fishing Vacation: Use the resources of the Caribbean Fish Finder about what to take, where to go.

How Do You Pronounce "Caribbean"? . . . Most visitors don't say it properly. A bad reflection.

About "Caribbean Time" . . . It's a little like Mexico, though it varies from island to island.

The Caribbean is a Bargain! . . . Caribbean currencies are pegged to the U.S. dollar, which is weak.

Travel Insurance . . . For just in case, instant quotes for more than 60 plans from 14 companies.

Why You Should Consider a Rental Car . . . These are the islands, not a big city where bus rides make sense. Get out and do your thing---on the proper side of the road.

How Friendly are the People? . . . Much depends on your own approach. Remember, this is their home. You're a visitor.

The Secret To Getting Along . . . The polite thing is to always speak first

About Photographing People . . . Being smart and being polite will usually get you your photograph, but not always,

About Those Caribbean Proverbs . . . There's an encyclopedia of wisdom in these short sayings.

Animal Watching . . . Places where you virtually are guaranteed to see animals, unless there's a hurricane.

Carnival Schedules . . . When each island holds its biggest party.

Airport Flight Delays: Will your flight leave on time? Covers U.S. airports only.

Traveler's Health Advisory: What shots, if any, do you need? What about malaria?

U.S. Customs Requirements: What U.S. residents are required to declare, entry requirements and more.

U.S. Passport Applications: How to get your first passport or renew one.

Currency Converter: Just how much is your money worth?

Calling Codes for Different Countries Find the different calling codes

Internet Access Find out who has wireless or dialup

Just for Fun: Test Your Caribbean IQ . . . Done in the spirit of the islands, with help from islanders. The answers are scattered throughout the web site.

Order an Autographed Copy of Caribbean
Hiking: Signed and delivered by yours truly.

Order autographed Manatee and Sea Turtle books.

Links: Other Caribbean travel sites

Want more help? Plan your vacation with a free issue of Caribbean Travel & Life Magazine, the only magazine devoted exclusively to the Caribbean. Click here for your free copy.

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