Caribbean

Destinations

What to Know Before Planning a Caribbean Resort Vacation

Plan a Caribbean resort vacation with practical guidance on resort types, transfers, meal plans, weather, inclusions, and booking tradeoffs.

Cruises

Which Cruise Itinerary Is Better for a First Cruise: Bahamas or Caribbean?

Compare Bahamas and Caribbean itineraries to choose the right first cruise based on trip length, ports, sea days, pace, and budget.

Destinations

Best Caribbean Islands for Travelers Who Do Not Want to Rent a Car

Compare the best Caribbean islands for a car-free vacation, including Barbados, Aruba, Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and Saint Lucia.

Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Jamaica for Beaches Without the Party-Crowd Atmosphere

Compare quiet beachfront hotels in Jamaica, from Treasure Beach and Port Antonio to secluded resorts near Negril and Ocho Rios.

Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Aruba for Calm Water and Walkable Restaurants

Compare Palm Beach and Eagle Beach hotels in Aruba for calm swimming, walkable restaurants, quiet evenings, families, couples, and longer stays.

Cruises

Western Caribbean vs. Eastern Caribbean Cruise: Which Is Better?

Compare Western and Eastern Caribbean cruises by ports, beaches, excursions, family fit, and travel style to choose the right itinerary.

Cruises

Private Island Cruise Stops: Which Line Offers the Best Included Beach Buffet

Compare included beach dining at CocoCay, Castaway Cay, Great Stirrup Cay, Celebration Key, and other private cruise destinations.

Cruises

The Hidden Costs of Caribbean Cruise Excursions That Aren’t Included in the Fare

Learn which transportation, food, gear, gratuities, and other expenses can raise the real cost of Caribbean cruise excursions.