A twenty-seven-mile drive from Ocho Rios is all it takes to get to the town of Nine Mile to tour the Bob Marley Mausoleum, the birthplace, early childhood home and final resting place for reggae icon Bob Marley. Visitors can tour the mausoleum, enjoy a vegetarian meal at the onsite restaurant, view family keepsakes and […]
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While in Ocho Rios, take a tour of 32 Market Street, the birthplace of Jamaica’s first national hero, Marcus Mosiah Garvey in nearby St. Ann’s Bay. In the early 20th century, this visionary leader and the inspiration of the Garveyism movement established the Universal Negro Improvement Association in Jamaica. When he lived in the United […]
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The Church of Panagia Paraportiani overlooks the sea and is one of the most popular attractions in Mykonos. While it is thought of as one church, it is actually a collection of five churches—four at the base and one on top. The collective structure was built during the Byzantine era and features religious decorations that go […]
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The Mykonos windmills in the Kato Milli complex are the most iconic landmarks on the island. They were originally built for very practical purposes—to use the gusty winds off the Aegean Sea to grind locally grown wheat and barley to make flour. Though it is reported that there were as many as 28 windmills on […]
Read MoreBoni (Bonis) Windmill is the centerpiece of the Agromuseum of Mykonos. It may not be as popular a tourist attraction as The Windmills (Kato Milli), but the well-maintained windmill is a testament to the island’s historic production and processing of agricultural products. Boni Windmill is open to visitors from 4pm to 8pm from June to […]
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The Armenistis Lighthouse (Faros Armenistis) in Mykonos was built in 1891 after the sinking of a British ship. It is considered both proof of and tribute to Mykonos’ maritime past. It is 19 meters tall (62.3 feet) and its original lighting mechanism can be seen at the nearby Aegean Maritime Museum.
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Greengos Caribbean Cantina has three locations serving Sonoran style Mexican food–it’s St. John and St. Thomas locations in the U.S. Virgin Islands and its third in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. While the food is the main draw (think slow roasted meat and chilis and spices imported directly from the Sonoran Desert region), the amazing […]
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Described as Europe’s largest soca festival, Ibiza Soca Festival is the place to experience the energy, culture and music of soca on the continent. For 5 nights, 8 different events are scheduled to keep the party hopping. Since the festival started in 2016, it has attracted popular soca artists and fans of the music. To […]
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Full service charter company, Calypso Charters Anguilla, offers a range of services including sea excursions, sunset cruises, deep sea fishing charters and airport transfers. With an expanding fleet of boats to fit diverse needs, they can help you plan the perfect day trip exploring Anguilla, St. Maarten or St. Barths. Visit the website to learn […]
Read MoreSail the tranquil and clear waters of Anguilla in luxury with the team at Tradition Sailing Charters. Five-star services include the Prickly Pear Lobster Lunch Day Sail to the protected Prickly Pear Cay with complimentary snorkeling gear, a start-time mimosa and other beverages during the sail, and a savory grilled Caribbean lobster lunch. Other packages […]
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