Who doesn’t love visiting the Caribbean?! Turquoise waters, white sand, amazing food and so much more. Yes, a lot of people travel to the Caribbean via a cruise ship, but you can also plan a visit to most Caribbean islands as their own destination for a vacation. And there’s so much more to visiting than just hanging out at a resort.
One of my favorite Caribbean islands is Puerto Rico. A part of the USA, a passport isn’t required if you’re a US citizen. Hispaniola is another favorite, being home to both Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Whether you’re heading to Turks and Caicos or you want a quiet escape to Isla Holbox, there are lots of Caribbean travel options to choose from!
Visiting the Bahamas is more than a cruise port option, but can actually be one of the more affordable Caribbean vacation destinations. See what unique activities are in the Bahamas and get recommendations for where to go with kids.
Planning a trip to Playa del Carmen is an easy and affordable. Sea turtles, Mayan ruins and perfect beaches make it great for anybody looking for a tropical getaway. 2traveldads.com
The best cenotes near Cancun include turquoise plunge pools near Tulum and secret cave swimming holes deep in the jungle of Yucatan, Mexico. Beautiful places to explore and relax, close to be beaches and ruins of the Riviera Maya.
Finding the right place to visit on vacation can feel tricky, especially if you’re traveling with kids. Over the years and over many trips to Mexico, we’ve found that some …
Visiting Labadee, Haiti is a common itinerary day for sailing with Royal Caribbean. Review of the shore excursions and picks for how to spend your day on land in Labadee.
Jamaica can be beaches or jungles, all inclusive or all about culture. Waterfall jumping at the Blue Hole in Ocho Rios is a must-do to make your Jamaica trip or …
After spending a few days diggin’ on the incredible nature of Puerto Rico’s east coast, we relocated to San Juan, the capital. Wow! What a city! From the historic forts …
Perfect 5 day Puerto Rico itinerary for visiting Old San Juan, El Yunque National Rainforest and incredible beaches. Where to stay and things to do in Puerto Rico for an easy, amazing Caribbean trip
Isla Holbox is a gem when it comes to Caribbean destinations. This small Mexican island has no cars, beautiful street art and amazing food. From flamingos to sea stars, see what you’ll find on Isla Holbox.
Add the best Mayan ruins near Cancun to a Yucatan vacation itinerary. From Cancun to Tulum, Mayan ruins are everywhere and are some of the most interesting things to do.
Club Med Punta Cana is a great all-inclusive experience that’s ideal for families. With fun amenities, exceptional dining and the best off-beach snorkeling we’ve had, see what the full experience is like.
Swimming with Sea Turtles in Akumal, Mexico is really neat, but also can have a negative impact on the animal. Tips for how to see sea turtles, how to respectfully observe and what to expect in Akumal, Mexico.
We will never not appreciate how colorful Mexico is. From our trips around Baja California Sur to road trippin’ on the Yucatan, there are always new places to enjoy. The …
You know how much we love getting the kids into nature. Locally we can escape to the beach or the mountains within minutes or a few hours, but getting to …
Puerto Rico is a beautiful island to visit, and the eastern side of PR is really fun. This guide includes suggestions for unique things to do, where to snorkel in Puerto Rico and suggestions for where to stay.
We love all things history and nature. And Mexico. Although we spend the most time in Baja California Sur there’s something truly unique and wonderful about the Yucatan Peninsula and …
When the opportunity arose to be a part of a yoga retreat, I just had to jump at the chance. With 2018 well underway and us really making an active …
It’s rare that we ask anybody else to share anything via our website, but we’ve made some new friends in the online travel community that we think are pretty awesome. …
Something we can’t wait to mix into family travel is river rafting. I’ve rafted plenty of rivers, from the Wenatchee in Leavenworth, Washington to Six Mile in Hope, Alaska, the …
We’re a family travel blog through and through… except when one of us has to travel for work or something. I had the amazing opportunity to tour the Caribbean aboard …