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Caribbean

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.

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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!

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Lighthouse on Nassau Bahamas
Posted inCaribbean Podcasts

Visiting the Bahamas for Beginners: an Intro to Paradise

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.
Street in Playa del Carmen Quintana Roo Mexico
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Trip to Playa del Carmen: a perfect destination for nature and fun

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
Cenote Zaci in Valladolid Yucatan 7
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Best Cenotes Near Cancun / Tulum – Can’t-Miss Beautiful Tropical Experience

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.
FIAL Frank and Son at Beach on Isla Mujeres Mexico
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Isla Mujeres with kids: the ideal Mexican Caribbean getaway

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…
Cabana in Labadee Haiti Royal Caribbean 1
Posted inCaribbean

A Day in Labadee, Haiti: Activities and Relaxation at Royal Caribbean’s Private Escape

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.
At the Blue Hole St Anns Ocho Rios Jamaica 8
Posted inCaribbean

Waterfall Jumping at the Blue Hole, Ocho Rios – Cruise Shore Excursion in Jamaica

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…
Colorful row houses in Old San Juan Puerto Rico 6
Posted inCaribbean Puerto Rico

Exploring San Juan, Puerto Rico: from strolling Old Town to kayaking the lagoon

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…
View of El Morro from San Cristobal Old San Juan National Historic Site Puerto Rico 1
Posted inCaribbean Puerto Rico Southeastern US

5 Days in Puerto Rico: Awesome Itinerary for the Best, Beautiful Sights

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: the last slice of mellow Caribbean island life
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Isla Holbox: the last slice of mellow Caribbean island life

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.
Temple at Tulum Mayan Ruins National Park Yucatan 12
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Best Mayan Ruins Near Cancun: Surprising El-Rey, Beautiful Tulum and More

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.
Taylor Family on beach at Club Med Punta Cana Dominican Republic 6
Posted inCaribbean

Staying at Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, an All Inclusive Review

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 3
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Swimming with sea turtles in Akumal, Mexico

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.
Flamingo Street Art Yucatan Road Trip 3
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Yucatan road trip: colorful towns and nature of the Yucatan peninsula

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…
Family travel to Turks and Caicos is a dream trip with wildlife, snorkeling, perfect beaches and national parks read for exploring. 2traveldads.com
Posted inCaribbean

Planning family travel to Turks and Caicos in the Caribbean

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…
Giant Hermit Crab on Isla Palominito El Conquistador Puerto Rico 1
Posted inCaribbean Puerto Rico

Visit Puerto Rico: exploring the east coast of the Island of Enchantment

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.
Visiting the Coba Ruins Archaeological Site is a great Cancun day trip. Info for how to get there, guided tours, and what to expect at Coba.
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Visiting the Coba Ruins: the best Mayan site near Cancun, Mexico (better than Tulum)

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…
Yoga Retreat Participants at Yum Balam Nature Preserve Isla Holbox Yucatan 5
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Travel for Yoga: Isla Holbox Yoga Retreat for self care and a new perspective

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…
The best way to find new destinations for LGBT travel is to ask those who've been there and felt welcome. Get some new ideas for LGBT travel (or anybody else who's looking for adventure!). 2traveldads.com
Posted inCaribbean

Five perfect destinations for LGBT travel (and everyone else too!)

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.…
Jungle Plants while Floating the White River Ocho Rios Jamaica 4
Posted inCaribbean

Floating the White River in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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…
Rob Taylor swimming in Cenotes Dos Ojos Playa Del Carmen Mexico
Posted inCaribbean Mexico Quintana Roo

Cave snorkeling in Cenotes dos Ojos, Yucatan Peninsula

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…

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