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British Virgin Islands nurtures "golden goose"

Visionary leadership is embracing conservation and preservation. We are finally realizing bigger is not necessarily better, and an island's authenticity is everything. The BVI is leading the way.

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Legend of Papa Boise

Papa Bois, also known as "Maître Bois," is a folkloric hero in Trinidad and Tobago. He is thought of as the protector of the forests and their flora and fauna.

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Pleasures of the parks

The Parks of the U.S. and British Virgins Islands are a source of inspiration and exhilaration for all of us who need to get in touch with nature and ourselves.

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Sharing a commitment to Caribbean tourism

Caribbean Travel Marketplace in mid January provided an opportunity for tourism stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to tourism in the region.

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St Thomas finds new way for tourists to chill out

Magic Ice Gallery, which opened January 10 in downtown Charlotte Amalie, is giving folks a new way to chill out.

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Sculptured conch shells

St Croix's natural treasure

Junie Bomba Allick, a native of St. Croix, has immortalized the region’s conch shell by combining its natural beauty with his inspired artistry.

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Dancing around the islands

This Caribbean offers rich dancing experiences, rooted in African, West and East Indian, and European history.

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It's carnival in Trinidad

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Listen to some carnival music!

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Snorkle with a sea turtle in St. John.

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Around the Caribbean

Heineken Regatta sets sail in St. Maarten

St. Maarten's Heineken Regatta has become a world-class sailing festival, which attracts international sailors and sailing fans. The 32nd annual event will take place March 1 to 4. Click for more.

2012 Caribbean Arts and Crafts Festival

Mark your calendar for the Caribbean Arts and Craft Festival March 9 to 14 in Trellis Bay, Tortola in the beautiful British Virgins. Click for more.

Guyana to host 13th conference focusing on sustainable tourism

Guyana, long known for its commitment to sustainability, will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 13th Annual Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development (STC-13) from April 15 to 18, 2012. Click for more.

British Virgin Islands wins at Caribbean Travel Marketplace

Delegates from the British Virgin Islands celebrated the islands attributes at the 30th edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace at Atlantis resort January 22 to 24. Click for more.

Virgin Island residents play key tourism roles

The U.S. Virgin Islands is assuming a more visible role in regional tourism, with the election of two Virgin Islanders to prominent posts in Caribbean tourism. Click for more.

Keeper of the land

He is just as much at ease hiking up a mountain with a group of people trekking behind him as he is on his computer writing articles about issues affecting the places we live. Click for more.

St. John adventure offers an amazing read

Adventurous readers will relish Rae Ellen Lee's outrageous revelations, discreet disclosures, and her take on the inevitable. She shares her life in St. John, with its many surprises, which include her husband's realization that he was really a she. Click for more.

Snorkel safety tips

It's exhilarating to dive into the cyan sea for a snorkel. A few precautions will make sure you stay safe, and enjoy your swim with the fish. Click for more.

The cool of the coconut

Go almost anywhere here, and the coconuts will be nearby. Majestic coconut palms line many beaches and pathways, providing shade and a quintessential back drop for photos. Click for more.

Herbal remedies

Herbal extracts are plentiful in the Caribbean, where the healing and restorative power of plants and nuts has been passed down for generations. Click for more.