http://www.caribbeanblogger.com Best of Caribbean Living Here! Sat, 30 May 2009 04:17:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hurricane season officially stretches from June 1st to November 30th. Since it's almost here, I thought I'd gather together protective strategies for traveling in the Caribbean during hurricane season. If you want to know more about how hurricanes form, there is a nice Squidoo lens with a interesting facts ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/hurricane-season-is-almost-here-protective-strategies-when-traveling-to-the-caribbean/ The great thing about making shrimp (besides eating it!), is that it only takes minutes to cook. Served hot off the grill is a real treat, but shrimp can also be prepared a few hours ahead of time and brought to room temperature just before serving. I always enjoy ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/spicy-caribbean-shrimp/ There are so many things to do on this wonderful island, but some are more popular than others. A great site called TripAdvisor lets people rate their favorite things to do, in locations all over the world. I can't say enough about TripAdvisor, there is such an abundance of ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/anguilla-things-to-do/ Anguilla (pronounced an-GWILL-a) means eel in Spanish and Italian, which is in reference to the island's eel-like shape. Anguilla is especially popular with the rich and famous. The island is a British dependency and although small, it makes up for its size with it's ability to have something for everyone. There ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/anguilla-overview/ I've been on hiatus for a short bit, but I'm back now and ready to delve into the Caribbean bit by bit. Each week I'll be focusing on a particular Caribbean island, showcasing interesting finds, great beaches, news and other tips. Join me this week for a review of Anguilla! http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/the-caribbean-discovered/ Planning a trip to the Caribbean is certainly something to look forward to, but if you have kids, it might seem a bit overwhelming at first. Which island is the most family-friendly? Where should you stay? And is there enough to keep a teenager occupied or are there amenities ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/caribbean-vacations-traveling-with-kids/ View Larger Map Google map -- note that you can drag it around to find a specific island (also zoom in and out). If you’re looking for a map of the Caribbean, there are many resources to go to. A great place to start is the World Atlas site. The map you see ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/map-of-caribbean/ If you want to keep up with the National Weather Service's Pacific Tsunami Warning Center advisories for the Caribbean Sea, you can monitor any warnings yourself. The latest warning says that there was an earthquake of 6.9 magnitude in the South Sandwich Islands region. The statement says: "There is the small ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/caribbean-sea-tsunami-warning-center/ If you're interested in renting a villa on your next Caribbean vacation, then you're in luck. I've just created a new FREE eBook that reviews five Caribbean villa rental websites. Download it for your use, pass it on to friends and family. I hope you enjoy the eBook and I welcome ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/luxury-villas-free-ebook/ Mofongo is a popular dish, made from fried green plantains. It is usually seasoned with garlic, olive oil and pork cracklings, then mashed. Mofongo is usually served with a fried meat and a fish broth soup. Making this recipe is fairly easy and results in a delicious side dish. A ... http://www.caribbeanblogger.com/tasty-treats-from-puerto-rico-mofongo/