Caribbean Travel
Paradise Island, Cayo Arena, Dominican Republic
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” – Jacques Yves Cousteau When I traveled to Puerto Plata with Elaine and her parents, Elizabeth and Alexander, our days were filled with tropical breezes, aquamarine water, mouth-watering food, and Vegas-style entertainment. We were spoiled and pampered at our resort, but […]
Bahamas: Fortune Beach, Grand Bahama Island
“Cheers to beach hair, tan skin, flip flops, and sandy toes.” – Author Unknown I recently visited Grand Bahama Island with my friend, Brenda. I purchased two $49 vouchers for a day trip aboard a ferry, Balearia Bahamas Express, from Travelzoo. (Note: Another $18 per person was due at check-in.) I have been to a few Bahamian Islands, […]
A Day in Paradise — The JM Family Way
One plane. 14 associates. Three flight crew. 30-minute flight to Treasure Cay in the Abacos, Bahamas. Five minutes to clear Customs. Four boats (one was a yacht known as the Gallant Lady). 16 marine crew. Two excursions (fishing or island hopping). 10 associates fished (I fished along with Josh, David, Noelle, and Jonah); four island hopped (four dozen […]
Puerto Rico Adventure
A few months ago, I saw this great deal in my weekly Travelzoo Top 20 email. It was for a 4-day/3-night hotel and airfare package to Puerto Rico for $299. So, what did I do? I forwarded it to my friend, Leann. She’s never been interested in going to the Caribbean, so you can imagine my […]