Tsunami Warning Signs, Facts in Wake of Samoa Quake Sep 30, 2009
But tsunamis have been generated in other bodies of water, including the Caribbean and Mediterranean Seas, and the Indian and Atlantic Oceans ... This quake caused a tsunami as high as 23 feet (7 meters) in the Caribbean ... The Caribbean has been hit by 37 verified tsunamis since 1498. (National Geographic)
Which Panama is right for you? Sep 26, 2009
Their two main forts on the Caribbean side, San Lorenzo and Portobelo, endured 200 years of pirate attacks ... There is only one passenger train each weekday, leaving Panama at 7:15 a.m. and departing from Col;n at 5:15 p.m. The train ride is an event in itself, but once on the Caribbean side, several attractions are a short taxi ride away, including the mile-long Gatun Locks ... Kuna Yala, also known as the San Blas Islands, is a Caribbean archipelago of nearly 400 coral islands and the home of... (CNN)
Go beyond the beach in the Dominican Republic Sep 26, 2009
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (CNN) -- You've got your spot on a lounge chair angled into the hot Caribbean sun, with tall, slender palm trees jutting out over your head. As you gaze at the calm turquoise waters and sip that refreshing rum drink, you may ask yourself, "What more could I possibly want?". (CNN)
Schultz's weekend football predictions Sep 18, 2009
Take the gift 4 or 5, depending on which obscure Caribbean island you use. Aren t you semi-psyched for the Falcons, esp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Great fall travel savings for young families Sep 12, 2009
You and your kids can fly down the alpine coaster at Park City Mountain Resort, party with the "Sesame Street" gang at Beaches resorts in the Caribbean, explore nature with Appalachian Mountain Club guides in New England or learn crafts (ever see a barrel being made ... Beaches' four Caribbean resorts welcome pint-sized vacationers with a special Fall-O-Ween funhouse, costume parties, Little Tyke dance parties and drive-in movies. (CNN)
* Magic Mountain ]s_ Sep 5, 2009
By the shores of the Caribbean, a mountain ... Santa Marta is on the Caribbean coast of Colombia ... From foothills washed by warm Caribbean waters to the Sierras snow-capped peaks, this spectacular mountain is a microcosm of South America. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Goodbye, summer; hello, travel deals Sep 4, 2009
How did a Caribbean destination make this list smack in the middle of hurricane season ... "I don't think it's any surprise that hurricanes hit Mexico and the Caribbean in the fall," Leisman said, "but that's what drives down the prices. Puerto Rico is 31 percent less than it was last year.". (CNN)
Report: Cruises slide in U.S. as total rises in '08 Sep 1, 2009
Royal Caribbean in January reported a 98 percent drop in fourth-quarter earnings ... Both Royal Caribbean and much larger competitor Carnival have slashed rates to fill ships in recent months with mixed results. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Family travel five: A break by the lake Sep 1, 2009
With the fun-filled events that Ceiba del Mar has scheduled for the holiday season, you will build new family traditions as you bask in the warm Caribbean sun. Nestled on a stretch of powder-sand beach at the edge of a picturesque fishing village, Ceiba del Mar features 88 beautifully appointed rooms along with discreet but friendly service, an elegant and luxurious ambiance, beautiful Mayan and Mexican architecture, and copious amounts of personal space. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Go to Southeastern festivals Sep 1, 2009
4, celebrates African-American and Caribbean culture through music, dance, literature, theater and visual arts ... Columbia The Main Street Latin Festival, Sept. 26, features Latin and Caribbean music, food, vendors, children s activities and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Early-booking Caribbean cruise from $576 Aug 27, 2009
Early-booking Caribbean cruise ... Rates on Caribbean cruises drop dramatically during the time between Thanksgiving and New Years, like this 10-night Holland America voyage that is priced over 50 percent off brochure rates ... To top it off, the itinerary is far from ordinary, with seven port stops including both popular and lesser-known Caribbean islands. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Travel for Ten? Where do you go for a reunion vacation? Aug 27, 2009
If you are more into laying back and relaxing, an all-inclusive in the Caribbean could be perfect. Beaches Resorts in Turks and Caicos and Jamaica are family oriented and quite popular with groups and reunions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Steamed about park fees Aug 22, 2009
Motown and Caribbean Music Sensations to Headline 'Flights and Sounds of Summer' This Weekend. Come to the Orange County Great Park's Flights and Sounds of Summer this Friday and Saturday for comedy, sultry Motown music and lush Caribbean sounds from Colombia's top diva ... Then, come enjoy Toto la Momposina and her 10-piece band as they croon lush and infectious romantic songs with Caribbean style on Saturday, August 15th. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Haitians just a storm away from another disaster Aug 18, 2009
The mountaintops reward visitors with stunning views, with peaks rising more than 6,500 feet and rolling orange soil that ends suddenly as cliffs drop straight to the shimmering turquoise Caribbean below. It looks like an ancient sailor's vision of the edge of the world and last year it might as well have been. (MSNBC -- International)
The ring less worn Aug 16, 2009
But it also captivates by delivering the unexpected: palm trees and tropical gardens, seclud ed coves with Caribbean blue waters, and brightly painted villages seemingly plucked from the Mediterranean. We based ourselves in the village of Kenmare on the northeast corner of the Ring of Beara, an 85-mile scenic drive that traces the peninsula s outline. (Boston Globe)
Peace Village to celebrate 10th year, hosts fair Aug 16, 2009
The ownership is Brahma Kumaris, a global spiritual organization based out of Rajasthan, India, with international headquarters in London, and in New York City its North American, South American, and Caribbean headquarters. Peace Village is the organization s study center for the western hemisphere division, and as such, always has a regular offering of spiritually-centered retreats and seminars for folks from as far away as the other side of the world, and as close as down the street regardless... (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Yahoo Marriages: Finding Love on Internet Dating Sites Aug 15, 2009
They will not blow your quid on cat foods or go on exotic Caribbean holidays. Also most guys will like to return home after long period of stay in the cold to settle for a more dignified life back home. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Venezuela: Natural beauty for bold travelers Aug 13, 2009
It boasts the world's highest waterfall, snowcapped Andean mountain peaks and white-sand beaches dotting one of the longest coastlines in the Caribbean ... If you'd prefer wiggling your toes in the sand to jungle treks or adrenaline sports, the beaches dotting one of the longest coastlines in the Caribbean offer rest and relaxation for weary travelers ... Or fly to Los Roques an archipelago of tiny Caribbean islands offering snorkeling and scuba diving along numerous coral reefs and deserted... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
The annual downpours haven't arrived, and experts blame El Nio. Aug 9, 2009
If the Georgia Tech study is correct, this would be the type of El Ni;o that reduces hurricanes in the Atlantic and Caribbean. The other form, centered farther west, reportedly seems to promote Atlantic storms. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Click to read: Tagging Marks the Sharks Aug 6, 2009
Sieberg saw the process up close when he dove with researchers and members of the Stuart Coe diving operation in Nassau, Bahamas, as they assisted with a Canadian study on Caribbean reef sharks. Liz Parkinson, a shark wrangler, told Sieberg she's been bitten more than once. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Q&A With Kendra Weeks Aug 5, 2009
Place to travel - Caribbean. Ocean or the lake - both are the best places on Earth. (Gobulldogs.com)
Coastal culture Aug 4, 2009
"The people asked me to lead them, and that is what I shall do," he says, as he stands in the warm evening sun overlooking the Caribbean sea. The relationship between the Miskito people and the government in Managua has never been easy. (BBC News -- Americas)
Pandas face uncertain future after China quake Jul 28, 2009
The Caribbean monk seal joined a growing list of species that have left Earth. The study called for more conservation in the remaining habitat areas and the creation of corridors that would link the fragmented areas and allow the pandas to interact more. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Nearly extinct California frog rediscovered Jul 25, 2009
The Caribbean monk seal joined a growing list of species that have left Earth. Most popular. (MSNBC -- Technology)
2009 Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival: This year's festival offers free programs to the public Jul 17, 2009
Thursday evening will be the Welcome Reception Banquet and attendees will be treated to a presentation of Belize, Jewel of the Caribbean by Mark Pretti. Mark was the naturalist at The Nature Conservancy s Ramsey Canyon Preserve from 1997 until 2004. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bill Gates envisions fighting hurricanes by manipulating the sea... Jul 16, 2009
Then, in 1965, the team considered seeding Hurricane Betsy, but due to the close proximity to Puerto Rico and other Caribbean islands, and the storm's erratic motion, the team did not go through with it, and Betsy ended up slamming into South Florida and causing severe damage. Betsy was the last major hurricane to make a direct hit on South Florida before 1992 when Hurricane Andrew devastated Homestead, Florida and ended up causing $27 billion dollars in damage. (The Drudge Report)
Air disasters timeline Jul 16, 2009
16 August: A operated by West Caribbean Airways crashes in a remote region of Venezuela, killing all 160 people on board. The airliner, heading from Panama to Martinique, was packed with residents of the Caribbean island. (BBC News -- Africa)
Researcher maps Sasquatch sightings to display problems with new technology Jul 13, 2009
Those wide-eyed cryptozoologists, after all, don't go looking for yeti and sasquatch on Caribbean beaches. No, those hirsute beasts (the yetis, not the cryptozoologists) prefer the shady cool of deep woods, the frosty heights of distant mountains. (Missoulian, MT)
Winter sports Jul 10, 2009
At the 1988 Olympics, the four-man team from a tropical island in the Caribbean crashed and carried its sled across the finish line. It was subsequently immortalized in the 1993 film Cool Runnings, in which the coach was portrayed by the late John Candy. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Rails and tales Jul 8, 2009
From chic to rustic, expensive to affordable, tourists looking for some sun and sand can find what they're looking for in the Caribbean. Most popular. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Life of Sir Francis Drake Jul 7, 2009
The Beginning of Caribbean Piracy ... In the 1590s he took part in the disastrous counter-invasion of Spain, and, returning to the Caribbean, found that the Spanish had fortified their ports against him. (Suite101.com)
North America's sexiest beaches Jul 6, 2009
From chic to rustic, expensive to affordable, tourists looking for some sun and sand can find what they're looking for in the Caribbean. By Thomas Kohnstammupdated 5:16 a.m. ET July 5, 2009. (MSNBC -- Travel)
All S&T Observing Blogs Jul 5, 2009
com - Observing Blog. Contributor Guidelines. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
The Proclamation of 1763: Issues an... Jul 3, 2009
The latter covered territories in Caribbean islands. These territories were open to European settlement. (Suite101.com)
Ousted President Plans Return to Honduras Jun 30, 2009
If Mr. Obama allows Mr. Chavez to get away with the bullying of Honduras and the imposition of another dictatorship in Central America, then it is only a matter of time for the reputation and influence of the United States in Latin America to suffer irreversibly, and for other countries to fall and become pawns of the Caribbean Idi Amin of Mr. Chavez. by ToolMangler1 June 29, 2009 4:15 PM PDT. (CBS News)
Your perfect spot Jun 29, 2009
From chic to rustic, expensive to affordable, tourists looking for some sun and sand can find what they're looking for in the Caribbean. Nearly 400 national parks can be found all across America, and feature breathtaking vistas, rock formations millions of years old, and more. (MSNBC -- Travel)
'Epic Summer, A Colorado Family Adventure' Features All-Inclusive Guided Trips in the Rocky Mountains Starting at $199 Per Person Per Night Jun 4, 2009
The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties across the United States and the Caribbean. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ). (PR Newswire)
Stay cool and delve into a good book this summer Jun 4, 2009
The Caribbean s tropical sights and smells permeate Smyth s moving debut novel, but all is not paradise for her young narrator, Celia. Growing up with her Aunt Tassi and two young cousins, Celia has never met her parents. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Last month's questions and answers Jun 2, 2009
Q: Is there a good time to cruise the Caribbean and not have to worry about hurricanes ... Keep in mind that early (June-July) and late season (October-November) storms, while not as numerous as those during the peak of the season, do tend to form in the Caribbean. (USA Today -- Weather)
From glam to affordable, best new hotels of 09 May 30, 2009
The Firefly Bequia is turning the Grenadines into an up-and-coming Caribbean destination. Across the Atlantic, the glass-and-steel ME Barcelona has added another layer of sleekness in that design-centric city. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Guys-only getaways from $139 May 30, 2009
Reward your hardworking dad with this posh Fathers Day getaway in the Eastern Caribbean. Located on the tranquil island of Barbuda, just a quick boat ride from Antigua, the stylish Lighthouse Bay Resort offers airy oceanfront suites with private balconies and plenty of exciting activities such as deep-sea fishing excursions, guided horseback riding, and jeep tours. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Earth’s Climate And Ocean Acidification History May 22, 2009
28, 2008) A new study, which confirms significant ocean acidification across much of the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, reports strong natural variations in ocean chemistry in some parts of the Caribbean that. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Medical mission May 21, 2009
Many come from across Latin America and the Caribbean, with everything paid for by the Cuban government ... Most though appear proud of their achievements and the impact this Caribbean island is having on the health and sight of others. (BBC News -- Health)
* Caretaking: no overheads and a dream location May 17, 2009
Perry was spending the winter taking care of an isolated beach house on Roatan Island off the Caribbean coast of Honduras, where daily activities include walking the owners dogs along the shore or diving among the coral reefs surrounding the island. I made a little over US$10,000 last year, Perry said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Evacuees head home after SoCal wildfire May 11, 2009
Usually, the retired probation officer and teacher have everything ready for an evacuation - but they were returning from a Caribbean vacation and didn't get anything from their house before the blaze. "We were very, very, very lucky, and we always keep knocking on wood," said Conoley, 57, rapping on the couple's coffee table. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Not a Starbucks in sight! May 4, 2009
Jamaicas Caribbean weather ranges from 80-90 degrees to 70s at night. The mist-covered Blue Mountains have cooler temperatures that help Blue Mountain Coffee develop the flavors that make it the most revered (and expensive) coffee in the world. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Climbing high in the Adirondacks May 2, 2009
The deals permanently secured longtime hiking trails up Lyon Mountain and Owls Head 15 miles away, while preserving habitat for wide-ranging animals like moose, black bear, fisher and birds like the Bicknell's thrush that nests here and winters in the Caribbean. Public access to this corner of the 6-million acre Adirondack Park, about 140 miles north of Albany, had been limited. (MSNBC -- Travel)
* Trinidad, beyond the carnival, calypso and cricket Apr 30, 2009
Mount St Benedict was next: the oldest monastery in the Caribbean ... The Caribbean free style menu arrives on a blackboard and changes daily. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Ideas for eco-volunteer vacations Apr 28, 2009
At 3 a.m. on a moonless, steamy night, I trudged along a stretch of Caribbean coast, peering into the darkness. My sneakers sloshed with a mixture of wet sand and seawater; sand flies bit my ankles. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Hidden kingdom Apr 18, 2009
"Afros have no frontiers. Drums connect the Afros from all over Latin America and the Caribbean with Africa, with our roots out there in Senegal, Congo, Guinea, and Angola," Mr Medina says during the radio show African Roots which he presents on Radio Yungas, in the town of Chulumani. Every Friday, Jorge Medina uses his radio programme to speak about issues affecting the Afro-Bolivian community. (BBC News -- Americas)
Seeking security Apr 11, 2009
Just out of sight of the Caribbean Coast, the mountains of the Sierra Nevada climb to snow-capped peaks of 5,800m (19,000ft). This part of the country has long been fought over by guerrillas, right-wing paramilitaries and drugs cartels, who all want control over its drug crops and the routes that roll down to the sea and across to the US.. (BBC News)
Couple takes adventurous 'dream vacation' to Antarctica writeGalleryLink ("vid_id=1522&file=antarctica.flv"); Apr 5, 2009
It began with a cruise to the Caribbean ... John, Holly, Dan and I celebrated by having our picture taken in snow pants and Caribbean shirts. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
* [ EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT ] Mar 27, 2009
Tomorrow night Caribbean music DJ crew Island Jam presents Reggae Fever. B1, 77, Wuchang St Sec 2, Taipei City (x_ZGq77B1). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Ultimate Island Beach Finder Mar 25, 2009
The writers who went forth and diligently gumshoed the diverse qualities of beaches from the Caribbean to the Baltic, the Mediterranean to the deep Pacific have delivered. They leave no doubt that island beaches are a breed apart. (Concierge.com)
Backwater boom Mar 17, 2009
The company has contracts in Africa, the Caribbean, Iraq and the Philippines. It wants to recruit about 25 people to add to its workforce of 250. (BBC News -- Business)
It's Spring Break time for Northeast Mississippi students Mar 15, 2009
The beach remains the most popular destination, with 65 percent of the 10,000 surveyed students saying they will hit the sand in Mexico, the Caribbean or the U.S. ... But Lambert said business seems to be holding up this year, too, with steady bookings for family vacations to Disney World, the Caribbean and Mexico ... If theyve been used to doing a Caribbean trip, theyre not trading it in for a Florida trip, he said. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
High-end travel, low-end prices Mar 14, 2009
Two hours' drive south of Cancun, the reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest protected area in the Mexican Caribbean. Find your way to the Centro Ecologico Sian Ka'an (www. (Globe and Mail)
After the storms Mar 14, 2009
Haiti was already vulnerable to storm damage because of its location in the Caribbean. Deforestation and soil erosion have only made the situation worse. (BBC News -- Americas)
McKenna encouraging aid for Haiti Mar 11, 2009
Mr. McKenna is in the Caribbean nation, along with former U.S. president Bill Clinton and UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, to promote an anti-poverty action plan for the country. Our trip brings attention of the international community to the plight of Haiti and I think it also reinforces a view in Haiti that the rest of the world is interested in their problems, Mr. McKenna said Tuesday in a telephone interview from Port-au-Prince. (Globe and Mail)
Spring breaks for grown-ups Mar 10, 2009
You can do Mexico, the Caribbean, Florida, Hawaii, even the San Diego stretch of southern California. And dont forget that Spring Break can be an ideal time to head for still-snowy climes, especially our choice of Park City, Utah. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Bargains abound off Mexico's beaten path Mar 4, 2009
The island is in a protected area that safeguards the dolphins, flamingos, pelicans and other creatures that flourish in the rich waters where the Caribbean meets the Gulf of Mexico. Wildlife expeditions and attending the hotly contested local baseball games are likely to be the extent of your exertions. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Once unsavory destinations all the rage Mar 4, 2009
ColombiaOnce known for kidnappers, guerilla fighters and drug dealers, these days Colombia is being profiled in Sunday travel sections celebrating its colorful colonial cities, unspoiled mountains and pretty Caribbean coastline. The U.S. State Department has an ongoing warning on travel to Colombia, particularly to small towns and rural areas, but notes that violence has decreased significantly in larger cities such as Bogota and Cartagena. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Shhh... I'm going on vacation Feb 26, 2009
Fly into St. Kitts and hop a ferry to Nevis, a tiny Caribbean island that time seems to have forgotten. What you get. (Globe and Mail)
Bob's your uncle Feb 20, 2009
It might not have been Montego Bay, but the ganja was every bit as good as anything the Caribbean could offer. And even though our nearest black neighbour was across the hills in Umlazi, there was always Themba at the garage. (iAfrica.com)
The Stanford saga: Howzat! Feb 20, 2009
Antigua s financial regulator has lived down to its reputation for being supine even by Caribbean standards ... Law enforcers had been sniffing around Sir Allen since the late 1990s, after he lost his banking licence in Montserrat, another Caribbean island. (The Economist)
