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What we know as “The Bahamas” today is actually an archipelago that is made up of 700 islands in various sizes, pretty amazing right?! Of those 700, only about 30 are actually inhabited, but what that means is that the Bahamas are full of untouched, gorgeous, raw and beautiful beaches to explore. Your vacation can […]

The Dominican Republic is a gorgeous country full of breathtaking beaches, colorful vibrant cities, exotic fruits, untouched beautiful natural beauty and lots of rum! This Caribbean island has a little bit of everything to offer you: rest and relaxation, adventure, and cultural experiences. No matter what you’re looking for on your next vacation, the Dominican […]

In elementary school I was mesmerized by a new, young teacher with a thick Caribbean accent. She was a beautiful and proud woman who, in addition to teaching our regular subjects, taught us about her homeland of Jamaica. She spoke of its beauty, its heritage, its people and its history. I have been determined to […]

Aruba is on my travel bucket list for three reasons: culture, location and cuisine.  From a cultural standpoint, it is referred to as one of the happiest islands in the Caribbean. Its location outside of the hurricane belt means there’s no bad time to visit. As the most vibrant island in the Caribbean, Aruba is […]

It’s been an interesting year in travel. A global pandemic, social unrest, and economic uncertainty have dominated the headlines. The question I get most often is, “are you still selling travel?” followed most often by “why?” As I worked feverishly on business operations and invested more into Luxe + Leisure Travel – as the world […]