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At Couples Resorts, Coral Reefs are Closer Than You Think

Tuesday, Apr 29, 2014

Coral Reefs are one of the many natural sights and undersea wonders that await you at our luxurious, all-inclusive Jamaican resorts Of all of the majestic and awe-inspiring sensations you can experience in Jamaica, effortlessly gliding over a blooming coral reef colony is certainly one experience that is bound to leave a lasting impression. Though the luxurious elements of [all-inclusive Couples Resorts]1 – the spa treatments, exquisite dining options, and

Luxury Speed Boat Ride at Couples Sans Souci

Friday, Mar 21, 2014

Nestled on the cliffs of Jamaica’s emerald coast above a dazzling stretch of the Caribbean is the 150 suite Couples Sans Souci resort which beckons for you to surrender your mind, body and soul. The newest addition to the glistening waters off Couples Sans Souci’s beach is the Dolce Vita speed boat. The boat’s name means the ‘sweet life’ and guests can choose from three different offshore adventures which will allow them to experience their own slice of the sweet life when next they book this Jamaican all inclusive resort.

Turtles hatching on the beach at Couples Resorts

Thursday, Sep 26, 2013

This is the story of Nico, born at 6.15 pm on the beaches of Couples Resorts. Nico was the last of the turtles to come out of the nest. His goal was to reach the ocean fraught with perils, his path to freedom a long one. And, bless his little flippers, he was not quite the fastest, having been left behind by 177 of his brother and sisters! Many of the guests at Couples Resorts were on hand to cheer for little Nico’s survival.

Markson: Environmentalist at Couples Resorts

Friday, Aug 16, 2013

Markson is the resident environmentalist at Couples Resorts and is an expert on the flora and fauna. He has worked at the resort (formerly the Almond Casuarina Resort) for 20 years. Guests can follow Markson around the resort to learn about plants, animals and the natural history of the island. We catch up with him in between his nature trail walks to talk about swimming with the turtles, renewable energy use on the island and the inquisitive character of the Green Monkey.

The Grand Kadooment Day

Thursday, Aug 1, 2013

On Monday 5th August 2013, people in Barbados won’t have a case of the Monday blues. It’s time for Grand Kadooment Day. Grand Kadooment is the festive finale of the Crop Over, the island’s biggest festival that lasts for five weeks, where a masquerade parade closes the season. The festival is held in Bridgetown and it’s considered one of the biggest and most colourful events in the whole of the Caribbean celebratory calendar.

A Hiker’s Guide to Jamaica’s Blue Mountains

Thursday, Jul 18, 2013

The Blue Mountains that loom over Kingston, Jamaica, are the longest mountain range on the island and they’re a stark contrast to the rest of the island’s gritty capital city. The mountains have a range spanning 45km long and the highest of the highlights, the Blue Mountain Peak reaches 2256m above sea level. Covered in fern forests, surrounded by an azure haze and filled with wildlife many people hike through the mountains to witness the most glorious of Caribbean nature.

Little Ochi Seafood Festival

Friday, Jul 5, 2013

Dive into some deep sea delicacies at the Little Ochi Seafood Festival Little Ochi Seafood Festival is a celebration of Jamaican seafood, cooked in a rich variety of culinary styles. It’s held on the beachfront in the small community of Alligator Pond in Little Ochi, on the south coast of Jamaica and is one of the biggest seafood festivals in the Caribbean. The annual event attracts around 6000 people to feast on good food and enjoy the good vibes along with a lot of good people.

Caribbean Fashion Week

Friday, May 17, 2013

Caribbean Fashion Week (6 – 10 June 2013) Celebrating 12 years of Caribbean couture Kingston, Jamaica will once again play host to one of the premier fashion events in the Caribbean calendar next month – Caribbean Fashion Week (CFW). Taking place from June 6 to June 10 at the National Indoor Sports Centre, the event will showcase upcoming work from 50 of the best emerging Caribbean designers and stylists from over 20 countries.

10 Best Scuba Diving Sites in the Caribbean

Friday, Apr 19, 2013

The Caribbean is made up of over 7,000 tiny islands, each with their own characteristics. Some offer underwater marine parks and others provide divers with some of the most exotic sea life known to man. This unique variety means that there’s scuba diving for all abilities, from gentle beach dives to challenging trenches and walls. So whatever you’re looking for, and whatever your diving ability, you’re guaranteed to find it at one of the Caribbean’s tropical diving sites.

10 Activities You Can’t Miss in the Caribbean

Wednesday, Apr 3, 2013

The Caribbean is spread over hundreds of islands, from small to large, cheap to expensive, boring to fun. Actually, scratch that last bit—none of them are boring. You’ll be spoilt for choice when you step foot on one of these tropical paradise. Whether you’re a shopper looking to find the best souvenir or an adrenaline junkie who craves adventure in every corner, the Caribbean will have you sorted. It was difficult trying to limit this list to 10 points, so expect nothing less than the best.

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