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Events and Festivals
Check out the Islands’ events, attractions and Caribbean celebrations, carnivals, food and music festivals, sporting events, film, art, and other cultural festivities.
Wherever you go in the Caribbean, you can't escape the smell of an exotic meal in the air, whether it's from the fresh local seafood or the aroma of a myriad of spices from different restaurants.
Barbados Flying Fish and Cou-Cou
Did you know that Barbados is home to flying fish? These winged fish can leap from the water, making them look like aquatic dragons. These creatures are one of the most popular options for fish dinners in Barbados and are its national dish.
A trip to Tobago wouldn't be complete without savoring the national delicacy of crab and dumplings. The crab is expertly prepared in a fragrant curry infused with creamy coconut milk, resulting in a tender and sweet dish, perfectly complemented by the delightful dumplings.
Done right, jerk chicken is arguably the most succulent and flavorful dish you simply cannot miss while in Jamaica. While there are countless versions, it can be made simple by focusing on the essential spices that give it the distinct spicy-smoky-sweet flavor.
A hearty Dominican breakfast stars a dish called Mangu, a creamy base of boiled and mashed green plantains that pairs beautifully with meat, eggs, and cheese. Plantains are versatile and nutritious and can be enjoyed in numerous forms—fried, boiled, mashed, or sweetened.
The Caribbean is a great shopping destination with styles to please every shopper on its many islands and wide range of options. Duty free bargains can even be found on some islands.
Shopping on the Dutch and French Sides of St. Martin
Both the Dutch and French sides of the island boast luxury shopping, quaint souvenir shops, local markets and everything in between. Visit to Front Street in Philipsburg for duty-free shopping or head over to the French side capital city of Marigot for high-end European brands and a local market.
The Grand Anse Craft and Spice Market features a wide array of aromatic spices, arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, hair braiding, food stalls and more. A visit to the market is the perfect way to experience Grenada's rich heritage and culinary wonders.