What is Grenada? Not to be mistaken for the city of Granada in mainland Spain, Grenada is a sovereign state in the Caribbean, made up of the main island of Grenada and the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, known enchantingly as the Spice Islands. What is a Sovereign State? There are numerous Sovereign States within...
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Part of the great pleasure of travel is the number of new tastes and flavours that we encounter on foreign shores. Anyone who has traversed the globe already knows how regional dishes and traditional methods of cooking can vary from place to place. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Caribbean. A combination of...
If you have been looking at the romantic images of some magical Caribbean beach weddings, you will already understand how truly lovely the experience can be. What images cannot really express though are the many unique and special events that can be woven into your perfect wedding – before and after the ceremony itself. Whether...
There’s nothing like escaping the bitter chill of the winter months and finding one of those perfect January vacation spots where summer seems to live all year round. But where are the best places to travel in January when you want to revive your tired and cold old bones with magical winter sun? Indulge in...
Booking your direct flights from Atlanta to Caribbean destinations just got a whole lot easier. There are 16 nonstop flights from the Hartsfield-Jackson airport in Atlanta to a fabulous selection of Caribbean islands, the majority of which are only a couple of hours away. You can fly across in the morning, and expect to be...
Well, who doesn’t love islands? There’s just something so contained about them. Add a dash of heavenly sunshine and some lush beaches and the idyllic Caribbean Islands become the standard-bearer for the very best in vacation islands just about anywhere in the world. As an island dweller (albeit of a more atmospheric and brooding North...
The Caribbean is becoming more and more popular as a holiday destination. Probably the most popular island within the Caribbean has to be Barbados. The question “Is Barbados Safe” is not usually asked as the island’s reputation as a safe and relaxing destination is well-deserved. But with this subject matter in mind, let me cover...
Tamarind Hills is a stunning collection of Antigua villas located on the beautiful west coast. It accommodates all vacation types including, small family vacations, large groups who can take two or more villas located next to each other and couples looking for a relaxing honeymoon. Tamarind Hills is a 30-minute drive from VC Bird International...
Whether you call it a holiday or a vacation, it amounts to the same thing: It’s time out from your daily routine. An opportunity to escape to some of the best vacation spots on the globe where you can kick back, recharge batteries, explore a passion, learn a fun skill or just add to that...
Who doesn’t get that flutter of excitement when contemplating a weekend getaway? It’s not like you’re contemplating a trek through Asia Minor where months of painstaking research needs to be paired with structured planning. It’s just a weekend, right? Ah, but what limitless adventures can be packed into a well-designed couple of days sandwiched between...
Whether you’re heading away for a weekend city break or you’re escaping on a three-week luxury beach getaway, packing a suitcase is inevitable, but to pack right is the key. There are so many things to consider when packing a suitcase. You want to get the right size bag, make sure it is not overweight,...
Harbour Island in the Bahamas is truly one of the most unspoiled and beautiful natural places on our planet. It is no wonder then that Harbour island villas are also some of the best Bahamas vacation rentals and why some of the world’s most discerning clients choose to spend their vacation here. These rentals have...
As much as we like to have our lives neatly organised and planned, sometimes it makes perfect sense to seize the impulse of the moment and have an exciting break from the routine. Here are my last minute weekend getaway ideas that might help you not just master the art of the quick getaway but...
Ah, honeymoons. That magical journey where you get to test-drive life as Forever Partners. Regardless of your age, gender or nationality – what attracts newly weds to some of the best honeymoon destinations around the world distills down to the same key ingredients. Romance features quite high on every list – even for the more...
With daily flights from London to the Caribbean, you can reach the stunning white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters within 9 hours from London to many exotic islands. The main airlines flying non-stop from London to the Caribbean are British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, and most of the flights depart from either London Gatwick or...
Introduction – Bahamas Points of Interest The Bahamas points of interest start with the very geography of this country. It is a large group of islands (700 to be exact) that stretch from the waters off the Florida coastline southwards across the Atlantic towards Turks and Caicos. These islands, 30 of which are inhabited, are always...
The Caribbean islands have some of the world’s finest and most pristine white sandy beaches caressing the gorgeous shores. It’s no surprise that they are one of the region’s claims to fame. But what if you could stay on one of these celebrated beaches in one of the world’s best Caribbean villas? Sounds like a...
I’ve been to St Barts a lot. I try to get there at least once a year. I’d like to share with you some tips and knowledge drawn from my long experience of this beautiful Caribbean island. When there are so many Caribbean islands to choose from, why choose St Barts? There is a reason...
The Top 12 Best Caribbean Beaches – The Ultimate List by Exceptional villas The Caribbean has more than 7,000 islands and cays and so it is inevitable that the region has an incredible number of gorgeous sandy beaches. Exceptional villas, which is one of the world’s most trusted villa rental companies, have not only inspected all their...
The Caribbean is one of the easiest destinations to reach on a round trip from New York. In fact, there are daily flights to almost every popular island there. It is especially ideal for New Yorkers who want to escape the winter snow or cold weather and trade it for a Caribbean villa rental on...
Don’t worry about a thing, because every little thing is going to be alright! Exceptional Villas is here to make sure your wedding in Jamaica is one of the most memorable, happy and relaxing times of your life. One Love, one heart, let’s get together in one of our Top 5 Favourite Exceptional Jamaican villas....
