Is The Dominican Republic Still “Safe” To Visit?
At least seven tourists have died in the Dominican Republic since June 2018, a frightening number that’s bruising the country’s reputation as a travel destination. PR for the Caribbean getaway…
Haters Gonna Hate: Trump Craps On Cuban Tourism
Your Instagram feed will likely feature fewer images from Cuba thanks to the Trump administration. The State Department announced a new ban on travel to Cuba for American group tours,…
Does Joe Budden Think Carnival Is A Ho Convention?
“These chicks can’t wait to put on these carnival outfits and be hoes.” And we’re off. Those are the ridiculous words of New York rapper Joe Budden, who, during…
Bimini: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Favorite Sanctuary
50 miles east of Miami is the Bahamian island of Bimini. A two-hour ferry ride from mainland USA, the destination is covered in lush vegetation paired alongside calming white sand…
Samaná: The Caribbean’s Forgotten Promised Land
Samaná is not a place that many of our readers – or anyone outside of the Dominican Republic for that matter – is familiar with. Nestled on the northeast coast…
Five Things To Know: Puerto Rico
It’s taken more than a year, but the lights are finally back on in Puerto Rico … literally. In 2017, Hurricane Maria decimated the island, knocking out power for millions…
So What’s In A Cuba Libre Anyway?
Rum and Coke. A Cuba Libre. What’s the difference between these two basic AF drinks? Is there any difference? The simple answer is YES. The key ingredient distinguishing these two…
Visiting Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Park
With its cascading waterfalls and lush vegetation, Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Park can be a highlight of any trip to Puerto Rico. But here’s advice out of the gate…
Coki Beach: A Guide To The Virgin Island Budget Beach
For the traveler on a struggle budget, lounging around Coki Beach is an affordable way to spend a day in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Unlike Magen Bay, kicking it near…
Is Haiti Safe To Visit? Here’s What You Should Know
First and foremost, African Americans need to remember Haiti’s important place in world history. It is a critical link to the past and should be on all of our must…
Five Things To Know: U.S. Virgin Islands
Let me quickly state that if you’re on the fence about a trip to U.S. Virgin Islands, don’t be. It’s a beautiful territory with tons of picturesque beaches and laidback…