The Caribbean

Chikungunya

Our Bout With The Dreaded Chikungunya

This Tuesday started like any other Tuesday in Grenada. We woke up, enjoyed a light breakfast and then brewed a pot of coffee to take with us to our upstairs office, where we planned to work for the day. We sat down at the computers and began plugging away. Before long, the sun was creeping ...
Grenada Travel

Grenada – A Rare Jewel in the Caribbean

Ah, Grenada, what a fantastic country! This is a place we knew little to nothing about before deciding to move here to pet-sit for 7 months, which turned out to be one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. We knew a little bit about the Caribbean, but the countries that came to mind were ...
Diving Belize

Diving In The Caribbean On Bequia Island (With Video)

When we were first planning our trip to the Grenadines, I knew that I wanted to get under the water and explore the Caribbean Sea on scuba. After my amazing dives in Belize, I was really looking forward to donning my mask and regulator to check out some more of this famous underwater world. I ...
Sailing the Deep Blue Seas of Grenada

Sharing Our Life of Travel – We Finally Have Visitors!

We’ve been on the road now for almost 5 years and due to misconceptions, fears or uncertainties, none of our family members have come to see us overseas… Until now! I’m very happy to report that my dad and his wife decided to travel to Grenada! They just left back to Canada on the 1st of ...
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Accommodation Spotlight: The Frangipani Hotel, Bequia

During our trip through the Grenadines, we spent 9 nights on the gorgeous island of Bequia, and would’ve stayed longer if we had the time. Bequia Island is full of gorgeous, boutique-style hotels. During our stay on Bequia, we were lucky enough to experience a few different places, with the Frangipani Hotel being one of ...
The Cost of Living in Grenada

The Cost of Living in Grenada

There’s no doubt about it, living in Grenada, or anywhere in the Caribbean, is far more expensive than living in many other parts of the world. It may not be the ideal location for people on a tight budget, but there are ways to save some money, while still having a great time. The cost ...