While stopping to take pictures at Ponce's Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, I spotted this handsome '51 Bel Air, waiting at the cathedral entrance to take the bride and groom on their marital journey after the ceremony taking place inside. Looks...
A few years ago I had the pleasure of taking a Caribbean cruise. It was such fun spending time with my family, being pampered by the front line crew who did their best to make sure all of their guests were having a good time, and being...
You'll often find you've made a new friend in Mexico. Maybe leave a few crumbs on your sun lounger. Or a bag of goodies worth climbing into. But these guys love to catch the sun on your towel. Gives them a break from burning their...
I've had these shoes for over 3 years and they've served me well. Comfort beyond my expectations. We've walked the east coast of the US, around Europe, Turkey and climbed mountains in Wales - together ! The crumbling pathways of Cuba and soaked...
Friend just got back from the Caribbean today. Asked me the maker and model of this car. Told him I had no idea - But I know some guys who do ! Do you know ?
For the average traveler, Hindu festival celebrations are usually associated with India only. But the reality isthat they are also celebrated wherever there are pockets of Hindus around the world too.Trinidad & Tobago is no exception as the population is almost 40% Indian, of which at least half is Hindu. Ganesh Utsav (or Ganesh Chaturthi) is currently being celebrated this time of year in the Hindu calendar. It is a festival in honour of the god Ganeshawho is...
This is Hector. He's been hand rolling the finest Cuban Cigars for over 50 years ! He will make you a perfect example of his art in whatever size you choose. He likes to talk to tourists and encourages you to watch as he crafts these fine Cigars. He...
Viñales is an absolutely beautiful town in the Pinar del Rio province of Cuba. Its most prized stop on the tourist route is debatable though. The Mural de la Prehistoria (Prehistoric Mural) is a massive mural painted in...
Maracas Beach is considered the jewel in the crown of Trinidad's many beaches. Unlike many of the northern beaches of Trinidad, Maracas Beach is protected by a deep bay and is even more picturesque by the backdrop of mountains. It is on the...
Thispost isvery close to home for me, sharing not just a bit of Trinidad & Tobago's multi-ethnic culture, but my Hinduheritage and family.Indians make up 35% of the population of T descendantsof the first Indianswho camefrom India 169 years ago. Sometimes people are surprised T&T has such a high percentage of Indians but it is just another factor that makes us such a unique country. I do travel a lot, but when it...
Cuba is a country known for its spectacular beaches and tumultuous social political history. Each year, the warm Caribbean climate and endless stretches of unspoiled beaches attract hundreds of thousands of Canadian vacationers and a large...
Museo de las Americas One of the highlights of visiting the Museo de las Americas (web site) in Old San Juan is the “Indian in America” which is a permanent exhibit. This is recognition of over 20 tribes from around the...
If you ever find yourself in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and you enjoy rum, especially Bacardi brand rum, then be sure to tour the Bacardi Distillery. At the time I took this tour, photography was not permitted inside the distillery...
Looks like yesterdays picture was harder than expected ! Try and name this amazing example of Cuban restoration :
This one should be a more difficult quest to all the eagle eyed transport historians. This really is a Taxi. As a tourist you'd never use it. But the Hotels use it to bring the workers in from the nearest town. I know it looks like a cattle truck...