The Caribbean has long been a favorite destination for American travelers. Treasured for its scenery and family-friendly atmosphere, the Caribbean is one of the safest travel destinations for millions of American tourists each year.
Yet, like anywhere else in the world, some travelers occasionally experience travel headaches. More often than not, these travel troubles are the result of poor planning by tourists. Hence, the key to a successful Caribbean vacation is preparation, from passports and choosing the right resort to learning important details about your destination and knowing how to pack.
To make sure that your Caribbean vacation is a success, here are some travel tips to consider while planning your getaway:
Apply for passports as soon as possible. As all Caribbean destinations with exception of St. Thomas and the U.S. Virgin Islands require passports for air travel, every member of your family will need to apply. Being the first year of the new passport regulations, delays have increased (with some estimates placing completed application at 10 weeks). Since you dont want to miss your vacation because of passports that havent arrived, complete...