Brian Ramsey
Articles by Brian Ramsey
May 25, 2010
There are two things one immediately notices about the churches in the predominantly Roman Catholic island of St Lucia, they are large and they are always open. These churches stand out, they make a statement; I am here for you.
November 30, 2009
The mouth of the Maraval River is a good birding spot for a short birdwatching trip. The river flows through a short stretch of mangrove before arriving at the sea. As the river water encounters the ocean it loses its force and spreads out depositing soil to create mud flats. It is this mixture of mud and water that creates the habitat loved by some bird species.
August 09, 2009
The Caribbean islands are one of the tropical regions that have beautiful sunsets.. There are some locations on certain Caribbean islands like Rick's Café in Jamaica and Shirley Heights in Antigua that are world famous for the sunsets that can be viewed from these locations. Is the Caribbean simply blessed by nature so that it has these wonderful tropical island sunsets or are there specific reasons why the Caribbean has more brilliant sunsets than other areas.
August 04, 2009
A vacation in the Caribbean can be fantastic; so many beautiful sights and sounds, so many places to discover and explore. Everyone who goes on holiday in the Caribbean wants to capture those magical moments to be able to remember them for a lifetime and also to share them with friends and family. In this article we provide some tips to help you take good photographs during your vacation in the Caribbean.
July 24, 2009
There is an expanding interest in the natural world around us and the wildlife that inhabits that world. An increasing number of individuals are now seeking to experience nature and learn about wildlife.
One method used by some is to go into the outdoors and view from a vehicle either from in a c...
July 04, 2009
The name Caribbean is almost synonymous with Sea, Sun and Sand.For those who want more activity at the beach than reclining on a lounge chair sipping a cold drink, Caribbean vacations offer a range of activities.
April 17, 2009
Tobago has been described as the last of the unspoilt Caribbean islands making it a great location for a Caribbean holiday especially for someone who loves holiday recreational activities and outdoor adventure. A visually dramatic event takes place each year in Tobago as giant marine turtles slowly come onto the beaches of Tobago to lay their eggs.
April 13, 2009
Many people only consider a Caribbean vacation during the months of November to April. Yet the summer and fall months are a great time for a Caribbean vacation with several activities that are only available during the summer.
April 02, 2009
Temperate countries have seasons of winter, spring, summer and autumn driven by the weather. Very often we hear that tropical countries only have a dry and wet season. Trinidad however has many seasons and they are driven by the major activities in the country. Hence we have the Christmas season, the Carnival season, Lent, the Easter season, Divali season. Each of these seasons has its unique traditions and while the origins of some have become obscured with time, Trinidadians continue to follow the traditions. Easter is such a season in Trinidad in the Caribbean.
March 12, 2009
Bathsheba, the name evokes images of a mystical place and in Barbados it is a special place. Bathsheba on the east coast of Barbados has dramatic beauty with wide sand beaches on a rugged coast with striking rock formations. As beautiful as Bathsheba is, the journey to this quaint seaside village is equally enchanting.
February 16, 2009
Mention the name The Bahamas and sparkling blue water with pink or white sand beaches spring to mind. Conch fritters, Conch salad, 700 islands, duty free shopping and Junkanoo are all terms that are synonymous with the Bahamas. Thousands of tourists visit Nassau every year to enjoy the clear water or place their bets at the gambling tables at Paradise Island. Nassau however has myriad outdoor recreational activities that are perfect for burning off the pounds gained from eating all those conch fritters or adding some variety to your holiday.
January 27, 2009
There is something special about a waterfall that seems to draw us. Maybe it is the sight of the water flowing over the edge or maybe it is the raw power that the water represents. Or maybe it is just that we are drawn to waterfalls because of the refreshing coolness that fills the air around the waterfall. Whatever it is, there is an attraction to waterfalls and the Caribbean has its fair share of waterfalls.
December 29, 2008
Worried about the drop in your 401k and the uncertain economy however still considering a holiday but concerned about the cost? Well it is possible to have a holiday in the Caribbean and save money. This article will provide you some of the ways you can reduce your Caribbean vacation cost and still have a wonderful time.
October 16, 2008
So what makes a good fishing trip? The obvious answer is fish and preferably fish that are biting your bait. While fish that are biting is the key element in a good fishing trip there are several other elements that help to enhance your fishing experience.
October 06, 2008
South Florida and Miami in particular is a magnet that draws shoppers from South & Central America and the Caribbean. Shopping in Miami is year round but seems to reach a fever pitch on the 3rd Friday in November which is the day immediately after the American Thanksgiving holiday. Known as Black Friday, it is a day of deep discounts that marks the start of the Christmas shopping season. South Florida is also a good location for bird watching.
October 05, 2008
As a young person you were fascinated by the articles in National Geographic magazine and you yearned to be like the individuals in the articles. Even now, as you are older, you enjoy watching Discovery channel and Animal Planet and secretly wish you were one of the characters in the show, taking part in an outdoor adventure. Despite these desires you never seem to have the outdoor adventures you yearn for.