By Michael Hopkins Have you heard about Vieques, Puerto Rico, or as many Puerto Ricans know this island, Isla Nina, Little Girl Island? It’s a small island located 8-miles east of the main island of Puerto Rico. It is commercially accessible by water ferry leaving from Ceiba. Fly there from San Juan International airport or the smaller local airport of Isla Grande. … [Read more...] about Vieques, Puerto Rico – Day Trip, Multi-day Trip, or a Lifetime
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Hidden Oasis-Peanut Island
By Patty Walker Do you ever dream of being in a tropical paradise but worry it’s too expensive and you don’t have enough vacation time to go? There is a hidden oasis within reach that will give you that paradise-feeling without costing a bunch. Your dreams will come true when you visit Peanut Island, situated about 125 miles east of Arcadia, Florida. It’s one of those … [Read more...] about Hidden Oasis-Peanut Island
The Three C’s of Capri: Citrus, Cliffs, and Coastline
By Donna Renz Lemons. Lemons. Lemons! They exist in everything here from drinks to cookies to chocolate—yes, dark chocolate! Although initially skeptical, I fell in love at first bite. The sweet and sour combination tantalized my taste buds and made me crave for more. The smell of citrus floated all around this small island, just three miles off the coast of southwest … [Read more...] about The Three C’s of Capri: Citrus, Cliffs, and Coastline
Don’t Forget Your Passport When Visiting Countries Outside the U.S. — EXCEPT When You Go Here
By Maureen LoBue ITWPA Member On this hidden gem of an island, 26 miles long and six miles wide, two Danish forts still point cannons toward the sea to thwart enemy attack, the spicy aroma of West Indian dishes tantalizes the taste buds, and fresh mangos and coconuts can be bought from local farmers’ trucks parked along narrow, mahogany-shaded roads. They’ll be happy to … [Read more...] about Don’t Forget Your Passport When Visiting Countries Outside the U.S. — EXCEPT When You Go Here