Caribbean on a Budget
Take a budget Caribbean trip. Visit seven destinations in the Eastern Caribbean where your money will go a long way.
Antigua
Antigua is known for its beaches, and a quick look at the map will tell you why that is true. Many of the beaches are in coves, protected from rough surf and perfect for snorkeling, diving and other water sports. But Antigua (pronounced an-TEE-ga) offers more than beaches.
Antigua is known for its beaches, and a quick look at the map will tell you why that is true. Many of the beaches are in coves, protected from rough surf and perfect for snorkeling, diving and other water sports. But Antigua (pronounced an-TEE-ga) offers more than beaches.
Barbados
There are plenty of ways to spend money on Barbados. Food and transportation can be expensive, and that discourages many budget travelers. Below you will find suggestions for some activities that could make your trip memorable without spending a lot of money. Not everything listed here is free, but the value of what you'll experience is our goal.
There are plenty of ways to spend money on Barbados. Food and transportation can be expensive, and that discourages many budget travelers. Below you will find suggestions for some activities that could make your trip memorable without spending a lot of money. Not everything listed here is free, but the value of what you'll experience is our goal.
Dominica
Dominica (pronounced do-mi-NEE-ca) is not as developed for tourism as many of its island neighbors in the Eastern Caribbean. For the budget traveler, that is not necessarily a bad thing. What Dominica lacks in five-star resorts, it provides in gorgeous landscape, exciting recreation and friendly hosts. Prices are generally quite reasonable, making Dominica a good value for travelers on a budget.
Dominica (pronounced do-mi-NEE-ca) is not as developed for tourism as many of its island neighbors in the Eastern Caribbean. For the budget traveler, that is not necessarily a bad thing. What Dominica lacks in five-star resorts, it provides in gorgeous landscape, exciting recreation and friendly hosts. Prices are generally quite reasonable, making Dominica a good value for travelers on a budget.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico has it all: lush, impressive mountains, unspoiled beaches and islands, historical sites and tropical rain forests. San Juan offers the Caribbean's best selection of restaurants, hotels and clubs. It can be expensive, especially in the city, but here are five tips for budget travelers seeking to enjoy this Eastern Caribbean tropical paradise.
Puerto Rico has it all: lush, impressive mountains, unspoiled beaches and islands, historical sites and tropical rain forests. San Juan offers the Caribbean's best selection of restaurants, hotels and clubs. It can be expensive, especially in the city, but here are five tips for budget travelers seeking to enjoy this Eastern Caribbean tropical paradise.
St. Kitts
The formal name for St. Kitts is St. Christopher, but no one bothers with the formality. This is an island to enjoy in a carefree spirit. Sightseeing and scenery here are outstanding, and most of the activities come at modest cost.
The formal name for St. Kitts is St. Christopher, but no one bothers with the formality. This is an island to enjoy in a carefree spirit. Sightseeing and scenery here are outstanding, and most of the activities come at modest cost.
St. Lucia
St. Lucia shows budget travelers a good time without sending them home bankrupt. Most of the important experiences here involve natural wonders that don't require large admission fees. Other places in the Eastern Caribbean have more nightlife and fine dining, but St. Lucia offers natural pleasures you'll remember long after you leave its shores.
St. Lucia shows budget travelers a good time without sending them home bankrupt. Most of the important experiences here involve natural wonders that don't require large admission fees. Other places in the Eastern Caribbean have more nightlife and fine dining, but St. Lucia offers natural pleasures you'll remember long after you leave its shores.
U.S. Virgin Islands
It's unfortunate most Americans never get to the U.S. Virgin Islands. This U.S. territory offers some of the most beautiful land under the stars and stripes. Prices tend to be high for transportation, dining and accommodations. But there are some wonderful experiences to be enjoyed here for budget travelers who know what they want to do and have done their homework.
It's unfortunate most Americans never get to the U.S. Virgin Islands. This U.S. territory offers some of the most beautiful land under the stars and stripes. Prices tend to be high for transportation, dining and accommodations. But there are some wonderful experiences to be enjoyed here for budget travelers who know what they want to do and have done their homework.