Caribbean Islands are not generally the choice of most budget travelers outside of package deals to the Bahamas or Jamaica. But, live a little and then come back with a story by traveling to an island most can’t find on a map.
Little Corn Island, Nicaragua © Robert Lerich | Dreamstime
The Corn Islands, Nicaragua
Off the coast of Nicaragua and a mere 90-minute hop from the capital city of Managua, lie Big Corn and Little Corn Island. There are few islands in the world with an infrastructure with such a minimal population. Throw in the pirate history and you will have a memorable trip.
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Anguilla
Mere minutes by boats that connect Anguilla to St. Martin lies a mysterious land of luxury. It’s also home to some of the friendliest locals, the best jerk pork/chicken outside of Jamaica and Uncle Ernie’s lobster shack on the other side of the coin and island.
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San Andrés, Colombia
This island gets you Columbia and the Caribbean. Nearly any airport you fly into in Columbia blesses you with a fantastic city. So spend a day or two in Cartagena or Medellin among others and enjoy the flight to the dive/snorkel mecca that is San Andrés. Nearly 500 miles off the northwest coast, getting there is half the fun and is also accessible by a “found” boat for the truly adventurous.
Schoelcher Library, Fort de France © Philippehalle | Dreamstime
Martinique
Speak French; have a few euros lying around? Fantastic rum and volcanoes also wait for you in this part of the Lesser Antilles.
Kanaval Festival © HOPE Art | Flickr
Haiti
Let’s face it: Haiti gets a bad rap. While it is impoverished and a bit dangerous, it is also the home of voodoo, has a vibrant nightlife and plenty of opportunities for volunteering.
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