Trinidad’s bucket-list bacchanal incorporates a slew of must-do public events. Here’s the skinny on what happens when. 

How much do we love the TCI? From the ritzy resorts on the islands' hub of Providenciales to the deserted sands of quirky outpost Salt Cay and all the beguiling islets in between, here are a few of our favorite things about one of our favorite destinations.

As Cuba slowly opens up to American tourists, now is the time to go for any traveler looking for a trip with a local touch. 

Forgot to pack your camera? You can still get snap-happy on your next vacation with these apps for your smart phone, from altering the look and quality of your image with digital "lenses" on Hipstamatic or high dynamic range imagery with Pro HDR, to instant photo sharing via Instagram.

Las Terrenas, the heart of the action on the Samana Peninsula, offers natural beauty and boho sophistication in equal measure, with little in the way of the DR’s typical sprawling resorts and their attendant crowds. Here, the focus is on the fun and funky, with an international crowd drawn to the expat-owned hotels, cafes and bars that have laid claim to the one-time fishing village’s primo locale and carefree spirit.

Who says vacations have to be once-a-year indulgences? With this 3-day guide to Puerto Rico's Old San Juan, one of the most easily-reached destinations in the Caribbean, you have even less excuses to stay at home. 

Five places to channel your inner Robinson Crusoe—without ending up a true castaway.

The 92 miles of Barbados’ coastline is trimmed with 80 beaches, from tranquil to tempestuous. Here's a list of our 6 favorites.

A list of our favorite affordable hotels, from Mexico to Turks and Caicos.

A rundown of the Caribbean’s hottest artists — and the best music festivals on the islands they call home.

From snorkeling to lounging on the sand, here are our five favorite beach activities—and the best places to do them.