First Time In The Caribbean
First Time In The Caribbean: What To Keep In Mind
Whether you’re off to spend a week in Nassau and luxuriate in the capital of the Bahamas, or you fancy beachcombing across the shores of St Lucia, the tips below are the ones you’ll want to read up on to help you enjoy your trip.
Protect Yourself From the Sun!
The Caribbean is a very sunny place. You might think you’re already aware of that (and who isn’t?!) but we’re really not joking here!
The level of sun the Caribbean gets is unlike any other place in the world. You can get burned in just a few minutes if you’re not taking care to protect your skin and stay hydrated.
Never leave for a walk around the beach, or even the downtown areas, without having a water bottle within easy reach. Every chance you get, make sure you either fill it up or buy a new one.
And try to stay covered under light and breathable clothing, even on top of using sun cream. If you’re going to spend all day on the beach, take a swimsuit cover up with you, as well as a wide brimmed hat and a beach umbrella to sit under!
Pick Your Accommodation Based on Your Beach Preference
A lot of tourists to the Caribbean decide to stay in resorts, and this is usually the best way to go. You have everything you need for your vacation right there on-site, and nine times out of ten, there’s an amazing beach just outside the front door.
Now, seeing as most people also go to the Caribbean to experience the amazing beach lifestyle, choosing your resort according to your beach preferences is key!
Even the best Sandals Resorts are different based on the area of coastline they’re servicing, and you’re going to want to do a bit of research regarding the beachy sights and ocean experiences you’re most willing to see and do.
Operate with Common Sense
There’s a lot of worry in tourist circles regarding the potentially dangerous nature of the Caribbean, and you’ve probably dug into this a little yourself already. Indeed, the crime stats can be quite shocking to look at when you first research them!
But much like every other vacation experience you could possibly go on, the best thing to do is operate with common sense.
Keep valuables safely tucked away at all times, ensure you book excursions via reputable sources/providers, and never just take a stranger’s word for something. And if you get a gut feeling about something, be sure to listen to it!
If you’re off to the Caribbean for the first time, these tips are good reminders to have before touching down at your destination of choice. Do your research and stay out of the sun!