The Caribbean is one of the most challenging regions to go birding in, especially if you are on a budget. You can get to most of the best islands for birding with miles but if you want to hop around … Continue reading
Now I am the first to admit I am not a fan of small boats due to being prone to sea-sickness but if you want to get to Punta Pitt and see 3 species of Boobies, Frigatebirds and more you … Continue reading
Many people will find themselves in southern Florida whether it be a visit to friends or family, business, pre-cruise ship or just a family vacation. There are many beautiful birds to be seen here as shown on the latest Birding … Continue reading
Bonaire is not one of the more common ports offered on Caribbean cruises but it’s well worth the effort. Echo Bonaire has several tour options. If you are in Bonaire on a land based visit, try their weekly tour. Tours … Continue reading
As I mentioned before, we had been to Ocho Rios on a previous cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas in 2008. I had found out about the Enchanted Gardens online and we also had to do the touristy … Continue reading
The Yellow-billed Parrot, also called the Jamaican amazon, (Amazona collaria) is a species of parrot in the Psittacidae family. It is a predominantly green parrot with a short tail and pink throat and neck. It is endemic to Jamaica, where … Continue reading
This was our second time visiting Ocho Rios on a cruise ship. On the first visit (which will be covered on a separate post) we did all the touristy things – Dunns River Falls, the market and finished at the … Continue reading
The Orange-fronted Parakeet or Orange-fronted Conure (Eupsittula canicularis), also known as the Half-moon Conure, is a medium-sized parrot which is a resident from western Mexico to Costa Rica. The first photo was taken in Huatulco and the 2nd photo which … Continue reading
We were up bright and early to join the Princess shore excursion for bird watching in Huatulco. Princess no longer offers this excursion (they do have an eco-tour though) so I will show you a similar one from Holland America … Continue reading
After a hectic but fulfilling 2014 in which I brought forward two trips I had originally earmarked for 2015; I now find myself with decimated mileage accounts and a need to rebuild. I’d say that I not only met but … Continue reading