{"id":5799,"date":"2019-06-26T14:21:41","date_gmt":"2019-06-26T19:51:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/?p=5799"},"modified":"2020-04-23T18:49:42","modified_gmt":"2020-04-24T00:19:42","slug":"8-souvenirs-and-gifts-to-bring-back-from-the-caribbean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/8-souvenirs-and-gifts-to-bring-back-from-the-caribbean\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Souvenirs And Gifts To Bring Back From The Caribbean"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5822\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title.jpeg\" alt=\"Souvenirs\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Souvenirs-title-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">A trip to the Caribbean is a big deal for almost anyone! <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">It\u2019s a time to take off work, enjoy the sun and relax. But a trip isn&#8217;t complete without a little shopping for the perfect gift or souvenir to bring home and keep as a reminder of your travels. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Heading off to the islands soon? Consider which souvenirs and gifts are the best to bring back.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>1. Vejigante Masks<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Puerto Rico<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5824\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5824\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanhistory.si.edu\/collections\/search\/object\/nmah_600893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5824 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks.jpeg\" alt=\"Vejigante Masks\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Vejigante-Masks-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5824\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanhistory.si.edu\/collections\/search\/object\/nmah_600893\">americanhistory.si.edu<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The vejigante represents a demon figure that has become part of many celebratory customs in Puerto Rico. During Carnival, &#8220;possessed&#8221; revelers dress in <a href=\"https:\/\/americanhistory.si.edu\/collections\/search\/object\/nmah_600893\"><span class=\"s2\">flowing robes and horned masks<\/span><\/a>, called carteras, and join the crowds in celebration. These masks \u2060\u2014 composed of papier-m\u00e2ch\u00e9, paint, copper, and plastic \u2060\u2014 are typically handmade in Ponce or Loiza. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The next time you\u2019re strolling through Puerto Rico and want a unique souvenir to bring home, consider picking up a vejigante mask in Old San Juan and learn more about the vejigante\u2019s medieval Spanish roots.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>2. Real Vanilla<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Mexico<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5821\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5821\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/By-wZr0hDm1\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5821 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla.jpeg\" alt=\"Real Vanilla\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Real-Vanilla-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5821\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/By-wZr0hDm1\/\">@missy_604<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">If you love to bake, don\u2019t pass up the opportunity to get your hands on some real vanilla. Mexico\u2019s vanilla beans are rumored to be some of the best in the world, producing a rich and luscious flavor you can\u2019t find with imitation alternatives. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Be wary of the big expensive bottles located in gift shops and tourist traps. You could be purchasing a fake product that contains coumarin \u2060\u2014 a substance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snopes.com\/fact-check\/vanilla-iced\/\"><span class=\"s2\">banned by the U.S. in 1940<\/span><\/a> \u2060\u2014 and no real vanilla. Coumarin is an extract of the tonka bean that can cause toxicity to the liver and kidneys. Shop in the local supermarket and check bottles carefully to ensure the ingredients list real vanilla. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>3. Pottery<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Barbados, Jamaica, Puerto Rico<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5820\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5820\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bbu9s-Mn6Yt\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5820 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery.jpeg\" alt=\"Pottery\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pottery-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5820\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bbu9s-Mn6Yt\/\">@planetceramics<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">When you take a big trip, you may want to bring back something authentic \u2060\u2014 an item you can&#8217;t get anywhere else. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">So roam the streets of the Caribbean islands for handcrafted pottery of all shapes, colors, and sizes. Locals use red-clay ceramic that is molded and then fired in kilns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Many vendors and workshops will showcase handmade pieces, including plates, bowls, mugs, and candleholders. Get a simple vase to place on your office desk or a full dinnerware set to keep the experience alive every night at home. Remember that pottery is very fragile and custom pieces can\u2019t be replaced, so wrap your souvenirs carefully before your trip home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>4. Coffee &amp; Spices <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Barbados, Jamaica, Puerto Rico<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5817\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5817\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ByzZo0gnp8S\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5817 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices.jpeg\" alt=\"Coffee and Spices\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Coffee-and-Spices-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5817\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ByzZo0gnp8S\/\">@wonderlustinglynda<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Who doesn\u2019t love coffee? Most of the world\u2019s coffee-bean supply comes from Central and South America. In the Caribbean, the ideal combination of high altitudes and cool climates has led to some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littleswitzerland.com\/blogs\/news\/best-gifts-bring-back-from-vacation-in-caribbean\"><span class=\"s2\">best-known coffee in the world<\/span><\/a>, including Blue Mountain Coffee and Pocillo. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">If you want to pick up a bag of Caribbean coffee, be prepared to pay a high premium \u2014 most of the coffee supply has already been allocated for exportation to countries like Japan. But the price is worth the delicious flavor you can\u2019t find elsewhere. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">And don\u2019t forget to bring home some traditional Caribbean spices to add some kick to your home cooking. Bajan seasoning, perfect on chicken, pork or fish, is a must-buy when in Barbados. While each islander has their own unique take on the spice mix, the staple ingredients include coriander, turmeric, fenugreek, anise, and habanero.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>5. Tamarind Balls<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Barbados, Jamaica<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5823\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5823\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bl-ijoRntaL\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5823 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls.jpeg\" alt=\"Tamarind Balls\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Tamarind-Balls-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5823\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bl-ijoRntaL\/\">@jenesis_delights<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Tamarind is a tropical tree that, when growing wild, produces a crunchy pod similar to a bean. The pods are filled with sweet, tasty fruit that&#8217;s a favorite of locals in the Caribbean. It&#8217;s used to make sauces, marinades, and drinks. It&#8217;s also the main ingredient in tamarind balls, a dessert where the sticky fruit is rolled in sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Considered nature&#8217;s candy, tamarind balls are made by mixing the flesh of tamarind with brown sugar and water. Some recipes also call for a splash of local rum. The dough is shaped into bite-sized balls and rolled in granulated white sugar. Filled with antioxidants and <a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0070058\"><span class=\"s2\">able to prevent heart disease<\/span><\/a>, these balls are some of the healthiest of souvenirs that you can pick up during your travels!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>6. Pilons <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Puerto Rico<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5818\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5818\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dashofflavors.com\/pilon\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5818 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons.jpeg\" alt=\"Pilons\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pilons-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5818\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dashofflavors.com\/pilon\/\">dashofflavors.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Mashed plantains and mofongo \u2014 plantains combined with garlic and pork rinds \u2014 are beloved dishes in Puerto Rico. But to make them, you need something called a pilon. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Similar to a mortar and pestle, a pilon comes with a bowl and hand-held tool used to smash fried green plantains. It can also be used to crush dried spices and grind up coffee beans. You\u2019ll find a pilon in almost every home in Puerto Rico \u2014 it\u2019s a must for cooking traditional dishes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The pilon dates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dashofflavors.com\/pilon\/\"><span class=\"s2\">back to the Taino Indians<\/span><\/a>, who used hollowed out Guayacan tree trunks to make pilons that were waist high. Even if you don\u2019t plan to do much cooking, it can be a unique decorative piece. Made from wood, pilons come in a variety of sizes and can be found all over the Caribbean at shopping markets and art galleries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>7. Plated Straw Hats &amp; Bags<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Bahamas<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats.jpeg\" alt=\"Plated Straw Hats\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Plated-Straw-Hats-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Bring back a piece of the island with a plated straw hat or bag. As you\u2019re walking the streets of the Bahamas, you\u2019ll see many vendors <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodors.com\/cruises\/news\/photos\/caribbean-cruise-souvenirs#!10-\"><span class=\"s2\">using the island\u2019s natural resources<\/span><\/a> \u2014 straw, sisal and coconut palms \u2014 to create an assortment of braided items. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">One of the best places to find braided straw crafts is at the Nassau Straw Market on Bay Street. You\u2019ll find a variety of straw items along with other unique gifts like shell jewelry and wood carvings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Islanders initially used braided straw for practical purposes, such as making baskets for carrying freshly harvested fruit and shopping items. But when tourists began to take interest, locals began crafting more creative and artistic pieces to sell. Today, straw crafts can be seen all throughout the Caribbean.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>8. Amber Jewelry<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Where to Buy: Dominican Republic<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5816\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5816\" style=\"width: 720px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvA50cMAWwD\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5816 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.journohq.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Amber-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5816\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvA50cMAWwD\/\">@kasavra<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The Caribbean is home to many sought-after natural resources, such as coffee, oil, and iron. It\u2019s also a significant source of amber, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.natmus.dk\/historical-knowledge\/denmark\/prehistoric-period-until-1050-ad\/the-mesolithic-period\/magical-amber-animals\/what-is-amber\/\"><span class=\"s2\">a fossilized plant resin<\/span><\/a> from ancient forests. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Some amber date back more than 35 million years ago, when resin was secreted by trees and dripped down to the forest floor. Over thousands of years, that resin hardened into amber. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Take home a piece of history by finding a unique amber necklace or earrings. If you\u2019re a fossil lover, look for pieces with insects, leaves or feathers trapped inside. While traditionally thought of as a hazy yellow color, amber can also be green, white, red, blue or black. Blue is the rarest color, able to appear different hues in the sunlight, and is strictly found in the Dominican Republic. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>The Best Caribbean Souvenirs to Bring Home<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">You\u2019ve been welcomed by the locals, tried plenty of tasty cuisines and lounged on the pristine white-sand beaches. But before you head back to the airport, don\u2019t forget to find the perfect gift or souvenir to bring home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Whether it be a fun and spooky vejigante mask or a Puerto Rican pilon to master your cooking skills, it will surely remind you of your once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Caribbean. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A trip to the Caribbean is a big deal for almost anyone! It\u2019s a time to take off work, enjoy the sun and relax. 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