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The Caribbean Sea (pronounced /k?'r?bi?n/ or /?kær?'bi??n/) is a tropical sea in the Western Hemisphere, part of the Atlantic Ocean, southeast of the Gulf of Mexico. A mediterranean sea, it covers most of the Caribbean Plate and is bounded on the south by South America, on the west and south by Mexico and Central America, and on the north and east by the Antilles the Greater Antilles islands of Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico lie to the north, and a plethora of Lesser Antilles bound the sea on the east. The entire area of the Caribbean Sea, the numerous islands of the West Indies, and adjacent coasts, are collectively known as the Caribbean. The Caribbean Sea is one of the largest salt water seas and has an area of about 2,754,000 km² (1,063,000 square miles).[1] The sea's deepest point is the Cayman Trough, between Cuba and Jamaica, at 7,686 m (25,220 ft) below sea level. The Caribbean coastline has many gulfs and bays the Gulf of Gonâve, Gulf of Venezuela, Gulf of Darien, Golfo de los Mosquitos and Gulf of Honduras. The name "Caribbean" is derived from the Caribs, one of the dominant American Indian groups in the region at the time of European contact during the late 15th century. After the discovery of the West Indies by Christopher Columbus in 1492, the Spanish term Antillas was commonly assigned to the lands; stemming from this, "Sea of the Antilles" is a common alternative name for the Caribbean Sea in various European languages. During the first century of development, the Spanish dominance was undisputed. The Caribbean Sea was an unknown body of water to the populations of Eurasia until 1492 when Christopher Columbus first sailed into Caribbean waters while trying to find a route to India. At that time the Western Hemisphere in general was unknown to Europeans. Following the discovery of the islands by Columbus, the area was quickly colonized by several Western Civilizations. Following the colonization of the Caribbean islands, the Sea became a busy area for European-based marine trading and transport, and this commerce eventually attracted piracy.
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1. Family Travel to the Florida Keys
August 26, 2008
Family travel to the Florida Keys is a great way to bring the family together.
With upwards of 1700 islands, the Florida Keys has become one of the main vacation destinations for beach bums, cultural junkies and amateur fishers from across the country.
Unlike the neighboring Caribbean Islands that were created from volcanic explosions, the Keys themselves were created by plants and animals. The upper Keys were at one point a coral reef, which became fossilized once the sea levels began to decline.
The climate of the Keys has been described as tropical, which is more closely a r... (read more)
Author: Pam Voigt
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2. Pirates of the Caribbean online video game review.
August 24, 2008
This fun online game a person could get hooked on. The setting is similar to the movie. You design a characters size, sex and shape before taking on the Caribbean in a pirates shoes(or sandals).
Kick your way out of jail(you don't die here but put in the jail, closest to were you were defeated in battle. If you loose a battle at sea you return to the jail at the last port you sailed from.)
Now you have a strange world to explore. The British military, undead pirates, giant wasps, alligators, bats and many other dangers face you (the pirate) and your rusty sword the weapon you start w... (read more)
Author: Jason Wimbs
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3. A Comprehensive List of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico
August 16, 2008
Mexico is one of the biggest countries in the world, spanning millions of square kilometers. It’s surrounded by several bodies of water, including the Pacific Island and the Caribbean Sea. It’s no wonder therefore that you can hardly count the number of beautiful and white-sand beaches that are scattered all over the country.
If you love some water adventures or just go lazy in any beach front, you can choose among these world-renowned Mexico beaches:
1. Acapulco. This beach is known to be the haven of the stars not only because of the beaches but also because of the many cruise lin... (read more)
Author: Ricardo Lumbardo
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4. En Route to ‘Roatan' Trance Exotica
August 11, 2008
Exotic beaches, jungle-clad hills, warm hospitality, extraordinary cultures, adrenaline rushing activities like scuba diving, mountain biking, sea-kayaking, and the inexpressible Caribbean charm with the gift of inexpensive accommodation- can anyone dream of such a travel destination without the rush of tourists and the haggling of the local traders? The fact is, such a place does exist and is safely sheltered in the heart of the Caribbean. Rightly called the 'Jewel of the Caribbean’, Roatan welcomes you to discover its breathtaking natural beauty, lined with coconut trees and the lapping shor... (read more)
Author: Wain Roy
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5. Car Rental Barbados - affordable and cheap
July 31, 2008
Barbados is a lovely island, the gem of the Caribbean Sea, where hire a car and explore Barbados for yourself. It would be the amazing experience travel to Barbados, enjoy the convenience of seeing the island at your own pace. It is the best and perfect choice for your vacation or business needs. There are numerous car hire companies in Barbados deliver the vehicle from the popular Mokes, to rugged jeeps, and stylish air-conditioned cars for your convenience. Mostly all Cars hire Barbados companies offers discounted car rental Barbados services in Barbados with vehicles, location, terms, and ... (read more)
Author: Bente Rayfield
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6. Aruba- Most Popular Destination for Caribbean Family Vacation
July 24, 2008
For a Caribbean family vacation, Aruba is one of the most popular destinations. If you wish to spend time with your family and relax then you may opt for a family vacation at any of the family resorts here. The Caribbean family vacation can rejuvenate you and would provide you with lifelong memories.
The island of Aruba is located in the Caribbean Sea and is northwest of Venezuela. It is surrounded with beautiful flora and fauna and is well known for its beautiful scenic beauty. The balmy breezes, serene water and the beautiful white beaches add to the perfect Caribbean family vacation. T... (read more)
Author: Mike Putman
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7. Compare cheap cruises
July 24, 2008
Going on a cruise summons up ideas of the ultimate in luxury and expense, but it is actually quite possible to go on a cruise these days at prices which compare well with other types of holiday. A cruise offers the excitement of visiting a number of interesting places, with the view from the window of your cabin always changing, yet you are comfortable on board, not having to worry about making travel arrangements to get from place to place. There are cruises that cover the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Baltic, the Black Sea, in fact just about every sea on the globe, taking in ... (read more)
Author: Tom Heath
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8. Buckle up and tour around through jeep and car rentals in St. Lucia
July 24, 2008
If “paradise” is the best word to describe a very wonderful place, therefore, St. Lucia is a paradise that lies in the eastern Caribbean Sea. Gifted with exhilarating scenery and tranquil environment, this paradise captivates every tourists and locals to come again and again to its island. Planning to see the pristine beaches of Labrellotte, Marigot, Soufriere, Cas En Bas, Anse de Sables, and Jalousie? Or, yearning to see the world known only drive in volcano, Sulfur springs and Botanical Gardens? Wanna take a stroll with your sweetheart or friends at the Pigeon Island Park and cruise at... (read more)
Author: bravo seo
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9. Buying or Renting Property in the Dominican Republic
July 23, 2008
The Dominican Republic is a recognized tourist destination, with magnificent beaches and resorts, miles of white sand and refreshing, sparkling waters. It is all about recreation! Visitors will soon discover that the Dominican Republic offers much more than the typical Caribbean attractions of sun, sand and sea. Once you visit, you will want to come back again and again-or decide to stay permanently. The Dominican Republic is known for many things: Christopher Columbus' entrance to the Americas, baseball superstars, sugarcane and cigars. But soon it will be known as one of the premi... (read more)
Author: Margarita Mitch
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10. There is Nothing Romantic than Cruising Across the Sea
July 18, 2008
A cruise and stay vacation is a holiday where one part of the vacation is spent on a cruise and the other part of the vacation is spent in a hotel. People decide on taking this sort of a holiday for numerous reasons. Some individuals who have on no account taken a cruise vacation previously might come to a decision to spend a few nights on a cruise ship.
There are several holiday spots to be found all over the planet. The most well-liked of these are the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. The Caribbean is blessed with a lot of attractive tropical islands as a result it makes it ideal for a... (read more)
Author: Francis Adam
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11. Things to consider on a Caribbean Cruise and Stay
July 18, 2008
The Caribbean is some of the most well-liked cruise and stay holiday in the globe. The great weather conditions and large number of islands make Caribbean cruise very much popular and well accepted. The Caribbean is as well home to several cruise liners all of which are only one of their kinds in their own way.
There are approximately twenty cruise lines that sail the Caribbean Sea. Majority of the people, predominantly Americans select the superior cruise like the Royal Caribbean. Cruises like the Royal Caribbean have numerous facilities and offer a lot on the ship proceedings for its cl... (read more)
Author: Francis Adam
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12. The Family Summer Escapade in Courchevel
June 22, 2008
Your children are veritably strange creatures. During winter, they wanted to visit the southern states and the beach resorts that face the sultry Caribbean Sea. At first, this need for a vacation is comprehensible because the cold winter days can be quite monotonous. Surfing and parasailing always win against snow blizzards. The warm tropical climate of the islands surrounding the Caribbean is the major reason why the family went on a vacation. But this summer, they wanted to go north and see the Alps. Summer has turned blisteringly hot and the children missed the ice and snow. They wanted not... (read more)
Author: I C
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13. Caribbean Vacation
June 26, 2008
Caribbean region is one of the hot spots of world tourism, which is among dream holiday destination of every beach lovers. The region includes Caribbean Sea, islands of Caribbean Sea and surrounding coastal areas. There are more than seven thousand islands in this region. Every island holds unique natural beauty, wonderful coastal areas with exclusive underwater life capable enough to attract divers from all over the world.
Tourism at Caribbean
The climatic, ecosystem and geographic diversity of Caribbean region is unbeatable. The beauty of whole Caribbean Region attracts people towa... (read more)
Author: Mitch Tripguy
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14. Travellers Experience Of Barbados
June 25, 2008
Barbados situated near the Caribbean Sea and is the furthest east of all the islands in that area and is notorious for its palm trees and white sandy beaches that gradually decend into the surrounded clear blue seas. It is said that the name ‘Barbados’ means bearded-ones however this has sparked major arguments on where the name actually came from. Some consider it was named after a fig tree’s long hanging roots and some suggest it is named after the foam spraying over the reefs in the structure of a beard.
If you want to explore the exotic island of Barbados there are many ways you can ... (read more)
Author: Amy Whittingham
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15. Diversify your Portfolio by Investing in Panama Real-Estate
June 23, 2008
Panama is located in Central America, bordering both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, between Colombia and Costa Rica. In addition to its’ picturesque locations, Panama serves great economic significance as much of the world’s trade funnels through this country. Due to its’ importance with international trade, Panama has seen a major influx of real estate development during the past decade. The modernization of this country has made it a very attractive tourist destination and or a great location to own real-estate. While there is an abundance of land and listings available in Pana... (read more)
Author: Justin Voccola
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16. Scuba Diving Do's And Don'ts (You Might Have Overlooked)
June 13, 2008
If you have ever taken a sea cruise to say the caribbean or west coast around Catalina, you'll recall how blue and clear the water was. The perfect location for underwater enjoyment.I think that( If)you were into scuba diving, or maybe not, and the cruise offered an underwater expedition you would want to sign-up. A big (If). If you sign-up, you would want to be in good physical condition and be an experienced swimmer, and most of all be Certified. Certification assures the cruise dive team you are a qualified Scuba Diver, the Grim Reaper also lurks underwater. Scuba diving is one ... (read more)
Author: Darrell Young
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17. Group Leaders Travel FREE!
June 02, 2008
Travel by land Travel by sea Be a group Leader And you travel FREE! Are you a member of a group? A reunion group? Military? High School? College? Church? An affinity group likes: Rotary! Knights of Columbus! American Legion! Masons! Sons of Italy! VFW! Are you retired? Play golf / tennis? In a bowling league/ football pool? If you said yes to any one of these, or are a member of any group, you can become a 'group leader and travel FREE! Mary Ellen found a group at her book club discussion meeting. They had read Michener’s "Caribbean". W... (read more)
Author: ginfo plus
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18. Royal Caribbean Brings the City to the Sea with Project Genesis
May 29, 2008
By Roy Witman
We all know what cruising is about, don’t we? Balcony staterooms overlooking the open sea, casinos and Las Vegas-style shows for entertainment and plenty of restaurant options: Enough to please the whole family. A few years ago, however, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line decided to shake things up by incorporating truly innovative features into their fleet including surfing machines, rock-climbing walls and even ice-skating. Royal Caribbean is doing it again with Project Genesis.
It seem as though every few months someone in the cruise industry announces the launch of "th... (read more)
Author: Roy Witman
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19. Bajan dreams with DWVC
May 20, 2008
Escape to a world of endless summers and sun-kissed beaches, where the dazzling ocean welcomes you each morning and a painted sunset settles along the western shores of the Caribbean every night. Nestled on the "Island of Eternal Summer”.
Barbados is a relatively flat island rising west to east in a series of terraces to its highest point Mount Hillaby, which is 1100ft. On the western side of the island, the sea is relatively calm. However, on the eastern side where the waves roll in from the Atlantic the coast is much more rugged. This is a perfect choice for a Caribbean family vacation ... (read more)
Author: Designer Way Vacation Club
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20. Mexico - Tips For a Sailing Vacation
May 19, 2008
Mexico, also known as the United Mexican States, is part of North America. It's located near Guatemala and Belize. There are also several bodies of water that are found in the area. These are the North Pacific Ocean in the west, the Caribbean Sea in the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico in the east. Its location near the Tropic of Cancer makes it a pleasant place to visit all year round. The seas, meanwhile, is just as inviting for some sailing in Mexico.
During your vacation, make sure that you can pass through the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez). It's located very close to several is... (read more)
Author: D. Browall
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21. Choose Real Estate Samana (Immobilien Samana) for Business or Pleasure
May 07, 2008
The Caribbean is the perfect getaway place and thus the perfect place to start a business. The Dominican Republic is one of the most beautiful countries in the Caribbean. It is situated on the second biggest island in the Antilles and it has an opening to both the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean. On the mainland, there are four important parallel mountain ranges, many plains and valleys, four important rivers, many lagoons and lakes. Moreover, some of the islands near the mainland are Dominican territory.
So, it is safe to say that the Dominican Republic is like heaven on Eart... (read more)
Author: Fabiola Groshan
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22. Scuba Diving In The Cayman Islands - Walls, Galleons And So Much More!
May 05, 2008
Located in the northern Caribbean Sea lie the Cayman Islands; home to some of the worlds best dive sites, and arguably the best diving to be found anywhere in the Caribbean. Dive sites including the world famous Bloody Bay Wall and Stingray City are known to scuba divers throughout the world.
Vertical walls line all three of the Cayman Islands, and there are currently over 100 named wall dive sites in the Cayman Islands. However, although the main focus of the scuba diving in the Cayman Islands is the awesome wall diving to be found here, there are also a large number of wreck dive sites... (read more)
Author: Mark Burns
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23. Luxury Cruise Ships of Royal Caribbean ( Jewel of the Sea )
May 05, 2008
Royal Caribbean launched its first Mega Ship in 2000.
The ship itself is a sight to behold. With its offering of Broadway styled show to entertain you and dining that is an absolute thrill. The ship has restaurants and lounges to numerous to mention, so here are a few highlights.
The main dining room has three levels all connected by a sweeping staircase and each one yet different. Each has a variety of menus to choose from and each one has its own specialties.
Exploring the ship itself is an adventure. It even has an on board Shopping Mall. Accommodations match that o... (read more)
Author: Rebecca Robbins
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24. Jamaica, Early Beginnings to the Present
April 22, 2008
I have visited Jamaica several times over the years. It is a beautiful island. The island is located in the Atlantic Ocean but the seas surrounding it are commonly referred to as the Caribbean Sea.
As seen on a map, Jamaica is divided into towns. Each major town in Jamaica is called a Parish. There are 14 such Parishes in Jamaica. The island is not very big in size, it is approximately 144 miles long and 50 miles wide, but its size is what makes it truly unique. Jamaica's unique size enables travelers to be able to travel to all 14 Parishes in less than one day; by car. In... (read more)
Author: Andy Mullins
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25. Fly Fishing California Saltwater
April 07, 2008
Fly fishing ocean waters in California has not caught on as much as it has for some other parts of the world. This may be because there aren't broad expanses of shallow flats, like you might find in the Caribbean or Eastern US, but California saltwater is definitely fly fishable, as many an enthusiast has come to discover. A variety of species, both native and pelagic can be induced to hit a fly.
The California underwater seascape, like the landscape is filled with deep canyons, large mountainous sub sea banks and rocky reefs. Obviously only the shallower areas can be fished, or the deepe... (read more)
Author: Jeff Spira
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