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Georgia on my mind- where Europe meets Asia

Wednesday, 17 August 2011 07:02 judith baker

In the South Caucasus, where Europe meets Asia, the amazing country of Georgia is poised to captivate tourists with its mountains, coastline and culture.

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 August 2011 07:08

THE CARIBBEAN COMES TO BRIGHTON

Monday, 08 August 2011 09:51 judith baker

The Caribbean came to Brighton on Saturday 6 August when the CTO (Caribbean Tourist Organization) held its lively Rum& Rhythm event at The Thistle Hotel. Amid salsa dancing, steel bands, cookery demonstrations and much testing of rum cocktails, a number of the Caribbean islands’ tourist boards were on hand to talk about why The Caribbean continues to be one of the world’s favourite destinations. A combination of great climate, pristine beaches, romantic locations and family friendly atmosphere has meant visitors continue to flock to the islands aided by a number of good deals and special offers.

PUERTO RICO – where the USA meets the Caribbean

Friday, 29 July 2011 07:36 judith baker

Known as the USA’s Caribbean, the island of Puerto Rico combines the sun and the sand of the tropics with American style and service. With new direct BA flights from Gatwick and the film of Hunter S Thomson’s The Rum Diary set to hit the big screens later this year - now’s the time to discover Puerto Rico

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Last Updated on Monday, 01 August 2011 05:17

Aruba - A Ruby in the Dust

Wednesday, 06 July 2011 08:11 judith baker

Dismissed by the Spanish in the sixteenth century as Islas Inutiles - ‘useless islands’ - because of their lack of precious metals, The Dutch Caribbean islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao conceal treasures undiscovered by most British tourists who flock to more high profile Eastern Caribbean destinations.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 07 July 2011 05:02