Caribbean Travel Information

  • Size: 2,754,000 km²
  • Population: 39.17 million
  • Countries: 23
  • Languages: Many local languages

Data sources: Countryaah Official Site

Caribbean is meant the islands located east of the Central American mainland, well-known islands such as Jamaica, Cuba, the Bahamas and more. These islands have for a long time been very popular tourist destinations, because of their pleasant climate and beautiful beaches. The Caribbean is often called a little misleading to the Caribbean in Sweden, although it is true that the islands lie west of India.

Bahamas

  • Capital: Nassau
  • Population: 320,000 (2013)
  • Currency: Bahamian Dollar
  • Language: English
  • Country code for telephone: +1242

More than half of the workforce in the Bahamas works in the tourism industry, and this has produced results. In addition to the country having a near perfect climate – warm, but not too hot – there is also the infrastructure needed for sun-thirsty tourists who want to get the most out of their vacation.

Tourist in the Bahamas

Those who are looking for sun and beaches need not worry; it is abundant in the Bahamas, and if you want to practice various water sports such as scuba diving, snorkeling and windsurfing, the islands are also ideal for that. Besides the beaches and the water, the local food is also recommended, which is very good.

Mention must also be made of Castaway Cay, an island that Disney rented until 2096, and which has been turned into a “real” pirate island, complete with pirate ships and all.

Vaccination in the Bahamas

If you have previously visited a country where the yellow fever is present, a certificate of vaccination is required. Otherwise, vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended. If you stay longer than three weeks, vaccination against hepatitis B should also be considered and, in some cases, typhoid.

Barbados

  • Capital: Bridgetown
  • Population: 278,000 (2010)
  • Currency: Barbadian Dollar
  • Language: English
  • Country code for telephone: +1246

The island nation of Barbados is very small, actually smaller than Bornholm to the surface. But the island has been blessed with a very good climate which has made it a tourist destination known worldwide. The main attraction is of course the beaches and the sea, but there is also something else to discover on the little island.

Tourist in Barbados

For those who are looking for sun, swimming and other water activities, the southern and western coast of Barbados applies. There are a myriad of hotels of all sizes and classes – from giant luxury establishments to small family-owned hotels. The east coast of Barbados, on the other hand, is better suited for surfing.

Barbados also has a lot of nice churches for those who want to take a break from the beach life, as well as golf courses, gardens and much more to discover. The smallness of the island means that, in fact, you have the opportunity to explore the whole throughout a longer holiday.

Vaccination in Barbados

Vaccination against hepatitis A and, for longer stays, hepatitis B is recommended to all visitors. Typhoid vaccination can also be good for longer visits. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required if you have recently visited a country where the disease is present.

Curacao

  • Capital: Willemstad
  • Population: 153,000 (2013)
  • Currency: Antillean Guilder
  • Languages: Dutch, Papiamento and English
  • Country Code for Phone: +599

The island of Curaçao is an autonomous part of the Netherlands with great independence. As a result, an unusual number of tourists come from Europe to be in the Caribbean. Curacao suits anyone who enjoys everything that has to do with water on their vacation.

Tourist in Curaçao

Although Curaçao obviously has nice beaches and is great for those who want to sunbathe and swim, it is not primarily what usually attracts tourists to the island. It is instead its diving opportunities, which are almost unmatched. Coral reefs, sunken ships, underwater caves … for a diver there is much to see and discover in Curaçao, not to mention all exotic fish.

Vaccination in Curacao

Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended, as is hepatitis B for longer stays. Vaccination against typhoid may also be needed for those who intend to stay long, eat simple food and live with the locals. For those who have recently visited a country where the yellow fever is present, a certificate of vaccination is required to enter the country.

Dominican Republic

  • Capital: Santo Domingo
  • Population: 9.4 million (2010)
  • Currency: Dominican peso
  • Language: Spanish
  • Country code for telephone: +1809

The Dominican Republic makes up the eastern third of the island of Hispaniola, where the west is Haiti. The country has a history of conflict and instability, which has improved in recent times, with the result that it is now an attractive tourist destination.

Tourist in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic offers beautiful beaches and is perfect for beach holidays with its tropical climate. But there is much more to discover in the Republic, not least its many nature reserves with its astonishing nature. Another must-miss destination is the capital, Santo Domingo, one of the oldest cities not only in the Caribbean but North and South America, where parts date back to the 16th century.

Vaccination in the Dominican Republic

Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended to anyone visiting the country. For those who are going to stay longer, vaccination against hepatitis B should also be considered, and if you plan to eat easily and live with the local population even against typhoid.