Juicy, Juicy Mangoes

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It's mango season and mango lovers of the Caribbean rejoice!

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photo taken from: greenearthproduce.us

This fleshy fruit, which is actually a native of South and Southeast Asia, is beloved in the Caribbean and the world over. Antigua even holds an annual Mango Festival held by the local tourism board that is now in it's tenth year of celebration.

 Maybe we've got a bit of a bias at Caribbean Traveller but mangoes just seem to taste better when they're from the Caribbean and in the spirit of this season we're sharing a full menu of some of our favorite recipes that feature this beloved fruit.

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Dessert: Mango Cheesecake.


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Our mouths are already watering. Each recipe can be executed by even the inexperienced cook with relative ease so please do try them at home and happy eating!
What do you think about our menu items?
What is your favorite mango recipe?

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Crop Over Fever

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A band about to present costumes for judging on Grand Kadooment Day

Every summer, Barbados beckons hundreds of travellers and returning citizens to its shores to enjoy its major cultural festival Crop Over. The festival, which generally runs for about six weeks, honors a 200 year-old tradition of celebrating the end of the sugar cane harvest season. Not just about costumes and revelry, the season includes culture fairs, activities for the children, culinary face-offs, fine art exhibitions and a long line-up of events.


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According to BTMI Director in the US, Petra Roach, the excitement for the festival grows yearly and of the experience, "the color, vibrancy and absolute happiness on people's faces is utterly contagious - whether it is sailing aboard a Jolly Roger cruise, attending the Pic-O-De-Crop finals or painting on eye-catching designs for Foreday Morning - there is truly something for everyone."

Now in its final week of activity, the island has just had the grand finale. 

An action packed weekend that culminated with the finals of the local kaiso competition. Later the same night, there was the increasingly popular Foreday Morning Jam, which is a nighttime paint masquerade that can serve as a teaser for the much bigger party to come, and the new Caesar's Army: AM Bush jouvert event that was heavily patronized. The next major event on the roster is usually Cohobblopot but this year a massive 1Love concert featuring Machel Montano took over. Patrons have provided rave reviews on the concert though the rain fell heavily. Those who were not deterred by the showers enjoyed a surprise performance by the Bajan superstar, Rihanna.
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Rihanna enjoying Crop Over 2015 with the Zulu International band

On the last official day of festivities there is Grand Kadooment, masquerade bands parade the streets in a sea of colour and to celebrate another year of life and prosperity for the country. 

As the 2015 Party Monarchs would tell you, it's one day where 'All Ah We' can come together as one people and enjoy the 'Party Ah De Year'.


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Luxury with A Difference at Oualie Beach Resort

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Located on arguably one of the best beaches in the world where the water is so crystal clear that you could see the gem in your toe-ring, Oualie Beach Resort commendably provides 'green' four star accommodation in Nevis without the usual pretentiousness that generally accompanies luxury hotels.
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One of the gingerbread houses of Oualie Beach Resort


Start your vacation with a relaxing trip across from St Kitts via water taxi. It is more expensive than the public ferry but the view and the convenience of landing right on the shores of Oualie Bay makes it well worth it.You'll find that the rooms and facilities are well-appointed and the atmosphere is quite casual and welcoming so it's very easy to settle in. 

 We'd like to give a special mention to Nakida, Deirdre Ann and Baron who took very good care of us during our visit. Though the entire staff must be credited for their friendliness and willingness to make your visit a good one. Within a few days, the whimsical charm of the resort actually begins to inspire dreams of living there permanently. 

 The resort advertises a deep commitment to eco-tourism practices and to the exploratory guest the evidence that they are dedicated to the cause is quite apparent with their clever recycling ideas, composting practices, energy use policies and smart use of solar energy. The owner, Mr. John Yearwood can occasionally be spotted around the property always with a warm smile to share and, on most Tuesday nights, a guitar in hand.


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Oualie Beach is perfectly set up to watch the sun set behind St Kitts

How could you not fall in love with the family atmosphere amongst the unassuming gingerbread houses on the beach? Or waking up to a sun-kissed beach then ending the day with the breathtaking view of the sunset across The Narrows?

 Maybe, you would just like to know that your stay is making a difference beyond simple profit.

 In any regard, if you're planning a trip to Nevis then Oualie Beach Resort is definitely worth your travel dollars. Experience the true magic in the natural serenity of Nevis at a resort that truly cares.
Watch the video below for a sneakpeek of what can be in store on your next vacation.






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The Official Blog for CaribbeanTraveller.com

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CaribbeanTraveller.com is an initiative by Fun 'N' Sun Publishing Inc.; a Barbados-based company established in December 1992 with the desire to bring the people of the Caribbean closer together. 

Out of that desire, CaribbeanTraveller.com was created to showcase the Caribbean as 'The Greatest Destination on Earth' and share our love for these islands in the sun with the world.


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