Tripology.com Travel Articles Tagged as "jamaica"

Jamaica Background and Facts

12/18/2007 03:12 p.m.
Flag: Background: The island - discovered by Christopher COLUMBUS in 1494 - was settled by the Spanish early in the 16th century. The native Taino Indians, who had inhabited Jamaica for centuries, were gradually exterminated, replaced by African slaves. England seized the island in 1655 and a plantation economy - ... Read More

Making The Most Of Your Cruise

Hal Licino -- 08/22/2007 06:08 a.m.
A cruise is a considerable investment in your recreation and thus you should be able to derive the maximum benefit. Seasoned cruisers have learned some valuable lessons that deserve to be passed on.• Check for a deal on an outside room, possibly with an external veranda. You will be able ... Read More

The Top 5 Cruising Destinations

Hal Licino -- 08/22/2007 06:08 a.m.
The Western Caribbean is the number one cruising destination, outstripping the next three combined at 43.2% of all cruising. This region's proximity to Florida is its main positive attribute, as well as the splendour of some of the most common ports of call, such as Grand Cayman, the Dominican Republic, ... Read More