Caribbean Weather this (July/August) Summer

Information on the weather in July/August in the Caribbean for all those who were planning on visiting one of the islands this Summer.

Temperature

July is actually cooler throughout the Caribbean than at some cities in the southern United States. The ocean helps moderate temperatures and allows the islands to avoid severe heat.
Ocean water temperatures in the Caribbean Sea average 81 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit during July.

Rain

The rainy season begins in July on islands in the eastern Caribbean. It rains 2 out of 3 days this month at Port of Spain in Trinidad, at Vieux Fort in Saint Lucia and at Lamentin in Martinique.
To the west, July brings a lull in rainfall. For Jamaica and Dominican Republic, July is the driest month of summer.

Hurricanes

Hurricanes are extremely rare during July in the Caribbean, although tropical storms sometimes reach Puerto Rico and islands to the east. No major hurricanes are expected in July. Caribbean weather in July: average daily temperature and monthly rainfall.

Should you be concerned about the rainy weather forecast?

While rain may be forecast every day, it's more likely to happen in short bursts rather than as sustained rainfall, and this means you may see a half-hour or more of rain every day, but usually only in the afternoon or evening. So it's entirely possible to have rain every day of your vacation but also have the rain not really affect you very much. Sometimes, you'll see an intense rainfall for a few minutes, and then the sun will come back out again for the rest of the afternoon.


What is the heat like in the Caribbean during the Summer?

It's definitely hot, but average temperatures are remarkably steady throughout the Caribbean over the course of the year. On most islands, if you are likely to see highs in the low- to mid-80s during the day in January, you are more likely to see highs in the mid- to upper 80s during the summer. But it's not unheard of to see highs in the 90s in the summer or highs in the low 70s during winter. (Water temperatures vary more noticeably than air temperatures.) You'll also find that larger cities (Santo Domingo, Kingston, Havana) are much hotter than the coastal areas, and that coastal areas are hotter than the inland areas that are higher in elevation. The constant trade winds help keep temperatures bearable all year even when the weather is hottest, but they are stronger in the winter season.

Is travel insurance necessary for my Caribbean Trip?

Travel insurance usually only pays off when a hurricane occurs during the dates of your vacation. Look for a policy that allows you to cancel for any reason; these are expensive but will give you the greatest amount of flexibility to make new plans if a major or minor storm threatens your vacation. Before you buy expensive travel insurance, see what kind of guarantee your tour packager or hotel offers. Some places offer a so-called "hurricane guarantee"; if your resort or packager offers this, then you may not want to buy an additional policy. However, these guarantees don't help you if you just get plain old-fashioned rain for a week and not a hurricane or tropical storm, and this happens from time to time regardless of the season.

Travelling to Europe from the Caribbean

Travelling to Europe from the Caribbean.

Some time ago 8 Caribbean countries have been chosen to travel to Europe without a visa. This is great news as many in the Caribbean have a great admiration for the land that once governed most of the islands originally. This is for every category of traveler, whether work or play, only to the Schengen parts of the country. This would allow for more business opportunities and tourism opportunities for all parties involved.



The eight Caribbean countries that are now allowed to travel to the Schengen parts of Europe VISA FREE are:

• Trinidad and Tobago
• St. Vincent and the Grenadines
• St. Lucia
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Dominica
• Barbados Bahamas
• Grenada
• Saint Kitts and Nevis

So, we have compiled a must see list places to visit while touring Europe:

1. The Azores

The genesis of the Azores is found upon 1766 volcanoes, nine of which are still active. Underground, almost three hundred volcanic cavities, including caves, ravines and cracks, have been surveyed. The landscape is filled with dry calderas, craters lakes, fumaroles and thermal water springs. In the sea, there are submarine geothermal springs. The mountain of Pico, majestic and with an intact cone, appears to be protecting all this geological wealth.

The volcanism of the archipelago impresses for its diversity and creates its own magnetism. It is a witness to the power of Nature, and the basis for a very special experience.

2. Hallstatt

The picturesque village on the lake with the same name owes its existence to the rich deposit of salt in the mountain of Hallstatt. 7000 years ago. Rich findings in Hallstatt and the upper valley of Hallstatt gave this village international recognition; even today discoveries are still made in the salt mountain of Hallstatt.  

Among the most beautiful places of interest are the oldest salt mine in the world and the ossuary in Hallstatt, a romantic boat ride on Lake Hallstatt, a trip to the breathtaking cave world in Obertraun and a visit to the Lake Gosau with the mighty Dachstein glacier. Additionally, Bad Goisern is popular in the summer with hikers and bikers. In winter guests are lured in by the ski areas of Dachstein West in Gosau and the Ski and Freeride Arena in neighboring Obertraun with perfect slope conditions.

3. Bonifacio

Bonifacio offer two seas for the price of one!

Unusually, Bonifacio allows you to swim in the Mediterranean Sea (West side) and in the Tyrrhenian Sea (East side).

With 70 km of coasts and 120 km if we include the islands of the Archipelago of Lavezzi, Bonifacio offers a complete collection of all the possible types of beaches: sandy beaches, hidden coves, islands of all sizes and other idyllic locations are available for spending vacations.

4. The Mont Saint-Michel

The 'Wonder of the Western World' forms a tower in the heart of an immense bay invaded by the highest tides in Europe. 

It was at the request of the Archangel Michel chief of the celestial militia that Aubert, Bishop of Avranches built and consecrated a small church on the 16th October 709. In 966 a community of Benedictines settled on the rock at the request of the Duke of Normandy and the pre-Romanesque church was built before the year one thousand.

UNESCO has classed the Mont Saint-Michel as a world heritage in 1979 and this mecca of tourism welcomes more than three million visitors a year.

5. Tuscany

Tuscany is located in central Italy and stretches from the Apennines to the Tyrrhenian Sea. 

Its landscape, artistic heritage and stand-out cities - first among them Florence - make Tuscany an unquestioned protagonist of international tourism.

6. The Douro Valley

The Douro Valley could as easily be called the enchanted valley, such is the beauty and magic that its landscapes offer.

Departing from Porto, where the river flows into the sea and where the Douro wines (table wines and Port wine), produced on its hillsides, also end up, there are various ways to get to know this cultural landscape, listed as a World Heritage Site: by road, by train, on a cruise boat and even by helicopter.

Following a route between the viewpoints that offer the best vistas, you need to cross the river from north to south and back again. But along the way you can admire breathtaking landscapes over the river and visit vineyards, towns and villages until you reach Miranda do Douro, the point at which the river enters Portugal.

7. The Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands are the hidden gem of the Scandinavian countries. To a lot of people they are unknown, to others they are this excotic destination in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. With the increasing tendency to seek north for new destinations we believe that the Faroe Islands are the perfect choice for the selective traveler.

8. The Dolomites

The Dolomites are considered one of the largest wellness centres in the world, because you can enjoy yourself a general well-feeling of body and mind. Relax yourself while taking in the breathtaking views of peaks and valleys, breathe in the crystal clear alpine air, bask in the warm sunshine next to turquoise lakes at the foot of inspiring mountains. 

9. The Hallerbos Forest

The 7 to 10 days following the blossoming of the beech leaves are the most beautiful in the wood. The purple blue of the bluebells combined with the transparent bright green of the young beech leaves give a magical effect to the forest. The sunlight still reaches the flowers through the leaf canopy, but a little less each day.

10. The Lofoten Islands

Lofoten is known for excellent fishing and nature attractions, small villages off the beaten track and whale safaris.

Explore Lofoten by foot, go rafting in the Trollfjord and visit Lofotr Viking Museum. Taste stockfish and be amazed by the midnight sun. Experience the bird rocks outside the island of Røst and the cosy fishing village in Nusfjord.

Must read and follow travel blogs

We don't know what you have been doing lately, but we have been basically stalking and obsessing over travelling. 

The greatest hobby of millennials and those in admiration of them, if you haven't been bit by the travel bug yet, you soon will be. Our obsession led us to several noted and absolutely stunning websites and blogs online that make you feel basically like your wasting your life away and should sell all your belongings and purchase a one way ticket all around the world. (If only it were that easy) 

So, we have decided to share these travelers and their blogs with you, and hopefully spread some inspiration. But, watch out now, you might get bit by the travel bug.

• Suitcase Stories Blog - This dynamic couple has been travelling for more than 5 years at this point and is over 35 years plus. Remember that thing I mentioned above about quitting your day job and selling all your stuff and travelling the world....well, surprise these people actually had the balls to do it. And they have been winning ever since. On their website Suitcase Stories you can learn how you can do the same if you have a similar dream of travelling the world. And the bonus with this couple is they teach you how to do so in absolute luxury. 

• A luxury Travel Blog - This guy and his team are killing the game. He has an amazing site as well called A Luxury Travel Blog that is simply dripping with the most luxurious travel information you could ever need. The owner Mr. Paul Johnson has the travel industry at his feet, as he and his team has been in it for quite some time and served them well with their insightful blogs and stunning photography and forthcoming reviews. With 25 years under his belt, he has proven to be quite the go to person in the luxury travel industry. This site has been featured everywhere worth reading since 2006. Chances are you already know about this site, but in the rare event that you don't, please we urge you to check it out. We promise it would be quite the helping hand, when planning your next luxurious getaway.

• The Budget Savvy Travelers (Audrey and Harry) - What a eccentric and comedic couple. We absolute love the off kilter style of their website's blog posts. They bring you travel prospective in a fashion that has never been portrayed by other travelers. Quite a relate-able pair their site Budget Savvy Travelers is more targeted to the average traveler, looking for a good time in an affordable manner. Reading their adventures and receiving their advice is like having a travel buddy that you have known forever, which to us is quite enjoyable. They have only been on the road for 2 years now, but have a lot to show for it and a decent amount of advice riddled with inviting humor to share. Definitely, worth a binge reading session or 3....!

• Independent Couple (Radoslav and Barbara Cajkovic) - A young, savvy and artistic pair, these 2 are yet another unique portrayal of the world, from the eyes of millennial minded, independent thinkers. Showing a deeper look into the experience of travelling the world, along with a more in-depth look into each culture they interact with. If you are looking for more than just helpful travel advice and would like also a more soulful approach to the diversity of cultures that encompass the world these young people will take you their through their own individual eyes in a thought provoking way. Their site The Independent Couple.

• The Nomadic Tribes - This couple brings to the table with or without intention (a more romantic vibe) sprinkled with the I've known you forever and still love the crap out of you kind of love that we all secretly admire. They are professionals at the travel and writing game, but to be quite honest we just love them for the flair of romance they bring. Their site The Nomadic Tribes brings to the table quite a bit of adventure to our delight. Give them a read if only to be transported by their captivating literature while on their travel journeys.

Now we will stop here for the moment, but, there are many more to be added on. We don't want to shove it all down your throat at once. So, go have a long gander at the above suggested sites and be sure to come back to see who we have added to the list.

Cheers,

Best travel gear on the market (Top 20)

Want to know what are some of the best travel gear on the market. Keep reading below and find out. For more in-depth information on the products shown, click on them!

So, if you travel a lot and don't own at least 3 of the items listed below. We honestly don't know how you get through it. We have referenced the best, and the most experienced travelers to help the up and coming budding travel enthusiasts be much better prepared for every scenario in the most efficient way with the list above. 

From the fold-able hangers, to the mosquito prevention hand bands, to the passport and ticket holder, the portable steamer, the wrinkle release downy spray, universal charger port, the product and shower organizer, the Burt Bee's travel kit, the travel journal, the disposable urinal, the electronics travel pouch, inflatable travel pillows, blow up foot rest for kids, the travel pods plus the delicious travel sweets.

These are definitely (unanimously voted) as the top must have travel products.

And we won't bore you with too much chatter about them, simply click on the product for all the info you will need.

You're welcome,

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Top five (5) islands you must travel to in the Caribbean

Don't get us wrong, all of the Caribbean Islands are worth seeing and experiencing at least once in your life. However, we have boiled it down a bit further to bring to you the absolute must travel too guide....you know for in the cases where someone is sponsoring it all and they asked you to choose 5.....(Laugh out Loud) lol....

So here goes our choices for the top five (5) must travel to islands in the Caribbean in no order...

St. Lucia

One of the Caribbean's not so hidden jewels, it is located in the eastern part of the Caribbean Sea and holds many great treasures and pleasures for the island traveler. Some of St Lucia's treasure are the coral reefs, volcanic cliffs, ice blue waters, exotic fish, breath taking mountain escape just to name a few. But, if you are looking to party the day and night away St. Lucia Carnival is where it's at or maybe you would prefer St. Lucia Jazz festival. It's up to you, but no matter the need St. Lucia can provide an exotic and luxurious fix.

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Turks and Caicos

Ahh, Turks and Caicos islands, the 40 little pearls of the Caribbean, however only eight (8) of which are inhabited. The archipelago is perfect for the US traveler, it themes with luxury from restaurant to hotel from one isle to the other. Looking for a get away with an island vibe, not too much hassle and that is tourist friendly. this is the one for you.

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BVI

One of the top yachting destinations in the Caribbean, the BVI also known as the Virgin Islands is essentially British owned land located in the Caribbean. The inhabited four isles posses adventure for any type of traveler. Whether you are looking for a tour of the islands, or you would just like to wind things down and visit the several galleries and museums each island can accommodate your needs well. Maybe you would prefer adventurous activities, diving, fishing, hiking, everything. The BVI is also one of the top wedding destinations in the Caribbean. We suggest you pay any of these beautiful islands a visit soon, you will be glad you did.

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Jamaica

Usually one of the first islands to be named on the lips of most travelers. Jamaica is no stranger to most, with it's lush rain forests and large stunning beaches, Jamaica has alot more hidden treasures to behold. Do it all while drinking it's local island beer and spirits, jamming out to it's soulful and vibrant local reggae music, and licking your fingers to it's mouth watering local jerk cuisine. Loads of adventure, tour and relaxation awaits in the rambunctious isle of Jamaica. With the warmth and friendliness of it's natives, it will feel like a home away from home.

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Antiga

Antigua also known as Wadadli by the natives is located in the West Indies and is the sister isle to Barbuda. Antigua is one of the world's premier choices in Caribbean getaways today. It features a number of stunning attractions, not limited to Sailing week one of the world's most famous, as well as it's stunning natural coral reefs and resort hideaways. It is the sunniest of the Caribbean islands with constant winds and very little rainfall. If you are feeling extra adventurous you can visit the uninhabited isle of Redonda home to Antigua's nature preserve. With such great weather, inviting landscape and accommodating natives, this isle is one of those rare gems to just pack your bags and getaways to anytime of year for sure relaxation and adventure.

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