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Hurricane Season in the Caribbean lasts from June 1 through November 30,
but it's rare to see a large storm in either June or November. Most
major hurricanes occur between August and October, with the peak season
usually being September. We are her to help guide you and assist you
with planning your vacation during this period. We've included
several nifty travel tips that you might find useful when planning
your Summer or Fall vacation getaway.
Avoiding the Storms:
When planning a trip to the Caribbean during
Hurricane Season, keep in mind that hurricanes are less likely the
further south you go. The ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao) as
well as Trinidad and Tobago are rarely hit by hurricanes, though all
have been hit by them in the past. Similarly, the islands of Barbados
and St. Vincent---as well as the islands below them---are statistically
less likely to experience a major hurricane; however, as Grenada
discovered in 2004 with Hurricane Ivan, never say never where hurricanes
are concerned.
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for more hurricane-safe destinations.
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Always
purchase a travel
protection plan, especially if you are going to a
hurricane-prone area.
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Consider a guided or escorted tour, especially if you haven't been to the country
before. These tours normally have an experienced guide and a motor coach
which is capable of evacuating you out of the weather-stricken
area.
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Pay with a credit card -- it's easier to work out the refund if you have
to cancel or change plans. In addition, you might want to consider
increasing the available balance on your credit card just as a
backup if you get stuck on your tour. Also purchase travelers
checks.
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Why not pack your cellular phone!!
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Remember to leave your hotel address and telephone with friends
and families. Provide them with as much information about your
travel plans and itinerary.
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Weigh all the costs before making a decision about a vacation
destination, and don't be afraid to ask your travel agent for his or her
suggestion.
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Use a travel agent to plan and book your trip. If something goes wrong,
you have someone to advocate for you. Use a
travel agent who
can advocate on their behalf.
Try to Avoid the Storms:
Track hurricanes online with weather websites during the season. Some
good sites include:
The National Weather Service - National Hurricane Center
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Hurricane & Storm Tracking for the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans
http://hurricane.terrapin.com
Hurricane News and Information
http://www.hurricanetrack.com
Weather.com Tropical Storm Center
http://www.weather.com/newscenter/tropical/
USEFUL TRAVEL WEB SITE
Health Crisis - Worldwide Check
Travel Warnings
Online Passport & VISA Applications
Passports, VISAs, and Travel Advisories
Airport Status
Currency Conversion
Weather
OANDA, The Currency Site
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Provides currency and foreign exchange
rates to investors, travelers, and online
businesses.
http://www.oanda.com/
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