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Calder's Top Travel Tips - Caribbean

Simon Calder is "the man who pays his way". He's been everywhere and he wants to help you have the best holiday. Ask Simon a question and listen to Simon Calder's Travel Clinic on Sundays from 2-4pm.

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Caribbean

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Where should i celebrate my wedding anniversary ?

It’s my 10 year wedding anniversary next February. We would like to go somewhere that is pretty luxurious, lovely beach, water and as guaranteed as possible, weather wise

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Best time for Caribbean cruise?

We were thinking of taking a Caribbean Cruise next year - perhaps May - and wondered when the best time for us to travel is.
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Where to go west in October?

We’re looking to go on a cruise in October, either to the Caribbean or to Panama. Would this be a good time of year to do this?
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Is Jamaica safe for a family holiday?

I want to take my family to Jamaica and would prefer a villa rather than a hotel. Where should we go and how safe will we be?
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Best Caribbean island in March?

I'd like to take my wife to the Caribbean for our wedding anniversary in March. Where should we go?
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What is it like in Bermuda?

My daughter has just moved to Bermuda for her job. Can you tell us what it will be like? She is in a flat 20 minutes from Hamilton.
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Is Aruba safe to visit?

I've booked to go to Aruba, but am now scared of the crime rate there. Is it safe for tourists to visit?
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Which is the best Caribbean island for beaches?

What is the best time to go to the Caribbean? And which island is best for a 5* hotel beach holiday?
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Where to go for a February honeymoon?

I'm getting married in February next year and wondered what your suggestions are for honeymoon destinations.
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Cheap way for Caribbean island hopping?

What is the cheapest way to get between two Caribbean islands? Flying is really expensive.
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All you wanted to know about Bermuda

All the information you wanted about Bermuda, the lovely volcanic outcrop in the north Atlantic.
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Who should I tour Cuba with?

Can you give me a good company to go on an escorted tour of Cuba, including Havana and Trinidad?
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Cheap deal to Tortola?

I want to go back to Tortola, but is seems expensive. Can I go there on the cheap?

 

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Dominican Republic in August?

Are you looking to go to the Dominican Republic in August? Simon urges caution.
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Where for an October honeymoon?

David was thinking of going to Santorini for his honeymoon, but Simon says Cuba is a safer bet in October.
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Direct flights to the Caribbean?

Why are some flights to St Maarten so much more expensive than others?
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When should I visit Cuba?

When and where is best to go in Cuba and how safe is the travel? Simon recommends hitching!
capetown-sml.jpg This listener wants to travel now - and it just needs to be somewhere hot!