Christmas In The Caribbean? Why not!

Image: The Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman, one of many destinations as part of Exclusive Group Travel.  (Exclusive Group Travel)
Image: The Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman, one of many destinations as part of Exclusive Group Travel. (Exclusive Group Travel)
Bobbi Dempsey
by Bobbi Dempsey
Last updated: 7:00 AM ET, Sun December 11, 2016

A snowy holiday scene may look beautiful in a picture, but for a lot of people, the reality of trudging through sloppy melted snow and enduring frigid temperatures is not their idea of the best way to spend the holidays.

If you are among the many people who dream of escaping to a warm weather locale in the middle of winter to celebrate your holidays under sunny skies, the Caribbean may be the perfect solution for you.

The good news is, Exclusive Group Travel provides great travel options to virtually every area of the Caribbean. The even better news? There isn't a bad choice in the bunch.

Heading to this popular location doesn't mean you have to abandon holiday festivities and traditional highlights. This region has its own special Christmas traditions that you can embrace and enjoy discovering. There are celebrations galore, most of which involve upbeat music and delicious feasts of authentic local dishes. You can immerse yourself into a festive atmosphere of dancing, parades and lots of socializing. A great way to make new friends! In addition to great meals, you can also indulge in eggnog or other traditional drinks-or take the opportunity to sip a colorful cocktail on the beach.

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The exact details of the menu will vary by region. In some parts of the area, you can expect to enjoy pastelles, a special type of cornmeal pie. In other places, rum-soaked dried fruit is a holiday feast staple. A roasted pig or slow-cooked pork would also commonly be featured as part of a Caribbean holiday celebration. Some of the holiday events also include costumes or masquerade parties, where people put great effort into dressing up in impressive ensembles.

While the particular elements may be unique, a common thread you will find at each of these events is that people are happy to celebrate the holiday occasion with family, friends and new connections they have just met. There is an upbeat, cheerful spirit that adds to the warm feeling of a Caribbean holiday.

One of the great things about the Caribbean is the wide range of options it offers. This broad region is actually a treasure trove of specific destinations, each with their own unique character and offerings. You can choose from the Bahamas, Antigua, Aruba, Bermuda, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Turks and Caicos, Grand Cayman, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico and more.

No matter which destination you select, you can't go wrong. All of them promise to deliver a terrific vacation experience, one that will help you create unforgettable holiday memories. EGT also works with a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts, so they can offer plenty of options for your preferred destinations. That means you will be sure to find the perfect place to stay in the locale of your dreams.

It's not too late to make that holiday getaway a reality! There is still time, when you enlist the help of the travel specialists at Exclusive Group Travel.


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