The Caribbean is pockmarked with caves, holes and gorges - remnants of its geological past and now major tourist attractions for intrepids of all ages. Whether you’re a serious caver or just looking to brush up on your stalactite trivia, there’s a cool crevasse out there with your name on it. If nothing else, caves are a great way to beat the heat! These are our 5 favorites… (more…)

There are a lot of saints in the Caribbean - not of the virtuous kind, but their island namesakes. This month, our crop of villa additions has been particularly saintly, with St. Martin, St. Thomas, St. John and a few others bestowing on us new properties to enjoy. If you’re in the mood to worship - the sun and sea - check out these new villas in the "Saints"… (more…)

From exploring Mayan ruins to snorkeling in hidden caves, Mexico’s Riviera Maya has more to offer along its sunny strand than some countries. It’s great for light adventure or adrenaline junkies, twentysomethings to those with grandkids in tow. CW’s own Stephanie Farr recently spent some time touring the area. Here’s what she saw and what you should too…
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In Part 2 of 2 of our Riviera Maya trip report, Stephanie Farr lets us on in some villa secrets - like where you can stay and not see another soul, the best villas for the sleek and modern or those that want to host a BBQ by the sea.  Simply put, there’s a villa in the Riviera Maya for everyone; read on to find yours… (more…)

We don’t have villas on deserted islands, per se, though a few that come close. But there are some true absolutely uninhabited, Robinson Crusoe isles that you can visit within a quick boat ride of some of our more popular locations, and they make for great picnics, proposals or other private events. If you need to stay close to the deserted island (in)action, these are our Top 5 HQs… (more…)

June has been all about Mexico ’round these parts, with more new villas than we know what to do with. That’s where you come in. From Playa del Carmen to Puerto Vallarta, these homes are brimming with potential and bursting with good weeks still wide open… (more…)

Summer is the time when kids are most likely to tag along for the ride on your holidays around the world. But not all vacations are created equal, even in the Caribbean, especially when it comes to pleasing the little ones. If you want to keep the kids happy this summer, pack your 50 SPF sunblock and take them on these guaranteed-fun activities… (more…)