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Watch the premiere of the History Channel's "True Pirates of the Caribbean" on July 9th! Beres Hammond, Jamaican Crooner
Beres Hammond is a master of music, across the genres of soul, rhythm and blues, and reggae.
A Christmas in Jamaica
Jamaica is a mostly Christian nation, so it enjoys the celebrations of Christmas. Learn more about the traditions of Christmas in Jamaica. An Introduction to the Caribbean
A brief introduction to the dynamics of Caribbean culture. Anguilla
This Caribbean island is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles. Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua is known as "the heart of the Caribbean" islands. Aruba
The westernmost of the Caribbean islands, Aruba is only 18 miles off the coast of Venezuela and 42 miles west of Curacao. It has one of the highest rates of repeat visitors anywhere in the Caribbean. Aruba
Aruba lies 15 miles from the coast of Venezuela. Bahamas
These coral islands are the United State's closest Caribbean neighbors. Barbados
The Caribbean's Easternmost island. Belize
Belize lies on the Caribbean rim in Central America, between Guatemala and Mexico. Bermuda
Bermuda is an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, consisting of seven main islands and islets lying about 650 miles east of North Carolina.
Bob Marley [offsite link]
A great biography of the famous Jamaican musician. BobMarley.com [offsite link]
The official site for Bob Marley information contains news, biographical information, music and more. Bonaire
One of the ABC Islands of the Netherlands Antilles, Bonaire lies 30 miles from Curacao, 86 miles east of Aruba and 50 miles north of Venezuela, outside of the hurricane belt.
Book Review - Hue Boy
A sweet children's book about a little boy who discovers that he is not "too small" at all. Book Review - One Smiling Grandma
This sweet counting book is a great read for small children. Caribbean Land & Property  [offsite link]
On this site you can search through listings including houses, lots, villas and vacation homes for sale. Now is the time to invest in a tropical home or villa, prices are doubling annually in some regions of the Caribbean. Cayman Islands
Grand Cayman, the largest of the three Cayman Islands, lies 480 miles south of Miami. Doctors Cave Beach Hotel [offsite link]
Secluded, but near the airport and Montego Bay. Fine Caribbean Craft Magazine [offsite link]
Fine Caribbean Craft offers a fresh new look at Craft which originates in the Caribbean Region and offers great inspiration to readers by presenting craft projects which emphasize Caribbean Themes and indigenous raw materials in finished products. The site has a small online shop selling the products featured in the articles, and a few recipes. Gallerie Antoinette Jean : Haitian Art Gallery in Paris [offsite link]
Displays some of the best contemporary painters of Haiti. The site is quite heavy with graphics but worth a visit if you like paintings. Unfortunately the English section has a lot of broken links. Grenada - The Spice Island
Can Grenada's nutmeg industry recover from Hurricane Ivan's damage? Haiti and Voodoo
For many, Haiti and Voodoo (or Vodou) are closely mixed. Haiti is the birthplace of voodoo, but it has many other cultural aspects as well. Introduction to the Caribbean
Jamaican Christmas Music
Just about every reggae great has put out Christmas hits, and these are very popular on the island during the winter months. Jamaican National Library [offsite link]
A great source of material about Jamaica, with collections on all native subjects. Jamaican Posters and Art
Looking for great posters to decorate your room or office? Here are some lovely selections! Jamaican Public Holidays [offsite link]
A list of the public holidays in Jamaica with a description of each. Jimmy Cliff - Jamaican Artist
Jimmy Cliff is a well known Jamaican artist who influenced the reggae scene for decades. June is Caribbean American Heritage Month
Efforts are underway to make June 2006 the United States' first official Caribbean American Heritage Month. Junkanoo!
Check out the Official Junkanoo Website!
Neville Murray [offsite link]
Rich colors and local scenery highlight this painterīs works. No Title
In order to understand the political and social dynamics of the Caribbean, itīs useful to have an awareness of how the islands are divided by linguistic blocs.
Prehistory of the Caribbean Culture Area
Prehistory of the Caribbean Culture Area
Rose Garden Hotel [offsite link]
Located in Mammee Bay, this hotel is known for its roses. Soca Warriors will play in FIFA 2006 World Cup
Trinidad and Tobago's soccer team is enroute to the 2006 World Cup in Germany. Sorrel - Jamaican Holiday Drink
Sorrel is the traditional drink in Jamaica for the holidays. Swept Away Resort  [offsite link]
This lovely beachside resort features small cabins and romantic settings. The Golden Age of Piracy
An overview of piracy in the Caribbean. The Music of Bob Marley
If you're a fan of Bob Marley, check out these CDs of his stirring reggae music! The Origin of Calypso Music
Calpso lies in the musical heart of Trinidad and Tobago. Trenchtown, Jamaica
Much of reggae music, especially that of Bob Marley, revolves around Trenchtown. What is this area of Jamaica, and what is its significance? Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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