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Caribbean for Visitors/Questions Answered by Expert John Crandall
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Travelling alone | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I am a 27 year old man who wants to travel to the Caribbean in January. I have travelled alone in ... A: Hey Francis, how are you? Just wanted you to know I just got back into town and read your email last ... | |
| travel | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: John, Your response to Marc was some of the most informative I've found. I'm in a similar ... A: ..I do have one place that I think of quite often that I think is a phenomenal place in the ... | |
| Honeymoon advice :) | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: My fiance and I are seriously considering the Carribean as our honeymooon destination. We are from ... A: ..nice hearing from you in the UK. St.Lucia is gorgeous and with good reason. They call it ... | |
| all inclusive | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I would like to find an all-inclusive resort that offers fresh seafood, a great beach {as Negril} ... A: ..First, let me apologize for the delay. There was a glitch in my email service for which there was ... | |
| weather tips | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: thinking to take a cruise around end Sept 20th or so....in the caribean , what would the weather be ... A: Jackie...I would reconsider. September and October is peak hurricane season in the Caribbean. Though ... | |
| rental villas in Cayman Islands | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: In June we are planning on having a family getaway. This will consist of 8 adults and 6 children. ... A: ..First, please accept my apology. I was out of town and just returned home from the Caribbean. I'm ... | |
| Travel Insurance for sailors | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: My aunt and myself will be traveling around the carribean islands in a couple of months, no set ... A: Kayleigh...If you are sailing on a regular cruise line then I recommend purchasing the insurance ... | |
| When to travel?! | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: It seems that we are hesistant about when to take a cruise around the bahamas: Early/Mid December or ... A: To tell you the truth, I usually head to the Caribbean in January (cruising from Fort Lauderdale to ... | |
| Thinking of Moving... | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: John, I saw another response of yours while browsing and thought I'd pose this question for you. ... A: The first order of business is to reside in a location outside the hurricane belt. Peace of mind is ... | |
| Thinking of Moving... | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: John, I saw another response of yours while browsing and thought I'd pose this question for you. ... A: Hey Marc, I have had many questions posed similar to yours and my response is always pretty ... | |
| wheather information | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: we are going to the Dominican Republic, in Bavaro on the 25/8 for 7 days. we have been told that ... A: Hey Kon, Like anywhere in the Caribbean, the weather this time a year is very unpredictable. ... | |
| Carribaen weather | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: My wife and I are considering traveling to the Carribean -- more specifically, Turks and Caicos, ... A: Hurricane season in the Caribbean is June - November. It doesn't mean you won't have good weather. ... | |
| Moving to the Caribbean | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I'm married with 2 sons and we live in Europe, we want to move to the Caribbean after few years, ... A: Honestly, this is a very difficult question to answer and truly involves a life decesion. Though ... | |
| dominican republic | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: Thinking of going on holiday to dome republic to riu hotel which is best north or south end of sept ... A: The best advice I can provide you with is...Stay away from Punta Cana. Your best bet is Puerto ... | |
| All Inclusive Seafood Resort | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: My family and I want to plan an All Inclusive vacation. I am looking for a beach front resort, but ... A: Hey Ryan, This is a tough question to answer. Though I know many wonderful all-inclusive hot ... | |
| Carribean Cruise | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I want to enjoy a fun cruise to the Caribbean to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We ... A: This is a tough choice to make considering both shipd are great. However, if I had to choose it ... | |
| honeymoon | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: John, I am planning a honeymoon for June of this year, with the preferred destination being ... A: ..First of all, congratulations! You get to join the many of us in our own institution. (LOL) ... | |
| turks and caicos and st lucia | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: would you happen to know how one would travel by aeroplane from st lucia to parrott cay turks and ... A: First...I would consult the agent your dealing with to book this type of Caribbean vacation. ... | |
| US Virgin Islands | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: As a US citizen, do I need a valid passport to travel to the US Virgin Islands? A: ..This link will help you with all your document inqueries. http://www.traveldocs.com/vi/er.htm If ... | |
| relocating to Belize | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: My wife and i are looking to move to Belize or another Caribbean destination. We are just starting ... A: How are you Paul? Since relocating is a huge move in itself I would consider another destination. ... | |
| Weather in the Caaribean | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: What is the typical weather like in the Caribbean during November and December--average temperature, ... A: Hey Tony...Hurricane season is June through November. However, it is still hit or miss during those ... | |
| Info on Turks&Caicos | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: John, my question is about the Turks & Caicos. This destination I've been hearing a lot about as of ... A: Will...I can definitely identify with you on this. Here is another affordable resort thats a little ... | |
| Info on Turks&Caicos | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: John, my question is about the Turks & Caicos. This destination I've been hearing a lot about as of ... A: ..Here's a simple answer to a simpleBeaches Resort!!! (All-Inclusive) March, April & May would be an ... | |
| Safe island for teen boys to travel alone | 5/6/2007 |
| Q: My grandson will be graduating soon and wants to go to the Caribbean for a graduation present. ... A: ..Thats a very good question Andie. However, I'm not so sure you will like my answer. See, the ... | |
| Best Caribbean Island in September | 4/20/2007 |
| Q: what Island(s) are the safest choice for a Caribbean vacation in September? ANSWER: Hi Scott. ... A: That would be Aruba my friend. One of few islands out of the hurricane belt. Aruba is my second ... | |
| Best Caribbean Island in September | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: what Island(s) are the safest choice for a Caribbean vacation in September? A: Honestly, there are several islands that come to mind concerning safety. First, you need to know ... | |
| weather | 1/20/2007 |
| Q: We are taking a cruise to Western Caribbean either beginning of Nov or late Nov. Will the weather be ... A: ..Early November is the very tale end of hurricane season in the Caribbean. This doesn't necessarily ... | |
John Crandall
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Expertise
Any question concerning all islands in the caribbean except Grand Cayman & Jamaica. I have many available resources and answers to your questions concerning the caribbean, cruises, and ports of call. I specialize in cruises to the Caribbean, island entertainment and hot spots to venture out and see and enjoy. I also can answer any questions concerning island safety.
Experience
Independent Travel Agent w/ CLIA & IATA Certifications. Vast experience traveling to the Caribbean.
Publications
Actually in the process of writing an introduction to crusing handbook for first-time cruisers.
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