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TEST 1: Carribean & Mexico- General Caribbean Factso Windward Islands – islands that are hit by winds that sweep across the Atlantic (toward the South Caribbean)o Leeward Islands – islands that are sheltered from the Atlantic winds (more northern)o Greater Antilles Cayman Islands, Cuba, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Jamaicao Lesser Antilles  EVERYTHING ELSEo ABC Countries & their native language Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao Speak “Papiamento”, a mixture of many different languageso The US Virgin Islands were bought from Denmark in 1917o Climate Extremely stable Gets cooler in January & February June through November is hurricane seasono Islands consist of many different cultures Ex. Spain, France, England, Holland, Denmark, Sweden- Bermuda  World’s most northerly group of CORAL islandso Cities to Know Hamilton- Capital; little nightlife, casinos or beaches; largest city St. George - Original capital; pubs, restaurants, shopso Other places of interest  Aquarium, perfume factory o ALSO KNOWN FOR GOLF- The Bahamas  Chain of about 2,400 keys and 700 coral islands  Tourism centered in Freeport, Nassau (Paradise Island) & Out Islandso New Providence - Major cruise destination Nassau - Capital Paradise Island - Great hotels, home of the Atlantis Resort  Cable Beach - Site of more development & casinos  Festivals - Goombayo Celebrated July until August; includes beach parties, sports & folk showso Grand Bahama Island  Only 60 miles from Florida 2nd most popular travel destinationo Out Islands  Bimini – big game fishing capital of the world  Eleuthera – upscale resorts  Andros – largest island, mostly uninhabited- The Greater Antilles o Cayman Islands  3 Main islands: Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, Little Cayman known as underwater capital of the Caribbean flat coral islands George Town- Capital; busy port - Atlantis Submarine Excursion- Million Dollar Month – fishing tournament in June  Seven Mile Beach- Condos, hotels, shopping, diving KNOWN FOR DIVING- Sting Ray City – swimmimg and diving with sting rays- The North Wall dive off Grand Cayman has a drop to theocean bedo Jamaica Most populous English-speaking country in Caribbean Tourism in North Capital and business located in the South Kingston - Capital (formerly Port Royal) Port Antonio - east of island surrounded by Blue Mountains  Ocho Rios- Dunn’s River Falls, 75% of cruise ships arrive here Montego Bay - International airport, major hotels  Negril- Westernmost point, fine beacheso Dominican Republic  Located on East side of Hispaniola (2nd largest island in Caribbean) Santo Domingo - Capital; no beaches; active nightlife, casinos; historic center Resort Areas- La Romnana (Casa de Campo located here), Punta Cana, Puerto Plata o Puerto Rico Became American after Spanish-American War  Casablanca – “White House” El Convento Hotel  San Juan - Capital- Old San Juan founded in 1521- El Morro fortress; casinos Other places of interest - El Yunque – only tropical rainforest under US jurisdiction - Ponce is 2nd largest city - Rio Camuy Cave Park – largest cave system in the world - The Leeward Islands (The Lesser Antilles)o US Virgin Islands  Consists of St. Thomas, St. Croix & St. John  Ruled by Denmark for 300 years, sold to US in 1917 St. Thomas is known for DUTY FREE SHOPPINGo British Virgin Islands  Approximately 60 islands, only 15 inhabited Road Town is the major port  70% OF THE TOURISM IS SAILING. ITS VERY IMPORTANTo Anguilla excellent beaches, good sailing, stylish hotels, sailboats British dependencyo St. Martin/St. Maarten St. Martin is dependent of France- Known for DINING & major medical school St. Maarten (Netherlands Antilles) is dependent of Holland- Known for CASINOSo St. Barthelemy (St. Barts) Small rocky island  Belonged to Sweden  Luxurious hotels & gourmet restaurants o Saba Part of Netherlands Antilles The Bottom - Capital; located at bottom of a volcanic crater - Lodging is limited- Premier SCUBA destinationo St Kitts & Nevis  England’s mother colony in the Caribbean  Golf, restaurants, hotels, small casinoo Antigua & Barbuda English background Together, they are one independent country  Largest Leeward island  SAILING is big- The Windward Islands (The Lesser Antilles)o Martinique  Northernmost of Windward Islands Flagship of French culture in the Caribbean Busy cruise port o St. Lucia British; great mountain scenery  Interior is rain forest Beaches full of black volcanic sando St. Vincent & the Grenadines Became British in 1783 Capital is Kingston (NOT a typo) Known for yacht charters, idyllic beaches & luxury resorts witha distinct European flavor o Grenada  “Spice Island” – leading producer of nutmeg oldest rum plant in the Caribbean  was under French & British rule for many years beautiful beaches; gardens & many spice shops o Barbados  Capital is Bridgetown History closely tied with English and sugar fortunes George Washington visited when tourism began in the 18th century  “Crop Over Festival”- held during last week in July- half of visitors arrive on cruise ships - known for beautiful architecture, plantations, extensive caverns & surfing- Islands off South American coast o Aruba  Enjoys hot & dry climate perfect for tourism Capital is Orangestad (small town) Casino gambling, nightlife & beaches are popularo Bonaire Known for DIVING Ideal for tourists who enjoy water sports  Tourists “DIVE, eat, DIVE, sleep & DIVE”o Curacao Has emerged as a major tourist destination thanks to casinos, diving & duty-free shopping Willemstead - capital- Administration center of Netherlands Antilles - Known for Old World atmosphere - Dutch culture is very evident in architecture, customs & foodo Turks & Caicos Located toward southeast end of Bahamas  Beautiful beaches, but no large cruise ships  Providenciales is biggest tourist destination - Other destinations o Cuba  largest country in the Caribbean  size of Florida  Havana - Capital- City with beautiful architecture & enjoyable nightlife Dramatic coastline and awesome beaches  Travel between US & Cuba restricted to Cuban-Americans, journalists, researchers and individuals approved to travel by US government o Haiti Occupies western half of


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