WHEN
TO GO
The Caribbean has a tropical climate with two rainy seasons,
from May to June and September to November. Also, hurricanes
tend to occur between June and September, though they rarely
have a serious effect on vacationers in the region. Typically
there is little variation in temperature year round, but the
period between December and April is the best for golfers, with
an average temperature that ranges between the high 60s and
low 90s. According to locals, the periodic rains that come at
this time are a welcome source of refreshment that don’t
last very long or seriously interfere with the many outdoor
activities available in the region.
MORE INFORMATION
For a complete source for Caribbean travel and vacation information,
visit www.caribbean-on-line.com.
Places to stay, play golf, other activities as well as vacation
packages are all covered here.
The Jamaica
Golf Association’s website provides comprehensive
information on golf in Jamaica and the Caribbean. Also covers
current local news on what’s happening in golf in Jamaica,
tournament schedules, golf package deals and special events.
Information on vacation golf packages, as well as insights into
the many fine golf courses in Puerto Rico can be found at www.gotopuertorico.com.
Tips on nightlife, business facilities, local color and historical
info can also be found here.
The official tourism website of the Islands of the Bahamas,
www.bahamas.com
provides links and info on a variety of golf courses in the
area, as well as hotel packages, local sites, attractions, and
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WHAT
TO BRING
The Caribbean has many top-notch golf courses to choose from,
but be aware that it is the tropics, and it does rain from
time to time. To be prepared, you won’t need the thermal
rain suit you took to Ireland, but you should bring a decent
umbrella and some type of light rain jacket. Since the temperature
rarely drops much below 70-degrees, you can feel pretty safe
leaving your wool sweaters, rain gloves and warm socks at
home. If you have lightweight golf shoes or golf sandals,
bring them. Golf in the Caribbean is not a formal production.
Along with your normal golf gear (clubs, bag, etc.), be sure
to bring a couple of hats to protect you from the sun, and
plenty of sunblock. In addition, it’s not a bad idea
to throw some mosquito repellent in your golf bag, along with
some extra golf balls. The tropics feature some beautiful,
lush jungle, much of which could be adjacent to the golf courses
you’ll be playing, and unless you’re Tarzan, you’ll
probably want to re-tee from time to time.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air service is available to Caribbean destinations from most
major cities in the U.S. and Canada. Consult your favorite
air carrier for rates.
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