From Nassau to Grand Cayman, 6 Islands for Your March Vacation

By: - February 28th, 2023
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Celebrity-filled food festivals, villa vacations and diverse spring breaks. It’s peak season in the Caribbean – but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a unique island vacation this March. 

And our latest edition of Where to Go takes you across seven great island destinations around the Caribbean, from the buzzing Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman to a pair of under-the-radar gems in the Dutch Caribbean. 

Where are you going this month? Tell us about your trip at digest@caribjournal.com. 

Nassau Paradise Island, The Bahamas  The Bahamas’ premier destination will play host to a major new food event this month, with the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival Presented by Atlantis. Andrew Zimmern and Aaron Sanchez are among the celebrity chefs coming to the signature resort from March 15 to 19 for a full-fledged celebration of culinary excellence, from demos and wine tastings to a concert by Wyclef Jean. It’s a sign of Atlantis Paradise Island’s growing focus on food (Michelin-starred Michael White is opening the new Paranza at The Cove) and Nassau’s booming food scene.

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