Preparing for a Caribbean vacation.(tips for dealing with customs, tipping, taxes)

Travel Agent, March, 2003

A Caribbean or Bahamas vacation is a perfect choice for those looking for familiarity and ease of traveling. English is widely spoken; the U.S. dollar is accepted almost anywhere, or easily converted; favorite sports and activities are easy to arrange; and a wide range of restaurants provides a plenitude of choices. Even with this simplicity of travel, there are a few details and requirements your clients should keep in mind to ensure their vacation goes off without a hitch.

Entry Requirements & Proof of Citizenship

Jamaica, St. Lucia, Aruba, and the Cayman Islands require U.S. citizens to have proof of U.S. citizenship (this could be a valid passport, or an original or certified copy of a birth certificate, with raised seal, along with a valid,...