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Portland State University student Dani Smith discusses the Cuban agriculture system at the Oregon University System study abroad orientation held at the University of Oregon on May 19.
POSSIBLE PARTNERSHIP: Sangyan Xu, left, third secretary Commercial Office of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Trinidad and Tobago; Selwyn Lashley, permanent secretary , Ministry of Energy and Energy Affairs; Huang Xingyuan, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Trinidad and Tobago; Kevin Ramnarine, Minister of Energy and ... (more)
Photo Report: Cuba's Ladies in White at the Freedom Tower in Miami
Pedazos de la Isla has a photo report of Monday's visit to Miami's Freedom Tower by a group of Cuba's Ladies in White: This 20th of May 2013, Cuban Independence Day, Cuban exiles and other members of the community of Miami went to the historic Freedom Tower, where hundreds of Cubans passed through in the 1960's when they arrived to the United ... (more)
WLDB To Auction Vacations For Red Cross
B93.3 WLDB in Milwaukee is auctioning off vacations for two to the Dominican Republic and donating the proceeds to the American Red Cross to aid their efforts to help the people of Oklahoma affected by the tornadoes.
Royal Caribbean announces Quantum of the Seas itineraries
Royal Caribbean's newest ship, the long-awaited Quantum of the Seas, will open for booking next Tuesday for Crown & Anchor Society loyalty program members, and to the general public on June 4, the line Next Royal Caribbean ship to feature gee-whiz ride: Royal Caribbean's next ship will feature a giant mechanical arm that transports passengers high ... (more)
What violence-torn St James, nay all Jamaica, can learn from Flanker
It's easily and readily recognised that good, proactive leadership is essential to the organisation of any society.
Opportunities for fine dining abound in San Juan
This island offers so many visual treats - gorgeous beaches, rugged hills, beautiful churches and majestic historic forts - that dining becomes a virtual afterthought.
Possible Sister Cities Presented to Town Council
Ridgway High School students Jack Middleton, Abel Lannan and Tashi Hackett presented the results of their research on possible sister cities to Ridgway Town Council last week.
Travel Deals & Steals: May 19, 2013
And your options abound. Take the family to Aruba and kids stay free with lots of perks.
Why Cuba Travel Sanctions Are Important
The BBC 's story this week about the Castro regime's upcoming golf resort illustrates why travel sanctions towards Cuba are important.
You may recall our Artist Spotlight on Kevin Slack's work from 2010. He has continued to make beautiful friends in Cuba and make beautiful photographs of them, so an update on his more recent work seemed in order.
Ja-born broadcaster honoured in Georgia
Jamaica-born Pat Baccas-Bowen, founder, CEO and host of Atlanta-based Future Movement Radio , has been appointed lieutenant colonel aide de camp by the governor of Georgia, the Honourable Nathan Neal.
Top 5 vacations for $500 per person
Keeping a vacation within your budget can be difficult, but we're here to help. With West Palm Beach travel agent Mary Hurley-Lane's 40-years of experience, I've created a list of the top 5 vacations for $500 per person.
Jamaica to take advantage of economic diplomacy
Also, for the convenience of our readers and the online community generally, we have reproduced the complete Caribbean Net News archives from 2004 to 2010 here .
UNWTO Welcomes Trinidad and Tobago As Its New Member
Trinidad and Tobago has become UNWTO's 156th Member State as the country rejoins the Organization after 35 years.
How to Volunteer With the Peace Corps, Without the Yearlong Commitment
The National Peace Corps Association is now offering all-inclusive, 10 and 14-day travel programs to the Dominican Republic and Guatemala for those who want to help out, but can't take a year off to do so.
Media report of student's death in Grenada sparks complaint and lawsuit threat
Also, for the convenience of our readers and the online community generally, we have reproduced the complete Caribbean Net News archives from 2004 to 2010 here .
Excitement high as ATL Automotive opens historic 36-hour sale
A DAY before its historic 36-hour sale, ATL Automotive was bracing for a 'massive traffic' of takers for deals at its Kingston and Montego Bay branches.
LU missionaries combine travel with good work
By Karly Dudar Travel and vacation usually go hand in hand. The goal, ultimately, is relaxation.
Seaborne Airlines Launches Two New Routes to Guadeloupe and Martinique
Seaborne Airlines has announced that they will launch two new routes from San Juan, Puerto Rico to the French West Indies Islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique.