Fall in the Caribbean has long been touted as ‘low season’ or ‘rainy season’. For this reason, you’d be well within your rights to think that it isn’t an ideal time to pack your bags and take a vacation…but what if you’re missing out? CC+L spills the beans on a surprisingly great time to plan a visit to the Caribbean…
The Price is Right!
The pre-winter months are the perfect time to start planning your next vacation while you’re all cooped up. There’s something special about the Caribbean no matter when you go. But one of the calmest times to go is the so-called low season.
The kids are back at school so families with children aren’t traveling. The fearful are tucked away because they don’t want to deal with a few showers. Added to this, the resorts and hotels will be offering some of their lowest rates.
The result? A perfectly priced, quiet vacation period that you really should be taking advantage of!
Warm Waters
One of the big draws to the Caribbean is its beautiful waters. Although diving visibility may not be at its peak in the fall, there are still great options for diving in places like the ABC islands in the southernmost part of the Caribbean. Well-known for sitting just outside of the standard hurricane belt, the ABC islands consist of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. Generally, these locations have fewer winds during the fall meaning that visibility is still considered generally good for diving.
Eat like a Local
Another great benefit of traveling throughout ‘low’ season is that you will likely get to experience a more local flavor. With tourists at a minimum, you’ll have more opportunity to mingle with locals and enjoy a more genuine experience. Pick a smaller resort or hotel owned or run by locals and they will easily be able to tell you the best things to do.
Tip: You may find that low season does have some limitations as local restaurants may close down for a while to get through the slower months. If you’re wanting to explore anywhere specific in terms of food offerings it’s always worth checking in advance that they will be open.
Pick your Caribbean destination and get ready to plan your next vacation! Fall in love with fall in the Caribbean in 2023!
Original Article Written by: Clara Dobson
Featured Photo: Sunset Caribe by Monica Gallardo Photography
Editor’s Note: This article has been modified since it’s original publication date of November 1, 2018
