The Carte Atlas Journal

Imagine white sand beaches that feel like powdered sugar underneath your feet. Now imagine looking out into various colors of blue you did not know could exist. Now imagine stepping into those waters, and seeing crystal clear water all around you. While Turks & Caicos may be near indescribable, I hope you were able to […]

Every great voyage has its own language, spoken in polished brass and quiet luxury. Cruise brochures can read like a foreign language the first time. You are far from alone in asking. In fact, 31% of 2025’s 37.2 million cruisers were sailing for the first time. Here is your guide, arranged by each part of […]

Bermuda has a special place in our hearts here in America. It is one of the closest islands to visit, and is home to natural beauty like pink sand beaches. But it has so much more, like the cultural fun of the Gombey Dancers. Bermuda is a place I personally have experienced, and it always […]

What a great question! On its own, The Bahamas are impressive. You have 700 islands and over 2,000 cays spread across 100,000 square miles in the Atlantic Ocean. There are iconic locations like Nassau which is famous for its pirate history, and Grand Bahama Island where spanish ships of gold once landed. Water adventures and […]

Bon Biní! As the largest of the ABC Islands, Curaçao brings color to life through various ways. From the iconic architecture in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Willemstad, to the over 30 beaches with beautiful nature, Curaçao is a living rainbow to explore. They wish everyone welcome at Dushi Kòrsou (Sweet Curaçao). Its culture […]

Bonaire brings the beauty of nature to life. As a part of the Dutch Caribbean “ABC” Islands in the Southern Caribbean, Bonaire is a leader in preserving nature. Bonaire was the first Caribbean island to protect its waters by founding the Stichting Nationale Parken Bonaire (STINAPA) in 1962! It is a leader in both solar and […]

One Happy Island. That truly is the best way to describe Aruba and all that it offers. It brings happiness, with its natural wonders and wonderful people. As a part of the Dutch Caribbean “ABC” Islands in the Southern Caribbean, Aruba has a variety of offerings. It is famous for its white sandy beaches, desert […]

My experience in Los Cabos was actually my very first experience in Mexico. I was attending a wedding of a dear friend of mine. When he mentioned the destination was Mexico, I got even more excited! What I did not realize was that I was one of over 3.9 million people who visit Los Cabos […]

Puerto Vallarta holds a special place in my heart. I was able to experience the area with a group of friends. It was a wonderful experience because we enjoyed a Private Villa with our own chef. We were able to celebrate New Year’s together as we welcomed 2026 into the fold. That became the year […]

Hola from Baja California in Mexico! This is a Mexican state that borders the United States. There is so much to share with you. The region is well known for cities like Tijuana, Ensenada and San Quentin. They bring a special vibrancy to the area. Plenty of other amazing areas exist as well. A wine […]