Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián Old San Juan, Puerto Rico January 13-16 Puerto Rico’s largest festival, dedicated to the Catholics’ St. Sebastián and local community, consumes the streets of Old San Juan with live music, dancing and parades. The inaugural parade on San Sebastián Street highlights Cabezudos, a group of people disguised with huge papier-mâché heads represent- ing folk characters. Each day, the city fills with local artisans selling paintings, jewelry and other goods. And each night, the city fills with lively concerts and parties.
Pineapple Cup, Montego Bay Race Montego Bay, Jamaica January 22-29
Betico Croes Day Aruba January 25
Great Exuma Classic & Great Abaco Classic Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, The Bahamas January 13-19 The Abaco Club, Great Abaco,
Experience the island of Aruba as it celebrates Betico Croes, a political activist event credited by obtaining Aruba’s “Status Aparte” within the Dutch Kingdom in 1986. Soak in this historic day and participate in celebra- tory activities from a Harley Davidson bike tour to culinary festivals. Aruba Carnival Season Aruba January 2022 Come get a taste of the Caribbean tradition that is Carnival. This months-long celebration was started by European settlers. Arubans, including former slaves, reclaimed
One of the oldest offshore races on the calendar, the first Pineapple Cup was in 1961. Competitors in this 811 nautical mile race first head from Miami for the Northwest Providence Channel, sail toward the tip of Cuba, and enjoy a 240-mile downwind sleigh ride toward the finish line at Montego Bay. Competitors enjoy free dockage and other perks at the Montego Bay
The Bahamas January 20-26
Golf enthusiasts won’t want to miss these two Korn Ferry Tour tournaments, both located on the water in stunning Bahamian resorts. Explore the 365+ islands or try fly-fishing for bonefish in Great Exuma, and go diving or explore Walker’s Cay National Park in Great Abaco. Don’t forget to check out the Emerald Bay Marina and Abaco Yacht Club while you’re there!
Yacht Club, and spectators join celebratory parties and events.
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