Caribbean
Ready to island hop through the Caribbean but not sure where to start? Check out our country destination guides! Learn more about the top experiences you can have on each island, plus read our travel advisor tips and see our favorite hotels and resorts!
More Travel Inspiration
Looking for more travel inspiration? Explore our blogs and travel stories!
Trending Honeymoon Destinations 2020
Your first trip as a married couple is a big one, you may have traveled together before, but never like this! We know that every couple is different and that there’s no one size fits all destination for honeymoons, so we’ve put together a list of our favorite trending...
Getting Restless? Go Domestic! Our 5 Tips for Picking a Domestic Destination
Is anyone else quaran-tired?! As we all grow bored of being stuck at home, we're seeing more and more travelers reaching out to plan their next getaway. While it may be a little harder than normal to plan an international trip, our domestic destinations are ready to...
Explore Vicariously: Top 5 Virtual Museum Tours
While social distancing may be the best thing for society right now, it already has us going a little stir-crazy! Combine that with the disappointment of canceled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re doing a series of blogs with...
We’re Working Remotely!
It's official - the River Oaks Travel team has left the building! By that, of course, we mean our beautiful offices on West Alabama. For our travel advisors and coordinators it's business as usual, but we will be working remotely for the next few weeks to do our part...
It’s Time to Stop Traveling – For Now
Dear Travelers, As a travel agency, our daily lives revolve around everything travel - talking through trip planning with you, dreaming of our own next adventures, and reminiscing on past experiences all over the world. We love celebrating with you as we plan your...
The Benefits of a River Oaks Travel Advisor in the Time of the Coronavirus Travel Advisory
With the travel interruptions and overall global uncertainty in the time of the coronavirus COVID-19, our River Oaks Travel team is here to help you as much as possible. Our team is committed to providing the same positive and excellent service you have come to expect...
Travel Insurance: Is it Worth the Cost?
You insure your car, your house, your health… so should you insure your travel plans? Many clients ask whether travel insurance is worth purchasing, and the answer is a resounding YES! With all the time and money spent planning your ideal vacation, insurance is an...
Resources for Questions on Coronavirus and Travel
As a travel agency, we are often asked our thoughts on global situations that impact our industry. The one currently dominating headlines? COVID-19, or coronavirus. We’ve faced health issues in the past – SARS, Zika – and understand that this outbreak can make...
A Room With a View: Best Hotel Views Worldwide
Paris, the city of lights. While this nickname originally appeared because of Paris’ early adoption of electricity, it’s still just as appropriate today as the city sparkles after dark. The iconic structure of Paris, The Eiffel Tower, even has a special light show each evening. One of the most amazing views of this twinkling city is from the Belle Etoile Penthouse, the crowning glory of Le Meurice in the 1st Arrondissement on the Right Bank. The penthouse’s expansive terrace provides an uninterrupted view of Paris from all directions. The Tuileries Gardens are your front yard, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Sacré Coeur and the Eiffel Tower are all visible as you stroll through your own private garden. All in all, this is a place to feel inspired and delighted by the enchanting city of lights, maybe even a place to kick off your shoes and dance among the stars.
