THIS IS THE CARIBBEAN Get the big picture on the islands we call home. LIMELITE Try cloudspotting, cook the perfect jerk, and go turtle- watching. ISLAND LIFE The guide books summarised. Why you should visit Antigua. EATING OUT Some great eateries in St Thomas. LIMEGREEN Activities to conserve environments near you. YOUR HEALTH Top tips for taking care of your skin. WHAT'S HAPPENING The lowdown on events across the region this quarter. NEWS An assortment of news and views from across the Caribbean. PHOTO COMPETITION How to enter. TRINIDAD: TIME OF YOUR LIFE Jason Thompson settled in Trinidad three years ago. Here he reflects on what makes the island so appealing – for locals and visitors alike. PLAN A CONFERENCE Conference organiser Jane Barsby explains how well- planned conferences can provide a refreshing change from the information overload of our everyday lives. 36 GREAT THINGS TO SEE AND DO AROUND THE REGION James Henderson recommends the must- see places that show the depth of our natural assets. And not a beach in sight! PROPERTY INVESTMENT The Caribbean real estate market seems to be a ray of sunshine in the gloom of the economic downturn around the world. But will it continue? By Judith Baker. BEST CRICKET TEAM EVER? If every West Indian cricketer was playing now, at his peak, who would you choose for your all- time First XI? Geoffrey Dean reflects on an extraordinary cricket heritage. DE- STRESS Would you like to live a calmer lifestyle? If you're like most people, you're under more stress than you realise. Lucia Cockcroft offers five tools to help you to chill out. HOT GADGETS FOR 2009 Next year is set to be the most technologically advanced in history. James Holland identifies the pick of the gadgets. esay Sir Hilary Beckles reflects on Caribbean society, independence and pride. LImeliat y 78 NEWS A brief look at developments within the company and our routes. y 82 Route map A quick glance at where we fly across the Caribbean. y 84 Healthy travel Taking care of yourself on board and on the ground. y 86 WELCOME ABOARD An overview of key aspects to ensure a smoother flying experience. 8 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 30 32 42 44 54 58 66 70 76 Limelite Easy to dip into, and with lots of interesting stuff inside... features The meat of the mag, where you can explore the Caribbean in depth LIMELIfe Settle down, engage brain and pick up a pencil... it's time to test yourself! CONTENTS 06 lime October - December 2008 14 8 32 GAMES & PUZZLES Suduko, word search and Kriss Kross... there's something for everyone! CARIBBEAN QUIZ How well do you know your home region? 14 questions to find out. LIME KIDS Things for your youngsters to explore under the sea. OLYMPIC PRIDE A moment that may have created a legacy. 89 90 92 96

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