Our Favorite Celebrity Halloween Costumes from Nicki Minaj, Cardi B and Beyoncé
When thinking about a Halloween costume, the first and most obvious option might be to transform into your favorite celebrity, remaking one of their album...
A Look Back at the Glitz, Glam, Paint and Mud of Miami Carnival 2021
Last weekend's event was definitely one for the record books, and we have the Miami Carnival 2021 photos to prove it. Back in person after...
8 Terrifying Caribbean Urban Legends that Will Spook You to the Core
Every Caribbean island has its own cultural folklore featuring ghosts, ghouls and scary creatures that allegedly roam the island — scary urban (and country) legends...
The Origins and Practice of All Saints Day in the Caribbean
November 1st is celebrated as All Saints Day on the Christian calendar. Considering Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in the Caribbean region, many...
Celebrating the Day of the Dead in Haiti
While the Mexican celebration of Dia de Los Muertos with its elaborate costumes and grand parades is becoming commercialized in the US, its origins have...
Plan Your Next Trip With Island Origins’ Best of Caribbean Travel List
The best of Caribbean travel is almost impossible to narrow down. Though, if you're only going to the islands once, we've selected a few places,...
The Work of World-Renowned Fine Artist Joel Gresham Set for January Showing at Island...
Plantation, Fla. (January 3, 2022): Heralding the new year with a bold step into the world of fine art, Island SPACE Caribbean Museum will kick...
These 3 Creatives Are Giving Representation to the Chinese Caribbean Diaspora
These creatives, born and bred in North America and deeply inspired by their roots, are engaging with their heritage and representing the Chinese Caribbean diaspora...
Here Comes the Hotstepper: Rude Boy Style Making a Comeback
Sharp suits with cropped “flood” pants. Thin ties with Porkpie or Trilby hats. And Clarks boots, of course ― no exceptions. The enduring “rude boy”...
Changing Lives While Celebrating Jamaican Excellence, AFJ Charity Gala Returns in April 2022
New York, NY March 25, 2022 – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) announced the 2022 Jamaica Charity Gala to be held in Miami, FL on Friday, April...
