The islands lie directly on the Equator, so you can expect it to be warm for most of the year. The hottest season is generally from December to April with average temperatures ranging from a low of 70 to a high of 84 F (22 - 31 C). It’s also the rainy season. The sea is generally calm this time of the year and the water temperature warmer (making snorkeling a lot more fun!).

The islands we visit on Grenadines Voyage are as different from one another as they are beautiful. St. Lucia, St Vincent and Grenada are lush tropical volcanic islands which tower out of the water. The Grenadines consist of dozens of small tropical islands surrounded by white sand beaches and turquoise waters. Overall, the Windwards are tranquil, casual and laid back. See similar questions...

If travelling to large islands like Bali, a number of large ferry services operate to other islands in the vicinity. If you go to some of the smaller islands (e.g. The Gili islands off northern Lombok), boats are much smaller and a bit rickety. In good weather they are fine, but in rough weather the ride can be a bit turbulent. Some of the islands further off the main land are inaccessible at some times of the year due to storms. Ask locally before attempting to travel. See similar questions...

Click here to get a daily weather report. The Virgin Islands climate is subtropical. The temperature remains fairly constant at 70-80 degrees, tempered by trade winds which help keep the humidity down to a comfortable level. You may want a long sleeve shirt in the evenings when it cools down. Of course you always have to plan for the possibility of rain, although, we are not visiting during the rainy season See similar questions...

Air Tahiti operates a number of flights daily to the outer islands. Flights start early in the morning and end soon after dark. If only going to Moorea from Tahiti you have a choice between flying and taking the ferry. The flight only takes approximately 15 minutes, whereas the ferry will take approximately 45 minutes . See similar questions...

Because the Virgin Islands National Park covers almost 2/3 of the island, St John is quite unique. It is a small, friendly, welcoming island that was blessed with tremendous natural beauty, and unlike other Caribbean islands, its beaches, mountains and waters remain unspoiled, largely undeveloped and stunningly peaceful and beautiful. See similar questions...

If you are a legal immigrant (or “lawful permanent resident”) or a foreign national who has been granted the privilege of living and working permanently in the United States, there is a three-step process for your child, son or daughter to become a legal immigrant: The State Department must then give your son or daughter an immigrant visa number, even if he or she is already in the United States. If you are a U.S. See similar questions...

The answer is all kinds of people choose to emigrate. The range of occupations and professions is too wide to put in a comprehensive list, but includes everyone from hairdressers to business owners. If you think you might be one of these people, please complete our on-line Migration Assessment form so that we can give you a quick overview of your suitability for migration. See similar questions...

No. The fact that you have listed family members on your entry does not mean that they later must travel with you. They may choose to remain behind.. See similar questions...

In the same way you wouldn’t refer to "the Irelands", "the New Zealands" or "the Hawaiis", Orcadians don't refer to the islands as "the Orkneys". However it is a common mistake made by visitors and the national, and international, media. Strictly speaking the name is already plural as "Orkney" is simply a shortened version of the Old Norse "Orkneyjar", meaning "Seal Islands" See similar questions...

No, each individual player may decide if the islands they contribute to the game are mysterious or not. See similar questions...

No other group of Caribbean Islands compares. These islands offer a unique blend of protected sailing grounds, world-class diving, lush rainforests and Dutch, English and French cultural diversity. We take the time to explore and discover both above and below the waterline. See similar questions...

Many different areas ? Poland; Germany; German villages in the Grossliebental, Beresan and Gl?ckstal areas around the Black Sea; and Hungary. Passport lists for many of the Bessarabian Germans are listed in The Emigration from Germany to Russia in the Years 1763 to 1862 beginning on page 499. These show where the settlers came from and sometimes the route they took. See similar questions...

No. A lawful, permanent resident may not petition for a married son or daughter. A lawful permanent resident may petition for a divorced son or daughter. If you had children before you became a permanent resident and you did not immigrate as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, your unmarried, minor children may be eligible to receive following-to-join benefits. See similar questions...