The Caribbean has long been a central marketplace for trade between Europe and the Americas, with it’s many warehouses traditionally offering rum, guns, slaves, silks and spices. You can still find unique items that include the local rum, honey, pepper sauces and spices, as well as pottery, embroidery and baskets, all hand-made.

You’ll soon find the Caribbean to be a shoppers’ paradise!

For everyone from the casual browser to the serious shopper, shopping in the Caribbean offers a wealth of choice and incomparable bargains. These authentic Caribbean goods can be found by wandering the streets and marketplaces that abound on the islands. Our Caribbean Shopping Guide gives some useful tips and hints. Along with the street sellers and market stalls, you will also come across many of the Caribbean Restaurants, offering a mouth-watering array of cuisines.

Caribbean Shopping Guide

Caribbean jewellery is highly prized as well, with silver, gold and precious stones all worked into stunning pieces by the skilled artisans. Amber and blue tanzanite are some of the most sought after, and can be found for reasonably prices. There are also a number of galleries offering local artwork, sculptures and paintings, plus the CDs of local musicians and garments made by local designers.

At the other end of the spectrum, all the big name brands are well represented, usually at significantly lower (tax-free) prices compared to Europe or the United States. You will find a whole host of luxury goods, from watches and cameras to linen and perfumes.

For more detailed information about shopping on a specific island, visit our Caribbean City Guides, and click on the island you intend on visiting.