The Caribbean is a popular travel destination for obvious reason: Warm weather, beautiful beaches and a relaxed, friendly culture. But we wanted to find out about the hidden gems, the places that might be off the radar for regular visitors. So we turned to the insiders of the region, people who live and work in the Caribbean, who pointed us to the best beaches, the can’t-miss restaurants and some of the fun places to catch a live musical act. Read more.

Also this week: Globe reader and self-described culinary adventurer Tracy Thiessen shares her story of a recent trip to Beijing, where she was determined to eat like a local – until she saw snakes on the menu. Read more.

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