Safest Bets During Hurricane Season
| ARUBA | BONAIRE | CURACAO | TRINIDAD & TOBAGO | MARGARITA ISLAND, VENEZUELA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key Attractions | Beaches, casinos, nightclubs, windsurfing | Diving, ecotourism, sport fishing | Beaches, snorkeling, diving, ethnic heritage | Beaches, ecotourism, birding, carnival | Beaches, shopping, windsurfing, affordable package deals |
| Average Annual Temperature | 82 | 82 | 82 | 81 | 82 |
| Annual Rainfall | 20 inches | 20 inches | 22 inches | 61.4 inches | 22 inches |
| Storm History | Hurricane Ivan blew through in 2004, causing minimal damage. Joan brushed past in ’88. Last major hurricane hit: 1877. | Suffered some flooding from Lenny in 1999, and Ivan in 2004. Last major hurricane hit: 1877. | In 1999, Lenny caused some damage to northern beaches. Last major hurricane hit: 1877. | Ivan caused damage on Tobago in 2004. Last major hurricane hit: 1963. | Ivan caused flooding and damage in 2004. No major hurricane recorded. |
| More Information | Aruba Tourism Authority 800-862-7822 | Tourism Corporation Bonaire 800-266-2473 | Curacao Tourism 800-328-7222 | Trinidad & Tobago Tourism Bureau 800-816-7541 | Venezuela Tuya 877-570-6540 |
Sources: Tourism Authorities for Islands Listed
