We sat down with acclaimed Cuban-American writer, Cristina García, the author of eight novels including Dreaming in Cuban, a finalist for the National Book Award which tells the story of a Cuban family across three generations as they experience the country’s revolution.

Field Notes are firsthand travel recommendations for and by our ECT Clubhouse members. This week, travel advisor, Malak Yacout, shares her highlights from Antigua and Barbuda.

We’ve purposefully chosen to craft this guide away from the typical resort areas to showcase the best of Jamaica’s diversity—which ranges from its pulsing capital city, majestic Blue Mountains, lush rainforests, and cascading waterfalls—by focusing on Kingston, Portland, and Treasure Beach.