When packing for a Caribbean vacation, most travelers remember sunscreen and swimwear – but many forget one of the most important essentials for safe tropical travel: insect repellent. The warm, humid climate of the Caribbean creates the perfect setting for tropical getaways, but it also provides ideal breeding conditions for biting insects. The most prevalent biting insects are mosquitoes, midges (also known as no-see-ums), and sand flies. While most cause minor annoyances, some biting insects, particularly mosquitoes, can carry harmful diseases like Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya in the Caribbean. While there are no current travel advisories surrounding these diseases in the Caribbean, health authorities continue to recommend proper protection from biting insects when visiting these tropical destinations. For Caribbean travel, effective insect protection should be considered just as essential as sun protection.
Why IMPEDE Is the Best Choice for Caribbean Travel
IMPEDE repellent is the convenient, locally available, travel-friendly solution to biting insect protection in the Caribbean. Designed specifically for Caribbean destinations, IMPEDE is DEET-free, long-lasting, sweat- and water- resistant, and safe for everyone in the family, including pregnant women, children, and those with sensitive skin. Proven safe and effective, the active ingredient, inspired by natural sources, inhibits an insect’s sense of smell and taste – impeding their interest in biting humans. The IMPEDE lotion format is ideal for controlled application and is considered reef-safe. It won’t harm the environment or the sea life.
Because IMPEDE is available locally, there is no need to pack bulky sprays or worry about TSA liquid restrictions. IMPEDE is available for purchase directly from trusted retailers in the Cayman Islands and other locations throughout the Caribbean. Purchase locations can be conveniently found on the IMPEDE website store locator. With IMPEDE readily available throughout your destination, travelers can spend less time worrying about insect protection and more time enjoying the Caribbean lifestyle with confidence.