Jamaica Travel

Helping the Kids in Jamaica Helping the Kids in Jamaica

So, you are going on a vacation to Jamaica and you want to bring something along to help out the kids in Jamaica. If so, there are schools all over the island looking for donations and kids all over the island that would love some gifts. With some of the airlines still offering 2 checked bags for international flights and the fact that as a tourist... [Read more]

Ackee in Jamaica Ackee in Jamaica

Jamaican Ackee, a great tasting food that is part of the national dish (Ackee and Saltfish).   Ackee is very cheap to eat in Jamaica, but fill up while you are there or be prepared to pay $12-$16 a can in the US! In this first picture you can see what Ackee looks like before it naturally splits open and once it is ready to harvest.  Eating it before... [Read more]

Pictures of Jamaican Money Pictures of Jamaican Money

Pictures of Jamaican money also known as JMD if you are looking at foreign exchange rates. Notes: Jamaica has added a $5000 bill since these pictures were taken and I will add some pictures of the new bill when I return to Jamaica in 2 months. Jamaica is in the process of introducing round coins to replace the irregular sided coins shown in some of... [Read more]

Sam Sharpe Square Sam Sharpe Square

Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay Jamaica is a nice place to stop for a few minutes while enjoying a patty from the store in picture #3.  For more information on Sam Sharpe and a map of Montego Bay so you can find the square please visit:  http://wikimapia.org/1815705/Sam-Sharp-Square Originally known as Charles Square, it was named after Admiral Charles... [Read more]

The Ruins Ocho Rios The Ruins Ocho Rios

The Ruins at the falls is a restaurant and a great place to tour some beautiful waterfalls. While they are open for lunch and dinner, I would recommend going for lunch so you can spend an hour or so exploring the water falls, flowers, trees and everything else it has to offer. The lunch at the Ruins is served buffet style with beer and wine included... [Read more]

Hedonism 2 Review Hedonism 2 Review

A review of Hedonism 2, otherwise known as Hedo II in Negril, Jamaica. For years I’ve been hearing about the Hedo resorts, so I decided to look into Hedo II in Negril and see what the hype is all about.  My search started on a Hedo forum which led me to about a half dozen other Hedo forums……people love to chat about Hedo but they... [Read more]

Xtabi Negril Review Xtabi Negril Review

Review of the Xtabi in Negril Jamaica Location: Mint mint mint!  The Xtabi is one of if not the best location in Negril!  All of the rooms are within a minutes walk to the ocean and the caves.  The grounds are full of trees, bushes and flowers, it’s almost like the whole place is one giant garden– be sure to bring a camera and plenty... [Read more]

Spare the Rod or Spoil the Child? Spare the Rod or Spoil the Child?

Child Protection in Jamaica Jamaica now has laws to protect children against abuse.  Under the Child Care and Protection Act It is no longer ok or acceptable to beat your child as a way of disciplining them, and you could find yourself in jail and/or hit with a hefty fine. The Jamaican press are full of reports of parents and relatives who have applied... [Read more]

Popular Jamaican Food Popular Jamaican Food

One of the most exciting things about visiting Jamaica is the opportunity to indulge in some of the most delicious foods that you will ever eat.  Jamaicans love to cook and they are very good at it too! So what kind of Jamaican Food should you try?  Well, apart from trying absolutely everything, you may want to start with the famous Jamaican Jerk... [Read more]

Questions About Ganja in Jamaica Questions About Ganja in Jamaica

Questions and answers about marijuana which is more commonly referred to as Ganja in Jamaica.  This article is intended to provide the truth about some common misconceptions regarding Ganja in Jamaica.  While this article will not teach you how to buy Ganja, it will at least keep you out of jail if you follow all of the tips. Question:  Is Ganja... [Read more]