Jamaica on a Budget
Jamaica Vacation on a Budget Travelling to Jamaica for a cheap vacation is a very easy task with just a little time investment. With a few hours of research on the Jamaican Travel Forum it is possible to cut your Jamaican vacation cost in half, maybe even more! If you are a budget minded traveler read on. [caption id="attachment_84" align="aligncenter" width="432" caption="Jamaican Mountains from the water"][/caption] The first step in planning your cheap vacation in Jamaica is finding out what part of the island you want to stay in, and how you will get there from one of Jamaica’s two international airports. If ...
Jamaican Travel and Culture
My Jamaican Adventure My name is Ashley and I wanted to share my first experience of Jamaica and its culture with you. My first trip to the beautiful island of Jamaica was back in July 2008 when I went to Reggae Sumfest. I had no idea how much of a life changing experience it would be for me. As I looked out of the window as the aeroplane descended into Montego Bay, I was in awe at the beauty of the island and how different the landscape was compared to what I am used to in Canada. When I stepped out of the ...
Best Exchange Rates in Jamaica
Let’s start with one of the worse exchange rates and that is right at the airport. The Cambio at the airport is known for being convenient but stay clear of it if you are looking for a good rate. Generally people like to use banks to exchange their money but I’ve found that the banks in Jamaica don’t always offer the best exchange rates. Question: So where can I get the best exchange rates in Jamaica? Answer: The best exchange rates in Jamaica are found at any of the cambios that are located away from the airports! On my ...
SkyAuction for Jamaica Travel
Are you looking for cheap hotels and resorts in Jamaica? If so SkyAuction.com might be worth checking out if auctions and potentially low prices excite you. While most of the bidding starts at $1.00 (USD) and while most of the auctions never get near the full value of the lodging the SERVICE FEES can add up really quick. [caption id="attachment_254" align="aligncenter" width="284" caption="Live Auction Excitement at Sky Auction"][/caption] To shop for Jamaica travel auctions on Skyauction click on the Destinations link at the top, then on the Caribbean & Bahamas link and finally select Jamaica. Once you select Jamaica you will see a list ...
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 leave out the juicy details! After a while I decided that I wanted to see Hedo II to see what the hype was all about. Since I already had a room booked for my stay in ...
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 in the price. I think we paid around $15 US each and while the food was okay, the beer and wine were both horrible. So, don't go for the free booze, go ...
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 it splits open can make you sick and in some cases it can kill you! Pictures of Ackee [caption id="attachment_479" align="aligncenter" width="600" caption="Picture of an Ackee tree"][/caption] In this second picture you can see what you ...
Jamaica Travel
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
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 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 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 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
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
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?
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
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 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]
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