7 of the Funniest Comparisons Jamaicans Make
Jamaicans are known to talk very comparatively often times lacing their sentences with similes and metaphors. To note also, they are a very dramatic group of people and often times the comparison is rather exaggerated or has little or nothing to do with what they are alluding to. There are a few funny but rather […]
25 Funniest & Interesting Jamaican Town Names
Jamaican towns and villages have rather intriguing names that most often reflect the history or character of the island. Let us take a look at some funny & interesting town names on the island. Photo Source: 123rf
The 9 Best Ice Cream Flavors at Devon House
Jamaicans believe there is no better ice cream in the world than our own Devon House Ice Cream. Ranked #4 on Nat Geo’s top ten list of places to have ice cream, Devon House serves up some of the most unique and rich ice cream flavors. Here is a list of the best flavors you […]
9 Things Jamaican School Children Had to Know By Heart
Growing up Jamaican, there are a number of things that were mandatory to know. You had to be able to recite them from memory or as in Jamaican sense “know them by heart”! A lot of these things were taught in the earlier years of a child’s life specifically the primary school years when they […]
21 Marcus Garvey Quotes You Should Know
Jamaican-born Marcus Garvey was an important force in the American Black Nationalist Movement that was active from 1919-1926. Mostly self-taught, but highly charismatic, he attempted to found the movement in Jamaica, but found little support. Garvey was born August 17th, 1887 in St. Ann’s Bay, Jamaica and attended school until he was 14. His wandering […]
Today, My Jamaica celebrates Independence
Despite many, many hardships we still have much to celebrate and give thanks for… Even when things get rough, we always have time to share a smile, pop a joke or lend a helping hand. One of our greatest assets is our ability to laugh at ourselves and perhaps this is what has kept us […]
9 Jamaican Myths Most People Still Believe
The Jamaican culture is saturated with superstitions and folk customs. They have a “belief” for everything; from birth to death, bad luck and good luck, when you will cry versus when you will laugh. Although recognized as one of the most religious countries in the world, Jamaicans are also highly superstitious, with many having a […]
Locs Fest Debuts on Hottest NYC Weekend
LocsFest, the brainchild of a coalition including Lime Time, Power of Reggae and Rebellion City had its unveiling Saturday July 20 2019, on what was arguably one of the hottest days in recent New York history. Despite the Mayor of New York city’s Bill DeBlasio’s emergency cancellation of events attracting more than 1,000 participants in […]
6 Things Jamaicans Learn from Traveling in Taxis and Minibusses
The easiest and most common way to get around Jamaica is via taxis and minibusses. In some areas on the island – especially the rural communities, these are the only mode of transportation. They are usually affordable and a very convenient way of getting around. Taxis and minibusses usually run on a set route picking […]
10 Bob Marley Phrases You Should Know
Legendary Reggae singer and songwriter, Bob Marley is known for his utterances of words of wisdom and inspiration. Through his music, recorded interviews and concerts, he constantly shared positive, uplifting quotes. Here is a compiled list of daily reminders: “Don’t worry about a thing, every little thing is gonna be alright.” Perhaps the most popular words […]
