Day 270 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Make It Legal: Visit Savanna-la-mar Court House

Located in Westmoreland, the courthouse in Savanna-la-mar was constructed in 1925. It is situated on Norman Square on land donated by the governor along with a number of other public buildings protected by the Norman Square Act of 1891. The Act was enacted to ensure that the “expressions” of the Square include the land parcel […]
Day 269 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Sail Over to Pedro Bank

Pedro Bank in St. Elizabeth represents part of the vast underwater cultural heritage of Jamaica named by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust. The site includes a number of shipwrecks and other interesting finds both above and below the surface of the sea. Early settlers found the location less than hospitable and excavations here indicate that […]
Day 268 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Expand Your Dining Horizons with Jamaican Chinese Food

Jamaica has great food. China has great food. And when the two cultures come together, it’s undoubtedly great. The Chinese have always been an integral part of the island’s history since their arrival in 1854. The Chinese tradition of honoring family meshed well with the family-centered cultures of other early arrivals from Africa and India, […]
Day 267 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – All In for the Alhambra Inn and Restaurant

Give in to the desire for nostalgic Jamaica with a visit to the Alhambra Inn in Kingston. This is a great place to see relics of the past, which are scattered about the property, and its Sunday buffet breakfasts are unbelieveable. Savor the authentic taste of a traditional Jamaican breakfast with mackerel and corned pork. […]
Under the Negril Sea, Coast of Discovery Bay, Mo’Bay Villa Life View – This Week’s Picks for Best Jamaica Instagram Photos

Check out this week’s best photos of Jamaica and Jamaican culture on Instagram. Our favorites this week include images from Under the Negril Sea, Coast of Discovery Bay, Mo’Bay Villa Life View. If you would like your photo featured on our site tag your shots with the hashtag #jamaicansphotos and follow us @jamaicans_com on Instagram. […]
Day 266 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Everything Eco at Zion Country Eco Beach Cabins

When in Portland, do yourself a favor and stay at these Zion Country cabins located on a private beach. Perfect for backpacking and nature-loving, these are affordable accommodations that provide some of the best Jamaica has to offer. The two-room cottages offer a great view of the John Crow Mountains in the distance and a […]
Day 265 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Honor Jamaica’s Heritage at the Greenvale Railway Station

The Greenvale Railway Station in Manchester is no longer in use but has been designated a National Heritage Site for the excellent example it provides of Jamaica-Georgian timber construction. The two-story building has sash windows on the ground floor, which also features recessed-panel timber doors. There are two flights of timber staircases that lead up […]
Jamaica Named Top 2016 Caribbean Destination at World Travel Awards

Jamaica was recognized as the leading destination in the Caribbean of 2016 at the World Travel Awards event, which was held at the Sandals Ochi Beach Resort. The event was hosted by Yendi Philips and Adrian Atkinson, Jamaican TV personalities and featured performances by Tami T, Phylla and Etana, and Ana Strachan. Graham Cooke, president […]
Day 264 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Live the Lushness at Strawberry Fields Together

This ecotourism spot in St. Mary Parish offers 18 acres of lush tropical gardens the function as a nature preserve and sanctuary. Strawberry Fields, founded in the 1970s and named for the Beatles song, is located within one of the last unspoiled regions on Jamaica’s northern coast. There are miles of coastal trails to hike, […]
Day 263 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Enjoy an Eco-Tour at Highland Estate

Camp in a bamboo forest, take a walk through a mahogany woods, or hike in an old-growth cocoa forest and explore ancient ruins you find there. All this and more is offered at the 45-acre Highland Estate in Westmoreland. Your visit will convince you that Christopher Columbus was right when he called Jamaica “the fairest […]