Quotable Caribbean – May 9, 2011
“We are the first and only adventure tour company to ever be honored with this prestigious (Six Star Diamond) award, and it is a tribute to our Island Routes team to continue to garner recognition from our distinguished industry colleagues. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service standards and guarantees, and we strive to […]
Top 5 Foodie Spots in Kingston, Jamaica (2011)
There is much more to Jamaica’s food scene beyond Jerked Chicken and Escoveitch Fish. “Out of Many, One People” is not just our national motto but also the best way of understanding the island’s approach to food. Thanks to settlers such as the Jews, Indians, Chinese, Syrians, Spanish, and of course, Africans & Europeans (among […]
The Residence of Dreams
My memory of the Graham-mango tree in the boondocks behind my cottage-home in Pellriver will live on ad infinitum. We were kite and tail; aphorism and sage. I would, when angst or distressed by the internal tales of the day, curl like a fetus in her arms. Her arms, dappled with brown and white stains, […]
Immigration: Question & Answer
This month’s article will address the most common questions that I have received from prospective clients who are seeking answers for their immigration cases. In my practice I encounter a large number of individuals who are in dire need of legal advice but they usually choose to consult the advice of their friends and families […]
Quotable Caribbean – April 24, 2011
“(Haitian-Turks & Caicos Islander Jacqueline Charles’) work is an inspiration for reporters who want to bring the cultural history of the African Diaspora into the realm of greater understanding of people of color. I salute her work as an example for inspiring and fearless journalism, meeting the goal of NABJ’s coverage of our communities. She […]
Buy A House – Don’t Build (Part 1) – American Retiree in Jamaica
Wouldn’t it be nice to move to Jamaica into a brand new house that you designed yourself? Sounds inviting doesn’t it? Before you get your hopes up let me explain to you some of the things you will encounter to make the house a reality. Finding the ideal lot can take quite a bit of time. Once you […]
Bacchanal Jamaica’s Beach J’ouvert, April 23, 2011, James Bond Beach, St Mary
An expression of freedom, fun and a truly festive experience awaits you at the annual staging of Bacchanal Jamaica’s Beach J’ouvert. Beach J’ouvert will take place on Saturday April 23rd 2011 on James Bond Beach, Oracabessa, St. Mary, gates open at 1pm. The entertainment line up features Destra Garcia and her band supported by a […]
Interview Jamaican, Simone Harris, founder of “Choreography is Copyrightable”
This week we interview Jamaican, Simone Harris, founder of “Choreography is Copyrightable”. The “Choreography is Copyrightable” is an initiative designed to inform and educate choreographers about their rights under copyright law. According to Harris, “choreographers in the Caribbean region have for far too long been treated as the forgotten creators of original content….they have just […]
Conversation with Jamaican Based Fashion Designer, Lubica
This week we interview Jamaican fashion designer, Lubica. Originally from Slovak Republic, Lubica now resides in Kingston, where she has a small boutique store, Base Kingston & Belle. Most recently she has formed a partnership with Tami Chynn to design a new clothing line. Here is our conversation with Lubica. Q: Thanks for taking some […]
A Conversaton with Jamaican Fashion Blogger, James Black
This week we speak to Jamaican Fashion Blogger James Black. JB, as she is fondly known , blogs what’s hot in fashion in Jamaica and abroad at the JB Style Zone. She is also the Co-Director of a Jamaican female clothing line called ‘Yahdie Conscious’ and also has a a line of headpieces called ‘GlamHEAD’. […]