Jamaica’s Top Event Every Summer
Jamaica’s top event, the annual Emancipation and Independence Celebrations is held during the week of August 1 – 6. Jamaicans all over the world celebrate the emancipation of slavery and our independence from England. The most popular cultural activities are music, dance and poetry. Through the week of celebrations, the Cultural Development Commission, a government […]
A Jamaica Volunteer Vacation I’ll Never Forget
My students and I had arrived very late at the Norman Manley International Airport on a balmy Wednesday evening. After traveling by bus and winding our way through the busy night time streets of Kingston, we finally arrived at our Smokey Manor vacation site way up in the mountains. Sprawling out before us like a […]
Jamaica Volunteer Vacations: A New and Growing Travel Trend
One of the fastest travel trends in the world today is volunteer vacations, sometimes referred to as voluntourism. Travelers not only want to visit foreign countries but also want to get involved with the indigenous people through community service. Jamaica, an exotic island known for its beautiful white sandy beaches and sunny weather, is the […]
Navy Island
Navy Island Beach is a great place to visit if you’re looking for something a little more secluded. The major attractions on Navy Island are its clear waters, white sand beach, and opportunities to participate in water sport activities. There are African-style cottages on the island where visitors can stay, as well as some very […]
Negril Seven Mile Beach
The Seven Mile Beach is located on Jamaica’s western coast on the shores of Negril. It features golden sands hugged by the curved arrangement of the town on the longest continuous stretch of beach on the island. There is a lighthouse located at the end of the beach and majestic cliffs are visible further up […]
James Bond Beach
James Bond Beach is located east of Ocho Rios on the island’s northeastern coast (just a little east of Oracabessa). It offers fabulous views and a heavenly tropical setting. The particular claim to fame for this beach is he fact that it is named for the fictional spymaster, James Bond, created by author Ian Fleming, […]
Hellshire Beach
Hellshire Beach is the largest and most popular of a series of narrow beaches located along the southern coast of Jamaica. The major characteristics of this beach are its black sands and cool, clean waters. It is just a little over five miles from Fort Charles and close to Portmore, making a day trip to […]
Who Says You Can’t See Kingston Jamaica like a Tourist – Day 3 & 4: Shopping, Hellshire, Party, Club and Spanish Court Hotel
Day 3 – Shopping, Hellshire, Party, Club and Spanish Court We were up early that morning as we had a lot to do. My cousin was coming for us later that morning to take us to see some relatives I have in Portmore. First we wanted to do some shopping. My wife’s aunt was taking […]
Who Says You Can’t See Kingston Jamaica like a Tourist – Day 2: Country side tour and Blue Mountain walk
We asked for a wakeup call after a long day yesterday. It was early in the morning. Our host is Maureen Wright –Evans the owner of Jamaica Adventure Secrets and Smokey Manor, a bed & breakfast in Smokeyvale. Maureen is a Jamaican gem. She is passionate about Jamaica and very energetic. The energy is infectious […]
Gunboat Beach
Gunboat Beach is a popular destination in Jamaica, perhaps more for its entertainment features than the actual beach-going experience. Most visitors to Gunboat Beach are locals who come to socialize along the shore, especially since the waters of this beach have succumbed to pollution and swimming is no longer recommended. Gunboat Beach is conveniently located, […]