Day 341 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Stop For Fresh Fruit at the Sun Valley Plantation
If you are passing through the town of Oracabessa in St. Mary, be sure to stop at the Sun Valley Plantation for fresh fruit and a tour. Before the 90 minute tour begins, each guest is greeted with a welcome drink made of seasonal fruit. The tour is given by the owners, Lorna and Nolly […]
Day 340 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Travel Through History at the Outameni Experience
Located in Falmouth, the Outameni Experience uses music, drama, and dance to take visitors through Jamaica’s history. The word Outameni means “Come Together” in Taino, which is similar to “Out of many one people” – Jamaica’s motto. Upon entering the site, guests are greeted by Jonkanoo dancers, and taken to “Di Hut” to learn the […]
Day 339 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Feed Hummingbirds at Rockland Bird Sanctuary
Home to thousands of birds, Rockland Bird Sanctuary is located in the garden of a charming cottage. Also known as the Rockland’s feeding station, visitors have the opportunity to feed wild hummingbirds right from their hands. All tours are given by the manager Fritz, who has worked in the garden for over 15 years. The […]
Day 338 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Have a Seafood Feast at Hellshire Beach
Located in St. Catherine, the Hellshire area is a popular destination for beachgoers. The beaches feature amenities like showers, toilets and secure parking. Visitors can swim, sunbathe and enjoy a freshly prepared meal right on the beach. Popularly known as Hellshire Beach, Fisherman’s Beach boasts the best selection of seafood on the island. Restaurants lining […]
Day 337 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Spend a Saturday at the Races
Horse-lovers and others can spend a Saturday at Caymanas Park in St. Catherine. This is the only horse racing track in Jamaica. Races are held every half hour from noon to 5:30 pm. There are several different gates of entry that lead to enclosures of various prices, and some have a dress code. Children can […]
Cane River, The Blue Lagoon, Mangoes at St Ann Roadside – 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 Cane River, The Blue Lagoon, Mangoes at St Ann Roadside. If you would like your photo featured on our site tag your shots with the hashtag #jamaicansphotos and follow us @jamaicans_com on Instagram. Cane River […]
Day 336 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Tube the Good River
A great adventure is to go tubing on the Rio Bueno, named the Good River by Christopher Columbus when he “discovered” it in 1494. Guided tours instruct visitors about safety and outfit them with life jackets and gloves for the trip. Starting at the IRIE Bridge, the tubing adventure takes you through the rainforest and […]
Day 335 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Board the River
For real a adventure and one of the best experiences on the island, travel down a river with a river board. Similar to the various tubing tours, visitors receive safety instructions before grabbing their river boards and jumping into the currents for a trip up close and personal with the Rio Bueno. Guides stay in […]
Day 334 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Visit the Village of St. George
One of the most unique shopping malls in Jamaica – and maybe the world – is the Village of St. George in Port Antonio, Build as a tribute to European architecture, it features a mix of styles including Georgian, Gothic, Tudor and Art Deco. It’s like walking through a fairytale and visiting European history at […]
Day 333 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Get Relaxed at Shan Shy Fishing Beach
For a taste of the laid-back pace of life in Jamaica, spend some time at Shan Shy. You can enjoy food from a café right on the beach, or take a short walk to Dickie’s Best Kept Secret restaurant. You may even meet Courtney Keating: he and the crew of the “Reggae Boat” were the […]
