Day 95 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Go for the Big Ones: Deep Sea Fishing
Jamaica offers some of the best deep-sea fishing in the world. It is home to three important sport fishing tournaments, with the Falmouth Blue Marlin Tournament the latest addition to the roster. September and October are the best months to catch the “big ones” as this is when the Atlantic Blue Marlin and other game […]
Day 94 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Take to the Air with Parasailing
Attached with a harness to a special parachute called a parasail, you can take flight as a boat or vehicle uses a tow rope and carries you forward fast enough to keep you aloft. A safe way to get the sensation of flying, as all operators make sure you get the right training and the […]
Day 93 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Get the Diving Experience without Diving
Take a glass-bottom boat that offers views of the underwater landscape. See coral reefs and exotic tropical fish, including blennies, batfish, butterfly fish, hogfish, rabbit fish, and puffer fish. Travel over marine gardens and even feed the fish. A great way to see the corals, which seem magnified just under the surface of the water. […]
Day 92 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – See Under the Sea
When visiting the cliffsides in Negril, check out the snorkeling options. You can find a vendor to take you out to the reef for your snorkeling adventure, or you can choose a sightseeing boat ride along the cliffs. Perfect for getting some great photos. In case you missed any of the past “365 Things to […]
New York Times Features Jamaica
In an article entitled “Jamaica, Beyond the Beach,” the New York Times features the island of Jamaica as remaking itself as a glamorous destination and an eco-tourism attraction. It makes special mention of the importance of the country’s “African-inflected culture,” its dramatic history, and its complex ethnic and political dynamics. Also described is how Jamaica’s […]
Island Life, Winnifred Beach, Seasonal Guineps
Check out this week’s best photos of Jamaica and Jamaican culture on Instagram. Our favorites this week include images from Island Life, Winnifred Beach, Seasonal Guineps. If you would like your photo featured on our site tag your shots with the hashtag #jamaicansphotos and follow us @jamaicans_com on Instagram. Summer Continues, Island Life by @itstoian Winnifred […]
Day 91 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Sail the Sea to Floyd’s Pelican Bar
Located on a sandbar in the Caribbean Sea, Floyd’s can only be reached by boat. It is in Parottee Bay near Black River. Floyd, the owner, built the bar after having a dream about it. He transported wooden planks from shore and completed it in 2001 as a place to hang out with his friends […]
Two Jamaican Beaches Ranked in Top 25 of the Caribbean
Two of Jamaica’s beaches were cited on the TripAdvisor list of the top 25 beach destinations in the Caribbean region. At Number 10 on the list was Seven Mile Beach in Negril. Visitors noted the white sand, warm water, interesting people, and daily music. Also cited was the view of the trees and delicious food. […]
Day 90 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Awaken Your Taste Buds with Ackee and Saltfish
No visit to Jamaica is complete with trying the national dish of Ackee and Saltfish. This dish is so well-loved it has been named one of the top ten national dishes in the world. It is prized for the combined salty and spicy tastes of black pepper mixed with local spices. The ackee fruit was […]
8 Things Adventurers Can Do In Jamaica
Skip ordinary, mundane trips and add a little excitement with your own customized adventure in Jamaica. If there is that one thing you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t, the opportunity waits to challenge yourself right here in Jamaica. From exploring the country-side, to engaging in adrenaline-pumping acts, to basking in beautiful sceneries, there are […]