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Inside Background
Architecture 
Read the following site about some of Jamaica's Architectural History...
Last edited: 13 May 2006
Culture 
Jamaica is one small place with a whole bunch of culture. Irish, English...
Last edited: 27 February 2009
Health & Safety 
Jamaica is not the crime ridden, danger lurking around every corner island that...
Last edited: 21 February 2009
History 
The original Arawak or Taino people from South America, first settled on the...
Last edited: 19 July 2008
Neighborhoods 
Jamaica's two major cities are Kingston and Montego Bay (Mo' Bay). The latter...
Last edited: 26 March 2008
Recommended Reading 
A couple good books to read that are set in Negril, Jamaica are:  1. Banana...
Last edited: 05 November 2007
Tourist Board Info 
About Jamaica Tourist Board The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955...
Last edited: 09 June 2009
Weather & When to Go 
For more details on temperature and stuff like that you can check any search...
Last edited: 03 May 2006
Bob Marley  
To remember one of the most charismatic and challenging performers...
Last edited: 16 October 2009
Budget Travel 
Visitors to Jamaica who want be among the residents and enjoy the taste and...
Last edited: 12 May 2009
Courtney R. Taylor 
   Courtney was very knowledgeable and fun!  He also did shopping in some small...
Last edited: 18 October 2009
For ALL first time visitors to Jamaica 
Remember these things, keep a level-headed perspective and you should have an...
Last edited: 22 July 2009
General Information 
Kingston is the capital of Jamaica and well worth a visit.  There are some...
Last edited: 26 June 2006
General Information 
While visiting Jamaica, it is a good idea to spend some time in the Ocho Rios...
Last edited: 26 June 2006
General Information on Weather 
Every day I see 3 or 4 new posts asking about weather. For those posting the...
Last edited: 22 November 2009
Getting Married in Jamaica 
Getting married in Jamaica is very easy.  To get married legally in Jamaica, no...
Last edited: 03 May 2009
Ideas For Helping Primary Schools 
Here is a beginning list of ideas and items culled from the "Jamaica...How You...
Last edited: 10 March 2009
Introduction 
US Dollars are widely accepted in Jamaica, and seem to be preferred.  Just...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Jamaican Music: Reggae 
  Reggae music is the music of Jamaica which was formed back in the I960's by...
Last edited: 24 June 2009
Trivia & Fun Facts 
Common Jamaican Phrases: Hello is typically - Yah Mon (or Man), Respect, Yeah...
Last edited: 30 June 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most people get to & from in small busses, or taxi cabs.  Most people have...
Last edited: 04 August 2008
Getting Around 
Definitely try to get out, explore the towns and countryside; experience the...
Last edited: 16 October 2009
Public Transportation 
Hire a driver to make your visit more like home.  The public bus in Jamaica is...
Last edited: 19 November 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Most AI resorts have relationships with the taxi companies.  If you book your...
Last edited: 01 September 2009
Inter-Caribbean Airlines 
Here's a list of small airlines that operate WITHIN the Caribbean:   Air...
Last edited: 19 December 2006
More Taxis and Rental Cars 
All the major car rental companies (Avis, Hertz etc) have a booth directly...
Last edited: 12 May 2006
Ocho Rios Tours  
Enjoy the real Jamaica with a personal tour guide for the day. Make your own...
Last edited: 16 October 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
A perfect halve day trip from Negril is Half Moon Beach. Its only 20 minutes...
Last edited: 01 October 2009
Family Travel 
The stretch of Jamaica's North Coast from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios is where...
Last edited: 20 June 2006
First-time Visitors 
To all (American) First time Visitors to Jamaica: Jamaica is HOME to many and...
Last edited: 12 November 2008
Nightlife 
There is plenty to do at night in Ocho Rios.  One of the most popular tourist...
Last edited: 06 June 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Why have the same vacation as everyone else when you can make your Jamaican...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
The Performing Arts 
Reggae music is one of many beautiful things that can be found in Jamaica...
Last edited: 30 June 2006
Shopping 
The best Ocho Rios shopping was in the crafts mart across from the Soni Plaza...
Last edited: 31 July 2008
Sports & Activities 
Dunn’s River Falls, Fern Gully and Ocho Rios  Dunn’s River Falls, Fern Gully...
Last edited: 31 December 2006
Contact info for Schools in Jamaica 
If you're visiting Jamaica and would like to find a nearby school to bring...
Last edited: 13 February 2009
Excursion ideas 
There are countless forms of activities for all ages and interests to enjoy in...
Last edited: 13 May 2006
Interesting sites and scenes in Jamaica 
A trip to Jamaica's south coast givesa glimpse of the real Jamaica and is both...
Last edited: 04 May 2009
Other ideas 
Here's some other ideas that are perhaps a little "less common" than the usual...
Last edited: 10 May 2006
Alligator Pond 
alligator pond in not alligators in  a pond , there are no alligators in...
Last edited: 21 March 2008
Peat Taylor Tours 
We used Peat and some of his family for our last trip to Ochi, and I will never...
Last edited: 25 December 2009
Treasure Beach 
Treasure Beach Jamaica is wonderful honeymoon location. It's about a 2 hour...
Last edited: 08 August 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Here are some favorite places in Negril to have a great meal. $ Sweet Spice...
Last edited: 01 September 2009
Breakfast 
The usual Jamaican breakfast has the standard set of side orders along with the...
Last edited: 04 January 2007
People-watching 
“American style” flirting or even innocent exuberance can be misinterpreted...
Last edited: 30 June 2006
Dining in Ocho Rios 
Some favourite places to eat in Ocho Rios For a quick bite to eat: The Irish...
Last edited: 18 September 2008
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The currency is the Jamaican dollar (JD) which currently has an exchange rate...
Last edited: 21 November 2009
Crossing the Border 
Accoding to the US State Department webpage on Jamaica, travelers entering...
Last edited: 02 May 2008
Emergencies 
Dial 119 for police emergency.
Last edited: 16 January 2006
Important Phrases 
The main language spoken in Jamaica is English and sometimes Patois.  Patois...
Last edited: 04 April 2009
Telephones 
Jamaicans are mad for their cell phones.  If you are staying at a resort, you...
Last edited: 29 April 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Though many places do not allow tipping, most Jamaicans will appreciate the...
Last edited: 12 May 2009
Customs 
Many items can be purchased in Jamaica duty free, but most countries have...
Last edited: 14 July 2008
resort abbreviations 
BBB    ~ Beaches Boscobel BSB    ~ Beaches Sandy Bay BN      ~Beaches Negril...
Last edited: 07 February 2007
Vendors, Solicitors, Peddlers etc... 
One thing that every first time visitor to Jamaica should have a clear...
Last edited: 17 May 2006
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