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Inside Background
Architecture 
Read the following site about some of Jamaica's Architectural History...
Last edited: May 13, 2006
Culture 
Jamaica is one small place with a whole bunch of culture. Irish, English...
Last edited: July 17, 2008
Health & Safety 
Jamaica is not the crime ridden, "danger lurking around every corner" island...
Last edited: June 23, 2008
History 
The original Arawak or Taino people from South America, first settled on the...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Jamaica's two major cities are Kingston and Montego Bay (Mo' Bay). The latter...
Last edited: March 26, 2008
Recommended Reading 
A couple good books to read that are set in Negril, Jamaica are:  1. Banana...
Last edited: November 05, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The website for the Jamaican Tourist Board is   www.visitjamaica.com  
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
For more details on temperature and stuff like that you can check any search...
Last edited: May 03, 2006
For ALL first time visitors to Jamaica 
Remember these things, keep a level-headed perspective and you should have an...
Last edited: June 23, 2008
General Information 
Kingston is the capital of Jamaica and well worth a visit.  There are some...
Last edited: June 26, 2006
General Information 
While visiting Jamaica, it is a good idea to spend some time in the Ocho Rios...
Last edited: June 26, 2006
Getting Married in Jamaica 
Getting married in Jamaica is very easy.  To get married legally in Jamaica, no...
Last edited: July 07, 2008
Ideas For Helping Primary Schools 
Here is a beginning list of ideas and items culled from the "Jamaica...How You...
Last edited: March 16, 2008
Introduction 
US Dollars are widely accepted in Jamaica, and seem to be preferred.  Just...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Jamaican Music: Reggae 
  Reggae music is the music of Jamaica which was formed back in the I960's by...
Last edited: November 13, 2007
Trivia & Fun Facts 
Common Jamaican Phrases: Hello is typically - Yah Mon (or Man), Respect, Yeah...
Last edited: June 30, 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: March 18, 2008
Getting Around 
Definitely try to get out, explore the town and experience the local...
Last edited: November 14, 2006
Public Transportation 
Hire a driver to make your visit more like home.  The public bus in Jamaica is...
Last edited: November 19, 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Most resorts have relationships with the taxi companies.  If you book your...
Last edited: April 24, 2008
Inter-Caribbean Airlines 
Here's a list of small airlines that operate WITHIN the Caribbean:   Air...
Last edited: December 19, 2006
More Taxis and Rental Cars 
All the major car rental companies (Avis, Hertz etc) have a booth directly...
Last edited: May 12, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
The stretch of Jamaica's North Coast from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios is where...
Last edited: June 20, 2006
First-time Visitors 
To all (American) First time Visitors to Jamaica: Jamaica is HOME to many and...
Last edited: April 03, 2008
Nightlife 
There is plenty to do at night in Ocho Rios.  One of the most popular tourist...
Last edited: June 06, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Why have the same vacation as everyone else when you can make your Jamaican...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
The Performing Arts 
Reggae music is one of many beautiful things that can be found in Jamaica...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
Shopping 
The best Ocho Rios shopping was in the crafts mart across from the Soni Plaza...
Last edited: May 16, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Dunn’s River Falls, Fern Gully and Ocho Rios  Dunn’s River Falls, Fern Gully...
Last edited: December 31, 2006
Contact info for Schools in Jamaica 
If you're visiting Jamaica and would like to find a nearby school to bring...
Last edited: May 29, 2008
Excursion ideas 
There are countless forms of activities for all ages and interests to enjoy in...
Last edited: May 13, 2006
Other ideas 
Here's some other ideas that are perhaps a little "less common" than the usual...
Last edited: May 10, 2006
Alligator Pond 
alligator pond in not alligators in  a pond , there are no alligators in...
Last edited: March 21, 2008
Treasure Beach 
Treasure Beach Jamaica is wonderful honeymoon location. It's about a 2 hour...
Last edited: August 08, 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: December 03, 2007
Breakfast 
The usual Jamaican breakfast has the standard set of side orders along with the...
Last edited: January 04, 2007
People-watching 
“American style” flirting or even innocent exuberance can be misinterpreted...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
Dining in Ocho Rios 
Some favourite places to eat in Ocho Rios For a quick bite to eat: For lunch...
Last edited: June 05, 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: February 26, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Accoding to the US State Department webpage on Jamaica, travelers entering...
Last edited: May 02, 2008
Emergencies 
Dial 119 for police emergency.
Last edited: January 16, 2006
Important Phrases 
  The local dialect in Jamaica is Patois.  It is a broken English mixed with...
Last edited: June 09, 2008
Telephones 
Jamaicans are mad for their cell phones.  If you are staying at a resort, you...
Last edited: April 29, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Though many places do not allow tipping, most Jamaicans will appreciate the...
Last edited: July 03, 2008
Customs 
Many items can be purchased in Jamaica duty free, but most countries have...
Last edited: July 14, 2008
resort abbreviations 
BBB    ~ Beaches Boscobel BSB    ~ Beaches Sandy Bay BN      ~Beaches Negril...
Last edited: February 07, 2007
Vendors, Solicitors, Peddlers etc... 
One thing that every first time visitor to Jamaica should have a clear...
Last edited: May 17, 2006
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