Country Info
- Kingston
- Capital
- Jamaican dollar (JMD)
- Currency
- 2,665,636
- Population
- JM
- Country Code
Jamaica Slideshow
Forums from Jamaica
Choices, choices, choices...
Posted by deroque49
I hadn't really looked into Jamaica. I'll think about that. And Los Roques is definately already in the trip itinerary. I'm very excited for Los Roques.
Olympics
Posted by introducinlyric
did anyone watch the mens 100m sprint final..it was awesome and the guy who won Usain Bolt from Jamaica smashed the world record seemingly without effort especially towards the end of the sprint when he was looking at the crowd rather than the ...
Olympics
Posted by mmbcross
It's so good for the national ego when a smaller less developed country wins medals. Just look at Jamaica and Kenya. Even poor Zimbabwe, in spite of all their troubles, is shining. Is athletic prowess a sign of better athletes, or more money to spend ...
Olympics
Posted by sianeth
did anyone watch the mens 100m sprint final..it was awesome and the guy who won Usain Bolt from Jamaica smashed the world record seemingly without effort especially towards the end of the sprint when he was looking at the crowd rather than the finish ...
Olympics
Posted by introducinlyric
did anyone watch the mens 100m sprint final..it was awesome and the guy who won Usain Bolt from Jamaica smashed the world record seemingly without effort especially towards the end of the sprint when he was looking at the crowd rather than the finish line ...
Top 10 Nude Resorts
Posted by starlagurl
... even first timers have no problem shedding their clothes." 9. Negril in the Nude: Grand Lido Negril Resort & Spa, Negril, Jamaica - Average Nightly Rate: $523 Whether you dress up for a romantic meal, or really "dress down" at the clothing- ...
Why people stay away from the USA
Posted by laorfamily
... deaths, but also reveals an overall rise in non-firearm related violent crime[not in citation given]. Violent crime accelerated in Jamaica after handguns were banned.[105] The FBI's annual Uniform Crime Report ranking of cities over 40,000 in ...
Barbados
Posted by mmbcross
To my knowledge there is no surfing in Jamaica, but the suggestion for Costa Rica is brilliant. Just take a look at this web site to make your mouth water: Surprisingly enough, Guatemala: And of course all up the Pacific coast of Mexico. Keep in ...
Barbados
Posted by kris
... go for 150usd.. theres also bathsheeba which is one of the caribbean islands top surf spots.. you could do it also in jamaica.. staying at ...theres diving over in negril, and you could play with dolphins and stingrays at dolphin cove in ocho rios.. ...
Barbados
Posted by mmbcross
... a bit of everything, outstanding beaches and fair scenery and historical sites. Could go on for ever. St. Kitts, Nevis, Monserrat, Jamaica, Cuba (off limits for us I'm afraid), the ABC Islands, Margarita and Los Roques, San Andres and Providencia. ...
A, B, C or D!!!
Posted by semi-backpacker
Which one of those is Sydney?? ;-) J/k I would go to Victoria and hit Melbourne first. If you were visiting the Caribbean, which would you visit first? A. Dominican Republic B. Puerto Rico C. Jamaica D. Bahamas
Drinks of the Caribbeans!
Posted by starlagurl
Hello Everyone! I would say my favorite drink in Negril, Jamaica this February was definitely Water, I was constantly thirsty, so I drank plenty! I also tried this wonderful drink, while I don't recall the name, it was a mixture of ...
Drinks of the Caribbeans!
Posted by troispistoles
Anybody tried the Red Stripe, from Jamaica? Coming in an old fashion bottle!
Should airlines cancel near-empty flights?
Posted by mmbcross
... probably on a flight that pack passengers in like sardines. By the way, airlines already combine flights. Have you ever been on a "codeshare" flight where, say, you buy a ticket with Delta and find you are flying on Air Jamaica? Cheers Martin
Traveler IQ Challenge
Posted by rbisset
Jan Mayen, Jan Mayen!!! What the hell is that! I thought it was near Jamaica.
Beers of the World
Posted by wakingdream
... like you guys had a really good time! I've got a hankering now... I wouldn't mind trying the In Heat Wheat Hefeweizen, Spaten Optimator and the Yes, Jamaica just to name a few! How were they? Or are you having trouble remembering!?
Those little moments.
Posted by bloomer
Today, I was doing some work in a regular client's house, stepped out for a coffee. She works for the JPNDC (Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Comittee) and lives in Egelston square, part of Roxbury, which, though a 5 minute walk from where I ...
Best beach destination Top 10
Posted by rickthrn
best beach in the world so far has to be Winnifred Beach (poor people's beach) in Port Antonio in Jamaica.....not yet bought by Sandals despite several attempts which have led to protests by local people. white sand, clear warm tropical water, cold ...
i need an e-ticket to copy
Posted by peacefrog
... on travelpod yet? jess - i agree about the bull that LP writes, but i met a guy who had his passport conviscated in jamaica until he produced a ticket home, they wouldn't accept an onward ticket.. but he was traveling on a polish passport though.. ...
i need an e-ticket to copy
Posted by kris
... cell on travelpod yet? jess - i agree about the bull that LP writes, but i met a guy who had his passport conviscated in jamaica until he produced a ticket home, they wouldn't accept an onward ticket.. but he was traveling on a polish passport though..
Remember when...
Posted by laorfamily
... (I think I was in Puento Arenas) I called them up. Sh*t happens all over the world, in Indonesia, Beirut, Buenos Aires and even Jamaica, so now I'm glad to have easier ways to keep in touch then count on the local phone company. I still sign in at the US ...
Good bargain places in the Caribbean?
Posted by Mark
... sort of small town, a beach and snorkelling would be very nice, but a beach is sufficient. I have heard a lot of negatives about Jamaica, and Haiti isn't on my shortlist, but has anyone got any ideas on quiet beaches that are not resort type areas?
ever wanted to leave plane mid-flight?
Posted by kris
... a punter who came into my work.. he was telling me he has a fear of flying, so when he had to go and fly to jamaica for a holiday he started freaking out at the start. when the hostess started showing him the lifejacket, he got up and wanted to get out, ...
I Hate Hot Food!!!
Posted by whereshegoes
Speaking of HOT food...what country boasts the hottest sauce? I have heard stories from Jamaica and Belize but Mexico has their habaneros...
Costa Rica - west or east?
Posted by Incrediblelife
... ve been and loved? Both towns and accomodation recommendations would be great! Thanks! Jenn PS We're looking at doing Jamaica as well - any recommendations on accomodation there (not expensive though) would be greatly appreciated too!
i need a vasocationi
Posted by jayr0ck
So since it seems like I'm the only one out of my friends that has money it looks like I'm going solo. I plan on visiting kingston for 5 days. I was wondering how much us dollars I need to have a good time. I will be going to bars and resturants ...