Jamaica Local Customs

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

LETS MAKE A DEAL! bargen...

by mangoblue99

LETS MAKE A DEAL! bargen your way thru the island , don't take the first price. this includes taxis. every body with a car is a taxi and they will beep and stop to get you to use there service. MAKE A DEAL!!!

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Do Go Out and 'Meet The...

by ausetkmt

Do Go Out and 'Meet The People'.the Jamaica Tourist Board has a wonderful programwhich allows you to meet and spend time getting to know a Jamaican Just Like You, Hey Mon, Remember Jamaica is a Country, it's more than an island,and the only way to see it, is with a Jamaican.

Ackee

by Jim_Eliason

Ackee is the national dish of Jamaica. It's cooked with cod in a dish called ackee and salt fish. Usually served at breakfast, the Ackee ends up looking somewhat like scrambled eggs.

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the beach = sunsets...so many sunsets!

by Ariannrhod

We saw so many beautiful sunsets i think most of the pictures i took were of just that....fantasitc view...so here are some of these:)

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Relax man !

by eddymario

The best thing about Jamaica is the easy going way of life. It's a great destination to get some rest and enjoy the beautiful beach.

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British influence

by iam1wthee

Although the poplulation is primarily of African ancestery the British still have influence here. Tea is almost always drunk no matter how hot it is.

Bring lots of small bills

by Girlie77

The porters won't ask for a tip but they do expect it.Carry your own bags if you want to save money.

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Unbelievable dreads

by asgottl

Another one of my neighbors....

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Outside of town

by Pawtuxet

Average housing outside of town...became less luxurious as you travel into the deeper country.

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Fauna

by ak47uk

When wandering around the blue mountains you might just stumble across the local fauna beware it belongs to someone.

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Top 3 Hotels in Jamaica

Blue Cave Castle  Negril

 5 Reviews and 132 Opinions  One of the most beautiful spots on the cliffs, Blue Cave Castle actually has its own cave, making it... 

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Couples Tower Isle Ocho Rios  Ocho Rios

 7 Reviews and 1157 Opinions  We got married on the beach at the all inclusive Couples Tower Island on 10/2/10. I cannot say... 

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Round Hill Hotel & Villas  Montego Bay

 9 Reviews and 343 Opinions  I got to stay one night (only one night boo!). We arrived at night and left after breakfast. I did... 

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Reviews and photos of Jamaica attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Jamaica sightseeing.

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Q:  We will be stopping at Ocho Rios for one day this January on a Carnival cruise. Do you guys have any ideas for using this short... 

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