Jamaica Local Customs

In Jamaica, or at least...

by diver-x

In Jamaica, or at least Negril, everyone has something to sell. Try not to let the constant sales pitch get to you and just realize that everyone's gotta eat and have a roof over their head.

Yet more birds...

by bkathryn

So here's another 'wildlife' picture - we spotted this vulture hanging around near the property of my friend's family, near Falmouth.

Doctor bird hummingbird

by bkathryn

Here is a not great photo of the Doctor bird hummingbird at Rockland bird sanctuary in Anchovy. This is the national bird of Jamaica.

Jamaican speed bump!

by bkathryn

I imagine there are different names for 'speed bumps' everywhere. In Canada they're 'speed bumps' - in Jamaica, 'sleeping police'!

Wood carving's are everywhere....

by Plookie

Wood carving's are everywhere. The Jamaicans are great at this. You deserve to buy at least two wood carvings while there on the island.

While there, you will...

by eljusto

While there, you will eventually be asked to buy marijuana. There is never any pressure though, and if you simply say no thanks, they will leave you alone.

January 6th is the Jamaican...

by asgottl

January 6th is the Jamaican New Year. Thousands of people from all over the island head to Maroon Town for the festivities of Accompung. It's truly a cultural treat.

Learn a little of the lingo -...

by SunnyIsle

Learn a little of the lingo - it makes the natives pleased - 'irie' 'hol tight' 'back a yard'

relax.

by aa8ua

When cooking don't forget the...

by FoodieSteve

When cooking don't forget the local herbs.