Feed Editor (Unlicensed) 6 Apr 2007 00:01:20 GMT Planning a Jamaica Vacation? Find out when to go, where to stay, what to see and do. Get all the facts and insider's information you need to plan your perfect Jamaica getaway. http://www.jamaica-insider.com/index.shtml en Jamaica posesses a sensuous and hypnotic charm that will grab your heart the moment you see it. With spectacular mountains that sweep down to white sandy beaches, sparkling waterfalls, and lush tropical foilage, its a place of raw, absolute, and stunning beauty. But God didn't stop there. He blessed Jamaica with a warm, fun-loving people and one of the most vibrant culture in the world. No wonder Errol Flynn called it "Heaven on earth". 6 Apr 2007 00:01:20 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaica.shtml Jamaica culture is a rich and vibrant blend of traditions from diverse countries, societies, and ethnic groups. Its people are warm and friendly with a little edge and lots of gumption. Its foods are hot and spicey yet tatalizingly tasty. The music is hard and heavy yet can hypnotize you with its groovy rhythms. Jamaica culture has a slow and laid back pace that belies the intense spirits and determination of its people. 6 Apr 2007 00:01:20 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaica_culture.shtml "Out of Many, One People", is the national motto of Jamaica. It truly captures the essence of the Island's diverse ethnic groups that called themselves Jamaicans. Few countries the size of Jamaica can boast such a wide variety of facial features and skin tones. Rarely will you find such a small country whose people and culture exert so much influence far outside their borders. 6 Apr 2007 00:01:20 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaicans.shtml The first thing you should consider about your Jamaica vacation is what kind of vacation you want. Is it a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation with your kids? Are you the laid back type that just need a beach with a cozy hammock in the shade and a good book, or do you want non-stop action-packed vacation? Do you want to experience Jamaica culture up close or do you prefer the familiar comfort of the tourist's corridor? How about night life, is it important to you or it doesn't really matter? And do you want a vacation in the busy tourist corridor or do you prefer to be off the beaten track. The answers to these questions will determine which area in Jamaica you should stay. 10 Apr 2007 13:51:29 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/vacation_planning.shtml ADC6ACA9-1D8B-4C14-8E06-5B073EC8C60C Golf has long been the sport of Jamaica's elite class long before tourists started taking vacations to the island in the early 1970's. It is therefore no wonder that Jamaica boasts more major championships golf courses than any other Caribbean destination. With courses designed by renowned golf architects, some will challenge even the top PGA Tour professionals while others are friendly to even high-handicapper. So whether you are a scratch golfer or a week-end hacker with a high handicap, there is a golf course in Jamaica that will fit your game and your vacation perfectly. 10 Apr 2007 18:00:50 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/attractions/jamaica_golf.shtml 761CD3C4-E51B-47D3-BBB6-B92492A31E18 Groovy, hot, and Heavy, Jamaica music have risen from the slums and ghettos of Western Kingston to become one of the most recognizable styles of music today. This pulsating and unique sound of Jamaica can hypnotize you and compell you to rock to its up-tempo rhythms. 9 Apr 2007 23:16:56 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaica_music.shtml 7A1364F5-C7EB-4EB4-B39F-02359A925B8E Jamaica history is as colorful as it is fascinating. Its a history of Spanish explorers and colonial masters; Of Caribbean pirates and rebellious African slaves. Mostly though, its the story of a proud people with a spirit and determination to struggle, fight, and persevere for what they want. Through colonization and slavery; emacipation, rebellions, and independence, Jamaica history has helped shape one of the most diverse people and vibrant culture in the world. 9 Apr 2007 23:20:07 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaica_history.shtml E05F7BA5-0F9A-4673-AC75-8B0A7E056393 Jamaica food is shaped by its diversity and created out of circumstances, coincidences, and hardships. It is a carnival of taste and flavors. From the well known such as hot and spicy jerk pork and mouth watering "curry goat" to lesser known local dishes like ackee and salt fish and "run down", Jamaica foods will exite your palette and have you asking for more. 9 Apr 2007 23:21:45 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/jamaica_food.shtml 703C7AE4-5D29-4059-836D-267FF00D9462 In the history of Jamaica and the Caribbean, the Buccaneers was the most notorious and feared group of armed men. Led by the Legendary Henry Morgan and operating out of their base in Port Royal, Jamaica, this group of outcasts became the fiercest and most ruthless fighting force the Caribbean ever seen. 9 Apr 2007 23:23:22 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/buccaneers.shtml BB08A15D-1648-466E-893D-134BA581CDEB Lush, secluded, and unspoilt, Port Antonio is the most naturally beautiful area in Jamaica and perhaps its best kept secret. Movie star Errol Flynn said it is more beautiful that any woman he had ever seen. He also called it "Heaven on earth". With the imposing Blue Mountain peak as its backdrop and overlooking the azure water of the Caribbean Sea, Port Antonio has a certain charm that has been drawing celebrities such as Ian Flemming, Bette Davis, and Ginger Rogers for several decades. It is off the beaten track, but if you are bold enough to venture here, you'll be rewarded with an unforgettable Jamaica experience. 9 Apr 2007 23:33:33 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/port_antonio.shtml 8695480A-6FBF-4FD0-B3DA-57056EEBA09A Dubbed the "Capital of Causal", Negril, Jamaica, is a freewheeling, carefree, and casual town where the unwritten dress code is swimsuit, shorts, and sandals. Some people say Negril is a state of mind. It can be whatever you want it to be. For your vacation, you can do everything or nothing. Want to hang out on the beach all day? No problem! You'll find some of the best in the world here. How about watching some of the most spectacular sunset? You are in luck. Not only is this the perfect place to do so; it is a required ritual. So shed your worries, your inhibitions, and even your clothes, and come enjoy one of the most laid back places in the Caribbean. 9 Apr 2007 23:32:26 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/negril.shtml 2F1411BE-0130-4755-A7EC-A21067296EA7 Ocho Rios is the "Sea and DO" capital of Jamaica. It is the place to enjoy some of best attractions and activities Jamaica has to offer. It is the home of Dunn's River Falls, the most popular attraction in the Caribbean. It is also the most popular port of call for cruise ships in the Caribbean. 9 Apr 2007 23:31:29 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/ocho_rios.shtml 7AE14F0E-78CF-45EE-AAAD-03AAE06DAAF0 Montego Bay is the hip and happening tourist destination in Jamaica. It is a crowded and lively cosmopolitan resort city in which two worlds collide right before your eyes. 9 Apr 2007 23:27:48 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/montego_bay.shtml 70A5E036-695C-4A46-8F81-58094867E3F4 Kingston is the heartbeat of Jamaica and sets the pulse for the rest of the Island. Vibrant and lively but chaotic and brimming with gumption and gusto, Jamaica capital city is an untamed and unwieldy territory that requires strong nerves and fearlessness to survive. Through earthquakes, fires, and hurricanes, Kingston, like its people, has fought back with a certain fierceness and determination that help it, not only to survive, but flourish. 9 Apr 2007 23:26:51 GMT http://www.jamaica-insider.com/kingston.shtml 9F4C1DF1-EF03-4766-A4E6-69DEBB3242E9