Hello! (visiting jamaica) - Jamaica Talk

CySurflex · #1 (**permalink**) 11-13-2005, 06:57 PM

Hey everyone,

Been reading this board for a few hours and saw how friendly all the people here are, this is a great community!

I'm going to be in MoBay for a week with my girlfriend in early December... it would be cool to meet some locals and see some of how the real jamaicans live and not always go to the touristy places... Any suggestions on how to go about this?!?

Anwyay, keep partying people,
Later...

Tia · #2 (**permalink**) 11-13-2005, 08:33 PM

welcome cysurflex. i'm glad to know that you think highly of our community.

where in mobay will you be staying? i've found that it's very easy to meet people in jamaica and many of them will be more than happy to show you around or tell you what kind of places to check out. the people you interact with at the hotel may even be your best bet since they deal with tourists regularly. they are employed by the hotel they are less likely to try to take advantage of you without risking their jobs. just ask the bartender, housekeeper, or bellman about what you're interested in doing and they'll hook you up. and be sure that if they take care you, you take care of them in return. a tip is a great way to show your gratitude!

Star · #3 (**permalink**) 11-13-2005, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Tia

welcome cysurflex. i'm glad to know that you think highly of our community.

where in mobay will you be staying? i've found that it's very easy to meet people in jamaica and many of them will be more than happy to show you around or tell you what kind of places to check out. the people you interact with at the hotel may even be your best bet since they deal with tourists regularly. they are employed by the hotel they are less likely to try to take advantage of you without risking their jobs. just ask the bartender, housekeeper, or bellman about what you're interested in doing and they'll hook you up. and be sure that if they take care you, you take care of them in return. a tip is a great way to show your gratitude!

You go Tia! and I am backing you 100% on what you said about how to get to know the real Jamaica.

Star · #4 (**permalink**) 11-13-2005, 09:38 PM

Welcome to ETJ and I must admit, this is the best site around!

I am so happy that the both of you are interested in seeing the real Jamaica and believe me, you won' regret it! There is nothing but fun fun fun in Jamaica! And I know the two of you are going have a blast!

dudley one · #5 (**permalink**) 11-14-2005, 02:39 AM

welcome cysurflex, you've made the right choice in to joining, you won't regret it. post away lyke krazee and njoy.

Jamaica Miss · #6 (**permalink**) 11-14-2005, 01:33 PM

Cy, welcome to the board. I will be glad to meet with you at a place on the Mobay strip if you PM me. I may be able to answer some of your questions about Jamaicans and their mode of living here. If you are not comfortable with this, welcome to Jamaica and Mobay, and have a great time! Peace n nuf luv, JM

kikikalonji · #7 (**permalink**) 11-14-2005, 06:34 PM

Welcome to our wonderful community

I'm glad you stop by and I hope you continue posting!

windypace · #8 (**permalink**) 11-16-2005, 01:51 AM

Welcome... and I am jealous....

Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica.... MAN, I can not wait until July!!!!!