Rant? Try google; crime stats for Cancun ,Mexico" Six strangled and one beheaded", how bout Boston,Ma. Jan"six dead in first 4 weeks " Come on people: leave your gold at home and go to the beach for what it's worth FUN.
Printable View
Rant? Try google; crime stats for Cancun ,Mexico" Six strangled and one beheaded", how bout Boston,Ma. Jan"six dead in first 4 weeks " Come on people: leave your gold at home and go to the beach for what it's worth FUN.
Well writing Rob. ONLY THING BAD ABOUT YOUR POST WAS THAT YOU HAD TO MENTION THAT FOOTBALL TEAM IN OHIO.
I find it very interesting the juxtaposition of some top threads recently. A few asking for and detailing how to procure illegal items and then a few lamenting crime. Food for thought.
Very well said Rob! I was accosted and robbed in Paris and I won't hesitate to go back. Paris didn't steal from me, a jacka$$ did and they are everywhere.
I've been surprised over the years that I haven't heard of more thefts...
It happens everywhere...we live in a very small town in middle georgia....not a whole lot of crime....but my wife was walking around the track, as she and many others do everynight....when she got back to her car, the window was smashed and her purse was stolen....happens everywhere....and when it happens to u, u feel violated...ths happened in oct, i think...she walked 5=6 days a week prior to the incident, just now gettng back to a regular walking schedule....
Cant wait until our trip in April...
I live in Lower Merion...and yes break ins are happening daily here. I spent a lot of time in Negril in the late 80s and early 90s. Haven't been back in 20 years. Just booked a trip for March. I must say hat I am nervous about the trip...not so much about crime at all but more about seeing changes in Negril that will make me wish I left my love for Negril in my memories of how it used to be. But everything changes and crime happens everywhere. I wouldn't go to certain places in Philly after a certain hour and now in my little Narberth town I lock my doors everytime I go out. Ten years ago we all left our doors unlocked in Narberth! And just to note, I had some travelers checks stolen in Negril in the 1980s...never stopped me from going back. Getting married and having kids was a much bigger deterrent to visiting Negril then crime :-)Quote:
Originally Posted by Hussyband
How many more people are going to say *crime happens everywhere*?? Ok. we get it.
We travel with our young daughter every year and notice a big difference than when we visited Negril as a couple traveling with two other people. With our daughter things are different. When we walk down the beach early at night we aren't bothered by anyone. There is a certain level of respect that is given and I appreciate that. We don't stay out late at night, even when we have a babysitter. So, I can't comment on the late night bar scene. We have friends coming with us this year and I have warned them about certain things, husband thinks that I'm being a little ridiculous, but I wouldn't be a good friend if I didn't give them my 2 cents.
I noticed the same thing traveling with my little ones
Tizzy, I am hoping the same for me...no I am not bringing kids...but I am OLD.....I think I get a lot of respect just due to my age!
Juls, I don't know what your definition of "old" is :o, but I can tell you that I made a lovely new boardie friend this last trip, who brought her elderly mother with her and she said that the locals treated her SO so good! I think you will have a wonderful experience. Will this be your first time?
Yes, my first trip to Negril! I am encouraged by this!....(if all else fails...maybe I should bring my Mom!!)
See. That's why you're in charge, Sir Rob! Very well said! Great points and food for thought! So well put! (See, Bnewb. I TOLD you he was more than just a pretty face! ( :) ) Kidding aside, Rob, that was very well said and very well put. Thanks. We needed that. You put the whole thing in perspective.
And I can't wait to see you this week end!
Great post Rob. Agreed 100%.
I did notice also that the vibe was different when we brought our daughter along, who was ten at the time. Nobody approached us to buy "stuff", the vendors were less aggressive, and people were friendlier....if that is possible! It was refreshing. Of course, we didn't do the 'adult' stuff with her. It was a very nice trip and needless to say she is always wanting to go back.
Amen!
Hehe...how old do I have to be to be treated "good"....sorry...couldn't resist...
A little limp is always helpful! LOL!
I'm coming down there in Mid Feb. I'm originally from NYC, and have traveled pretty extensively around the world. Never really felt that I had to have my "A" Game on anywhere I went, but have to admit to feeling apprehensive about coming to Negril. Been to Jamaica several times - from cruise ships and once to an AI in Montego Bay. My wife and I have always enjoyed "going native" as it were wherever we have traveled which is why she selected this trip.
I however just want to go someplace and chill - NOT have to keep looking over my shoulder and wonder who is going to rip me off etc. THAT isn't vacation. Too late - we are coming. I hope this vacation is not a referendum on my ever coming to Jamaica again and I hope I don't have to bring my "A" game as my "A" game comes complete with 24 years a veteran in the Army. Wanted to leave that particular "A" game in the past forever...
Mi Lady and I have not had a negative incident happen to us in over 20 visits since 1991. We've done some stupid things - too much to drink mostly - but nothing bad has ever befallen us. We don't go looking for trouble and so far trouble has not found us.
We don't smoke dope, shoot heroin, snort crack, walk the beach alone at night, walk the road very far at night, take route taxis, trust anyone we just met. We have a travel safe, lock our doors, don't leave anything of value out in the open in our room, don't walk around with a wad of cash, do not wear expensive jewelry (which we don't much at home either), don't tell anyone we don't know where we are staying or that we just got in or how long we'll be there. We are polite to the vendors, do business with those we like and trust with a polite "no" to those we don't. We "Respect"!
We have lots of fun, gets lots of sun, drink lots of Red Stripe, have lots of meaningless conversations with numerous others having meaningless conversations, have made lots of friends along the way who we can trust and with whom we can have a few laughs, give back what we can to help the poor and kids of Negril, and return home safe and sound with many more memories to help us through until the next reach.
I don't know yet whether I want to live in Negril full time as Rob and lots of others have; but I never ever feel reluctant about returning to enjoy our little piece of paradise in Negril as often as we can afford it.
Nice post Weathermon! I agree completely.
" You don't need a WeatherMon to know which way the wind's blowin'" .. But I am sure glad we have one. Love your takes, but careful about those meaningless conversations. They have a great way of adding a whole lot of meaning to our lives. Peace...Quote:
Originally Posted by Weathermon & Mi Lady
From what I understand, if you're experience in MOntego Bay especially via cruise was comfortable for you, then you should be absolutely fine in Negril.Quote:
Originally Posted by evorbach
Don't sweat it too much, there has been a LOT of talk about crime on this board lately but at the same time there are several tips that have been posted, if you follow those, shouldn't have any problems whatsoever. :)
have a great time, enjoy the vibes :)
Loved your entire post. But this especially.....I think this is really what it boils down toQuote:
Originally Posted by Weathermon & Mi Lady