Are the mosquitoes bad in late November and early December? Thank you in advance for all replies.:)
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Are the mosquitoes bad in late November and early December? Thank you in advance for all replies.:)
Prepare for mosquitos. They were out and about when we were there last week. They particularly like Negril Addicts!
The mosquitoes in Negril love the fresh blood! Seems some people react badly to the bites, while the mosquitos don't seem to bother the local residents nearly as much. Remember the Great Morass behind Negril is a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. A repellent for the after sunset time would be a good idea.
If you know your hotel/resort does not supply mosquito nets over the bed(s), you might consider bringing one with you. You can buy one for less than $10.00 on ebay and they are easy to hang
They are around. I am much happier staying in a place with window screens - no bites!!
I am one of those that react badly to the bites - they swell right up and God forbid I happen to scratch one - the itching will not stop. One November I had so many bites on my lower legs, I could not shave them. (and I was wearing bug spray)
I still bring bug spray with me and ALWAYS bring Bendryl spray to use after I get a bite.
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this product stops the itch instantly and I find it works better than 'Afterbite'. It comes in a stick form and a cream also.
http://www.benadryl.ca/topical/itch-stick
Maybe if someone stays on the cliffs, the mosquitos aren't as big of a problem, for those that react severely to the bites.
I have noticed that local people wear long pants and long sleeve shirts at night
early morning and early evening are the times I find are when they are at their hungriest. They sure do itch and I spray myself to try to avoid them. I'll have to check out that itch cream Tawnee thanks for the referral.
if you look close you can see little "numbers on thier sides", along with human outlines with x's through them.....:)
I have found them to less prevalent in the cliffs versus anywhere near the beach.
I have found that I should use repellant when going out in the afternoon or evening regardless of where I am going. One evening (it was in December), I was sitting cliffside at 3 Dives watching the sunset, and unbeknownst to me, sand fleas were coming up out of the small patch of sand on the cliff's edge and devouring the backs of my legs. It wasn't until the backs of my thighs felt like they were ON FIRE that I figured out what had happened. I probably had at least 50 bites that were red, swollen, and so itchy that it was difficult to sleep. I have problems with mosquitoes everywhere I go as well, must be something about my body chemistry. I've been eaten alive by mosquitoes at Seastar during the daytime while sitting at the bar.
I use a natural insect repellant, it's not as effective as DEET, but it's better than nothing and I hate putting toxic chemicals on my skin. I also take a box of citronella votive candles and place them all around when sitting outside on the verandah-- this helps, but I have to literally surround myself with them and make sort of a citronella force field. I still come home with some bites, but a more tolerable amount.
I am from Northern Ontario. I am impervious to mosquito bites! If you have ever been here you know what I am talking about.
Same thing happened to me at 3 dives on my last trip. Last time I'll forget to put repellant on when I head out.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hettie
I got really chewed by the sand fleas. We were often out on the beach in the early morning and around sunset. The bites were worse than mosquito's. I knew about the evenings but did not think about the early mornings. I will know for next time.
I get eaten alive here in Minnesota where skeeters are the unofficial state bird.
For some reason the Jamaican variety don't seem to like me. 17 trips in 12 years and I can count the number of bites and have fingers left.
Now sand fleas, that's another matter entirely.
Bless...
Ed
Ras Walleye! That is exactly the same thing I notice
I get eaten alive in the states too, and I get giant welts all over, especially my ankles and wrist areas...it's horrible.
But in Jamaica, I can't remember having any issues with bites or mosquitos
But, at the beach parties, the sand fleas have a field day!
That is weird
This is a little tutorial on the negril mosquitos..done last year..:D
http://youtu.be/4i78dUdpIJo
i bring benadryl :-) non-drowsy
I've never had a problem with them. I live in Florida and spend a lot of time on and near the water. It's about the same.
Cut a lime in half & squeeze the juice into your hand & then rub it on arms & legs...it works for me for awhile (not all night), smells nice, is cheaper than bug spray & has no harmful chemicals.
Nice yellow flip flops... LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by Patty Sather
Hahahaha..good observation joe :D
never have had a problem with mosquitoes in Negril..........
didn't even have screens on the windows in the old cottage.......
of course growing up in New England hardened this guy to mosquitoes and black flies.........
so if there are mosquitoes in Negril..........they never seem to bother this guy..........
but dem dayum sand fleas on the beach in the evening are another story...........
make sure you spray your feet pretty well or you'll find yourself serving dem dinner.........lol
Cool Runnings, Marko
You can reduce your chances of being a mosquito buffet by bringing someone along with you. As my wife and I can attest, only one person gets bitten while the other remains spotless. Bring along a friend(?) to sacrifice to the mosquitoes and spend your vacation in blissful serenity! Of course, it could backfire and you'll end up being the one devoured. One never knows who they'll choose...
I remember reading about wearing a flea and tic collar on your ankle for sand fleas....any truth that it works?
The only problem I see with that, is I'll be craving some tequila....Quote:
Originally Posted by northcoast