well put billndonna, by the way I go by shaggy here but this is S&K steve and kathy, I believe you made it to both our boardies partys we threw, the one year we had it at Xtabi , the next year we had it at a resort up a road on the cliffs, having a brain fart , can't remember the name but it was more of a pool party. We will be in Negril a bit earlier in Feb. this year starting on the 2nd, dang still can't remember the name of that resort , we had the place almost to ourselfs
Originally Posted by chi-town
Interesting comments. I have been going to Jamaica for 31 years consecutively and again coming this Christmas in Negril (28+ years consecutive) and always staying on the beach at a guest house hotel.
I also have noticed an evolution of comfortability walking the beach especially at night let alone along the West End Road.
Back in the 80's and 90's, it was not an issue to walk home from Rock Cliff, Pee Wee's+ other restaurants dinner... beautiful night, reflective.... same as on the beach.
Not as comfortable now with heavier road traffic in West End + overaly aggressive higglers on the beach at night.
Nevertheless, the positives of Jamaica, Negril, the people, the overall experience still strikes very close to the heart and look forward to coming home every season.
As back home, know where you are going, be aware and treat people with respect...... No issues to go out and enjoy Jamaican hospitality.
Everything Irie!
Rob
Seriously that was one of the best crafted and intelligent responses I have ever read. Good on you man!!!!!!
That being said....I often wonder why visitors to Jamaica feel that it is supposed to be some Nirvana exempt from the ways of the world. I live in Memphis, Tennessee. My city has been dubbed one of the most dangerous to live in and my State was voted the #1 most dangerous state in the US. What happens in Jamaica is child's play compared to here. The original post in this thread is full of old crimes that happened over several years....just watch the morning news here with me tomorrow and you will hear things that will put that mess to shame. That being said...your mother told you certain truisms to live by and things to look out for, she never told you to do these things just in one place, she intended that you wear them like an armor where ever you roam. She will not always be there with you, so she did not give you this advice just for one day, one week, or one year, but for life. BUT she never meant for you to spend your life living in fear, spend thousands of dollars to go on a nice vacation, and then be so tense that you cannot enjoy it. Is it too much to ask all visitors, AI or non AI to bring their brains to Jamaica with them along with their suitcases?
I love Negril and have been there a lot, but there is crime there. I would not say it's unsafe, though. It's a very peaceful place. But beware of your belongings because things like cell phones and lap tops can sometimes disappear a bit more frequently than your average US city.
Not sure where you get your statistics, Gerry...but as someone living here daily and from both Rob's and my own personal experience, I would definitely have to disagree with you. I've seen more electronics etc. that were lost/misplaced being returned to owners than anywhere else I've ever lived.
But, the same as anywhere...you should always look out for your 'stuff'...opportunists are everywhere...tourist and local alike.
I left a walking cane in a taxi. It was returned to me within 2 hours.
I left a bank card in the machine in Falmouth. A woman ran down the street to return it to me.
Frank, my advise would be for you not to travel alone & you may need medication. You'll probably forget this...
I'm sorry. What did you say?
If you know a local, ask them where to go and when to go. They know the whole scoop on what has been happening in Negril up to the minute. In fact, take a local with you, if you know and trust them .... see some sights you have not before. Just don't ask someone you don't know what such and such a place is like, where you are going, how long you are staying etc. .. this has all been said before anyway.
We have left places now and again, when a local has decided the vibes changed ... not something I would have noticed.
If you're on your own, two or more ... stay on the beaten track and use the wise advice to take tourist cabs and enjoyyyy Negril. No jewellery, no purses or computer stuff except your camera, unless you are going to a 'special' place with security !!
Can't wait to get to Negril again :-)
This is why we are so happy that we have our friend Doc. He looks after us while we are in Negril and if we are looking to do something that isn't the 'mainstream' activity he comes with us and is always there to look after us. He's like family. We also have a large collection of contacts and stuff who we consult with while we are there. Luckily we have never had any issues so far in Jamaica. As always think twice and be safe. That applies any where you go!
Some people were born in the wrong century....I was born in the wrong country!
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