Manda...you should have posted here! You perspective was just as important as anyone else & you questioned the content respectfully.Originally Posted by Manda81
I knew i shouldnt have bothered posting on this thread. I look forward to documenting my own experience in 24 days!!!
We often forget that on a public forum we are talking to the world...and the world doesn't always understand or agree with us...starting with language and cultural differences.
No worries!
Well said Marley.
I enjoy the long-time vendors (not the drug dealers) on the beach. Have not had any negative encounters.
"Massaging", touching, rubbing aloe, trying to tie on a bracelet or put something in your hand is crossing the line big time for me. I don't hesitate to make that loud and clear if necessary. So far, it's not been necessary. Some of the pushy vendors are counting on the fact that most tourists don't want to cause a scene so will part with a couple of dollars. I say if you are uncomfortable and feel harassed, feel free to get LOUD and make a scene (i.e. "I SAID No Thank You!" or "Are you trying to sell me COCAINE?" at the top of your lungs) - then keep it moving, just walk away. Most of the harassers have a set territory on the beach and won't stray far from it. Some beach residents may even come to your aid because they don't need that type of activity in front of their property.
Hi all
First post-have to start somewhere. I agree that the vendors can be a little annoying at times but the one that truly drives me nuts is the cigarette guy and only because he seems to come at me from behind with that growl... CIIIIIGGGGARRRETES!!!. To say he startles me is an understatement LOL
Thank you Lisa... it just seems and I haven't been apart of the board for all that long but I do remember for week reading the threads before joining that people were in much happier spirits maybe it's just that time of year ... everyone must get back to Negril and smile
10 More days for me!! I am all smiles!yipeeeee, Manda you are gonna Love it!
Ohhh...Manda...then you wouldn't have liked this board a few years back...it was a bit of an un-monitored free-for-all...
Rob came back to clean it up...and thankfully it's now not the scary, cliquey place it once was.
We are lucky here to have an wonderful and eclectic group of long timers, mid timers and newbies!!!
CYA SOON!!!
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lol@Lisa! Yes CYA SOON indeed!! my first night in fact ... I may apologize now for whatever state I may be in ... tired.. travelled.. excited.. drunk? (maybe) lol First night in Negril.. First night in JAMAICA! I'll be silly giddy.. playful.. CAN'T WAIT! I feel sorry for Andre already ... he really has no idea what he's signed up for hahaha
I have not read all the posts, but most of them seem to focus on how to say no or not interested. I have found that a little joking around works for me.
These vendors I believe are very good humored and hear no mon/not interested all day so I chat briefly with all of them as I walk. I figure as tired as you may be of being approached they respond very well to light humor.
A quick joke and “hey where close buy can I get a cold beer…thanks man”. I have said “no smoke” many times, but I don’t think I have uttered “not interested” even once. This may not be everyone’s personality, but my point is there are many many ways to easily deal with vendors without saying no. Have a little damn fun people...your on vacation
For me, it's all part of the experience. When I am approached I tell them no and they leave, I've never experienced vendors who won't take no for an answer and have never been chased or woken up. So, it doesn't really bother me. I'm not in Negril for very long so I just deal with it.
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