I wish someone would try that with me hahahaha it would make for a great part of my trip report to say the least.
I wish someone would try that with me hahahaha it would make for a great part of my trip report to say the least.
here is what you need....lol
I made a bunch of these for a friend of ours...........
Last edited by Rambo; 08-30-2011 at 03:09 PM.
"One of the laundry gals pipes up ,,"LOOK AT DA BLOOD"
"YES,THAT WOULD BE MINE" I said as my leg that at first gave no pain, started dishing it out in large bunches........"
want more read our blog? our first trip.........http://negril.com/forum/entry.php?58...-The-Beginning
Interested in your restaurant list. Can you please post in excel format on the board. If not please PM me. Thanks in advance.Originally Posted by Living_the_Dream
He already did post it here;
http://negril.com/forum/showthread.p...nly-my-opinion
Manda- I've been following this thread too. I don't agree with the opinions of the person who started the thread but I agree that everyone is entitled to express their feelings.
Don't feel like you have to hold back in your trip report. I certainly didn't. I wrote about my honest impressions, good, bad and everything inbetween. No one is going to blast you for it. trust me. Your insights and opinions will be appreciated. I'm really looking forward to reading your impressions after your first trip to Negril!
Okay, Granted...
if you write that the beach is "filled with fools that you wont give a dime to because they annoy you" and say "the beaches of Jamaica are like the internet...full of annoying spam" you might not receive the most favorable response. That certainly did not sit well with me either.
They're just trying to make a living selling their fruit, crafts..etc. I personally enjoyed all the interesting interactions with vendors. This is part of what made our vacation so unique and memorable. If you're not interested, a simple "no thanks" works. Some are more persistant than others. Like that crazy massage lady that chased Maryann! but that's really not a common thing. Nothing like that has happened to me yet. Although I agree, that would certainly make for an amusing story to share in my trip report if it did! lol
Last edited by Clarity; 08-31-2011 at 01:44 AM.
Carpe Diem
Well said, Clarity!
And I agree. I have also been following this thread and typically I dont comment on these type posts but I felt like I wanted to add my little $0.02 here
I also understand the OP, and when I first started reading it I thought I was going to agree with someone who was simply going to state that sometimes the vendors were a little too much. I am not sure that many on this board wouldn't agree with that. Some days I feel I would rather not have to say no thanks, and other days I enjoy the interaction and the "free delivery to my beach chair" I mean you could honestly never have to get up (welll maybe to go to the bathroom).
And I know full well that the vendors can be too much for some folks. Typically when people in my life ask me about Jamaica, I know who they are and I can judge if they will be the sort of people that will do just fine or if they are the type of people better suited for an All-Inclusive property. I even have some friends that I know without a doubt that Jamaica just isnt the place for them, you know what I mean? So when people come to me about Jamaica, I lead them in the way I feel most appropriate for them. I dont make the decisions for them, dont get me wrong, but I tell them which route I think would be best.
So, yes, we all understand that there are vendors on the beach. We also understand that sometimes they can be too much. Some people it doesnt bother at all, some people it does. Some are better at the interaction than others, which I think has a lot to do with how you will feel about the interaction.
So we Self-Proclaimed Lovers of Negril are not blind or unaware or in some sort of denial.....but the reason for the defense was because this person was not coming on an open forum and saying "Hey everyone, you know I found it a little annoying having to deal with so many vendors on the beach. Does anyone else share this feeling? Any advice? I was frustrated by it and not sure I had a good time because of that. Should I try again, or should I go somewhere else?"
You know, if it was posted in that way it would have been much more well-received. But the poster came on here with a post that seemed like he was attacking the great people of Jamaica, who are friends with many of us. And it seemed even more personal than that, some of the tone and words used and accusations were horrible, and just mean and unecessary. So I think thats why many on here responded the way they did.
If someone came to you and said, "You know I think your best friend is a little rude and she hurts my feelings, what should I do?" You would be ready to help that person probably......but....
If that person came to you and said "Your best friend is an evil, ugly hideous b**ch" I bet you wouldnt respond as nicely to them
So...thats just my take on the situation.
I definitely understand where he was coming from. I have been annoyed before, I have even been taken advantage of, but then I learned how to handle myself and it hasnt been a problem since. But never have I generalized an entire country of people before and pointed a finger like they were somehow all out to get me!
Stay on this board and listen to stories and advice and ask questions and you will do just fine on your first trip....better than just fine, you will have the time of your life!
I knew i shouldnt have bothered posting on this thread. I look forward to documenting my own experience in 24 days!!!
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
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