That's a great article papa. I myself enjoy the vendors on the beach. You get a rogue one once in awhile but I find most are really good people great to chat with each day
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Agree takinitslow.
The vendors are one reason that we stay on the beach. Every thing that we want i.e. fruit, veggies. bread. juice etc. comes to us. Sure, we pay a premium over going to the store, but it is worth it to us.
Got a bottle of fresh squeezed OJ from a vendor last year...for cheap. Good juice.
I forgot his name.
I don't mind the vendors at all and find a no thanks (if I'm not interested) works well. I have bought peppa shrimp, gizzarda etc from them and all was good. I think that the "beach police" go too far at times. They think they are the real thing. Yes, they are there for the tourists but if we're not complaining then leave the vendors alone especially when getting a license is not a possibility for them.
Irie Sue
"Flex" worked the area around Sun Beach with juice.
Originally Posted by Papa Georgie
Good article but false statement by the police. They go after the regular vendors, many who are familiar names here on the board. I talked with several & they had court dates when I was there. The irony is they are required to have licenses but the government will not A.) tell them how to get one & B.) just out & out refuses to issue one. It's very frustrating for vendors who have been on the beach for many years.
Re: Jamaica Gleaner: Negril Beach Vendors...
Some of my most cherished pieces of art that I proudly display in my (Canadian) home have come from these beach vendors. I always get compliments from people who visit me and I can usually remember the name of the vendor who sold me the piece and can usually tell a little story about him/her. These people definitely add something special to vacationers' experiences! I know there are tourists who would rather not have them around, but I know there are plenty of others, like me, who really appreciate them.
Above is a wooden carved crocodile I bought from a vendor named Rise-N-Shine! My favourite!
One Love.
Jody, The Tropical Tourist
love the Jamaicans on the beach, and I think its great I can call them over or go to them for fruit etc..but if they all and I do mean all, could just go up to your chair you would never have a relaxing time on the beach just saying Lacdeloo
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