Anthony Bordain makes second show in Jamaica

[Living_the_Dream]

We watched the show, we loved the first one he did on Jamaica. Through the first half of this show I was very disappointed. Once the show was over I took away the deeper underlining of the show. What I took away form it was what I have known for years. What we love about Jamaica is the people and the small places along the road. If we do not support the small business guy, restaurant, shop or market the part of Jamaica most of us love will disappear. The super clubs and chain restaurants will eventually take over the entire island.

Sometimes after you have been to Jamaica multiple times maybe you don't need any souvenir's but you need to stop by that little shop on the side of the road and just spend $10. We don't need to always need to find the rock bottom price on a red stripe but look for the coldest red stripe and just pay the price. We normally always eat at the Sharks, De Bar, Murphy's and 3 Dives type restaurants. Yes you have Rockhouse, Ivan's, Blue Mahoe, Kuayaba's of the Island and I'm not saying don't eat there but limit those trips and enjoy more meals at small family owned place and have a good meal and get to know the locals.

If we don't all make a effort the Jamaica we all know and love will be gone!!

I think that was the message Tony was trying to get out there with this show. At least that is what I hope he was saying!!

[Junior Bailey]

As anyone got a link to the whole show?

[newfiegirl59]

well said living the dream, I think that's the message he was trying to convay.

[Seveen]

i thought the show was too politically charged and was not up to his previous shows of providing a good overview

Crap. This was the worse episode I've seen of his. No energy. Plus his handlers sure had him see a side of Jamaica I never see: Michael Lee Chin and Chris Blackwell

i already emailed him a proposed itinerary for his next trip that included Accompong and the Blue Mountains and locally owned guesthouses - and my tour services :-)

[goldilocks]

I enjoyed the Winnifred beach segment because I love a good local beach - the food looked awesome, and the glimpse into Trident because I know nothing of the "elite" Jamaica.

[Seveen]

Trident was so "elite" he was the only guest there lol

[Living_the_Dream]

I agree the show was not one of his best and if you had never been to Jamaica it would be easy not to have the best impression or get the deeper meaning of the show. I was hoping for a lot more!!!

[deanna]

I just finished watching the episode very interesting and I feel I have to take a trip to Port Antonio before it's all commercialized!!

[yetta]

I actually enjoyed it! The unspoiled areas of Jamaica are truly to be cherished. Port Antonio was once the elite, then things changed. There is no comparing it to Negril or Mobay...it is now, to me, so unappreciated. There is a beauty and the past charm, that makes it one of a kind. I was rather impressed that he brought out the fact that some areas of Jamaica are best left untouched. Yes, development can bring big money but the peace and tranquility of certain spots are better left untouched. These areas are IMHO, going to be the place that some folks will seek, that are looking for a low key impressive getaway; yet I don't feel they have to be "elite" resorts. I still adore Negril and always will. However, there is a special place in my heart for Port Antonio.

Even on my frequent visits to Negril, I tend to seek out the road less traveled and frequent the "local" bars and restaurants with only a few visits to the more elite places. To each his own...vacations/holidays, are to be enjoyed with one's personal preferences of how they want to spend their money and time. May we all enjoy our visits the way we want. Choices are ample in Jamaica!!

[booger]

I actually enjoyed it! The unspoiled areas of Jamaica are truly to be cherished. Port Antonio was once the elite, then things changed. There is no comparing it to Negril or Mobay...it is now, to me, so unappreciated. There is a beauty and the past charm, that makes it one of a kind. I was rather impressed that he brought out the fact that some areas of Jamaica are best left untouched. Yes, development can bring big money but the peace and tranquility of certain spots are better left untouched. These areas are IMHO, going to be the place that some folks will seek, that are looking for a low key impressive getaway; yet I don't feel they have to be "elite" resorts. I still adore Negril and always will. However, there is a special place in my heart for Port Antonio.

Even on my frequent visits to Negril, I tend to seek out the road less traveled and frequent the "local" bars and restaurants with only a few visits to the more elite places. To each his own...vacations/holidays, are to be enjoyed with one's personal preferences of how they want to spend their money and time. May we all enjoy our visits the way we want. Choices are ample in Jamaica!!

I have to concur with most if not all of what you said. While his view might not mesh with others experiences, it was a different perspective, so take it for what it is worth. Regardless, it is nice to see Jamaica get some exposure. I for one do not feel it cast a negative light on Jamaica and I'm sure it will influence many to make the trek.

I personally prefer the boutique places to stay and the bars and restaurants that are not overrun with people. Give me a 3 hour domino night at a place like Spyda's anytime over an AI experience. Not that anything is wrong with an AI experience, this just happens to be my preference. I have met a lot of great people all over Negril and this would not have been possible with the sampling of one property. I look forward to visiting PA and this episode only solidified my desires.