Need your help - arriving tomorrow with my 14 year old daughter

[Jaherring]

Keep a close eye on your daughter. Be safe.

[booger]

I am travelling with my 14 year old daughter and sister and still feel concerned. What about safety? I head Michael at Bar B Barn protects the guests well and I have already told them I cam coming with my daughter and if any man says/approaches my daughter there will be hell to pay. She is not used to staying at a hotel that is not in a resort setting – are there many stray men around 7 mile beach near Bar B Barn? I know some women use this a time to “have fun” – we are looking for family time and safety and security. What about going into town and to the jerk shacks? Thanks!

I would go elsewhere based off of what you wrote. A 14 year old girl will attract attention and it seems that you are not prepared to or do not want to deal with it. I personally would not have any issue taking a 14 year old child to Negril.

[hey_mon]

We have taken our kids to Negril and no more problems there than at home. Great opportunity to teach her how to travel safely while still finding a way to interact and appreciate another culture.

[Jamakafun]

Our beautiful daughter has travelled to Jamaica with us since she was 5 years old and is now 21. She is a beautiful, slim young lady with big brown eyes and long brown hair. Since the time she was about 11 years old many Jamaican men showed her plenty of attention. We keep our eye on her and as long as Mama and Dad are watching all is well. I know she thinks she can handle situations, but I know she is always happy to know we are very near by. The attention can be fun, as long as it doesn't go too far. Better to be safe than sorry, and to have a wonderful vacation. Have fun and stay safe.

[Michw]

Thank you very much for your response. I very much appreciate it. Looking forward to relaxing and will keep my daughter close. Good suggestion about the driver - had thought about that as well. And Vince, to your point no I didn't do any research at all. My grandmother was from jamaica and I grew up very comfortable around West Indian culture - I want my daughter to experience a vacation in her ancestral roots in an environment that's not sterile like an all inclusive. At the same time want to make sure she is protected and feeling safe and not hassled. Thanks all and thanks Rob!

Michelle

[HarryS]

Have fun, don't forget to have a conversation about ganja before you get there.

[georgelenard]

Have you considered locking her in your room! lol other then that let her get an education of a life time!

[Crossjamaicatours]

Hi, do not worry and just relax and enjoy when you are in Negril. If you need taxi to move around or take on tour call us. We would be happy to assist you.