Manda's first trip to jamaica sept 2011

[Ti2m]

Manda,

My wife has been telling me about this thread for weeks. I've finally read it over the past two days and absolutely enjoyed every page, comments and all. You are an extremely talented writer and can really paint a picture with the written word. I had to laugh because as I started getting into it I was thinking this is a movie ... then a few posts later I saw it was being cast. If you do submit a screenplay to Hollywood, end it somewhere before you land in Toronto. You airport experience there was a real downer. What a shame you had to end a trip like that on such a sour note. I can tell from your writing that it really did not affect your positive vacation memories and that is how it should be.

Thank you again for a wonderful contribution to this forum.

Timm

[butterfly]

You see, manda all your responses from this post says it all, your writing style has a way of bringing what you write to light. We can actually vision your vacation and that's a make for a great novel. Yes, our 1st trip was similar, birthday, old friend reunion and exploring the isand and all. It would be a good idea to meet in Jamaica one day. After every return from Jamaica and rebooking the next trip gives me such a thrill. It gives me something to look forward to. That adventure fix I crave so much for Jamaica. My next trip in January, I will explore St. Elizabeth,Rebel salute and Little Ochi for seafood and the Appleton Estates, St. Andrew for the weekend to visit some friends, and Port Antonio again. I can't wait maybe I will do a trip report, i have learned a lot from reading yours

[Manda81]

Timm- I'm flattered that your wife suggested you read my report and thanks for taking the time too. It's been wonderful reliving my experience and I'm just happy that everyone enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it

Vi - I saw some of your pictures on the other board. BEAUTIFUL!! Are you a photographer?

Maryann & Tizzy -Thanks to both of you for following along as well. I can't thank everyone enough really lol it's been fantastic like going on my first trip twice!

Maryann, I'm already getting a very annoying itch to book my next flight lol I'm not sure that I could ever write another report for everyone to enjoy as much as they
did this one but hell half the fun is in the trying

[Manda81]

ohhh please do write a report!! Already I'm excited with the line up you have already. St. Elizabeths you say?? Well if you find yourself going through Malvern or planning to, let me know you could meet Andre!

I completely look forward to one day meeting up with you in any of the Parishes and Miss Blue too!!

[Pisces]

Wowza Manda...what a journey!!
Thanks for sharing, you have a wonderful and easy way with words I truly enjoyed tuning in every day for an update!
All the best to you!

[Crazymel21]

I haven't been here on the boards in a really long time, but I just got back from my trip to Negril on the 15th and have been thinking about Jamaica every day sine I got back. I found my way to your post over the weekend and absolutely fell in love with your story Manda! This is the type of story lots of gals dream about, I can't wait to hear how your relationship blossoms with Andre between now and your next visit. Please keep us all updated!

[Sexybutterflyatl]

OMG OMG OMG Amanda I LOVE your trip report..I totally know the feeling of going to JA solo thinking ok is he really going to be there to pick you up!...I remember my first solo trip i was having panic attacks and all!!...FOR no reason...trip was great!!..I
totally feel you about not wanting to stay in the AI's once you get that real feel you do NOT want to be behind no d$# gates!!!

[Sexybutterflyatl]

I am the same way as soon as i get home i am looking at airline tickets n prices trying to plan my next trip!!

[suzengrace]

I've gotten the shake-down from customs too...Though not as intense as you...That really sucks...No, every time i come back thru (and usually Charlotte) The TSA are the rudest to me..Asking very personal questions, how I can afford to go ,why ,etc,etc- etc,...and then it really sucks when I get flagged and have to wait for them to search my bags more..and they keep me waiting so that i miss my connecting flight...That Enrages me !!!! and of course they never find anything...

Before packing-I always go thru my clothes, luggage -just in case mi friends smoke somehow got mixed up....I dont do drugs-and rarely par-take in the green...Now rum and Guinness, thats a different story..(LOL)

[shellyk]

I think you were probably flagged cause you were a single white girl travelling alone and alot of their interrogation was just fishing to see if you would fess up about anything...just my opinion. Scary sh**...hope I never have to go through that.

15 Trips and NEVER have I had this happen. I must look like the prude bi**** that I am. I asked once if I could take a picture of the beagle dog and he said no. I did get the dog to scratch once for food (McDonalds) in my bag. I switch planes with lay overs two to three airports each trip. I don't even get questioned coming in anymore, it always used to be who you coming to see you got a boyfriend here. LOL Manda you are strong I wouldnt have given up any names but probably would have puked and bawled just at the accusation.