Btw, drinking age in Jamaica is 18...
Btw, drinking age in Jamaica is 18...
Its not the drinking age at issue. Some hotels refuse under-21's because they don't want spring-breakers.....especially all-inclusive's...Originally Posted by ukran1ans
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Ratty2, AI option or not, I would remind the young adults to be cautious, trust their instincts, and not be overly trusting of strangers. (Whether in Jamaica or at home). Trust is earned, and it is wrong to extend your trust to a person in a measure that exceeds your knowledge of that person. And them tell them to have fun! Perhaps one of the workers at a small Jamaican (non-AI) hotel could be a great resource for them.
I think a group of three young adults would be alright in Negril without the AI option, and they might enjoy the day to day adventure of finding new places to dine and spend their time.
I have fond memories from my younger days in Negril of such things as waiting to hear the horn of the ice truck to run and buy a piece of ice for my beer cooler, (not every shop had cold beer back in those days, unless they too got some ice), and walks to the little shops to buy supplies, and the satisfaction of finding a little cook shop with amazing Jamaican food. So many times I was told not to eat the "tourist food".With an AI option, I would not have had many of those great memories.
Thank you. Great advice
Thank you..great advice
Thank you...good adviceRatty2, AI option or not, I would remind the young adults to be cautious, trust their instincts, and not be overly trusting of strangers. (Whether in Jamaica or at home). Trust is earned, and it is wrong to extend your trust to a person in a measure that exceeds your knowledge of that person. And them tell them to have fun! Perhaps one of the workers at a small Jamaican (non-AI) hotel could be a great resource for them.
I think a group of three young adults would be alright in Negril without the AI option, and they might enjoy the day to day adventure of finding new places to dine and spend their time.
I have fond memories from my younger days in Negril of such things as waiting to hear the horn of the ice truck to run and buy a piece of ice for my beer cooler, (not every shop had cold beer back in those days, unless they too got some ice), and walks to the little shops to buy supplies, and the satisfaction of finding a little cook shop with amazing Jamaican food. So many times I was told not to eat the "tourist food".
mi wasn't most older when mi first landed in Jamaica when mi was a kid.....
first it was with a bunch of people from Amway where everything including food was paid for in advance...so that made it easy
second time was Hedo II when it was all single people....which also made it easy......
and I didn't have any problems cause mi made it easy for myself the first couple of times cause everything was paid for......
mi biggest fear would be if they were to run out of money.....they be in for a horrible vacation...
and most young kids can't always be good with money...some are....some aren't......
so overall mi would concur that an AI type place wouldn't be a bad idea at all.....cause everything is paid for.....
on future trips once they get a feel for the runnings......then dem be okay......but the first time out of the gate...maybe not
so if dem were to get an AI or place where mostly all the meals and drinks are included.....it make it the easiest for dem...
just mi two cents.......hey they could of been traveling since they were in grade school so this could be for not with da blah blah blah......lol
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Have you considered Crystal Waters? Small place with 10 villas, 1, 2 or three bedroom, located adjacent to Margaritaville, but very quiet, extremely well ran operation. There is a housekeeper with each unit that keeps the place spotless, but will also buy the food and prepare breakfast and dinner if requested. That means the visitor is not out having to go out find every meal. We ate in for every breakfast, and most dinners, leftovers for lunch some days, but tried other places a few times too. I felt like I had been a guest in someone's home. I am sure they will want to explore Negril, but also have a home base that is convenient and safe. Negril Tree House has a great beach bar two doors up, and also Margaritaville next door for a quick safe place for after dark fun. Of course, they can go anywhere if they feel adventurous, but Crystal Waters is a great blend of a AI safe place, but the full dose of the real Jamaica.
Thank you for this reply. Good option
If this is a concern, I would propose that an ATM card with a low daily limit would be an solution. If they can withdraw only a certain amount per day, the budgeting is partly done for them, and they couldn't blow it all at once.
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