We've brought our kids to Jamaica several times when they were between the ages of 2 to 17. For the most part, I think there is definitely a higher level of respect shown. Some individuals are still overly aggressive but most of the Jamaicans we have encountered really love kids and it shows in how they treat you as a family. "Family mon" was a phrase that my husband heard frequently and I would be called "mama". Plus, exposing your kids to another culture is a great learning experience for them.