To all concerned about beach vendors!

[SVW]

I've been to Negril 9 times over the past 17 years & the beach vendors are part of the scenery & one of the reasons I love Negril. It wouldn't be the same to me if I sat on the beach & there was no fruit lady passing by or Norman & all the rest. I've bought from both of them. The best pineapple I ever tasted I bought from the fruit lady. I especially like the beach musicians who pass by. I always give them a few $ to sing to me. I honestly wouldn't enjoy Negril as much if all these people disappeared. I have run into some pushy ones on a walk but 99% of the time a no thanks has been enough. The only place I don't like walking past is Roots because some there can be pretty aggressive but I do it anyway & just walk past there a bit faster. I have had a lot of fun talking with some of the vendors over the years. Please don't take them away!

[Rob]

I've been to Negril 9 times over the past 17 years & the beach vendors are part of the scenery & one of the reasons I love Negril. It wouldn't be the same to me if I sat on the beach & there was no fruit lady passing by or Norman & all the rest. I've bought from both of them. The best pineapple I ever tasted I bought from the fruit lady. I especially like the beach musicians who pass by. I always give them a few $ to sing to me. I honestly wouldn't enjoy Negril as much if all these people disappeared. I have run into some pushy ones on a walk but 99% of the time a no thanks has been enough. The only place I don't like walking past is Roots because some there can be pretty aggressive but I do it anyway & just walk past there a bit faster. I have had a lot of fun talking with some of the vendors over the years. Please don't take them away!

Did you email the Chamber?

[Jamakafun]

Thanks for bringing this matter to our attention, and yes I emailed. I recently visited Ocho Rios and I did have a nice vacation, but it sure wasn't Negril. The vendors are a great part of my enjoyment when visiting Negril, along with everything it has to offer. I also urge others to email the address above.

[SVW]

I just sent my message to the chamber. I hope it helps.