Quote Originally Posted by Loveanother View Post
Family came March 7th expecting a quickie visit we are all still here. What a blessing to be able to eat out of garden have everything in the yard with exceptions of staples here & there. Jamaica has done an amazing job with the measures they took with closing down things when they did. I feel they should be congratulated! Our only issue is the 2 teenagers & school work finding a place to have them complete there necessary wotk. Also it's been a huge problem with trying to file for any reemployment due to the website or could be because have been trying to access sites out of country. If anyone has any suggestions as most all business are closed except grocery, banks so they are lagging behind in there studies. Jamaicans are taking this very serious even the beaches are closed and curfew in effect. Walked from far westend to town for excercise and it really is a site to be seen no people. It is blessing in disguise in someways as families get to spend together however, people are really suffering finacially as we all know they rely heavily on tourism. If anyone has a link to a place or teacher where the kids could go spend a hour or two couple days a week would appreciate. I am sure alot of people who left when advised are wishing they stayed. To all be safe and loveanother and if you have dear ones here send your love thru me If I see them I surley will pass it on. Much love to all.❤
Negril is certainly different. With all the "entertainment" (bars, clubs, etc.) closed by order and most small businesses closed by choice, walking the West End is a new experience.

The beach was only closed on the Easter Weekend and with nearly every hotel not being open makes for another unique walking experience.

We know several teachers, but virtually no one is allowing strangers in their house at this time which is the correct thing to do.

We helped as many visitors as we could to find new flights when theirs were canceled and they were happy to be returning home. For those with scheduled flights after the flights were grounded, many had to seek new lodging when their hotels shut down. We directed them to the remaining open hotels.

With that in mind, the only option I can think of for you to find Internet access would be to try one of the two hotels that we know have been open. The closest for you would be Seastar Inn. I am not sure how or if they are charging for access, but buying something there may get you access for the kids.

As for your reemployment websites, there is a strong chance that being in a foreign country is blocking the access. You will need to download a VPN that makes your device seem to be in your home country.

Of the few dozen visitors who are still "stranded" here, they worked out their Internet issues early on and have stayed in touch with their family and friends. I remember you asking about getting a new SIM card sometime last year, if you have a smartphone, buy credit and get a plan with lots of data. Turn on your hotspot on the phone and you should be ready to go. Your kids can connect to your phone just as they would any other WiFi.

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.