"But someone who just comes on and bashes, that's not acceptable at all. First you have to prove yourself that you love Negril, then I'm willing to hear your OPINION .... I mean, I REALLY love Negril, but I've met a few nut jobs there myself!!!!"
I don't really understand that comment. If someone write a "trip report" or review of a place or places I would hope they would be honest about EVERYTHING. I like reading about sunrises and sunsets, nice outings and adventures. I get bored reading about folks getting drunk off their asses day in and day out. But that's just me.
The part of your comment Gerry that disturbs me most is the part about proving yourself that you love Negril. I've read MANY a trip report and review of folks where Negril was simply not their cup of tea and have enjoyed reading their truth, findning out WHY they didn't love the place. Its really not for everyone...but I take into consideration ALL opinions, not just those that "love" Negril. I enjoy reading different perspectives. I know Negril a certain way and I like to hear about other people's experiences here....whether they "love" it or not.
A lot of us are regular visitors - some have been coming here longer than others, some spend extended time here. Based on that is how our own personal experiences and opinions are formed. I find it interesting as a part time resident here to not only read about but WATCH how some folks treat this place and her people like their own personal Disneyland. I have also found it interesting as of late how people prepare for their trip report....not just their trip. People get excited about giving the blow by blow daily, sometimes hourly on this and other boards....I find that interesting as I am here to really PAY ATTENTION and really EXPERIENCE which is why when I write of my experiences in Jamaica it is done in retropsect. Not a judgement - just a personal preference for me.
And as far as "nutjobs", sure Negril like any other place on the planet has their characters. But to tell you the truth...the "nuttiest" people I have met in my 30 years coming here are are some tourists.
Tic, I wish you and your family the best. I hope you got everything out of your trip here and eventual trip country-way that you'd hoped for. A vacation is for letting go and gaining perspective and I hope you and your family achieved that.
Safe travels.
Originally Posted by rastagirl777
