Whereas I did have a water sports business on the beach from 1976 - 1986 I would not start one now. Remember that in those days Negril was a much more laid back place than it is now. Far less bureaucracy, competition etc.
My intention now is the farm my property and some leased land I have. I have always known that the real wealth of Jamaica is in the land. Right now hotels will buy all the "bumpy" bananas they can get. Peppers, tobacco, ginger etc are all good crops that always sell. Chicken and pork also. It goes without saying that farming is a full time job and having the family all working and sharing in the profit (if any) is of major importance. Two of Izel's grown son's live at the yard and now that we have water they can stay home and farm instead of going to the morass to grow food crops.
My son is a red plate taxi and my daughter is opening shop sometime later this year. Much different than being an ex pat
You need a well thought out business plan and a thorough working knowledge of how things work in Ja. Having successful people in your circle of friends doesn't hurt either.
As far as success goes ....... I know a lot of Jamaicans who start a business (shop) and fail. It's not just limited ex pats
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