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[kaycee]

Hello Everyone!

This is kind of a trip report but not really...

I'm new to the board but I have been reading posts everyday! I made my first trip in May 2012 to Negril. I loved being there and I plan to come back for a few days to unwind. (September 14-18th).

I have never been outside of the US before and I had a month of from work and school...instead of sitting around, I decided I would be adventurous...I applied for a passport which took only a week...then within the next 4 days I was on my laptop 24/7 researching Jamaica. I decided Negril would be the place for me! I'm a young, black female and I have a few friends and family in Jamaica but none could go with me or show me around.

In April I contacted what I thought was a resort and they sent me the most awesome pictures! I couldn't find any negative reviews and it was within my budget so I went with it. I arrived in Mobay and boy was immigration packed!! I stood in line for nearly an hour...then I was abruptly pulled to the side and an agent asked to check my bags and passports. I read before hand that this is normal and I had no problem.

As soon as I stepped out of the confines of the airport I was immediately rushed! I'm a young female traveling alone, so I instantly put my guard up. One guy took my luggage, proceeded to walk away with it and I'm standing there slightly confused. I ran after him, snatched my luggage back and waited...then I spotted a person holding up a huge sign with my name on it I will leave out my drivers name but he was a very nice older gentleman.

An hour and a half later we pull up to my room and it looked nothing liked the pictures I received. This place was slightly run down but the owner was nice and I did not want to stay A/I. So I stayed for a few days in one room and eventually upgraded to a cottage with kitchenette. The best part was, it was right across from the beach and there was a guy cooking jerk chicken (Everyday). It was good but I've had better...no complaints though!

I guess what I'm trying to ask is can anyone recommend a nice place for a solo female traveler?? I was thinking Kuyaba?? I appreciate the suggestions.

and Please let me know if you want pics or for me to continue my story!

[Marko]

wi want both.......pics and story.........lol

for the beach how about Bar B Barn........great location and decent place and guest friendly.........
or maybe you'd like Coco La Palm..........

for the Cliffs you have a lot of choices but it is not as lively as the beach..........
Catcha, Blue Cave Castle, SeaStar Inn, Catcha Gardens, etc........
so many choices......so likkle time

Cool Runnings, Marko

[TizzyATX]

Can we have both? Pretty please?? LOL

That sunset is GAWGEOUS

[T&A]

If we can expect the same great quality story and pictures, by all means carry on!

[nutz4travel]

Patiently waiting... More please!

[kaycee]

Day 1: May 6, 2012

The day started out pretty early for me! I could not believe I was in Jamaica!! I quickly got up, dressed and went outside to search my surroundings. The property I stayed on was okay but I hated the fact that the pictures did not match up. For breakfast I just had fruit. I’m not big on meats especially pork so that was good enough for me. Turns out I may have a partner in crime after all…LOL! My good Rastafarian friend Dre or Ras Dre volunteered to show me Negril. He lives in Manchester and makes the most beautiful crafts. He knows he is being made famous, as I speak! Our first stop was Hi-Lo…we loaded up on spring water, a few vegetables but no fruit…we decided to get that at a roadside vendor. Dre is a tall lanky guy with long dreads and me, very short with currrrrvvess! I knew we looked very interesting while walking but I took no notice only my surroundings! We finally make it back to my room but the heat, walking and excitement had me beat…I take a nap. This nap was about 2.5 hours long. I needed it because the night before I arrived and did not get in my room until 10:30pm.

Day 1: May 6, 2012 Part 2
After I awoke and freshened up. Dre and I decided to hit the beach. We walked along, being stopped every now and then by vendors. I’m the type of person that can’t say no, so I did buy a few items. We were offered weed but quickly said no. The same guy who offered us weed went up to a couple from Great Britain and gave them a sob story about his kids being sick…WOW!! The GB couple did not take the bait and he moved on when he saw security. We saw a guy placing table out on the sand, then lighting candles, so we decided to have dinner here. It was called Sun Beach Restaurant & Bar…very romantic. That night there was a live band, they played old school reggae…how cool is that? We both had rice and sautéed vegetables with an iced Mango Drink. As gentlemen should, Dre paid for both of us and escorted me back to my room.<<<End of a long but terrific day!!







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[kaycee]

Of Course!

[flfungal]

Thanks, and please continune! As for your question on places to stay on your next reach, check out negrilonestop.com

[Guirigay]

More Please!

[Eden]

Hi Kaycee!
Loving your report! Your sunsets are incredible! Where did you stay?