2nd trip to Negril

[Angel Babee]

Last year I went to Negril with my friend, my first international trip. That wretched wench hurricane Sandy cancelled my departing flight and drove me home the morning after my first full day on the island I really didn't get to do anything at all, had to pack my suitcase within an hour of waking up and was home before nightfall.

So, I have 25 days and a wake up until I touch down in Jamaica again. I booked another trip the night I got home from the first one....

I'm bringing my husband with me this time, he's never been...I want to look like I know what I'm doing.

I know that I should make no concrete plans. I made a few mistakes during my last reach that I'd like to avoid , but I also learned a few things.

• I need to buy a few bottles for my room
• I know I need to make one large trip for cash (JA)
• I need to bring my own smokes
• I need to have some idea of how far things are from my hotel, so that I'm not spending ridiculous amounts on multiple transports!

My husband has the gift of negotiation, so that's the ONE thing I'm NOT worried about!

Please Oh Wise Ones...guide this silly girl! I know there's so much to see and a bunch of stuff to do. What I really want to know is....

If you only had 1 week in Negril, what would you absolutely have to do?!?

Thank you in advance!

[nutz4travel]

One love bar crawl for sure - a great way to experience the West End

This is the link to the 2011 Negril map - http://www.talkofthetownnegril.com/N...ap_2_15_11.pdf - I think there's a newer one, but this is the only one I have the link for. This will give you a great idea of where things are in relation to one another...

Relax and enjoy your time in Negril!

Where are you staying?

[Melody]

Good for you, getting right back on the horse after a disappointing first try!

Did you see the following thread which gives some answers to your question?

http://negril.com/forum/showthread.p...out-a-visit-to

2nutz's map is the most recent I know of. Depending on where you stay, but I've found I can walk to get cash and get enough for about 2 or 3 days at one time. You should be able to get a taxi for about $500j, one way (or less). If you have a private airport transfer, you can stop for some cash, booze, and other supplies on your way to the hotel. You can buy duty free cigs for about $35/carton on arrival at the airport.

I agree with the Bar Crawl. Have at least one sunset dinner on the cliffs. Try as many of the recommended restaurants, high and low end, it's a foodie's delight in Negril. I like to spend some time at Xtabi one day and take my snorkel gear. The view is amazing. Walking the beach, checking out little places, talking to locals, stopping at a few happy hours is the best part. Being serenaded by strolling musicians while you're on your beach lounger. Buying freshly squeezed juices from the guy who walks the beach. Buying a Jamaican patty from Norman (makes his rounds on the beach everyday with his cardboard box balanced on the front of his bicycle), or go to Niah's and have a big one freshly made. It's the little things that make it special. Just soak up the experiences on every walk, conversation, taxi ride.

Enjoy, wishing you wonderful, calm weather this time around!

[Angel]

Have a good time.

[jimnkim]

enjoy

[rocknrollfarmer]

Walk good ! Smile lots! Evryting irie!

[Jim-Donna]

We love to get up early, and walk the beach and watch the beach come alive.
Have a GREAT time!

[St. Anthony's Kitchen]

Stop by at St. Anthony's Kitchen, early morning, or lunch time.... you will see first hand how the community of Negril helps one another

Blessings!
St. Anthony's Kitchen