8 Helpful Jamaican Patois Phrases You Should Know

Some frequently used Jamaican Patois phrases to know if you’re spending time on the island. They will make communication with natives easier, bridge the communication divide, and cause you less frustration.  Mi soon com Wah Gwaan Nuh problem mon/man Jus roun de carna/jus up de road Yeh man or yeh mon Mon/man Yu gud Irie … Read More

Folly Lighthouse_ A Brief History Of Lighthouses In Jamaica

Jamaica’s first lighthouse was built in 1841, but they have been around for centuries. Guiding ships into ports and protecting them from dangerous reefs. Many people don’t know their significance or care. I was once such a person. Since discovering the movie “Light House,” I started taking notice of these unique monuments. They are prominent … Read More

Is There An Airport In Ocho Rios?

When traveling to Ocho Rios, one of the most common questions is, “Is there an airport in Ocho Rios?” Unfortunately, the answer is no.  Kingston Airport is the nearest Airport, with regular international flights.  There are also airports in Montego Bay and Saint Mary. The Ian Flemming International Airport is less than fifteen minutes from … Read More

Historic Site In Jamaica, Colbeck Castle

Not what you would associate with Jamaica, Italian styled relics from the sixteenth century. Colonized by Spain in the fifteenth century, then by Great Britain from the late sixteenth-century until 1962, the island has many remanences of its former colonial masters. Colbeck Castle being one. Located in Old Harbour, Saint Catherine, this castle is magnificently … Read More