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Jamaica's Role in The Development of the Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Line Tourism Industry (Part 2)

Jan 28
5 min

Jamaica's Role in The Development of the Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Line Tourism Industry (Part 2)

"America cannot be long blind to the wonderful advantages offered by this beautiful spot as a winter resort." So wrote the much-travelled author, Ella Wheeler Wilcox in the early 1900s. Today, tourism has become a mainstay of Jamaica's economy – about 30% before the Covid-19 pandemic. During Ms. Wilcox's time, travelers to Jamaica came aboard United Fruit Company steamers and also on the Hamburg-American Line West Indian cruises. A round trip from New York cost US$75 and took

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Jamaica's Role in the Development of the Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Line Tourism Industry (Part 1)

Jacqueline Cameron

Jan 21
5 min

Jamaica's Role in the Development of the Multi-Billion Dollar Cruise Line Tourism Industry (Part 1)

Jamaica Attractions; Jamaican People; Jamaican Culture; Jamaican History "America cannot be long blind to the wonderful advantages offered by this beautiful spot as a winter resort." So wrote the much-travelled author, Ella Wheeler Wilcox in the early 1900s. Today, tourism has become a mainstay of Jamaica's economy – about 30% before the Covid-19 pandemic. During Ms. Wilcox's time, travelers to Jamaica came aboard United Fruit Company steamers and also on the Hamburg-American

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The 10 Most Important Jamaican Holidays and Celebrations

Jacqueline Cameron

Dec 31, 2021
6 min

The 10 Most Important Jamaican Holidays and Celebrations

Jamaican Holidays; Jamaica Emancipation; Jamaican Independence; Jamaican Heritage; Jamaican History; Jamaican People; Jamaica Attractions; Jamaica Culture Jamaicans love to celebrate and this is the culture of the people showing their warmth and energy. You will find that behind certain celebrations is a history of struggle and suffering lest we forget; and these show the resilience and determination that we have as a people. These celebrations are carried from generation t

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A Glimpse of Jamaica's History Through the Ages in its Heritage Sites

Jacqueline Cameron

Dec 3, 2021
6 min

A Glimpse of Jamaica's History Through the Ages in its Heritage Sites

Jamaica Attractions, Jamaican Culture, Jamaican History, Jamaican People, Jamaican Lifestyle, Jamaican Heritage, Famous Jamaicans Our Jamaican heritage is a patchwork of different cultures that have influenced the nation over several eras. In Jamaica, one can find little-known stories of black wealth to victorious slave revolts during the colonial era. There are many historical sites in Jamaica that offer an insightful look into its past and how these events helped to shape p

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Jamaica's Unsung National Heroes - The Stories of Three Amazing Jamaican Women

Jacqueline Cameron

Nov 20, 2021
7 min

Jamaica's Unsung National Heroes - The Stories of Three Amazing Jamaican Women

Jamaican People; Jamaican Culture; Jamaica Attractions; Jamaican Heritage; Famous Jamaicans; Jamaican History The Order of National Hero is the most senior order in Jamaica’s honor system awarded by the local government. To be qualified as a Jamaican national hero, a person must have been born in or be a citizen of Jamaica, and rendered to the country, service of a distinguished nature. Seven have earned that distinction, but Jamaica has also produced numerous nsung heroines

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When is the Best Time of Year to Visit the Island Paradise of Jamaica?

Jacqueline Cameron

Aug 21, 2021
8 min

When is the Best Time of Year to Visit the Island Paradise of Jamaica?

Jamaican Experience; Jamaican People; Jamaican Culture; Jamaica Attractions; Jamaican Products For decades Jamaica has been one of the top tropical getaways of the Caribbean and the world…with good reason! Countless attractions and entertainment hotspots are sprinkled across the country, summoning your vacation days. From powdery coasts to green carpets of hills and mountains, Jamaica boasts a great variety of experiences waiting to be had. The diversity on this rich island w

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Live the Jamaican Experience: A Glimpse at 9 of Our Fascinating Traditional and Cultural Practices

Jacqueline Cameron

Aug 14, 2021
11 min

Live the Jamaican Experience: A Glimpse at 9 of Our Fascinating Traditional and Cultural Practices

The Caribbean Island of Jamaica is known for its colorful culture and long list of traditions.

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Live the Jamaican Experience Through Our People, Culture, Products, and Attractions

Jacqueline Cameron

Aug 7, 2021
9 min

Live the Jamaican Experience Through Our People, Culture, Products, and Attractions

Known as the "birthplace of reggae," Jamaica will charm you with its warm people, enjoyable local dishes, cinematic sunsets...

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August 1, 2021, Marks 183 Years Since the Emancipation Declaration was First Read

Jacqueline Cameron

Jul 31, 2021
10 min

August 1, 2021, Marks 183 Years Since the Emancipation Declaration was First Read

Joyous celebrations after hearing the the Emancipation Declaration, affirming full freedom from slavery in Jamaica.

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Jamaica Celebrates Her First Independence Day with the Raising of The Black, Green, and Gold Flag

Jacqueline Cameron

Jul 23, 2021
6 min

Jamaica Celebrates Her First Independence Day with the Raising of The Black, Green, and Gold Flag

On 19th July 1962, the Parliament of the United Kingdom passed the Jamaica Independence Act, granting independence as of 6th August 1962.

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Jamaican People - The Races Behind the Faces

Jacqueline Cameron

Jul 9, 2021
7 min

Jamaican People - The Races Behind the Faces

Our rich Jamaican heritage is depicted by our motto "Out of Many One People."

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The 10 Best Eye-Dazzling Natural Attractions in Jamaica You Can’t Miss (Part 2)

Jacqueline Cameron

Jun 12, 2021
13 min

The 10 Best Eye-Dazzling Natural Attractions in Jamaica You Can’t Miss (Part 2)

Nature lovers will find many things to do in Jamaica. You can hike and bird-watch in the jungle, or dive and snorkel along the reefs.

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The 10 Best Eye-Dazzling Natural Attractions in Jamaica You Can't Miss (Part 1)

Jacqueline Cameron

Jun 5, 2021
12 min

The 10 Best Eye-Dazzling Natural Attractions in Jamaica You Can't Miss (Part 1)

Jamaica will charm you with its cinematic sunsets; postcard-precision beaches; turquoise seas; lush, green mountains; colorful coral reefs..

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The 7 Best Recommended Attractions and Activities in the Island of Jamaica

Jacqueline Cameron

May 8, 2021
8 min

The 7 Best Recommended Attractions and Activities in the Island of Jamaica

Online travel website Tripadvisor.com named Jamaica to the 14th position in its ranking of the Top 25 destinations in the world for 2020.

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The 6 Best Historical Sites in the Island of Jamaica

Jacqueline Cameron

Aug 29, 2020
4 min

The 6 Best Historical Sites in the Island of Jamaica

Jamaica is not only an island of sun, sea, and beaches, but is also one that is steeped in rich heritage.

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