TOP FIVE UNKNOWN WATERFALLS IN JAMAICA

Reggae Falls

Located on The South-Eastern section of the island, neatly tucked away in a small village call “Hillside” St Thomas, you will find the Beautiful #Reggae Falls ( also known as Damhead).   Reggae Falls is not today what it originally was, for, in fact, the water from the Johnson River was dammed many, many years ago to make a hydro-electric station however it is no less spectacular than any other waterfalls on this beautiful island.

Cane River Falls

Just  nine miles outside Kingston you will find Bull Bay -an energetic, close-knit community, and at night, the coastline pulsates with rhythms from the various nightclubs that line the beach.

Cane River falls is hidden  in this eclectic community. It is a a local favourite and where Reggae legend Bob #Marley used to washed his beautiful locks.

Scatter Water Falls

Scatter waterfalls is one of the most unheard of jewels of Eastern Jamaica. Located in the small rural community of #Berrydale in the Rio Grande valley, you will this beautiful #ecotourism attraction.  At Berrydale you will meet a very friendly tour guide that will take you across the Rio Grande on a Bamboo raft to your destination.  Most of the visitors you will find at this location are locals, and #backpackers.

Tacky Falls

Located in the eastern parish of St. Mary you will find tacky falls. This is the most non commercialize falls on the entire island and if you visit chances are you will be there alone all day. The  falls is named after the #Coromantee slave Tacky, who lead the slave rebellion in 1760. There are no signs, no formal path, and plenty of hazards on the way to even reach the pretty obscure 60m tall (or higher) waterfall. If you are interested in visiting this falls then it is best to hike with a local guide.

Reach Falls

Reach Falls is located approximately 45 minutes east of Port Antonio, Portland and is named one of the most beautiful attractions in Jamaica. It  was first discovered by runaway slaves from plantations in the neighbouring parish of St Thomas who sought refuge in the hills of the John Crow Mountains

  It features a natural heart-shaped #Jacuzzi which careress every inch of your body with its cascading waters . While it is getting more and more popular, it is still relatively unknown, therefore, you can still find your escape at this magical waterfall neatly tucked away beneath the tall mystical trees of a beautiful #rainforest.

Photo Credits:

Reggae Falls by Dean Griffiths

Cane River Falls by Owen Soft

Scatter waterfalls by Jamaipanese

Tacky falls by world of waterfalls.com

Reach Falls by Jamaica Tourist Board

Kingston Jamaica- Things you need to Know

Jamaica is one of the most popular #Caribbean #destination, possessing some of the most beautiful #Beaches, Rivers #Mountains and #waterfalls. Jamaica is often referred to as one of the most picturesque islands in the world that comes with a culture you cannot find anywhere else on this planet. Nothing beats enjoying a day of Sea, Sand and Sun and of course, some good ol #Reggae music from its land or origin.

If you want to know Kingston’s best #Travel secrets, The Best way to get around the island and what are some of the traditional #festivals then you come to the right place. Here are five things you need to know about Kingston.

How to Get Around Kingston

The easiest way to get around Kingston is by #Buses, Route #Taxis,  or Car #Rentals. If you are planning a trek around the island of Jamaica opt for renting a four wheel drive SUV to battle the bumpy and winding roads of this island. There are lots of places in Jamaica for you to find your ideal #transportation of choice.

Emancipation Park

Jamaica’s most famous park is the Emancipation Park in Kingston Jamaica. It was built in 2002 and signifies the strength and resilience of the Jamaican People. If you are looking for a way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the capital city, the #Emancipation Park is a wonderful place to be.

Shopping

If you are staying in Jamaica on a long term vacation and looking for spots to shop in Kingston, there are many Supermarkets, Shops and Vendors in close proximity of everything.  Fresh Fruits and #Vegetables are  sold by street-side vendors at very low prices.

See the Non-Tourist Spots

Too many people who visit Jamaica often see the tourist areas such as #Negril, Montego bay and Ocho Rios but Jamaica has so much more to offer. Kingston is Jamaica’s capital city and the spot where the intensity of the Jamaican culture can be most felt.  Get in the vibe for some of the wildest street parties you will ever see in your entire life. Learn about the Jamaican, History and Culture from our Galleries and #Museums, then grab a friend or two for few red stripe beers in one of our bars. If you prefer a more laid back atmosphere you can cool off in the crystal clear blue waters of on Kingston’s offshore island Lime Cay just 15 minutes by boat off the coat of #Kingston.

Restaurants

There are hundreds of Fast food  Joints, #Restaurants, and Cook Shops in the capital city ranging from  our local dishes to Greek; whatever you choose please ensure you get a taste of Jamaica’s national dish “Ackee and Salt Fish”

If you haven’tplaneed your #Jamaica #vacation as yet , hopefully this article gave you few hints and tips for your next vacation.

ELLE MAGAZINE BRINGS JAMAICAN DANCEHALL TO LIFE THROUGH FASHION

Elle’s Fashion director Samira Nasr conceptualized the idea of bringing  Jamaican Dancehall to life through Fashion  for their March Issue. The team flew to Kingston Jamaica- The Hub of Jamaica’s Dancehall  Culture where they had a blast. Here are some photos of the moments they shared on our beautiful island.

‘It was pretty much impossible not to fall in love with the place”

-Samira Nasr -Fashion Director ELLE

For more photos visit their website here http://www.elle.com/culture/travel-food/news/g25913/behind-the-scenes-kingston/

Top Five Events To Visit In Jamaica

Welcome to Paradise!

Jamaica has some of the best beaches and is reputed to have the most unique cultures in the world. Jamaica offers hundreds of Music, Cultural, Food and Music festivals for you and the entire family. Below you will find the Top 5 Events To Visit in Jamaica.

Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival

 

Up to 30,000 people flock to Montego Bay each year for the annual Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, which features dozens of local and international acts performing over three days. The venue includes a special Art of Music stage where emerging stars are spotlighted. Over the years, the festival has moved from the lawn of the Rose Hall Plantation House, to James Bond Beach, to the Aqueduct at Rose Hall, and now the Greenfield Stadium in Trelawny. Headliners have ranged from Kenny Rogers to Maroon 5 to Celine Dion and John Legend.

Jamaica Carnival

The year 2015 marks the 27th anniversary of carnival in Jamaica. The lead activities called Bacchanal Jamaica have “Mas Camp”, located at Stadium North, as its home.

All roads lead to Mas camp during the carnival season as revelers gather on Bacchanal Fridays to dance, chip, wine, and get on bad all in the build up for the non-stop partying of carnival week.

The Mas Camp offers “soca-cise” sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays as well as the staple Friday afternoon lime for carnival and soca lovers. Here persons are able to view and purchase costumes and enjoy prime entertainment featuring popular carnival bands and top DJs.. This is the place where soca fans come to learn the music of the year and to start the process of “letting go”, in preparation for the grand finale of the Road Parade.

Portland Jerk Festival

July TBA

Jerk Lobster, Jerk Conch, Jerk Sausage, Jerk and Jerk Chicken are some of the spicy variants on traditional Jamaican cooking that you can enjoy at the annual Portland Jerk Festival, served alongside traditional side dishes such as rice and peas, festival, breadfruit and yams. Held in the Port Antonio resort area, the festival includes a Kiddies Fun Village, live music (including a big concert at the Folly Mansion ruins), and dozens of stalls selling jerk food (seasoned meat spiced with pepper and smoked on pimento sticks).

 

Little Ochi Seafood Carnival

JULY TBA

Manchester is home to one of the biggest seafood carnivals in Jamaica. This three-day event is a showcase of all the seafood that the southern part of the island has to offer.

Shrimp, lobster, fish, and conch are the favourites among the thousands that attend.

Non-stop entertainment from some of Jamaica’s best dancehall and reggae artistes will keep you entertained for the weekend.

Jamaica Reggae Sumfest

July TBA

Reggae Sumfest is truly the greatest reggae show on earth. Will you be one of thousands that will be in Jamaica for Reggae Sumfest?

Thousands of tourists visit Jamaica during the last week of July for at least one event during the week long of performances, beach party, and concerts.

Along with the top dancehall and reggae artistes in Jamaica, you can expect a few international artistes. This year RnB coroner Miguel has been confirmed with a few more guest artistes to be named soon.