10 Jamaican body parts

1. Han’ miggle (hand middle)This refers to the palm of your hand 2. Buddy/Hood/JohnI’m sure you may have guess this one. If you hear a Jamaican say any of these, 99.9% of the time they are referring to the penis. 3. Foot back Heels… we mean heels. LOL! 4. Jaw cawna (corner)This popular term is […]

 5 (More) Reasons to Plan Staycations in JA

To staycation or not to staycation? This is one of the biggest struggles I have. Sometimes, it’s because I really want to travel outside of my comfort zone and try new cultures. Other times, it’s a budget concern. Naturally, as the name suggests, I decided to rediscover my own island before I conquer the rest of […]

5 Thrilling Adventure tours in JA

Who’s ready for an adventure?! Here are five (5) Must-Visit Destinations to add to your travel itinerary for your next trip: 1. Mystic Mountain Mystic Mountain offers a range of thrilling activities, from ziplining to bobsledding. Located in Ocho Rios, the adventure park sits on top of The stunning views from the top are also […]

7 Unofficial Laws Jamaicans are governed by

Like most, if not all countries, Jamaica has its own set of unwritten rules that aren’t legally enforced, but are nationally recognized and expected to be strictly adhered to. These codes of conduct are often based on social norms and traditions. Here are unofficial laws that are standard rules in most Jamaican homes: 1. Do […]

5 Affordable Trips You Must Take In JA

The only thing I love more than sleep, travel, and a good book is a good deal. And we do not gatekeep around these parts, so here’s a list of five (5) affordable local trips you can add to your itinerary for your vacation: 1. Blue Mountains Hike The Blue Mountains are one of Jamaica’s […]

5 Beaches all Jamaicans should visit

An island girl to the bone, the water is my happy place. And you know I won’t have my adventurers at the same destination.  So take it from here. Do you want to go to the beach? Here are five (5) of the best beaches on the island: 1. Doctor’s Cave Beach Located in Montego […]

6 Jamaican Expressions that will crack you up

One thing you should know about Jamaicans is that we are extremely descriptive. The way in which we use words and visuals will crack you up. Here are some popular similes that Jamaicans use on the daily – these are bound to put a smile on your face. 1. Tired like dog The phrase “like […]

5 Cultural Destinations in Kingston

I love me an experience.  And if you’re anything like me – at this point in your life, you want to be learning more. I want to visit places that resonate with my soul through visual or culinary arts or nature. So here’s my wish list of destinations for this year: 1. Bob Marley Museum […]

5 traumatic moments most Jamaican kids know

1. Being scoured in Dettol water to rid skin of sores caused by having too many sweets This one is personal. I can still vividly remember being placed in that yellow bath pan, full of the pungent disinfectant and being scrubbed from head to toe as animal-like shrieks escaped my feeble, inflamed body. I mean, […]

5 Foodie Destinations in Jamaica

Now, I don’t know about you but I love my belly – with a passion. Therefore, a vital part of any adventure is FOOD.  If you’re anything like me, then I’m here to hook you up with some of the best foodie spots in Jamaica: 1.Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records Owned by Jamaican Olympic legend […]

5 Jamaican meals I hated as a child

We Jamaicans love to brag and boast about our cuisine so of course, many people think all Jamaicans like all Jamaican dishes. But that’s not true. There many Jamaican dishes that some people despise. And while adults are very good at keeping their preferences to themselves, Jamaican children will quickly tell you which dishes they […]