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Shanna Monteith

Your Ultimate Guide to The Top 11 Jamaican Events of 2024

As 2024 unfolds, Jamaica is all set to host a variety of thrilling events, promising a year filled with rich culture, infectious music, and endless fun. Whether you’re a resident
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7 Spots for a Jamaican Valentine’s Date

It’s that time of the year again! Valentine’s Day is not just any day, especially in Jamaica. It’s a time when most men (and women) go all out to show
Read More

The Real Top 10 Songs of Masicka’s Top 17 Hits

When Masicka etched his name into history by claiming all top 17 spots on the Apple Music Songs Chart in Jamaica, he didn’t just set a record; he made a
Read More

9 New Year’s Resolutions Jamaicans Should Probably Skip

The new year is here and of course, Jamaicans often get caught up in the excitement of making resolutions. However, some resolutions are notorious for being broken almost as soon
Read More

12 Table Items for a Jamaican Xmas

Finally, Christmas is right around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, the belly full is what you’re looking forward to the most, aside from the excitement of family
Read More
Beautiful clear turquoise water near rocks and cliffs in Negril Jamaica. Caribbean paradise island and water at the seaside with a blue sky and nice day light

5 Reasons to Plan Local Trips in Jamaica

Welcome, (aspiring) adventurers!  I’m assuming you’re here because you’re ready to, or thinking of, planning a trip across Jamaica. That, or you’re trying to convince yourself to. Well, look no
Read More

7 Traits Jamaicans Love To See In Children

Children are seeing as a major blessing for most Jamaicans. We take pride in instilling the values and attitudes we believe will make them formidable in life. While there are
Read More
10 popular Jamaican superstitions

10 Popular Jamaican Superstitions

Jamaica is a superstitious nation. I know, I know. That’s quite a sweeping statement but hear me out! There are some tales you grow up hearing that, though often bizarre,
Read More

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,
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

10 Jamaican Pickup Lines

Jamaicans are undeniably some of the funniest, most creative and witty people you may ever come across. Simply put, they were all born with the gift of gab. Don’t believe
Read More

5 English words with different meanings in JA Patois

Jamaica is an English-speaking country whose creole is highly influenced by itsAfrican roots. We have a whole language for ourselves – a patois that we call “Patwa.” In the Jamaican
Read More
View from back of a young beautiful couple doing heart shape with fingers looking at the sun setting behind the mountains, reflecting light in the sea water. Valentine day love concept. Focus on hands

5 Jamaicans terms of endearment

You’ve probably been warned to think twice before engaging Jamaicans in any sort of argument because of how sharp-tongued they are. And while this may be true, (no really… they’ll
Read More

10 Words/Phrases That Are Strictly Jamaican 

The official language of Jamaica is English. Now that that’s been established, the local dialect, known as patois, is one that is lively and expressive and though often confusing to
Read More

8 Items Jamaica MUST Carry When Visiting Family Abroad

We’ve read about the expectations of Jamaicans when receiving barrels of goodies from friends and family members abroad. However, it is important to note that those living overseas also have
Read More

Shanna Monteith

Your Ultimate Guide to The Top 11 Jamaican Events of 2024

As 2024 unfolds, Jamaica is all set to host a variety of thrilling events, promising a year filled with rich culture, infectious music, and endless fun. Whether you’re a resident
Read More

7 Spots for a Jamaican Valentine’s Date

It’s that time of the year again! Valentine’s Day is not just any day, especially in Jamaica. It’s a time when most men (and women) go all out to show
Read More

The Real Top 10 Songs of Masicka’s Top 17 Hits

When Masicka etched his name into history by claiming all top 17 spots on the Apple Music Songs Chart in Jamaica, he didn’t just set a record; he made a
Read More

9 New Year’s Resolutions Jamaicans Should Probably Skip

The new year is here and of course, Jamaicans often get caught up in the excitement of making resolutions. However, some resolutions are notorious for being broken almost as soon
Read More

12 Table Items for a Jamaican Xmas

Finally, Christmas is right around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, the belly full is what you’re looking forward to the most, aside from the excitement of family
Read More
Beautiful clear turquoise water near rocks and cliffs in Negril Jamaica. Caribbean paradise island and water at the seaside with a blue sky and nice day light

5 Reasons to Plan Local Trips in Jamaica

Welcome, (aspiring) adventurers!  I’m assuming you’re here because you’re ready to, or thinking of, planning a trip across Jamaica. That, or you’re trying to convince yourself to. Well, look no
Read More

7 Traits Jamaicans Love To See In Children

Children are seeing as a major blessing for most Jamaicans. We take pride in instilling the values and attitudes we believe will make them formidable in life. While there are
Read More
10 popular Jamaican superstitions

10 Popular Jamaican Superstitions

Jamaica is a superstitious nation. I know, I know. That’s quite a sweeping statement but hear me out! There are some tales you grow up hearing that, though often bizarre,
Read More

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,
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

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
Read More

10 Jamaican Pickup Lines

Jamaicans are undeniably some of the funniest, most creative and witty people you may ever come across. Simply put, they were all born with the gift of gab. Don’t believe
Read More

5 English words with different meanings in JA Patois

Jamaica is an English-speaking country whose creole is highly influenced by itsAfrican roots. We have a whole language for ourselves – a patois that we call “Patwa.” In the Jamaican
Read More
View from back of a young beautiful couple doing heart shape with fingers looking at the sun setting behind the mountains, reflecting light in the sea water. Valentine day love concept. Focus on hands

5 Jamaicans terms of endearment

You’ve probably been warned to think twice before engaging Jamaicans in any sort of argument because of how sharp-tongued they are. And while this may be true, (no really… they’ll
Read More

10 Words/Phrases That Are Strictly Jamaican 

The official language of Jamaica is English. Now that that’s been established, the local dialect, known as patois, is one that is lively and expressive and though often confusing to
Read More

8 Items Jamaica MUST Carry When Visiting Family Abroad

We’ve read about the expectations of Jamaicans when receiving barrels of goodies from friends and family members abroad. However, it is important to note that those living overseas also have
Read More