Events: Fun in the Son 2011All systems are go for the March 13-19 staging of the Best Dressed Fun In The Son Festival, where the main concert will take place on March 19 at the UWI Mona Bowl in St. Andrew, Jamaica. The exceptional event which has garnered a reputation for its unmatched activities and stellar musical lineup, was launched on Thursday, February 24 at the Church on The Rock in Kingston. The launch which has been likened to a theatrical production, was already set the tone for this year’s proceedings under the Fun In The Son banner.
This year’s Best Dressed Fun In The Son marks a return to the event’s activities in previous years. The concert was originally a week long Christian Spring Break celebration for college students and young adults from across the world in Ocho Rios. However, in recent years, the event became a one day event, mainly focusing on the concert. This year, however, the concert will again be expanded to become a four day series of events/festial. Among the activities planned beginning on Thursday, March 17 are: a Word and Worship session, A Gospel Jazz Night and the grand culmination – the grand concert on Saturday, March 19 – all of which take place in St. Andrew. February 27, 2011 at 1:56 pm | Jamaica Events | No comment Travel Resources: 5 Things to Do in Negril, JamaicaIf you’re looking for sun soaked thrills on your Caribbean vacation look no further than the black cliffs, azure waters and mellow vibes of Jamaica’s “Capital of Casual”, Negril. Outrun your cares on seven miles of white sand beach on the island’s western-most point. Negril’s casual, laid-back pace and natural beauty make it a favorite escape for locals and visitors alike. Here, anything goes and everyone is welcome. There’s so much to do here that visitors might need a list of recommended activities to guide your search. For this very purpose, here’s a fun-packed list of 5 Things to Do in Negril, Jamaica!
( via Camelot Photography ) Seven Mile Beach Frequently flocked to by thrill-seekers and sun-worshippers alike, Negril’s Seven Mile Beach boasts turquoise, see-through waters hugging a coastline of rocky cliffs and white sands that seem to trail on forever. If you’re seeking a vacation experience heavily based on relaxation and uninterrupted hours of one on one time to enjoy the majestic beauty of the Utopian coastal environment then a day spent on this beach is ideal. Simply lay out in the sun or enjoy any (or all) of the water sports activities available right at your fingertips. Snorkeling, windsurfing, jet ski’s and glass bottomed boat rides are easily found along the coast. The choice is yours. February 25, 2011 at 12:42 pm | Negril, Travel Resources | 2 comments Fan Friday: The Top 5 Facebook Fan Comments of the Week!It’s time for our weekly “Fan Friday” feature! Each week we select five of the best fan posted wall posts and/or comments on videos and articles posted to our Visit Jamaica Facebook Fan Page and publish them right here on Island Buzz just to let you all know we’ve been listening and we appreciate all your great feedback.
( via BnB Tours ) With it’s sparkling white sand beaches, assortment of water sports activities and tours, pulsating nightlife and alluring cuisine Montego Bay is undoubtedly one of Jamaica’s most popular destinations. Some visitors choose Montego Bay as their destination, get there and simply let their feet tell them where to go, it’s easy to find a beach to dig your toes into or even a beach bar and grill to grab a drink and some food. Or simply kick back and enjoy the captivating beauty of the Caribbean Sea. Here’s what some of our fans on Facebook had to say when we posted Travel Resources: 5 Things to Do in Montego Bay, Jamaica: February 25, 2011 at 11:09 am | Fan Friday | No comment Where to Stay: Nautilus Villa, Port AntonioThe parish of Portland is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Jamaica. With its stunning blue waters, romantic coves, remote white sand beaches, breathtaking panoramic views and some of the best food on the island Portland has long been a favourite getaway spot for everyone from celebrities to couples on their honeymoon and families on vacation.
( via ) Sitting on the ocean in the famous Blue Lagoon area of the parish capital Port Antonio, is the exquisite Nautilus Villa. Complete with a large sundeck and large verandas extending out to the blue waters at San San this wonderful and luxurious waterfront villa has a spectacular setting and a breathtaking view to boot. This spot is absolutely ideal for travelers who want to indulge in a vacation where they find the privacy that they crave. February 24, 2011 at 5:57 pm | Where to Stay | No comment Where to Visit: Rose Hall Great House, JamaicaLocated approximately 9.25 miles (15 km) east of the beautiful beaches of Montego Bay, Rose Hall Great House is one of the most famous and intriguing historical structures in Jamaica. Built in 1770 by George Ash for John Palmer, Custos of St Thomas, and his wife Rosa. According to local legend the Great House is to this day haunted by the malicious spirit of Annie Palmer, “The White Witch”, the tempestuous widow of John Palmer’s grandnephew John Rose Palmer, who eventually came to own the estate.
Surrounded by a 6600-acre sugar plantation which once had more than 2000 slaves, the Georgian Great House is built of cut-stone on the first two levels and stucco on the third and uppermost level. The main entrance to the second level of the building consists of a cut-stone symmetrical grand staircase, which leads to a verandah on the seaward side of the building. The building also features sash windows, keystone, quoins and a hip roof which help to make it a lovely backdrop for for a couple whose fantasy wedding is set back in time. February 21, 2011 at 1:26 pm | Where to Visit | 1 comment Weddings & Honeymoons: Honeymooning in Ocho Rios, JamaicaJamaica is undoubtedly one of the most romantic islands in The Caribbean and there are so many reasons for this. From intoxicating secluded beaches to serene botanical gardens, enchanting waterfalls, soothing Reggae rhythms and not to mention the warm, inviting nature of its people the list could go on for days. Fun and excitement blend with rest and relaxation within the astoundingly beautiful garden parish of St. Ann and it is here that you will find its captivating capital, Ocho Rios.
( via Dolphin Cove ) Well known as a tourism hub, Ocho Rios is just bursting with romantic activities for couples celebrating their honeymoon and if you’ve ever wondered what it was like to swim with dolphins or sharks, then Dolphin Cove is the place to find out what a thrilling experience that is. Adjacent to the world famous Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios, Dolphin Cove is Jamaica’s number one marine attraction. It has all the makings of a thrilling couples adventure; offering the excitement of interacting with not only bottlenose dolphins, but stingrays, snakes, iguanas and a host of colourful tropical birds as well! February 19, 2011 at 6:26 pm | Weddings & Honeymoons | No comment Where to Visit: Mayfield Falls, JamaicaJamaican waterfalls are some of the most beautiful in all the Caribbean. Because Jamaica is so mountainous you will find waterfalls all over the island. Located in the Dolphin Head Mountains in Glenbrook just a scenic 1-hour drive away from “the capital of casual” Negril, Mayfield Falls is one of the most unspoiled and tranquil areas in Jamaica, truly a hidden eco-tourist treasure.
( via ) Situated on five-acres of lush tropical terrain, Mayfield Falls offers two sparkling waterfalls and twenty one mineral water pools, providing total refreshment and complete relaxation. It is an ideal location for day tours, nature walks, company retreats, weddings, meditation, special events, and school tours. Be one with nature as you spend a whole day in the mountains, playing under waterfalls, swimming in natural pools and jacuzzis, and relaxing under bamboo trees as the charming riverbed runs through farming country in a magnificent valley surrounded by serrated peaks. February 18, 2011 at 6:06 pm | Negril, What to Do, Where to Visit | No comment Fan Friday: The Top 5 Facebook Fan Comments of the Week!It’s time for our weekly Fan Friday” feature! Each week we select five of the best fan posted wall posts and/or comments on videos and articles posted to our Visit Jamaica Facebook Fan Page and publish them right here on Island Buzz just to let you all know we’ve been listening and we appreciate all your great feedback.
Beautiful white sand beaches surrounded by the crystal clear Caribbean Sea and mirrored by dazzling blue skies is definitely one reason to love Jamaica. This week we posted this photograph as part of our upcoming “28 Reasons to Love Jamaica” blog series that will feature submissions of stories and photographs from YOU the fans of your best experiences while vacationing in Jamaica. Here’s what one fan posted in response to it: February 18, 2011 at 3:37 pm | Fan Friday | 2 comments What to Do: Scuba Diving at Shallow Plane, NegrilThe warm azure waters of The Caribbean Sea have a magnetic pull that very few (if any) can resist. Just looking at the ocean will tempt you to dive right in and the equally hypnotic island of Jamaica has some of the best points of entry to this enchanting wonderland. It is for this very reason that the island is such an excellent destination for SCUBA enthusiasts the world over.
Frequently flocked to by cliff diving thill-seekers and sun-worshippers “The Capital of Casual” Negril has many of the best dive sites in Jamaica. From deep dives to wreck dives and wall dives Negril has it all. When seeking to arrange a dive in Negril, Jamaica The Negril Scuba Centre is the best place to start. A leader in Negril’s scuba diving development and environmental protection, the centre offers three dives daily for certified divers, including night dives. February 17, 2011 at 7:11 pm | What to Do | No comment Events: Bacchanal Jamaica 2011Over the past 23 years, Bacchanal Jamaica has grown to be the only complete entertainment package that unites thousands of Jamaicans and visitors for a ten week “feel good fest”. Bacchanal Jamaica 2011 (February 18-May 1) will offer over ten weeks of twenty-eight high-energy, fun-filled events kicking off with the Beach Jouvert and ending with the Road March, a costumed street parade where revelers enjoy soca, calypso and reggae music.
( via Bacchanal Jamaica ) The coveted carnival costumes will portray the theme “Once Upon a Dynasty” heralding the greatness of historical kingdoms, legends and dynasties and already masses of people have secured their costumes for the event. Patrons await the official Opening Night, to be held on February 18th 2011. The costumes will be displayed to the general public setting the pace for the theme “Once Upon a Dynasty”. Mas Camp Fridays will run every Friday for a full nine weeks from 18th February to 15th April 2011. February 14, 2011 at 2:16 pm | Jamaica Events | 1 comment |
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