Christopher Columbus Monument, Jamaica
When Christopher Columbus arrived in Jamaica on May 5, 1494, he anchored off the coast of the parish of St. Ann. He named the spot where he landed, Santa Gloria. There is some uncertainty about whether Santa Gloria is now St. Ann's Bay or Discovery Bay. There is no doubt though that St. Ann is where Columbus first landed. [caption id="attachment_9726" align="aligncenter" width="452"] La Santa Maria, Christopher Columbus Monument, Jamaica[/caption] On his second visit in 1503, Columbus was shipwrecked and…
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How to Eat a Jamaican Patty
The patty is probably the best known fast food in Jamaica. This meat- or sometimes vegetable-filled meat pie is favored by rich and poor, young and old - for lunch, or a snack or sandwiched between a coco bread, a soft buttery roll, a meal. Said to be a direct descendant of the Cornish pasty, the Jamaican patty is made most often with beef, which is enclosed in a [caption id="attachment_9714" align="alignright" width="248"] Jamaican Patty[/caption] flaky shell that has been…
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Jamaica Readies Port Royal for UNESCO World Heritage Status
Earlier this year, the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) announced that it was submitting Port Royal, a historic port, for inclusion on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Port Royal has been on the World Heritage Site’s tentative list since 2009. Located on a spit of land just beyond the Norman Manley International Airport near Kingston, Port Royal was settled originally by the Tainos, Jamaica’s original inhabitants, who used it as a fishing village. By 1518, Port Royal was a…
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#TPThursday: An Eyecatching Jamaican Church
I love when I happen upon a beautiful Jamaican church such as this one, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, in St. Ann. My cousin and I were taking the kids to the beach when she spun the car around and said she wanted to show me something. I jumped out of the car before she could come to a complete stop. Thankfully, I had my camera -- I hardly leave home without it. [caption id="attachment_9684" align="aligncenter" width="482"] Our Lady of Perpetual…
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The Blogger Relay – My Top Three Travel Memories
I’ve heard it said that travel changes lives but I didn’t believe it applied to me until I had to choose My Three Favorite Travel Memories. I realized that each trip has altered my life in significant and not-so significant ways. Most importantly, traveling has made me more appreciative of what I have, and also expanded my circle of friends. Traveling for me is both therapy and education - it's my antidote to boredom and malaise. I have so many…
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Capturing the Colors of Jamaica
Thanks to Cathy from Traveling with Sweeney, Marlys from EasyHiker and Renee of A View to a Thrill for tagging me for TravelSupermarket's Capture the Color contest. I can say this now, but I felt quite intimidated by this contest. None of the photos I wanted to share looked 'right.' It took me weeks to decide on these five. It was great going back through the photos and reliving the memories. GREEN King's House official residence of the governor-general, the…
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Top 7 Holiday Destinations in Asia
Asia is a beautiful place, filled with such diversity and the most sumptuous cuisines in the world. If you’re planning your next holiday to Asia, be sure to check out these unforgettable holiday destinations. Delhi, India India is known for its rich culture, along with a strong spiritual and religious belief system. If you want to experience the most ornate temples in the world, you must visit India. Delhi acts as a gateway of discovery to the rest of the…
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Italy – The Hub of Showbiz
Italy is a country historically rich in culture. From the renaissance era it has been an artistic hub for Europe and much of the western world- and today is no different. From the majestic mountains and tranquil lakes, to the vibrant metropolises of Rome and Milan, it is a country steeped in history. Taking all this into account it is no wonder that, just like in the renaissance era, it attracts a vast array of ‘VIPs’, the stars of show…
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Jamaica50 The Colors of Independence
This past Monday, August 6th, Jamaica celebrated 50 years of independence from Britain. The festivities here got off to a slow start primarily because we had a change of government in December and the word on the street is that the previous plans were scrapped. There was also a lot of talk that the government didn't have the funds -- at this moment, I have no idea where we stand in our talks with the IMF -- so for a…
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Staying Safe While on the Road
We rarely think about staying safe while on the road but consider what happened to me on a recent trip. While it wasn't serious, it had me rethinking safety while I travel. It was a few minutes before 3 a.m. I pulled the shower curtain back and suddenly, as if I had also hit the lights, I was plunged into darkness. I flipped the switch but nothing happened. Maybe the bulb blew, I thought. The hallway was dark when I…
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