Jamaica is one of those places that when you ask people who have been there what they think and you will get two very different answers. Some will tell you that they love it and it’s their favorite place in the Caribbean, and others will tell you they would rather hang out in the seven circles of Hell than to go back.
Whether they love or hate it, both sides will agree that Jamaica is filled with stunning scenery, unique adventure & beautiful beaches. You’ll find that what separates the two is what they think of the islanders and the culture of the land. The people of Jamaica really want to make a buck and are very aggressive in trying to achieve that goal. They don’t seem to know the meaning of the word “no.” Just because you said no to a guy selling a t-shirt, doesn’t mean he’s going to try and stop selling you something. When you get out of a cab in Jamaica, there will be another cab driver asking you if you need a cab. It can be a little crazy and some do find this type of island culture intimidating. However if you love to haggle, barter and be in the middle of the action, then you’ll probably love this place.
Getting away from the hustle and bustle of town you will find a romantic encounter that not to many take advantage of in Ocho Rios and that’s rafting on the Martha Brae. This is not river rafting that most people would think of with rapids. This is a very leisurely ride down a lazy river through the impressive foliage of Jamaica. Imagine taking a gondola ride in Venice. Now imagine that gondola is a flat raft made from bamboo reeds and instead of an Italian gondolier you have a Jamaican guiding your raft using only a long bamboo reed. There is only room for your river pilot, that special someone & yourself. So snuggle up and get close. Enjoy the scenery and listen to your guide tell you about the flora and fauna you see along the way. You will feel as if you are the only ones on the island. This adventure is so popular with the newlyweds that it a lot of local say it’s the number one honeymooners tour.
