Tag: safety in jamaica

  • When Normal Turns Dangerous in a Heartbeat

    Normal situations in Jamaica can turn ugly and dangerous in no time flat and that’s just a reality.  This was one of a handful of times in Jamaica that I really felt  that my race and where I’m from played a major part.  Jamaica can be a lonely place in times of trouble. The first…

  • Be Aware of Your Surroundings

    It’s not very often that I post something that could deter people from exploring Jamaica but a good dose of common sense never hurt anyone either.  Here’s a little story about something that happened to me in Jamaica recently which immediately sparked fear into my soul for a brief moment, which is very rare. A…

  • Guarding Your Money & Belongings

    I’ve been toying a long time with the idea of including a safety section on this blog. The main reason I didn’t is because I’m trying to highlight all the great things about Jamaica and that it’s really NOT as bad as what people think. However, I’d be a fool to say that there’s nothing…