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10 Best Countries To Visit On A Jamaican Passport in 2019

December 10, 2018

Let me first make mention of it. This is my third version of "Best Countries to Visit on A Jamaican Passport" and I am so excited to share. It is almost becoming a yearly tradition where I dish out the details improved and updated. Every time around this time of year, I become somewhat dormant, somewhat quiet on social media as I prepare some of my most rea[...]

Checking In: Ocean Club Resorts, Turks & Caicos

December 2, 2018

I can't help but think that the moment I first walked in everything screamed family and longer-term vacations. For 3 nights, I spent my time roaming around from room to room, enjoying the sunset from my porch and somehow enjoying a fresh cup of coffee from the comfort of my kitchen. I checked into a suite! If you ask me, this is the perfect vacatio[...]

10 Things to do In And Around Providenciales, Turks & Caicos

November 28, 2018

Posted In: Destinations | Popular | Turks & Caicos

Turks and Caicos have always been one of the islands in the Caribbean I have been eager to visit. Just recently, I had the chance to take in and indulge on what they have to offer. Thanks to interCaribbean Airways for flying me here directly from Kingston, Jamaica. Located southeast of The Bahamas and northeast of Cuba, the Turks & Caicos Islands[...]

Island Hopping with interCaribbean Airways

November 18, 2018

Posted In: Caribbean | Destinations | Turks & Caicos

Every now and again I crave some intense island adventures: the beach, the food, the sunshine, the energy, the warmth. Just recently I ventured over to The Turks & Caicos Islands for the very first time and it was exactly what the doctor ordered. 3 different islands, 7 days, I was ready for it. Flying directly from Kingston, Jamaica for just about 1h[...]

Club Med Turkiose: The Turks & Caicos Islands

November 12, 2018

Posted In: Caribbean | Luxury | Travels | Turks & Caicos

I am a fan of the blues, a fan of the warmth and a fan of the islands. When I discovered that I would be staying at my second Club Med property during my visit to The Turks and Caicos Islands, I was thrilled. With the first half of my trip joining the Club Med family; I already had a vision. Snorkeling, food, quick beach strolls, more food and several coc[...]

Jamaica Food & Drink Festival 2018: Here’s What You Need To Know

October 19, 2018

Posted In: FOOD & DRINK | Jamaica

While this announcement is probably a little late for my blog readers, I want to think this is the perfect timing as the kick-off for the Jamaica Food & Drink 2018 string of events is only moments away. Early this year, this past July to be exact, I was awarded by the Caribbean Tourism Industry as the Top Influencer for my coverage of last year's Jama[...]

My 15 Best Travel Tips

October 14, 2018

Posted In: Popular | Solo Traveling | Travels

You have to know that eventually, this post would come. If you have been following my Instagram, facebook, twitter.... all the social media works, you know that for the last 4 years I have been documenting and sharing my trips to over 30 countries. To be honest, I myself have somewhat lost count. But, nonetheless, I have been experiencing and sharing adve[...]

For The Love of Portland: Portland Photo Dairy

October 12, 2018

Posted In: Caribbean | Destinations | Jamaica | Travels

Just a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to spend a huge trunk of time in one of my favourite places in Jamaica: Portland. Being that I am always on the go, anywhere where I get the chance to spend more than 2 weeks is considered a huge trunk. For the love of Portland, I spent nearly a month on the eastern coastline taking in all its beauty. For all th[...]

4 Free Beaches in Portland, Jamaica

September 12, 2018

Posted In: Destinations | Jamaica | Popular | Portland | Travels

I’m shocked to have travelled to Portland and lo and behold there are some stunning free beaches. Surprisingly to many, free beaches in Jamaica are not that common — well, to be more specific... really pristine beaches are usually not free in Jamaica. If you’re wondering, yes, Jamaicans have to pay an entrance fee to gain access to certain beaches.[...]

Tropical Lagoon Resort— Portland, Jamaica

September 12, 2018

Posted In: Caribbean | Destinations | Jamaica | Portland

My love for Portland is endless, so much so that I keep going back. For as long as I can remember, Portland has always been a destination where to relax, indulge in nature and to sort of be off the grid. When researching where I'd like to spend these few days, Tropical Lagoon was up for grabs. Located amongst one of the holy grails of Portland— I was[...]