Emer & the lads

Jamaic'n me crazy

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February 15th 2007
I had originally decided not to do a travelblog, as really who wants to hear that I got up early and went to work everyday.. but it's surprisingly difficult to keep in touch with everyone and I get confused about who I've told what so a blog it is. So I am here in Kingston a week and a half now, and I'm really enjoying every minute. I'm still living in the Courtleigh hotel until my apartment ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Jamaica » Kingston

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Jamaica gained full independence within the British Commonwealth in 1962. Deteriorating economic conditions during the 1970s led to recurrent violence and a drop off in tourism. Elections in 1980 saw the democratic socialists voted out of office. Pol... ... read more