Jamaica – Experience Africa Right in the Center of the Caribbean Sea

It’s locating almost in the center of the Caribbean sea, it has sugary sands, addictive sun rays, astonishing resorts, still Jamaica is different from all the other islands. Set apart culturally and historically, this island seems not to blend in easily with the rest of Caribbean archipelago. Jamaica has an unique character, most travelers today will appreciate and embrace. The “African-ness” of Jamaican population is what you might think is everything this island has to offer. Well, you’re wrong. It’s a wonderful place to spend your holiday or honeymoon. Unforgettable sunsets, cosmopolitan cities, incredible waterfalls, palm-fringed sand, manatees and crocodiles, astonishing reefs for diving make Jamaica similar to other islands of Caribbean archipelago.

But, if you want to feel the connection to Africa, there is no better place than Jamaica. Kingston, the capital, was the major port in the New World for barbaric trade which brought countless slaves from Africa. The Maroons saved many African traditions and customs. The back-to-Africa movement was founded in ’10s and ’20s of the twentieth century. A decade later, Rastafarianism took up the call, reggae beat furnished in the ’60s and ’70s. Don’t wonder if Jamaicans have a stronger affinity for Africa than for other Caribbean islands, they didn’t forget their roots. Influential culture, music with great rhythm and meaning, astonishing landscape and proud citizens will say to you: Welcome to Jamaica!

*If you are planning a family vacation in Jamaica, renting a villa in Ocho Rios Jamaica is probably better choice than expensive resort. Don’t worry, you can find incredible Jamaica villa for rent, no matter what you are looking for.