Kingston, Jamaica –
An Overview
Kingston, the capital of Jamaica
is well-known for its rum, not to mention their hot Jamaican
sun and music. Every night party night but don't stray too
far from the well-known tourist areas because there are two
very different sides to Kingston, the tourist side of it all
known as New Kingston and old, downtown which can be dangerous
if you run into the wrong people.
Out of all the islands Columbus
found, Jamaica was by far the most exotic with its Blue Mountains,
rivers, waterfalls, luscious greenery and sandy white beaches.
Kingston has lived through a terrible earthquake that tore
it apart, and still they've managed to have their island be
rated one of the best to look at.
Most of the locals do speak
a mixture English and Jamaican although there are a few other
languages that may be overheard. As Kingston is home to many
artists, music lovers and producers, this accounts for why
there are so many different types of sounds going on throughout
the island. If you love music one of your first stops in Kingston
should be the Bob Marley Museum, but call first to make sure
it isn't booked. Other must sees in Kingston are the National
Gallery for its collection of Jamaican artwork, and the vibrant
Emancipation Park complete with such diverse things as a mini-golf
course, and stately fountains!
Kingston has thrived
as a tourist city with many things to explore from partying,
great food and lots of entertainment. If walking from your
beachfront hotel isn't quite what you had in mind after a
tough day on the water, then check out any local shuttle buses.
When you're done partying, go back to the hotel and think
about what part of Kingston you're going to explore tomorrow.
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