Why Choose Jamaica?
Let me share with you the beauty that is Jamaica. There are so many reasons to enjoy life here. You will know why we choose to live in Jamaica.
Is Life in Jamaica an Affordable Retirement Option for Expats?
Ever since I began my journey down the rabbit trail into “real Jamaica,” I’ve had Jamaicans telling me that it’s SOOOO expensive to live here. Then I run into expats who tell me that they can easily afford to live…
Expat Life: Starting Over in Treasure Beach, Jamaica
I fell in love with Jamaica at first sight. The laid back people, the bright flowers (in the middle of my own dark winter season), and the sudden relief of my joint pain captured my attention and imagination. But how…
Retirement: 6 Steps Closer to Kissing Snow Goodbye
Ready to ditch those mukluks and throw away your snow shovel as you reach retirement? When we think about our golden years, we picture them as being relatively carefree. Many people reading this may envision living out their retirement years…
Let’s Talk About Crime in Jamaica
I remember that first trip to Jamaica like it was yesterday. As we rode the shuttle bus from Montego Bay out to the resort in Negril, I watched the scene unfold like a sad photo album. Crime was the last…
The Caribbean and Beyond: A Few Points to Ponder
There are many tradeoffs when choosing a Caribbean lifestyle. At times, living in Jamaica makes me feel I’m navigating a ship in the dark. I’ve made some mistakes that have set me back dearly but I’ve also gotten a few things…
My “Likkle” Town in Jamaica
My little town, Treasure Beach, on the south shore of Jamaica, enjoys an interesting cross-section of cultures, backgrounds and personalities. A lovely mixture of people have settled here from around the world. These “expats,” foreign tourists and local Jamaicans, make our…
Jamaica, For Your Health
Only in “middle age” chronologically, I seem to inhabit the body of an old lady in everyday life. I creak and crack worse than most ninety year olds. My body, having stood the test of birthing 10 babies and running…
Welcome to Jamaica
Life is funny. You meet someone “amazing” but after several months of “reality,” you realize they actually DO have some flaws. The same is true of many aspects of life, including the welcome change of starting over, if you decide to…