Comments on: Why You Should Skip Negril And Go Straight To Port Antonio

By: susan

susan — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 23:22:22 +0000

Sad to see that you couldn’t big up Porty without trashing Negril… and since I know both places very well, I also know that your stated perspective of Negril is very narrow. Negril and the area surrounding it has a ton of street food, awesome meals can be had for low money but also the option for fine dining in gorgeous cliff locations or with toes in the sand are plentiful. Yes, Negril is a tourist town and over the years, it has surely been affected by international tourists, but it has something for everyone from the budget tourist to the super rich. Your description of the beach having once been beautiful is actually false, in reality, Negril’s 7 mile beach was beautiful and it remains so. There are plenty of places to stay where you can avoid those vendors who walk in the hot sun selling fresh fruits, jerk pork, steamed lobsters, calabash bowls, sun hats, art, beef patties, fresh squeezed orange juice, delicious banana bread and chocolate cake, or a stick of high grade local ganja… or, you can embrace the experience, say no thank you to the trinkets or foods you don’t want and drop asleep listening to the waves lap against the pristine shore line and the thumping bass of the reggae music in the air. Every parish is unique, it’s not necessary to disparage one to bring the beauty of another to light.

By: Betty

Betty — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 17:28:56 +0000

I’ve traveled to Jamaica for over 22 years, twice a year. Port Antonio is Lovely and has more of a neighborhood feel. Where their Beaches are Beautiful, the water is rough and smells like fish to me, which I don’t care for. I agree there are fewer tourist there and lot’s to explore however, it does close down early. I have driven the beautiful back roads and been able to play the Jamaican version of Bingo till the Wee hours of the morning at the neighborhood bar. Have never found Port Antonio to be cheaper than Negril, Food or Lodging and I stay in a Inexpensive Condo in walking distance of the Boston Jerk Center. Negril offers things Port Antonio does not. Live Reggea entertainment all the time. A 7 mile Beach which has been voted one of the best in the world that offers calm warm water. The West End overlooking the Cliffs that has neighborhood Bars as well as great food establishments of all types (Large or Small) Food and accomodations for every size Wallet. I have never stayed in an All Inclusive anywhere. Plenty of affordable places in Negril. As for the locals on the beach that may offer you there products, I agree, a simple polite No Thank You has always sufficed and is part of the Ambience. Having said this, I love both Negril and Port Antonio.

By: Marsha king

Marsha king — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:24:04 +0000

In reply to Jazzy.

If someone ask you if you want to buy something and you say no…that does not equate harassment. Would you rather they tried to kill you rather than make an honest living? Why travel to an island…spend thousands on airfare and hotels for the white man but have a problem with someone making an honest living. The locals should start ignoring folks like you….they are not circus animals for your enjoying to stop and chat with you. I was just in Negril and people were very nice…and I am Jamaica and do need kissing up to…leave our people ALONE.

By: Mario

Mario — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 02:44:22 +0000

If you feel the need to promote Port Antonio do so without disparaging Negril. It doesnt sound as if you know enough about the town to be constructive. Negril has excellent scuba, some of the best restaurants and not to mention the historical fixture in Rick’s Cafe. I completely understand if you feel bothered by vendors but, thus is how they make their living..tourism is after all the main source of income for the island.

By: Jhunelle J

Jhunelle J — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:42:46 +0000

Though there is truth to your points, I LOVE Negril! They’re both great places to get away, but the preference I guess would vary person to person as they’re 2 completely different experiences (as pointed out here).

By: Jazzy

Jazzy — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 08:12:35 +0000

In reply to Charm Robb.

hahahahhaah!!!! It’s pretty difficult to keep my mouth shut about Porty I love it there! However, I will try not to write any more articles on Porty to keep it on the hush hush! Lol!

One Love,
Jazzy

By: Charm Robb

Charm Robb — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 17:15:16 +0000

Jazzy, thanks for sharing your travel experiences. I, especially loved info on Port Antonio; my cupa tea.
At the risk of sounding selfish, pl keep the excitement low :0, can’t have everyone in the know. One love.

Charm

By: Ben

Ben — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 03:48:36 +0000

In reply to TOM. If you want to stay near the beaches than Fairy Hill is a good place to be. Port Antonio is only a short route taxi drive away in case you need something.

By: TOM

TOM — Sat, 14 Jan 2017 14:56:03 +0000

hello

Do you think FAIRY HILL is good place for accommodation. We was to be nearest nice beaches but we fear that in FAIR HILL will be too quietly for us.

Do you recommend to found place to sleep in PORT ANTONIO or FAIR HILL.

We would like easy to get to nice beach but also we want be near to bars and shops

Big Thanks
Tom

By: Jazzy

Jazzy — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 10:37:11 +0000

In reply to Dale Borchelt.

Hey Dale,

What did we get wrong about Negril?

And yeah maybe we should keep porty a secret, I don’t want it to turn into another touristy and resort heavy parish either ;)