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The My Island Jamaica Blog is my little mini-journal about Jamaica.

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May 12, 2025

How Does the Food in Portland Compare to Montego Bay, Jamaica?

Question from Darren, California: Is there a difference between the food in Portland vs Montego Bay? I’m a foodie and want to taste

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May 12, 2025

Did You Know About Jamaica’s New Online C5 Customs Form?

Question from Traveler at the Airport: Hi Wellesley, we are at the airport now. Just found out we need to now fill in the C5 Jamaica

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May 10, 2025

How to Transfer Land Title in Jamaica After a Parent's Death

Question from Roberts, UK: Hi, my mother in Jamaica has been dead 24 years now as of March. She has left land for me. How do

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May 10, 2025

Can U.S. Citizens Build Homes in Jamaica? Residency, Property Tax, and Beachfront Regulations

Question from Stu Pouya, Rhoadesville, Virginia, USA: Can U.S. citizens build a home in Jamaica near larger cities or towns?

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May 10, 2025

Can I Find Out Who Owned a Property in Kingston, Jamaica in 1933?

Question from Carol Halliburton, Suwanee, GA: My father was born in 1933 in Kingston. His dad lived at 6 Water Street, Kingston. I

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May 10, 2025

Commode Rental Options in Jamaica

Hi Wellesley, I hope you are well. My family and I are coming down next week. We will stay a few days in Kingston, then the other days in Mobay. I know

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May 03, 2025

S Hotel Montego Bay Named Jamaica’s Best All-Inclusive in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Awards

S Hotel Montego Bay has done it again! The boutique, adults-only hotel—perfectly perched on the world-famous Doctor’s Cave Beach—has claimed the

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May 03, 2025

Local Cooking Classes in Jamaica

Are there local cooking classes I can take while in Jamaica? I want to learn how to make jerk chicken the authentic way. ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle

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May 03, 2025

Will I lose my Pension?

To whom It May Concern Good day! My cousin is wondering if she remarries at the age of 72 years old, will she lose her deceased former husband pension?

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May 03, 2025

Uniquely Jamaican Inventions and Global Contributions You Might Not Know

What are some uniquely Jamaican inventions or contributions to the world that aren’t widely known? ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Naomi, Thanks

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May 03, 2025

Traveling to Jamaica with prescription medicine that is a controlled substance

My family and I will be traveing to Montego Bay, Jamaica this upcoming August. My 9 year old grandson has medication that he needs to take daily which

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Apr 30, 2025

Our Etsy Store Is Temporarily Closed, But We’re Still Here For You!

Hey family, Just want to take a moment to update you on something important happening with our online shop. As you know, we’ve been proudly sharing

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Apr 26, 2025

Is May A Good Time To Visit Jamaica- Coming For My Birthday

I'm coming to Jamaica shortly to celebrate my 60th birthday in May. I hear that is the start of your rainy season. Will I be disappointed? Should

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Apr 26, 2025

Rental car In Jamaica

Can I get a reasonable rental car for 4 days? ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Geanna! Thanks for asking, yes sure, you can definitely find a reasonable

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Apr 26, 2025

looking for a farmer of pimento seeds who would be prepared to ship to UK

Hi, I am looking for a farmer of pimento seeds who would be prepared to ship to UK ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Jim! Thanks so much for reaching

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Apr 26, 2025

Luggage wrap at Jamaica Airport

Good day, Do you have luggage wrapping available at Montego Bay Airport? ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Juleigha! Thanks so much for reaching out

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Apr 26, 2025

What is a Jamaican mayor's professional attire?

What do they wear? What is their attire called? What are the different types of attire? ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hey Yadiza, big thanks for

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Apr 19, 2025

What do Jamaicans do for Easter?

Photo: Jamaican Easter Bun and Cheese What do Jamaicans do for Easter? || by Aneisha Dobson, Associate Writer See Also: Why do Jamaicans eat bun and

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Apr 19, 2025

Can I Correct My Jamaican Birth Certificate From the USA?

my name is Juliet i live in the USA i would like to know if i can correct my last name on my birth certificate with out leaving the USA can it be done

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Apr 19, 2025

Can I build an A-Frame house in Jamaica?

Hello, Thank you for the work you are doing here, it is truly helpful. My question revolves around building a non traditional house in Jamaica. You

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Apr 19, 2025

My Daughter's Sweet 16 Birthday Party Venue

I am looking for a place to hold my daughters sweet 16 birthday party in Montego bay, St. James. I want the venue to have a good amount of space, affordable

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Apr 12, 2025

subdivision of land in Jamaica

good morning what is the process of sub-dividing land and how long does it take. -Nicholas (Kingston, Jamaica) ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Morning

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Apr 12, 2025

what are the features of the Jamaican P.A.Y.E system?

what are the features of the Jamaican P.A.Y.E system? -Paul ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Paul, So the P.A.Y.E. system in Jamaica, which stands

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Apr 12, 2025

Seeking a marriage officer in St Ann

Hello Sir, very interesting website, we are seeking a marriage officer in the parish of St Ann Jamaica for our wedding in Sept can you recommend a reliable

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Apr 05, 2025

Does Jamaican Customs Use Its Own Car Values for Import Duty?

I was told that the Jamaican government does NOT use the CIF value from Japan to calculate car duties but have their own rate sheets with their own

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Apr 05, 2025

Can You Bring Frozen Salmon into Jamaica?

Are we allowed to bring in uncooked salmon.... vacuum-sealed and frozen....into Jamaica? ANSWER: by Wellesley Gayle Hi Sharon! Thanks for reaching

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Apr 05, 2025

Non Performing Executor In Jamaica

My grandfather who lived in Jamaica passed away decades ago. My father was a beneficiary along with other siblings, none of which have received their

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Apr 01, 2025

How to Open an Authentic Jamaican Restaurant in Belgrade, Serbia

Dear to whoever it may concern, I would love to open Jamaican restaurant in Belgrade, Serbia. My intentions are to make that restaurant and meal authentic

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Apr 01, 2025

How to Handle Shipping from Jamaica for My Online (Ebay) Business

Hi Wellesley, Thank you for all the information you provide. I have a question. I am planning to come home next year. I have a handmade business on ebay

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Mar 29, 2025

The History and Impact of Boys and Girls' Champs in Jamaica

QUESTION about: The History and Impact of Boys and Girls Champs in Jamaica I understand that Kingston College defended its boys’ championship title

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