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How to enjoy your ‘staycation’!

October 27th, 2020

Many of us had to suddenly change our travel plans this year. Instead of hopping a plane and heading off to a foreign location, hanging out at our many fun spots or just going to endless parties, many Jamaicans have been forced to stay home due to travel restrictions imposed because of the Covid19 pandemic. [...]

Vacation on a budget!

November 4th, 2018

Whenever I see pictures of pristine white beaches against the beautiful backdrop of a shoreline littered with trees and a hammock gently swinging in the distance, I sigh with contentment as I imagine myself there enjoying it all. Of course that’s a dream, reality usually intrudes as I face whatever task I am doing far [...]

How to make the most of a little!

May 6th, 2018

It’s not often that persons walk around saying they have enough funds and they don’t need anymore. In fact I don’t think I have ever heard anyone say that. However when I look around me it does seem as if some people have it figured out. They pay their bills, go on fabulous holidays and [...]

How to Plan the Perfect Vacation (Part 2)

January 3rd, 2018

‘Work hard and play hard’ is a mantra for a lot of hardworking Jamaicans. They believe that while things are rough there is no reason to withhold their ‘fun times’. As a result many vacations are set aside as times to party and relax. As a follow up to a previous post here are some [...]

How to plan for the perfect vacation! (Part 1)

December 10th, 2017

A lot of people work with vacation days in mind. They eagerly check the days that are left and breathe a sigh of relief when the day finally arrives! The vacation that they have in mind often is not a reality due to a lack of proper planning. What plans do you need to have [...]

Are you counting down?

October 1st, 2017

It seems as if Decemberis much more anticipated more than any other month. This time of year people start counting down because they plan to take on home improvement projects or go on overseas trips. What should you do before you plan for your vacation this year? Travel Changes It’s important to check if the travel [...]

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