Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Photo Credit: D. Crichton The master-planned resort community of Rose Hall includes gated communities of high-end homes and villas, such as Caribbean Heights, The Greens and Spring Farm. Built around 2 championship golf courses, it is a golfer’s dream come true! The former plantation is home to a restored Georgian great house which […]
Thinking About Buying a Second Home in Beautiful Jamaica?
You Can Have The Best of Both Worlds Dreading the onset of winter? Need to getaway or just spend some quality time with your loved ones?… Migration is an option, but there is another way to make this happen without having to uproot your entire life by relocating to a warmer foreign country! For all […]
You Eagerly Bought Your 1st Airbnb Property, Now What?
Strategies for Airbnb Success During an Economic Downturn. Things were going well… You bought an income-generating property, turned it into an Airbnb rental, the bookings were coming in like clockwork and you put a check-mark beside you passive income goal. Then all of a sudden, the world is hit by a pandemic!… HELP!!! What should […]
5 Big Things to Consider Carefully When Downsizing to a Smaller Home
Considering Downsizing? Contrary to popular belief, downsizing is not just for empty nesters or retirees. The concept of downsizing is more a matter of simplifying ones life than simply reducing the space one occupies. While it may involve less square footage, there are a number of other moving parts. Throughout my career as a Jamaican […]
The Top 10 Restaurants in Montego Bay
Best Restaurants in Montego Bay Jamaica is known for its authentic cuisine, which stems from a melting pot of different influences and is a major part of life on the island. The growing appetite for variety in Montego Bay has given rise to a number of great restaurants and eateries offering food from around the […]
The Best Jamaican Food Restaurants in Montego Bay
If you are in Montego Bay and you want to get some good old Jamaican food, you won’t be disappointed with our list of the best Jamaican food restaurants in Montego Bay. (They are NOT categorised in order of preference.) There are some tried and true options that will have you going back for more. […]
Grocery Shopping in Jamaica: Helpful Tips for Expats
Grocery Shopping in Jamaica When you’ve grow accustomed to your local grocery store it’s not at all surprising that you may feel cast adrift when you migrate and are faced with grocery shopping in Jamaica. It can be helpful to familiarize ourselves with some of the basics before we set out. Most people in Jamaica […]
The Essential Guide to the 10 Important Public Holidays in Jamaica
“Christmas comes but once a year, and when it comes it brings good cheer”. ~Nursery rhyme Public holidays in Jamaica are greatly anticipated and are often marked with special events and celebrations. The 10 Public Holidays in Jamaica are: Christmas Day (December 25th) Boxing Day (December 26th) New Year’s Day (January 1st) Ash Wednesday […]
Utility Companies in Jamaica: The Ultimate Guide for Expats
Utility Companies in Jamaica: The Ultimate Guide for Expats By Guest Contributor – Patricia Ottey Utility Companies in Jamaica include the National Water Commission (NWC) and the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS). NWC is a nationally owned monopoly, while 80% share ownership of JPS is in the hands of private investors. You may hear people […]
Private Residence or Gated Community? – Explore which is best for you.
Which Jamaican home is right for you: Gated Community vs. Stand-alone Residence? Private dwelling or gated community? Which one is right for you? Throughout my career as a Jamaican Realtor, I have had the privilege of helping many people transition to homes more suited to their needs. Here are a few factors I encourage my […]
