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A taste of Jamaica

It is always great to visit Jamaica when you haven’t visited in a while. Took a short trip to my homeland recently just wanted to share a few photos to wet your appetite Let’s take a look at something to eat Jewel Grande is an all inclusive and spa. You are also able to book… Read More A taste of Jamaica

May 25, 2025May 31, 2025 xlcrgirlLeave a comment

A spin in Dominican Republic

I spent a week in Puerto Plata with my best friend and stayed at Cofresi Resort. This was a timeshare exchange for a one bedroom. In general and usually in my experience a one bedroom accommodates four people comfortably. There is usually a sofa bed in the living room. What we got was a queen… Read More A spin in Dominican Republic

December 18, 2023May 8, 2024 xlcrgirl4 Comments

A stop in St. Martin

One of the popular ports when cruising the Caribbean is St. Martin an island divided into one side French and the other Dutch. In addition to the lovely beaches and great resorts a tour around the island has some interesting encounters. Having stayed at one of the resorts for a week before taking this tour… Read More A stop in St. Martin

December 7, 2020December 8, 2020 xlcrgirl4 Comments

Some highlights of Jamaica

Every time I return to Jamaica I discover places that I had not seen or been to before. So many of us do not get the chance to explore some of the great places to see and things to do until we return on a visit. I will share some of the things I have… Read More Some highlights of Jamaica

October 24, 2020November 29, 2023 xlcrgirl6 Comments

A taste of Santiago de Cuba and Cienfuegos

Traveling by ship has its drawbacks one of which is the amount of time a traveler has to experience everything that a city has to offer, however getting to interact with the natives and visit some of their museums and projects gives you a good taste of the culture. In Santiago a visit to Revolution… Read More A taste of Santiago de Cuba and Cienfuegos

December 31, 2019April 21, 2020 xlcrgirl2 Comments

Havana continued

We were heading to Pinar del Rio about a two and a half hours ride out of Havana. Driving out to the outskirts gives one the opportunity to experience the beautiful landscape and the lifestyle in these villages. Just a glimpse as we work our way to the province of Pinar Del Rio. In Vinales… Read More Havana continued

December 14, 2019April 21, 2020 xlcrgirlLeave a comment

Cuba continued Havana

As you approach the city the fort stands out in all it’s glory and you immediately get a glimpse of the beautiful skyline along the Malecon. A visit to the fort gives you a lovely view of old Havana. There is shop where you can purchase liquor, cigars etc. There are various Cuban cigars and… Read More Cuba continued Havana

December 13, 2019June 6, 2020 xlcrgirlLeave a comment

Visit to Cuba

We arrived in Santa Clara at an airport that is managed by the military, Immigration process is very formal no smiles no verbal interactions beyond necessary questions and answers. The luggage is scanned. Our guide had given us a bag with foodstuff which included an apple, I had asked the steward if I would be… Read More Visit to Cuba

December 11, 2019April 21, 2020 xlcrgirlLeave a comment

Jamaica land of my birth

Have had several visits to Port Royal to enjoy fish at Glorias this time around visited the new restaurant located on the waterfront. Of course treated by my dear friend Freddy. The service was excellent, the fried fish with steamed and fried bammy was excellent. They must have heard about me and fish head because… Read More Jamaica land of my birth

November 21, 2019April 21, 2020 xlcrgirlLeave a comment

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