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And the Winner is…..

Jamaica Tourist Board Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival 2012

I’m a sucker for a travel contest, especially when the prize is a trip to Jamaica or another locale on my dream destination list. So you can imagine how excited I was once notified that I was the winner of a trip for 2 to the 2012 Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival courtesy of Zappos Couture […]

There’s No Sorry in Capoeira

To say I’m sore would be a huge understatement. From my legs up to the oddest points in my back are in pain. Even my wrists and left pointy finger hurt. The culprit? Capoeira I’ve been lucky enough to see capoeiristas honing their craft all over the world. Their powerful and fluid movements, hypnotic music and crisp […]

Rebel Salute 2012

What started as a concert celebration of Tony Rebel’s birthday has grown into a roots reggae show with the following objectives: To showcase authentic Jamaican culture through music, art, fashion and food. To promote community tourism and encourage social and environmental responsibility. To provide a platform for artists to champion their causes. To expose “Saluters” […]

Christmas in Kingston

Happy holidays and seasons greeting to you and yours! As we wind down 2011, I hope you all take a moment to reflect on this year, the good and the bad and set your intentions for a prosperous 2012. I was excited to spend my first Christmas in Kingston, my new temporary home for a […]

How Does Your Love Bush Grow? (Video)

Love Bush Montego Bay Jamaica

On my way to Club Mobay before my return flight back to LA, I asked my taxi driver, Lawrence, to make a few stops. We headed along top road to the huge Red Stripe sign that overlooks the Hip Strip in Montego Bay. I took in the views and snapped some photos while Lawrence began […]