Has anyone gotten back from Negril lately? I was wondering how the beaches and weather are there right now. We're going to be heading there in a couple of weeks.

I was in Negril the last week in Oct. during the hurricane scare. Mostly a lot of wind and rain. There were a few days of sunshine. The beaches were very rough and choppy. None of the divers could dive off of the cliffs at Ricks cafe. Made a lot of new friends there that I keep in touch with. I was told that the beaches a close to back to normal, the shore line has receded, and the clean up continues. I plan on returning in the near future. Everyone always talks bad about Jamaica, but if you just use your common sense as you would anywhere you go you will have a great time. I know I did. The people that I have met have gone out of their way to be helpful and accommodating, I have even been offered places to stay when I return. If you have an open mind and just talk to the people and are not rude or always fearful you will have a good time. If you have any further questions feel free to e-mail me

We were in Negril last Dec 1997, <BR>from 1 Dec thru 7 Dec and the <BR>weather at that time was just great! <BR>Temperatures averaged in the 80's <BR>and the ocean was warm and clear <BR>for snorkeling. We did experience <BR>brief showers which quickly ended <BR>within the half hour during the day <BR>and in the evening a couple of times <BR>while we were there. Since the <BR>hurricane season officially ends on <BR>30 November, your timing is good. <BR>And I second everything the previous <BR>poster said about Jamaica. In <BR>fact, if I could, I would go back to <BR>Jamaica in a hearbeat. <BR>Signed Janice <BR>

Here, here, to the positive responses about Jamaica. I get so tired of all the bashing that island gets. <BR> <BR>I was in Negril, Ocho Rios & Port Antonio this past September and had a blast. Just treat the locals with respect and no problem, mon. <BR> <BR>As you would anywhere, use your common sense and leave the flashy jewelry and clothes at home. <BR> <BR>I look forward to return there this comming June '99

Just got back today! It was great! Went to Couples-Negril. I would recommend it if you are going to the Negril area. Weather is just fine. <BR>