Joe Raphael

Amazing to hear people expressing views on heresay and what they have read. Talk about your experiences. I lived in Hawaii for 16 years and I can tell you that Hawaii has crime and Waikiki is crwded. Yes, it has prostitutes and yes there are local bullies. <BR>Now , the rest of the story. Unlike Jamaica tourists in Hawaii feel safe. It may be a false sense but they feel safe. Hawaii is not filthy and smoggy as some earlier posted. <BR>Hawaii has, once you get out of Waikiki, amazing beauty that matches any tropical place in the world. And I have fimed in 106 countries over 35 years. <BR>Jamaica also is a beautiful place but unlike Hawaii, it feels unsafe. Maybe because the subconscious fear of Black people inveted in the minds of Anglos. <BR>Fear is fear no matter how it got there. And definetly one is hassled in Jamaica and not in Hawaii. <BR>Now the more you visit any Island the safer you'll feel. In both Islands there exist anti-white sentiment. But this almost never, affects your trip. <BR>Be careful, relax, and enjoy either Island. I'd recommend Hawaii. I know it's cheaper once you leave the hotels, and it has more beauty and variety. <BR>But, if you choose Jamaica and let's say Negril, you'll have a wonderful time as well.