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Kingston, Jamaica - The Un-Holiday

If you are dreaming of sand, sun and water and Jamaica is your destination, you will be well warned to avoid the city of Kingston even though not entirely. You wouldn't find beaches and resort style adventures in the capital city of Kingston but yet there are some interesting sights and sounds. Below are a few of the highlights you can experience in Kingston, Jamaica:
1) The Bob Marley Museum
Image Bob Marley Museum Kingston Copywite Ashauntae

2) Hope Gardens
Hope Gardens Kingston Image copywrite Ashauntae

3) Devon House
Devon House Kingston Image copywrite Ashauntae

4) Devon House Ice Cream
5) Emancipation Park
6) Port Royal

On the less relaxing side, you must deal with the hustle and bustle of city life. Remember, that while you may be vacationing, everyone else has to continue the rat race of life. Many of the shops and city life you will find in the Constant Springs road area. Walking the streets downtown can be similar to making your way through a corn maze only this maze consists of uneven and non-existent sidewalks cluttered with pedestrians, vendors and their wares. The phrase "taking a walk on the wild side" is consistently on your mind.
Kingston Harbour area image copywrite Ashauntae


While you won't see the see, you do get some good views of the mountains with homes atop, and the trip to the airport takes you along the port cities where you see breathtaking and uncluttered views of the water.
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