October 31, 2010
Welcome to Publication #42!
Issue #42: October 2010
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------------------------- Intro-------------------------Hi again, I am talking to you on a rather unusual Sunday morning here in Jamaica. It's kinda 'eery quiet', the skies overcast, minimal wind, and very little activity - human or otherwise. I guess we, and nature, are mindful to the fact that hurricane Tomas looms and will cause some disaster - if continues on it's projected path. But it's not all gloom, I have that, but also some positive and exciting news to share with you as well. Ready? Great! Keep reading... To read this version directly on the website (Highly Recommended) Click Here. |
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Did you Know?
-------------------- ...that Jamaica is the 3rd largest of 51 inhabited islands in the Caribbean?
Only Cuba and Hispaniola are bigger. This is actually a giveaway, wouldn't you say?
Well, now you know!
Consider getting the entire collection of these Intriguing facts about Jamaica. You can get the convenient ebook version, or the popular hard copy version here.
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The Latest From Jamaica!
----------------------------------------------It's Serious, Hurricane Tomas Threatens Jamaica
This should be stale news for you now, however, just in case you are just hearing, it is true, an ugly hurricane Tomas is forecast to cause some serious damage to Jamaica.
Many of our facebook fans are tracking it and sharing sentiments. Please stop by and add your voice, we'll need all the support we can get.
We will also provide the latest on it over there as well.
Jamaican jerk sauce wins Americas Food Show title
"A Jamaican jerk sauce, "Barbecue Madness", was named "Best Sauce" at the 14th annual Americas Food and Beverage show, which ended Wednesday (October 27) at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida"... Read the full story here.
Jamaica a big winner at World Travel Awards
"Jamaica came out a big winner in the 2010 World Travel Awards, copping some 18 major awards in the travel and tourism categories" ... Here's the complete article.
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The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com
---------------------------It just gets better- Our fan page is exploding!
If you missed my last ezine, here is it again.
In it, I mentioned all the latest and exciting happenings going on over on the fan page. Please, don't be a stranger, do stop by and share with us.
Whoo hoo! Another nifty improvement coming to the site
Well of course! We call it continuous improvement! I won't say too much except to say 'stay tuned', it will be real soon.
By the way, have you subscribed to The Blog? If not yet done, make sure you Subscribe Here that's another way to stay on top of the very latest additions or changes on the website.
Alternatively, you may also keep up to the minute with my latest posts on Twitter and rub shoulders with our other fans on our facebook page.
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Hot Upcoming Events Jamaica!
---------------------------Negril's Reggae Marathon
"The mellow coastal town of Negril gets surprisingly active at the annual Reggae Marathon. Competitors take on either the full marathon or half marathon that both wind their way along some of the most beautiful coastline in Jamaica." ... Summary Here. The launch took place on Wednesday.
Incidentally, I had the privilege to interview the 'God Father' and founder of this exciting event earlier in the year. Here is the interview with Alfred Francis.
Jamaica's Restaurant Week
"The sixth staging of the annual Restaurant Week formerly Kingston Restaurant Week has expands its experience to the resort areas of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios". Full article here.
OktoberFest 2010
"As a follow-up to last year's successful staging, Breezes is ready again for a bigger and better Oktoberfest." Summary Here.
AND, lot's more are happening in (and about) Jamaica, please consider bookmarking current events in Jamaica page, and keep on top of the very latest news and events.
From there you can get the very latest news as well as information on the latest events and activities.
Also, I am inviting you to send your feedback to these news stories, article or commentary.
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Features!
-----------------Make Your Knowledge Sell!
Turn YOUR knowledge into revenue, yep - sell "what you know" on the Net. I did it with with My-Island-Jamaica.com and you can too! Learn how here.
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Conclusion
----------------A huge thanks again for putting up with me, I truly appreciate it though.
Please keep Jamaica in your thoughts as we go through another pending disaster. Chat soon!
P.S. Don't forget to keep up to the minute with my latest posts on Twitter and our facebook fan page.
Regards,
WellesleyP.S. A website with a blog, a newsletter, forums etc? ... I couldn't have done all this without the Power of SBI.
Website: https://www.my-island-jamaica.com.
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