November 30, 2010
Issue #43: November 2010
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------------------------- Intro-------------------------Hey, Thanks for stopping by for this, our special, Christmas edition. I say the Christmas edition as this is probably the last you'll hear from me (through this medium) before Christmas. I am truly excited about the holidays and can't wait for our annual family reunion! As usual, lot happened in Jamaica, but there were also increased excitement on your favourite little website. For example, we presented our new look website to you, as well as the captivating 'pictures' video. But there were more, and I'll get right into it...Ready? Great! Let's Go!! To read this version directly on the website (Highly Recommended) Click Here. |
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Did you Know?
-------------------- ...that the Manchester Golf Club in Jamaica, established in 1868, is the oldest in the western hemisphere!
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!
----------------------------------------------Hurricane Season Officially Ends Today
...and what a relief! We sure have some memories, don't we?, including the nagging hurricane TOMAS! But all of our storm concerns are gone - at least until next April, Yippee!!
Jamaican Tourist Numbers Bolt Up
"The island has seen a tremendous growth in U.K. tourism. It was announced that tourists from the U.K rose by a staggering thirteen percent in the summer giving a further boost to Jamaica’s economy."... Read the full story here.
Germany Donates to Recovery Effort
"The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has received a $5.5 million donation from the German Government to support recovery and relief efforts in the aftermath of the recent heavy rains." ... Here's the complete JIS article.
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The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com
---------------------------Share your Jamaican Pictures
Following the excitement created by our pictures video, we have created a new opportunity to have you, our esteemed visitors, add your own Jamaican Photos to our site - directly!
Join in the fun! Share some of those beautiful Jamaican photos with us! It's truly engaging and fun! Also, you'll get a direct (and permanent) link that you can share instantly with your friends & family!
I can't wait to see some of those adorable photos you have! Here is how you'll do it.
More Questions, More Informative Answers!
Yep, more interesting questions, and more informative answers. These included, questions about...
- Camping Overnight on Jamaican beaches.
- Distance between Negril and St. Thomas
- Photograper in Negril...and more!
Visit our Q&A forum to see the complete list.
N.B. We have received some truly helpful comments to these questions on our facebook fan page. I am inviting you to stop over there to see some of those responses.
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
This is really just a gentle reminder - here is the original post.
Rally Jamaica
"Ear-splitting screeches and the throaty revving of engines deafen spectators standing around loose-gravel stages in Kingston at the annual Rally Jamaica, organized by the Jamaica Millennium Motoring Club.". Visit there website for full details.
Christmas Time!
This is rather unique, yes, I admit, but Christmas-time in Jamaica, in my opinion is an event in itself - the entire holiday season!
If you are going to be around (in Jamaica), then you'll know what I am talking about! Take a peek at my Christmas in Jamaica article for more!
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 Words Sell!
Effective writing is key to individual & business success - and there is nothing magical about it.
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Conclusion
----------------Did you realize that the next time we talk, we'll be ringing in 2011? Yep! You have a great time my friend, OK? We'll chat again then.
Thanks again for your time my friend. I truly appreciate it.
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.
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