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Issue #70: May 2013

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------------------------- Introduction ------------------------- Hi there again! I hope you are well. I don't say it often enough, but I do appreciate you been a part of my online Jamaican family and been an ardent subscriber to my site. It's you and others like you, that really motivate me to keep on going. Today, I have some good information I think you'll find very insightful. In addition to the news and upcoming events et al, I also include my one-on-one with Carolyn Barret of Barrett Adventures and also highlight Linda's excitement; she is returning to Jamaica for 12 days! And if you ever thought about places in Jamaica with "Pen" in the name (eg. May Pen), then you'll find this article very insightful as well. I also included Catcha Falling Star's summer specials as well. So are your ready my friend? Let's go!! Note: To read this version directly on the website (Highly Recommended) Click Here Now.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Did you Know? Insightful and Intriguing Jamaican facts and trivia. The Latest From Jamaica! More Airlifts To Jamaica Jamaican Artistes/Entertainers To Get Registry? The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com! Linda Returns To Jamaica Meet Carolyn of Barrett Adventures Specials At Catcha Falling Star Gardens Hotel Hot Upcoming Events In Jamaica! Soccer World Cup Qualifiers Jamaica Ocho Rios Jazz Festival Features Place names With 'Pen' in Jamaica Conclusion

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Did you Know?

• ...that Petersfield, Westmoreland is named after Peter Beckford who came to Jamaica soon after the English conquest "to seek his fortune" by selling horses?

  His family became successful and inherited Westmoreland properties including Roaring River and Fort William. However, he got seriously in debt and spent some time in the English debtor's prison, the Fleet, where he occupied himself by writing a two-volume History of Jamaica. (VisitJamaica.com)

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!

1. More Airlifts To Jamaica

   "Jamaica has secured airlift out of several South American and Eastern European countries, which is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the island for the summer and winter months." Full Story...

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2. Jamaican Artistes/Entertainers To Get Registry?

   "The Government is exploring the possibility of establishing an entertainment/creative industries registry as part of efforts to build the industry while ensuring that stakeholders reap the benefits". Full Story Here.

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The Latest on My-Island-Jamaica.com

1. Linda Returns To Jamaica

   Linda: "My husband and I are returning next April. We were there for 8 days last time we are planning on 12 days this time!" Read more...

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2. Meet Carolyn of Barrett Adventures

   I had a one-on-one with Carolyn and believe me, I was blown away by her knowledge of the secret gems on the island. Very insightful article. Here is it... https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/barrett_adventures.html. You'll like it; some lovely pictures there as well!

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3. Specials At Catcha Falling Star Gardens Hotel

   Sometime ago I shared with you my lovely experience at Catcha Falling Star in Negril.

   Well they are now having a hot summer special. If you are planning to be here, do consider them.

4. And LOTS more new and exciting articles, please visit the blog page

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Hot Upcoming Events Jamaica!

1. Soccer World Cup Qualifiers

   Game On! These appear to be must win matches if Jamaica is to advance to the prestigious soccer world cup.

   If you'll be here in Jamaica in June, do consider stopping at one of the matches - another great Jamaican cultural experience.Read More...

2. Jamaica Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

   "This festival includes international performers from Europe, the United States and the Caribbean along with renowned Jamaican jazz artistes." Read more...

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   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!

• Place names With 'Pen' in Jamaica

  This started as a curious question, but I found it very interesting and did my own research.

  Here is the list .

  Interesting isn't it?

  Do you know any of such 'pens' in Jamaica? Be sure to add what you know.

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Conclusion

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