November 30, 2009
Issue #31: November 2009
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------------------------- Intro-------------------------How U Du (How are You)? Well, I've been trying to smartly balance all the school stuff with my day job, and believe me it is a real challenge! But guess what? I think I am just about keeping up, at least for the time been. I even made some time to get out with my co-workers, this time to Chukka Adventures. It was a real treat! I have information on that, and lots more in this edition. Get relaxed now, you are going to love this :-) To read this version directly on the website (Highly Recommended) Click Here. |
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Did you Know?
-------------------- ...that nickel coins were first used in Jamaica in 1869?
- ...that a railway disaster in Jamaica killed over 200 people on Sunday, September 1, 1957?
It happened at approximately 11:30pm in Kendal Manchester.
Hundreds of members of the Holy Name Society of St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church were returning to Kingston from an all day excursion in Montego Bay under the guidance of their pastor, the Reverend Father Charles Earle.
Also on board were close to 100 known criminals, hooligans and pickpockets.
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 on My-Island-Jamaica.com
----------------------------------------------Our Chukka Advenuture Tour
Last Thursday, we the took the trip and dared the adventures, it was loads of fun!
The Piquant Jamaican Rum Punch
Jamaican Rum Punch is one of the island’s most popular cocktail drinks. It shouldn't be all surprising though, considering that we Jamaicans are lovers of rum, and incidentally, are producers of some of the finest rums in the world.
More Pictures From Jamaica
I've posted some new photos in the album, hop over and take a peek!
Here's the link again: https://www.my-island-jamaica.com/jamaica_pictures.html
Also, you may also keep up to the minute with my latest posts on Twitter and facebook.
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The Latest from Jamaica!
---------------------------"Cyber Monday" Deals to Jamaica
"The Jamaica Tourist Board and Travelocity are giving travelers another reason to be thankful by offering enticing “Cyber Monday” deals beginning this Monday, November 30.
Travelers can take advantage of these ultra affordable winter deals and take a winter holiday to some of Jamaica’s most popular resorts."
Full article on the Tourist Board's Website.
Sunday Racing Begins
As the Battle between the Church and Caymanas Track continues, the innagural Sunday Raceday got underway to a bumper crowd!
Read the full story in this Article.
Freddie McGregor for Negril Reggae Concert
"Music-lovers in western Jamaica will be treated to another show in the Negril One Love Reggae Concert winter series at the Negril Escape Resort on Tuesday December 1."
Also, I am inviting you to send your feedback to these news stories
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Features!
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Conclusion
----------------Thanks a lot for you precious time again, see you next issue.
N.B. A website with blog, newsletter, forums etc? ... I couldn't have done all this without the Power of SBI.
Regards,
Wellesley
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