Jamaica Overview
List of hospitals in Jamaica Here is a list of hospitals in Jamaica which are open and treating patients. This list may be incomplete or may not reflect recent changes. You can help us keeping it updated by notifying us of changes or additions.
Jamaican Business Directory Are you looking to do business with companies in Jamaican? Here is a small sample of Jamaican businesses. The listings here includes over 17 industries in Jamaica.
So You Want To Live In Jamaica - An American Retiree in Jamaica There are probably countless numbers of people who would love to live on this island paradise. With warm friendly people, lush tropical flora, and cool tropical breezes, who could resist. But, alas, it isn’t as easy as you might think. This article will explore two main ways of accomplishing your dream.
Celebrate Black History Month - New Jamaica Nostalgia Photos Added Celebrate Black History month with a look back at the past. We have added over 30 new photos of Jamaica's past to our Nostalgia photo gallery. There are some amazing photos of Jamaica and Jamaicans, including one titled "Jamaican Negro Peasants". Check out these new Jamaica Past photos today.
Roaming At Coronation Market In Kingston, Jamaica I do not recall the exact moment I realized I loved going to markets. As a child growing up in Trinidad, I knew exactly where to go on weekend mornings to view the largest variety of produce vendors, with colorful fresh goods for sale.
The Tramways of Kingston, Jamaica The island of Jamaica is about 50 miles wide and 150 miles long. Its north coast is about 100 miles south of Cuba and 100 miles west of Haiti. Jamaica was a British colony from 1655 until 1958; it became a fully independent state in 1962. A steam railroad that opened in 1845 between its capital, Kingston, and Spanish Town was one of the first railroads in the Americas, preceded only by lines in the U.S., Canada and Cuba. Kingston's population was about 50,000 in 1900, is about 100,000 today.
CIA Factbook: Jamaica Introduction The island - discovered by Christopher COLUMBUS in 1494 - was settled by the Spanish early in the 16th century. The native Taino Indians, who had inhabited Jamaica for centuries, were gradually exterminated and replaced by African slaves.
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Replacing a lost or stolen Jamaican Passport Replacing a lost or stolen Jamaican Passport If you’ve ever been to one of the Jamaican Consulates you’ve definitely witnessed all the frustration and headache that comes with obtaining a Jamaican passport. The guidelines and standards that they follow have recently been heightened and the associates at the consulate are making sure that all applicants comply.
Jamaica Business Resources A comprehensive list of Jamaican Business resources. This list includes a brief description of the organization, a website, email addresses and telephone numbers.
Beijing Olympic 2008 Photos Last month Jamaica had it's most successfully Olympics in history. Check out Beijing Olympic Pictures in Beijing Olympic 2008 Photo Gallery courtesy of the Caribbean Association of China. Show your appreciation and congratulate the Jamaican Olympic team by signing our online guest book. We will print it and sent to Jamaica to be presented to the team.
Jamaica Past With Nostalgia Photos Celebrate Jamaica's 46th Independence with a look back at the past. We have added over 30 new photos of Jamaica's past to our Nostalgia photo gallery. Check out these new Jamaica Past photos today.
Importing a Motor Vehicle Last month I related my experience of buying a car in Jamaica. This month I looked at an alternative. If you have a love relationship with your present vehicle, you might want to bring it to Jamaica with you along with all your household goods. After reading this article you can come to terms with just how serious that love affair is.
Starting a Business in Jamaica If you are interested in starting a business in Jamaica, there are a number of legal requirements that must be followed. Jamaica’s Business Name Act of 1934 makes it illegal to start a business without first registering it with Companies of Jamaica, which was formerly called the Office of the Registrar of Companies.
Jamaica Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) Updated We have updated our Jamaica Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and added a new interface. Questions are now categorized for a better user experience. We have also add new questions and answers.
Emergency Offices Across the Caribbean A list of the Emergency offices in Caribbean countries.
A Selected Economic Indicators on Jamaica 1990 - 95 Selected Economic Indicators on Jamaica 1990 - 1995.
Jamaica Organizations A list of Jamaica Organizations overseas.
Jamaica Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ's Here is a list of Jamaica Frequently Asked Questions.
Embassies in Jamaica A list of the Embassies in Jamaica with their contact information.






