No Jamaica stop for Clipper yachts in 2012

After fielding a vessel in the last two Clipper Round the World Yacht races, which included a stop at the Errol Flynn Marina in beautiful Port Antonio, Portland on each occasion, the 11-12 race will be without a Jamaica-branded yacht and the fleet is set to make a spirited dash from Panama to the United [...]

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Controversy surfaces out of the Blue

It’s a scenario that plays out ever so often in Jamaica – environmental lobby groups sound the alarm over development projects that threaten to damage or potentially destroy areas that fall within the island’s treasured natural patrimony. On this occasion, the location in question is the fabled Blue Lagoon, known as Blue Hole to the [...]

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Pree10: Gladstone Taylor

Photography is an intricate and fascinating art. If you’ve ever wondered what life is really like behind the lens, this interview with talented photographer Gladstone Taylor is a must read. It’s the first in the Pree10 series, but don’t been fooled by the title. While it might sound close to ‘pretend’, it’s all about keeping [...]

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Knight and Day in JA

The June 23 local premiere of Knight and Day, the action comedy starring Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz that was partly filmed in Jamaica, was hosted by JAMPRO at the Carib Cinema in Cross Roads. Officials from the agency, members of the local film industry and other specially invited guests were on hand to watch [...]

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