Top 5 Cool Facts About Jamaica!
Jamaica, the island of good vibes, sun, and rum. One of our top destinations for a tropical getaway! This Caribbean country has a rich history, with globally recognized Rastafarian culture and music. There’s so much to see and do here, one visit is never enough! You’ll fall in love with the people and the atmosphere in this little piece of paradise!
As if that wasn’t enough to make you want to visit, here are some cool facts about Jamaica which might just blow your mind:
Happiness is a Place on Earth
One of them is Jamaica! The island is the third happiest in the world just behind Dominican Republic and Costa Rica. The quality of living is high, healthcare is excellent, and life expectancy is long. Jamaicans have access to some of the freshest fruits and vegetables and plenty of fish and pulses. Add to this the relaxed vibe of island life and it’s easy to see why Jamaicans are some of the happiest people on Earth!
Sporting Superstars
The fastest man in the world Usain Bolt, is from Jamaica. Even the USA and UK have had Jamaican born representatives such as Sanya Richards and Lindford Christie! It is said that the consumption of yams pays a huge part in Jamaica’s success.
Another sport that Jamaica is known for is bobsled! The movie Cool Runnings tells the true story of the Jamaican bobsled team which won gold in the 2000 World Push Championship in Monaco. Jamaica was inspired to participate thanks to a popular sport on the island called pushcart derby. Similar to bobsled, the cart is raced downhill with one driver who steers and a passenger who uses their body to keep the cart on the track!
Perfect Farming Land
Jamaica is perfect for farming, which means they are able to export many products. Corn, yam, bananas and coffee are the biggest exports. Jamaica is home to Blue Mountain coffee, which is one of the most sought after and expensive coffee brands in the world! There are also over 200 species of orchids in Jamaica
Movie Inspiration
Ian Fleming bought 15 acres of land in Jamaica and built the Goldeneye Estate. Here he would go on the write the James Bond novels, inspired by the scenery and his time in the British Naval Intelligence. Dr. No, Live and Let Die and The Man with the Golden Gun all feature Jamaican Scenery! Ian Flemming has an airport in Jamaica named after him.
The Home of Rum
Unsurprisingly, Jamaica has the most rum bars per square mile in the world! The national drink is used for many things including cooking, first-aid and of course for drinking! The most expensive bottle of rum in the world is the Appleton Estate 50-Year Rum, which is over $4,000 per 750ml. You’ll be able to sample an incredible variation of rum cocktails, but be careful, rum here is strong and some countries have even banned it!
We can’t wait to spend more time in Jamaica! Do you have any fun facts about this amazing destination? Let us know in our Facebook Group!