Samsara!

“Home away from home in Jamaica”.

(#IslandGetaway)

Once you go, you know!

That was the old tag line to promote Jamaica as a tourist destination.  I never got the tag line when I was young but fully get it now.  Jamaica is an island getaway destination full of energy and adventure.  Yes, that last sentence sounds like a Jamaica travel endorsement.  Hopefully, I can get to work soon as a travel blogger.  Fingers crossed! 😊

I started coming down to Jamaica back in 2005 to explore and experience the culture.  I was hooked on that first trip and have only missed a few years since.  My goal is to make it down yearly to enjoy my second home—yes, I adopted Jamaica.

I picked Negril back in 2005 because I wanted to try something different.  Most folks that come down hit the major tourist spots (Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, etc.) but I never heard anyone mention Negril.  I wanted to give it a run because it is smaller and less tourist type activities.  It’s a fishing village and has a slower way of life than the better-known areas.

Truth be told, I got lucky when I picked Samsara as my resort.  It was listed as a 3-star resort, but I loved the pictures of the resort and how close it was to other things in Negril.  Centrally located on the cliffs and I can walk to other points of interest with no problems.  The cliffs provide another level of adventure for cliff divers, snorkeling and scuba spots. All this can be done without leaving the property. 

The chefs at Samsara are just as amazing as the views.  Breakfast, lunch and dinner have a unique Jamaican flavor and allows visitors to explore multiple food options.  I used to get the all-inclusive package but now I like to hit other locations for food when I’m in Negril.  I still eat breakfast and other meals at Samsara but love the freedom to explore and hit other food spots:

• 3 Dives / Jerk chicken
• Push Cart / Ox tails
• Rock House / Grilled snapper with callaloo
• Xtabi / Pan fried snapper
• Chances / Best pizza in the world 😊
• Samsara / Breakfast buffet with blue mountain coffee

Samsara continues to provide a level of comfort and enjoyment.  Most of the staff have been there since I’ve been coming to Jamaica.  They remember me like I never left and this makes me smile.

I recommend Samsara if you’re looking for an Irie feel for your vacation.  No big production or resort type feel.  I love this location because it allows me to explore as a Jamaican instead of being stuck in a large resort with tourists.

Give Samsara a run if you’re looking for a Jamaican getaway.  Tell them that Williams sent you! 😊

Irie!

Calvin Williams

“Chasing sunsets in Jamaica”.

(#SunsetLovers)