Current location: Boston, MA.
Occupation: Student (yes, again), pursuing a doctorate in Global Health and consulting on the side
Goal: To strengthen cultural competence in global health programming and policy for children, adolescent, and youth issues, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa


Sunday, April 26, 2015

Jamaica...(need I say more?)

It's April, and the school year is almost (but still not) over. The weather is almost (but still not) warm. So what better way to think "summer" than to look back on Spring Break!



This year, I spent an incredible week in Montego Bay, Jamaica, enjoying all the sunshine, ocean breeze, and fruity cocktails my little hub had to offer.

My trip started with a brand new wardrobe...


Two long flights (and too many hours) later, we left the record snowfall of Boston and arrived at what can only be described as paradise! 

(The beautiful adults-only RIU Palace)


Most days were spent lounging on the beach 
and truly taking a moment to enjoy life. 

But we did sneak away with a Jamaican friend for a few field trips, including Mo Bay's best "jerk" joint. Yum!! 

(Mini Middlebury reunion in Mo Bay)



(Me after my jerk pork)
While I loved swimming in Doctor's Cave, eating dinner with a local family, and laying for hours by the beach each day, one of the highlights was ticking something else off my bucket list...



Parasailing!! 


It also didn't hurt that it was over the clear blue waters of Negril.



We also made a trip to the famous Rick's Cafe in Negril, home to crazy divers and cliff jumpers!



After carefully analyzing my options, I jumped off the second highest ledge! :)



Our last day was filled with amazing food, a few more cocktails, and a little paddleboating too! 



It may only have been a month ago, but Jamaica, I truly miss you! 


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