Every year, millions of people travel the world for fun- and activity-filled vacations and stay at luxury all-inclusive hotels and resorts.
One of the attractive factors when people plan trips to the island of Jamaica is that they can choose to stay in the most luxurious resorts for a quiet vacation and enjoy the sun.
While this will restore and revitalize your bodies, you have the option to try something that is completely different and still awaken your senses and souls to the many experiences of the real Jamaica.
It’s not about selecting a new adventure, resort, location, or venturing out with the locals at popular eating spots, but simply volunteering. Like the travelers who come to this island for the fun, the sea and the sun, there are thousands who visit each year to help others in many areas and learn all they can about Jamaica at the same time.
You can choose to give an hour or two a week or donate your entire vacation to make a difference in someone’s life. Possibly, that you are one of those people who is already doing this at home and in other countries and is looking for a place that inspires you.
Jamaica is very big on charity and other care businesses and you will find many places, just as you would for the thrill, to offer your services. You’ll find St Andrew in the southeastern section of the island and most of the area also has good agricultural land.
This is where you will find the cultivation of the popular Blue Mountain Coffee, as well as delicious mangoes for the export market. If you volunteer in this place, you will see a large number of children smiling, similar to the wide expanse of land.
It is very easy for one to be drawn to some of the poorest communities to teach these children and at the same time understand the reason behind the smiles.
Jamaica’s education system is believed to be advanced compared to several countries in the western region; therefore, this is a good opportunity for volunteers to experience this first hand.
There are some travelers who will tell you that spending all your time in the resorts will not allow you to experience the full truth about Jamaican culture. When he is interacting with the locals, he will get a different perspective through the guidance of the people.
Even though you might be helping others on this journey, you can still enjoy the many highlights and take in the beautiful scenery of the hills. When you’re taking a break from all the excitement with the kids, if you’re not too exhausted, walk on the beautiful white sand and let the water lap at your feet.
By the end of your journey, you’ll feel just as elated by the local people and sights you encountered. You too will have the warm feeling of this island to share with your family back home as you will have learned much more about Jamaica than on your other vacations.