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    October 6, 2011 by Jenn 12 Comments

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    Though I've only been in Jamaica for two days, I've learned quite a bit!

    For instance, I have it on very good authority that Bamboo makes a very good fishing pole - so long as you don't catch a fish over 3 pounds.

    While we were out and about exploring with Chukka Adventures of Sandy Bay today, I rode a horse for the first time in 20 years...My group rode around the countryside, traversing dangerous rivers (okay, fine, it was a puddle), through quaint villages and along the shoreline, and then we rode our horses...

    INTO THE OCEAN.

    And then my horse pooped. IN THE OCEAN. And I had to continue to ride it.

    Yes, you guessed it - in the ocean. Ew.

    I had no idea that horses could swim!

    I also learned that in all-inclusive resorts, like the Grand Palladium (where my group stayed), you can walk into a sports bar at 11 and order a piña colada. I've decided that from now on, whenever possible, I'm staying at all-inclusive resorts when I travel. I feel like a rock star with my VIP bracelet, and not having to carry anything around except for my room card and my iPhone? Priceless!

    I also learned that a full jacuzzi bath tub + bath gel + turning the jets on = instant bubble bath! Although, I was later informed that this is a recipe for disaster...so I may or may not attempt that again!

    Jamaica rocks.

    * Thank you to the Jamaican Tourism Board and to MomDot.com for sponsoring this fabulous trip to Jamaica!

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    About Jenn

    Jenn, AKA "The Rebel Chick," is a 40-something Gen Xer who strives to help her readers live their best lives possible. Whether it be through sharing new recipes, sharing her dating stories, or encouraging people to embrace adventure and travel, she aims to inspire people to live full, happy and authentic lives.

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    1. Kathleen

      October 07, 2011 at 10:44 pm

      Awesome! Sounds like you are having an amazing time. I am so jealous, but hope you continue to have the best time ever! We used to ride horses and let them swim every summer when I went to camp. It was a blast.

    2. Marianna

      October 08, 2011 at 9:52 pm

      I am surprised about the bamboo pole, I thought bamboo was supposed to be super strong!

    3. Kathy

      October 09, 2011 at 5:27 pm

      Wow! It sounds like you are having an adventure!

    4. Rachel - Following In My Shoes

      October 10, 2011 at 1:00 am

      I'm with Marianna -- I thought bamboo was supposed to be strong too. And, I soooooo would have been off the horse if it started into the ocean!

    5. Stefani

      October 10, 2011 at 1:46 pm

      I am so jealous! I often dream about what it is like on the beaches of Jamaica! One day.....

    6. Nichol

      October 10, 2011 at 2:00 pm

      Sounds like a great time. I've also heard that bath gel and jets can be disastrous. Ahh one day I'll make it there.

    7. Dee

      October 10, 2011 at 2:40 pm

      Sounds like you are really enjoying yourself even with the horse incident (oops).

    8. Penelope

      October 10, 2011 at 5:26 pm

      Omg, I wish I were you! Lucky gal!!!

    9. Kasandria Reasoner

      October 10, 2011 at 6:18 pm

      I admit I'm a little bit jealous, but am sooo glad you got to go. Can't wait for pics!
      Kas

    10. Tee

      October 10, 2011 at 11:10 pm

      I LOVE Jamaica. That's where hubby proposed to me 13 years ago! I agree, all-inclusives are the way to go! I've always wanted to ride a through water on a horse SO JEALOUS! Minus the poop part.

    11. Jenny

      October 11, 2011 at 2:21 pm

      Awww... I"m jealous! Even of the horse pooping in the ocean!

    12. deb

      October 12, 2011 at 9:47 am

      Soak in some sun for me. Sounds like a great time, well, except for the horse pooping incident (shudder).

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