Island Stories
My name is Theres and I was 19 when I travelled to Jamaica for the first time. I fell in love with the island on the first day and came back many times since then. However, my love for the Caribbean goes beyond its white sand beaches and turquoise water. It’s the culture that captured my attention from the first moment: the riddims, colours, vibes, people and many facettes. It taught me so much about life and happiness. Now it’s time to share my experiences with you. Let me take you on a journey and show you those Caribbean treasures I was luckily able to discover.
Dancehall a mi everything – Part 2: Dancehall cyah stall
Part 2 of Dancehall a mi everything discusses slackness and bleaching as commonly treated topics in Dancehall.
Dancehall a mi everything – Part 1: Social, political and historical context
The Dancehall a mi everything series is taking a closer look at Dancehall as a music genre, cultural complex and creative space of resistance.
My first carnival – Part 2: Lessons my first carnival taught me
Uncomfortable shoes, cheap rum, an ugly shirt and a dream coming true: read this blog entry to find out about my first carnival experience.
My first carnival – Part 1: Endless Energy and Captivating Craziness
My first carnival experience was simply amazing, causing a never-ending craving for Soca music and carnival. It’s a love-at-first-sight story.
Go with the flow or don’t go at all
Read this blog entry to find out how Jamaica taught me how to go with the flow and to enjoy the moment.
How traveling to the Caribbean helps me to reduce my social anxiety
Traveling to the Caribbean helps me to reduce my anxiety, make connections and charge my social batteries.
Jamaican Rum Punch – History and Recipe
Find out about the history of Rum Punch and learn how to make your own version of the deliciously fruity cocktail!