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Jamaica Bahamas And Cancun

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Kiana C. Edwards Professor Koziak Research Paper 3 December 2015 PLANNING A VACATION There is nothing like a vacation, a place where everything you enjoy is close by and everything you can do without is as far away from you as possible. In my opinion to have a great vacation you must explore, experience and enjoy. You must research your desired vacation spot that meets your criteria in the order of importance such as cost, safety, nightlife and activities and food culture. Places that have met my criteria are Jamaica, Bahamas and Cancun. These three places are affordable, culturally rich, family oriented and have great reviews. COST Vacations can be expensive if not planned accordingly. You will have enough money to do the …show more content…

When I interviewed my mother I asked her “How does it feel to be on a resort compared to a small hotel or Inn in Jamaica?” She said, “On a resort you feel more relaxed and safe. You have less to worry about because you are well taken care of compared to staying at the hotel or inn. There are fewer accommodations due to their locations and their size. Resorts and larger hotels are typically more secure than the small hotels and inns, because they have more security to help prevent unauthorized people from entering. Although I have family all over Jamaica it still would not be safe for me to travel to see them because I am not familiar with the area. Mexico is a dangerous country but Cancun, is one of the safest places to travel to in Mexico and is well known for it’s relatively low crime rates. According to the U.S Department of State “ Mexico attracts millions of US tourists every year.” When traveling to Mexico it …show more content…

Cancun has tons of restaurants that will satisfy your cravings. Mexico is well known for their famous flavorful cuisines such as quesadillas, tacos, and tostadas. Located in the hotel zone you may find many different restaurants such as authentic Mexican cuisine, seafood and Indian cuisine. If you’re a fan of spicy food Mexico is where to be. Flavors from around the world have influenced Mexican dishes. In just about every culture you look at, you can find a touch of Mexico in it. In the Bahamas seafood is very popular whether its conch or fish and grits. Seafood is one of Bahamians most common foods. Conch is one of the popular delicacies in the Bahamas. It is said that Bahamas food is never bland, so prepare your self for the many tastes you will experience. Bahamas food is truly unique, most of the food are spicy similar to Jamaican cuisine. So a tall glass of water or beer is advised. Similar to Jamaica Bahamians produce their own crops and have many herbs that are used for herbal medicine. It’s a tradition African slaves brought with them when they went to the Bahamas and Jamaica.

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