Saint James, Jamacia

St. James is a suburban parish, located on the north-west end of the island of Jamaica. Its capital is Montego Bay (derived from the Spanish word manteca (lard) because many wild hogs were found there, from which lard was made). Montego Bay was officially named the second city of Jamaica, behind Kingston, in 1981, although Montego Bay became a city in 1980 through an act of the Jamaican Parliament. The parish is the birthplace of the Right Excellent Samuel Sharpe (died 1833), one of Jamaica's seven National Heroes.

Smooth Sailing Through the British Isles

All in all…great trip. Calm seas, considering the route. A couple of days of cool/cold and windy weather, a little rain here and there, and a few days of sitting on the balcony, wearing a polar fleece jacket, in the sun. Thank you for all you do for us. We really appreciate it. PS. looking forward to Hawaii…in 503 days according to the Navigator app!
By ILB, Scarborough, ON (Apr 2026)