Get Into Reggae When You Stay on Jamaica

Jamaica is known for many things, and one of those things is reggae. Most of us are at least vaguely well-known with this unique type of music that sounds so good to our ears. If you are planning a Caribbean vacation to the island of Jamaica and are somewhat concerned in learning more about this special sound, check out the Reggae Hall of Fame. This construction functions as a hall of fame and a museum, put together in one.

This museum is part of the Island community Shopping town and is quite easy to find. The man who is credited with discovering Bob Marley currently owns the museum. One thing that can without fail be said about this place, is that it is nothing but fun. While many odds and ends fill this museum, the extra high ceilings help to make the room not feel so crowded. Along the walls you will find a timeline detailing the history of Jamaican music. The museum is also filled with plenty of portraits and drawings of the major players in the history of reggae. On the more unique side of things, you can also find a 1950s jukebox and a replica of a Jamaican rum shack. You won't see those in the lobby of your Curacao beach resort! Of course, there will be reggae music playing over the speakers.

Kingston

When most population think of reggae, they immediately think of Bob Marley. If you are a Bob Marley fan, and even if you aren't, you should head to the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston. This museum is housed in Bob Marley's previous place of residence. If you don't know much about Bob Marley covering of his music, this museum will enlighten you. Marley was a very animated personel and is sorely missed having died so young. Marley and toured for much of the 70s and is the most widely known singer of reggae music. He lived such an amazing life and touched a wide range of population with his music. While he may have died young, his music lives on.

After you have been to these reggae museums, it is time to get out to the local scene and immerse yourself with the music. You can listen to reggae music back home on the radio or wherever, but nothing compares to listening to reggae live, right here on the island of Jamaica. While the beat of reggae music might be a microscopic dissimilar from what you are used to listening to, you will find that it is easy to dance to. So head on out to the dance floors of the Ocho Rios hotels and get your groove on!

Get Into Reggae When You Stay on Jamaica