Thanks for the link and GOD bless everyone. I was in Jamaica in April 04 for my birthday and had a fabulous time. Were hoping to go back in '06. We absolutely love the Jamaican People and Sunset Beach!

Updating this post.....

jamaicans.com WEB-SITE also has a lively forum with awesome pictures taken of Jamaica during and after IVAN.

You will find a lot of news about the people and areas all around the island.

another update.....

to help find out about specific places in JA try the site miyard.com

You can also check lizardbeth.com/ivan.htm There is a summary of the damages to hotels and restaurants.

negril update......

Many thanks to our hardworking friends at negril.com

Negril:

Beachcomber Will accept guests on Nov. 15

Beaches Negril Will accept guests on Oct. 1

Beaches Sandy Bay Will accept guests on Oct. 1

Caves CLOSED - For scheduled renovations

Catch A Falling Star CLOSED - Until further notice

Coco La Palm Will accept guests on Sept. 20

Country Country Will accept guests when electricity and water are restored

Couples Negril Will accept guests on Sept. 19

Couples Swept Away Will accept guests on Sept. 19

Grand Lido Will accept guests on Oct. 1

Idle A While CLOSED - Until further notice

RIU Tropical Bay OPEN - Fully operational

RIU Club Hotel OPEN - Fully operational

Rockhouse Hotel Will accept guests on Sept. 24

Sandals Negril Will accept guests on Oct. 1

Mariners Inn CLOSED- Until further notice

Negril Gardens Will accept guests on Oct. 1

Negril Tree House CLOSED for two weeks.

Tensing Pen CLOSED - Until further notice

Sunset At The Palms No Damage - Property closed for renovations, will be open Nov. 1

Point Village OPEN - Fully operational

Hedonism II Will accept guests on Sept. 19