Visiting one of the most 'DANGEROUS' Caribbean cruise ports...

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In this video, I'm docking in what is apparently 'one of the most dangerous cruise ports in the Caribbean', with the US Government advising people to think carefully about travelling here. That's right, today's port of call is Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and we're going ashore!
In this video, I'll talk to you about some of the advice being offered by both the UK Government and also the US Authorities, and then we'll head ashore to see for ourselves. The question I'm asked so often - is Jamaica safe to cruise to? Well, I guess it's time to find out!
After going ashore, we'll come back to experience the beautiful sailaway, but I also want to show you something amazing onboard this cruise ship: an IMAX theatre!
This is episode 2 from my time onboard Carnival Horizon - if you'd like to start from the beginning of this series, just click the link below to join me on embarkation day, back in Miami!
Leaving my VIRGIN Cruise and boarding CARNIVAL - LET'S GO! • Leaving my VIRGIN Crui...
Video chapters:
Introduction - 00:00
Is if safe to cruise to Jamaica? 00:38
Looking into Ocho Rios from Carnival Horizon - 07:45
Disembarking the cruise ship - 08:50
Going ashore in Jamaica! 09:22
Entering Ocho Rios cruise port - 10:05
Island Village, Ocho Rios - 10:58
Margaritaville Jamaica - one to avoid? 12:02
Let's head back onboard! 13:36
Carnival Horizon's IMAX theatre - 14:17
The big question - was it any good?! 16:15
Sailaway, including 'Pier Runners' - 19:43
Dinner tonight - the Lido Marketplace buffet - 21:59
Entertainment on Carnival - the Liquid Lounge - 23:29
The Mega Deck Party - 23:56
Wrapping up - 25:19
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[@FraserAtSea]

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[@karenmooney4950]

Absolutely Ridiculous! I spent 2 months in Ocho Rios. Solo; female traveler. I walked around by myself day and night time. Never for a moment felt unsafe! Your loss! People there are wonderful! Crime is happening amongst the locals. Absolutely loved Ochi. A simple "No Thanks" to those trying to sell is all you need to say.

[@FraserAtSea]

Ah, glad to hear you enjoyed it so much. This video goes through the official position of both the U.K. and US governments, rather than my own personal opinion. Thanks for watching, Karen!

[@Cory69]

I wento to montego bay in may on MSC and did the island tour and rose hall house with shopping didn't feel unsafe that day luckily

[@FraserAtSea]

Ahh, that’s annoying - sorry to hear that. Also, thanks for watching my video!

[@lynnfranklin5098]

I got a reputable cab and went to firefly. (Way away from tourist so no beggars). And whitewitch house. Great history at both

[@FraserAtSea]

Ah, glad you’ve had some great visits there. Thanks for watching and commenting, Lynn!

[@travelwithjonnyandwill]

Great video. Caribbean is definitely somewhere we need to visit. In 20 cruises we have never found a cruising duck. 😢

[@FraserAtSea]

You so need to - my perspective on cruising was so different after doing the Caribbean first then Europe second. You must give it a go - the beaches are next level!

[@carolinejones4781]

Police escort from airport to ship, apparently due to traffic in Montego Bay. Luckily we went to Falmouth not Port Royal. Never felt safe enough to travel outside port area. Falmouth nice port.

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh wow, that sounds interesting! Which ship were you on? I haven’t seen this level of security, but have heard it happens. Thanks a lot for watching, Caroline!

[@marvabaker961]

Thanks, Fraser. I am Jamaican,most places I would not venture alone. Be careful out there 😮

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thanks for commenting, and I’m glad you agree - thank you for that!

[@sheri1972]

So frustrating to hear about the internet. I paid for premium on NCL and it worked fairly well for me. I streamed my Netflix and KZbin. I am sailing on Princess soon and they are under the Carnival umbrella and I hope it works well. Thank you for the video.

[@FraserAtSea]

Yeah, I was SO annoyed that the internet wasn’t the best - I hate paying ‘too dollar’ and getting sub par service! Thanks so much for watching!

[@tammy_oh_nevermind]

Enjoyed this, thanks! Nice duck! I've not seen such a tiny one on a card! I've found 3. It is fun to see them.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks, Tammy! I agree - SUCH a cute duck!

[@jB-wv4qj]

My Husband and I took a cruise to Jamaica Montego Bay & Grand Cayman took tours (excursions from the cruise line Carnival) went to the beaches didn't have any problems. They knew where to take us so........... I'm from the U.S. this county needs to put out a level 4 on itself.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching, and for taking the time to leave a comment! Glad you had a great cruise!! 😊

[@stephenm8818]

Very interesting Fraser, so sensible to take heed of the current official advice. I do wish Carnival cruised more frequently from the UK. 👍

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks Stephen - this video isn’t designed to slaughter a country - just go through what the official advice means. Glad you enjoyed!

[@stephenm8818]

@FraserAtSea Things do change, but you need to check the current advice regularly! 🫡

[@wendingourway]

That is sad to hear about Jamaica. The rating will surely be a big hit to the tourist industry. I've only been there once on an MSC cruise and walked all over Falmouth and even went to a little beach where there were plenty of fishermen...a very local location...and never felt worried at all. But all of that was a couple years before all closing down in 2020. Plenty has changed since then. Pier runners...a hoot...maybe a big enough financial fine would solve the problem...there is just no need...just an example of pure entitlement. I really never find anything to complain about when it comes to food...just like the fact of not having to cook it myself...and ending with an ice cream makes anything missed in the buffet just fine and dandy! lol Enjoy!!

[@FraserAtSea]

Great comment - would be intrigued to hear your views if you were to go back again. Also yes, fining the pier runners would make them shift down to the ship a lot quicker, I bet! Haha!

[@sowrongitsanne]

Oh my gosh the duck is SO cute!! I’m a sucker for miniatures. I would keep it hahaha Glad you were safe in port. I feel like pier runner videos always come from Carnival but that may be because those are the people who video it 😂 - which line did you see this the most with in your experience? Well done as usual!

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey, thank you!! Ha, I have friends who LOVE anything miniature - ducks included 😂 To be honest, Carnival was the best for pier runners - I’d go watch at every port… More in my next video, haha!

[@sowrongitsanne]

@@FraserAtSea Yes!! You get it haha. Looking forward to the next!

[@christineguise689]

I went to konoko falls and park in Ocho Rios on a ships tour had cofffee and cake included 😻

[@FraserAtSea]

This sounds great! Thanks for watching, Christine!

[@uptowngirl734]

Hi Fraser, I enjoyed your video but am confused that you are on Carnival as a week ago you were on P&O Autora in a beautiful solo cabin. Will we see more of that trip? Enjoy the Caribbean!

[@FraserAtSea]

Hello! Ah, so I was on Aurora, but working through content from recent trips. Don’t worry - more from Aurora will be coming in due course! Thanks for your support!

[@EmmaCruises]

I had a lot of fun watching this, you'll know why! ha ha.

[@FraserAtSea]

You make me laugh so much, haha!

[@ASCOT1111]

If you ignore government travel advice, it can affect your insurance if something happens there and you need to make a claim.

[@FraserAtSea]

Really great point!

[@cruisecrazy7066]

You are a nice guy, but....PLEASE......Fewer selfie shots. Show me the BOAT.

[@johneveridge3714]

We were there years ago. Didn't feel safe.

[@FraserAtSea]

Thanks for watching, John. An interesting place, for sure…!

[@KnowJamaicaToursKJT]

we would love for you to take s tour with us one day and give a review of actually exploring outside of this area and truly get see Jamaica Let us show you Jamaica some day...

[@FraserAtSea]

I’d love to see it again - have tried a few ports now - who knows when the next will be. Thanks for stopping by!

[@KnowJamaicaToursKJT]

yah mon, respect, if you ever stop by again, let us show you a good vibe in Jamaica... Reapect....

[@coachab100]

It could be worse…you could have stopped in Haiti

[@FraserAtSea]

True - I believe port calls there are all cancelled for the foreseeable!

[@sheri1972]

I have heard that they are starting to ban the actual rubber ducks so maybe the card is being used by some. Great idea.

[@FraserAtSea]

Yeah, I heard this too. Will be interesting to see how it develops!

[@debrathomson252]

@@FraserAtSea Hope cruise ducks aren't banned as have some to leave on my next cruise just before Christmas. So far is only Disney as maybe it has been an issue for them. Love your videos.

[@lucysmum1895]

What, Fraser, Carnival charges for cinemas? I’m not crazy about films but will never cruise on Carries. June

[@FraserAtSea]

Hey June! They do, yeah. They have an outdoor cinema on deck, but a ‘pay extra’ one inside!

[@cherifurr3935]

That’s ridiculous…

[@kimber4350]

No sympathy for pier runners! They are absolutely oblivious to everyone else and they deserve to be left behind. Every other passenger managed to make it back in time!

[@FraserAtSea]

Yeah, we share an opinion here - I haaaaate pier runners so much - more so when they WALK back like they’re in no rush at all!

[@joycesmith8354]

Why do cruises go to places this bad.

[@FraserAtSea]

Some people do love Jamaica - very mixed reviews!

[@48K_TJ]

Bruh I live in Jamaica and the crime rates been going down but the US put out a travel advisory for no reason

[@FraserAtSea]

Hello! Thanks for tuning in - hopefully you’ll enjoy my video!