Jamaican bloggers are a bit hard to uncover these days. When I say bloggers, I don’t mean content creators. If you’re wondering what the difference is, it’s in the content type. You see, all bloggers are content creators but not all content creators are bloggers. This means that content creators with actual blogs (which are regularly updated) are far fewer amid the growth and popularity of platforms like Instagram, YouTube and Tik Tok that favour audio and visual content.
But for those of us who still truly enjoy a well-written word, bloggers and in particular, active Jamaican Bloggers are more difficult to find. So I thought I would share some of my favourites with you in honour of Jamaica’s Emancipation Day (August 1) and Independence Day, (August 6) as well as our stellar performances in this year’s Tokyo Olympic Games where Jamaica swept the track for 1st, 2nd and 3rd medals in the Women’s 100m races and Gold in the 4×1 relay among others.
JJJJJJJJ-AAAAAA! A BIG SIDE!! 🇯🇲 🇯🇲 🇯🇲
5 Jamaican Bloggers to Follow
1. Shandean Reid
This one. If you are reading this, chances are you’re looking for local blogs. Since I am in fact an active Jamaican Blogger myself, if you haven’t subscribed yet and connected via socials, this would be a good time. Also, while you’re here, check out some other posts under categories like Motherhood, Family Finances and Reviews. I also create content on Youtube.
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2. As Told By Nella
The Blogger
As Told By Nella is a Travel and lifestyle blog by the curvaceous Dr. Ornella Green. Despite being a busy practicing medical doctor, Dr. Nella finds the time to be a well-rounded content creator.
She produces various content types which are published on her blog, Instagram and YouTube channel.
The Blog
Her blog features lifestyle and travel posts showcasing things to do and where to stay across the island.
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3. Adventures from Elle
The Blogger
The author behind Adventure from Elle, is Rochelle Knight, who is incidentally, another content creator who is a practicing medical professional by Day. By Day-Offs and Weekends, the good doctor spares some of her precious free time to share gems through her travel and writing. She also has a YouTube Channel.
The Blog
Her blog is primarily about travel as she takes on adventurous day trips off the beaten path all across the island (Jamaica). Her blogs are very detailed and take you through the adventure from start to finish, capturing how to get there, things to do, how to stay safe and recounting the experience and often throwing a bit of history and facts.
4. Simply Local
The Blogger
Jhunelle J is the full-time travel creator behind Simply Local. She creates content on her blog, Instagram and occasionally on YouTube.
The Blog
The blog features local treasures to swim, eat and places to stay. The spots featured are typically deeply local, tropical, serene vacation spots serving up a true Jamaican travel experience outside of the typical Tourist experience.
The blog also serves up exclusive offers to reduce the cost of your visit to some of the places featured.
5. Simply Candi Nicole
The Blogger
Simply Candi Nicole is run by a sweet, young introverted millennial woman discovering ways to live a happy and healthy life.
The Blog
Her blog is a true lifestyle blog, covering topics ranging from beauty products and skincare, dating and dining spots around town, wedding planning and more.
Other Great Blogs to Check Out
If you’re just looking for great lifestyle bloggers all around, no matter the nationality, here are some of my favourites.
Xo, Shandean.
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13 COMMENTS
trinimomindmiddle
2 years agoThanks for the shout and of course congrats on the excellence at the Games💫💫!
Loving these suggestions, I will live vicariously through you gals until whenever the pandemic will allow me to be great to return pon di rock.😄😉
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORYou’re welcome! Looking forward to this pandemic bring OVERR!
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORYou’re welcome! Rona needs to gooo!! 😩
Candi
2 years agoThanks for the feature Shandean!!!You’re so right about the consistent blogging circle. It is quite limited. When I think of bloggers I have a few more names I could add to the list but they haven’t posted in a while. But I’m glad I’ve connected with every boss lady blogger from this list. You’re all such an amazing inspiration.
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORWelcome! Yes, definitely could have named a few more but they’re not updating often.
Kirk
2 years agoWhat a star-studded list! a few of these I catch up on.
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORThanks, Kirk! I definitely forgot to add you onto my list. Blink and it will be there now! 😀
Rochelle | Adventuresfromelle
2 years agoJust now finding this! Thanks for the feature Shandean 🤗 you’re quite right about consistent Jamaican bloggers being few and far between, as most Jamaican content creators don’t blog. 😥 Long live our tiny community, and I hope to see more consistent quality local bloggers someday soon.
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORYou’re welcome!
annettekinglock7558
2 years agoI do agree that there aren’t many Jamaican bloggers that have this kind of blog. I was google searching when I found your site. Sad to say that this community is quite small. I’m also an active Jamaican Blogger, I do inspirational writings. Feel free to check out my blog.
https://www.thedramafreeclub.com/?m=1
Shandean Reid
2 years ago AUTHORHi Annette. Thank you for reading. Always happy to find another Jamaican blogger. I definitely heckled your blog out.
kevinobryan
1 year agoHi Shandean, Thanks for this helpful list. I’ve been trying my best to feel out the local blogging community and I’m glad I discovered you and this list of great bloggers!!!
Shandean Reid
1 year ago AUTHORYou’re welcome, Kevin. Thanks for reading.