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Introduction:
Jamaica by bus virtual field trip explores the culture across the island through images, video, audio clips and text. This online trip follows the path of a bus trip starting in Negril and making stops in Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and ends in the capital city Kingston. An interactive Google map is available at each destination (each page) with embedded video clips of the surrounding area.
Background
Jamaica is found in the Caribbean, Southeast of Cuba. It is a beautiful island with lush tropical vegetation. Jamaica is a popular tourist destination and is noted for its white beaches. The islands population is approximately 3 miilion.
This virtual trip will start on the Western tip of the island, travel along the Nothern coastline and end in the capital city of Kingston in the East.