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Jamaica is the Caribbean’s unofficial reggae and rum capital

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Just a few islands away, Jamaica is the Caribbean’s unofficial reggae and rum capital—and Anguilla’s cultural foil. Jamaica has a slate of popular culinary events, most of which tie into its colorful, come-one-come-all ethos. Established parties such as April’s Trelawny Yam Festival have a local focus and a mixed crowd, drawing upward of 10,000 people.

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