Why are jamaican people so friendly ?

Question

You could go to Jamaica and not know anybody and jamaican people will totally be your friends. There very friendly people. Why is that ?

Answer 1

because our parents always told us too respect and give them our warmt welcome

Answer 2

It's in our blood!

We are just generally nice and friendly people

Although I cannot say that for all of us!

Answer 3

There is a stronger sense of community that exists in most parts of Jamaica. I would say that it was even stronger in the past. There is an established culture of warmth and hospitality towards visitors to our 'home'  in one sense or the other.

There is also a sense of national pride. Every Jamaican can name at least 3 fellow countrymen who have made an international impact coming from this tiny island. Combine that with positive images of our tourism product, and most people here believe in helping to extend that image.

Answer 4

cuz from birth thats how we are socialized i remember i used to get scolded if i forgot to say good morning to an elder. Its something embedded in our culture which probably stems from our Christian based homes, education system  and culture which teaches good will to others and kindness.

Answer 5

They're Born like that  ..We are from the Caribbean

Answer 6

umm because they are nice people

Answer 7

That's just part of who Jamaican  are.

My brother-in-law was surprised how everyone embraced him immediately when he visited Jamaica.

Americans in the South I find very friendly.

If you are not friendly to strangers, here in the U S, its normal and it may be hard for you to understand. Plus sometimes there is no sincerity that goes along with the smile.

It is wonderful to be able to call on neighbors to help and not feel like you are imposing.  You do not have to pay Jamaicans for doing everything either.

Its just a completely different way of life in the Caribbean.

Answer 8

ummmm... maybe cause Bush don't control them. I'm just thinking out loud

Answer 9

Because it is a part of who we are as a nation and we were brought up to be good samaritans.We are great people with wonderful personalities.

Answer 10

Its all that nice sunshine and clean water.

Answer 11

We love tourists an are very curious so we be nice to find out about them. In the past and still in rural areas whether you live there or not everyone is your neighbour (well at least most people). But because of the increasing violence this is rapidly changing.

Answer 12

because they want your money.Duh!

Answer 13

Just our nature I guess but as a general rule of thumb please be careful when it comes to new "friends".

Answer 14

It is part of the Jamaican culture to be courteous to strangers...but lately its been getting tough down there, so I'd watch out for the "friendly" ones if I were you.

Answer 15

they do find other cultures interesting, and they just want to be your friend.even if it is just for a  short time.they want to show off their culture and heritage so you understand them also.

Answer 16

we like 2 make new frends and to welcome u to our counrty we love tourists all carribean ppl are like that we are just friendly it is our nature