My grand mom is from England, but has spent the best part of her life on the family’s plantation in Jamaica. The interesting things she would tell us about her trip to the family manor in Southampton kept us engaged. She used to have a great time with cousins and uncles while on vacation.
She had some interesting times which she talked about. The journeys she took on “banana boats” along with other plantation owners and their family members sounded like real fun. The banana boats were actually meant to carry cargos of bananas from Jamaica, but cabins on the boats were used for passengers to stay. In addition, they used to play bingo or watch films in the lounge area. You should hear about the chocolate chip-marshmallow banana boats dessert my grand mom used to talk about. It would really make your mouths water.
Our honeymoon was spent in a luxury resort in Montego Bay. It was my husband’s idea. The resort at which we stayed had a website with information about activities such as “rides in banana boats”. It made me happy that we were finally going to experience what she talked about. I was in for a shock when I saw what the “banana boats” of today looked like. They were nothing like what my grandma described. Long inflatable yellow colored tubes were attached to a motor boat and pulled across the water at great speed. 8 to 10 people sat astride the boat and enjoyed the thrilling ride on the sea. I was a bit scared when we started and held on to my husband for dear life. Some guys actually fell into the water when the boat swerved and turned. But it was nothing to worry about as we had life jackets on. It was really an exciting ride and I enjoyed it so much that I tried it again when we went to Aquasol Theme Park in Montego Bay.
I must mention that the banana boats that we were served for dessert were really lovely and delicious.
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