Sometimes we have a problem deciding where to hang out, like a couple of
nights ago. We were out with some friends and were wondering where to stop off, when we remembered that the Hornibaboon bar was open.
I must admit that the bar has been open for a while now, but you know how it is when something is right in front your nose and you still don't notice it. I'm sure that I'm not the only one out there who has turned the place upside down looking for shades or glasses which had been perched on top of your
head the whole time??! Sounds familiar??
Anyway, we decided to stop off at the Lazy Lagoon (where the Hornibaboon
is).Its on the Lagoon main road (hence the name) has a great view, and the crowd that frequents there, is a nice mix of locals and visitors alike.
We just wanted to stop in for a few drinks, but ended up staying for a meal as well.
The bar itself is very rustic, but that is exactly what we like about it. Its different from the usual places which all try to be neat and modern looking, which just means that they have no personality or atmosphere.
Just looking at the photos will give you some idea of what i'm talking
about.
Rather than the usual 'finished' lumber, you can see branches and beams from the trees that were used. Some of it may look a little strange, but there is certainly nothing weak about it.
We don't normally go looking for 'upscale' places to hang out (not that there are many here on the island), but most of the charm in the Hornibaboon is because the atmosphere is so relaxed. What you see is what you get! Its the sort of place you go to hang out with friends.
Well, things have obviously been working out well, because instead of only opening in the evenings, Nigel has started opening the bar all day long and serving meals.
The food is good and reasonably priced. Had the shark and fish from the menu and they were both delicious.
We noticed that when they have 'live' music, the place gets crowded.
Its local musicians playing a selection of jazz, Caribbean, Rock, Blues and
dance.
Not your typical 'nightclub' scene - you can just relax, hangout and enjoy the music or dance, whatever you like.
Staff - everyone is always wondering what the service is like. Like just about every place on the island (with a few notable exceptions), it is consistent, with some days exceptional.
We've been there when they have been very helpful and friendly, with a great habit of turning up just as your ice cubes hit the bottom of your glass and your drink needs refreshing, as well as when you practically have to send up smoke signals in the hope of someone noticing your beer bottle is empty.
Overall, i would say the service is good - better than most places. Besides,
we didn't go there for the fantastic service, we went there because it had a
great bar and fun atmosphere!
Here are a few things you may need to know:
Bar is open from 10am till 12pm. On fridays and saturdays, it is open till
2am int he morning.
They are located on the Lagoon road, next to the Foodland supermarket and
have lots of room for parking.
For more information you can contact Nigel at: 420
2914
We had been looking for somewhere to run away to for a few days for a break before Christmas and happened to come across a great special from Air Jamaica. Moni also found a good all-inclusive deal at a small hotel in Negril, so we decided to go. It was a working vacation, but still a chance to see somewhere we had never been before.
The flight was great. Unusual for most airline flights these days, where you get squeezed into a cattle car with barely enough room to sit without having your knees jammed up against the seat in front and so close, it seems that the person in front is actually sitting in your lap!
We even got served food! This was a better than the small bag of stale peanuts they usually throw at you.
Decided to stay in a small cliff resort in Negril, away from the beach, which suited us fine. Something a little different from what we are accustomed to here.
Over the weekend, we decided to take a hike to Concord second falls - Au
Coin Falls.
1st Concord Water fall - the entrance
We had visited the falls twice since hurricane Ivan, more than 4 years ago,
and were curious to see what changes there had been, and whether the trees
and vegetation had regrown.
The difference was astounding! It is a hike that I would recommend in a
heartbeat!
We parked by the main falls, Concord, and started up the trail above, which
will eventually take you to the other two falls - (yes, there are three
falls at Concord.
You don't need a guide for the second falls (Au Coin), but you will
definitely need one for the third falls, as the trail is not well marked.
WOW! Wish you could have seen the rainy weather we have been having recently.
O.k, we didn't take video (forgot), but did manage to take a few photos.
Could have sworn that we had at least 3 waterfalls on our property over the weekend, a smaller version of the Marquis falls and at least 2 that could rival Concord....(o.k, maybe Annandale).
It has been absolutely POURING with rain! The funny thing is that you could wake up the next day and everything is almost back to normal already.....thankfully, the island is a bit hilly, so everything drains off pretty quickly.
Even though we live on a hillside, i can see the benefit of having flood insurance, especially if we get a severe rainstorm.
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We were out with some friends and were wondering where to stop off, when we remembered that the Hornibaboon bar was open.
I must admit that the bar has been open for a while now, but you know how it is when something is right in front your nose and you still don't notice it. I'm sure that I'm not the only one out there who has turned the place upside down looking for shades or glasses which had been perched on top of your
head the whole time??! Sounds familiar??
Anyway, we decided to stop off at the Lazy Lagoon (where the Hornibaboon
is).Its on the Lagoon main road (hence the name) has a great view, and the crowd that frequents there, is a nice mix of locals and visitors alike.
We just wanted to stop in for a few drinks, but ended up staying for a meal as well.
The bar itself is very rustic, but that is exactly what we like about it. Its different from the usual places which all try to be neat and modern looking, which just means that they have no personality or atmosphere.
Just looking at the photos will give you some idea of what i'm talking
about.
Rather than the usual 'finished' lumber, you can see branches and beams from the trees that were used. Some of it may look a little strange, but there is certainly nothing weak about it.
We don't normally go looking for 'upscale' places to hang out (not that there are many here on the island), but most of the charm in the Hornibaboon is because the atmosphere is so relaxed. What you see is what you get! Its the sort of place you go to hang out with friends.
Well, things have obviously been working out well, because instead of only opening in the evenings, Nigel has started opening the bar all day long and serving meals.
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WOW! Wish you could have seen the rainy weather we have been having recently.
O.k, we didn't take video (forgot), but did manage to take a few photos.
Could have sworn that we had at least 3 waterfalls on our property over the weekend, a smaller version of the Marquis falls and at least 2 that could rival Concord....(o.k, maybe Annandale).
It has been absolutely POURING with rain! The funny thing is that you could wake up the next day and everything is almost back to normal already.....thankfully, the island is a bit hilly, so everything drains off pretty quickly.
Even though we live on a hillside, i can see the benefit of having flood insurance, especially if we get a severe rainstorm. 