Another 'high five' for Ja's south coast!

THE ANNUAL Rebel Salute festival has produced a one-of-a kind magazine which promotes Tru-Juice Rebel Salute, and also acts as a tourist guide, highlighting Jamaica's South Coast as a tourist destination.

The first edition of the magazine, published by Flames Production, features the attractions of Black River, Alligator Pond and Treasure Beach, as well as, information on accommodations, restaurants, and a shopping guide.

There are exciting interviews with Tony Rebel and Rising Star, Noddy Virtue, cooking with Junior Kelly, special features on reggae ambassadors, Burning Spear, Third World and Inner Circle and a two page colourful lay-out on fashions by Jamaica's own fashion designers, Mutabaruka and Jackie 'Amba' Cohen- Mutamba.

REQUESTS

The magazine is a glossy 28-page print featuring the legendary Burning Spear on its cover.

According to Tony Rebel, Editor-in-Chief, the magazine was born out of the many requests of patrons both local and overseas to the show. "They have always been asking me where to stay and what to do in St. Elizabeth." He believes the magazine will make a significant contribution to reggae music and Jamaica's vibrant tourist industry.

HUGE STEP FORWARD

Jason Henzell, proprietor of Jake's in St. Elizabeth, and who also sits on the board of Jamaica Tourist Board sees the magazine as a huge step forward in the promotion of the South Coast.

"We have always needed something like this where people can see that the South Coast has a lot to offer."

The Jamaica Tourist Board sees the magazine as a new idea which has already taken root and destined to grow into permanence. The JTB states that it is proud to be associated with the Rebel Salute South Coast Guide. In particular they laud Patrick 'Tony Rebel' Barrett, for his efforts in conceptualizing the product which highlights the variety of attractions that may be found on the South Coast.

The JTB feels that the guide will have a positive impact on tourist prospect for the beautiful South Coast ­ prospects that will redound to the benefit of the entire island.