River Mummas

River Mummas

River Mumma is a fantastical mermaid creature that is said to live in the deepest, most serene parts of Jamaica's rivers. The part of the river wh...

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Ginger Hill, St. Elizabeth

Ginger Hill, St. Elizabeth

Located in the parish of St. Elizabeth, Ginger Hill is famously known as the home of the Arawaks and Maroons -- indigenous peoples of Jamaica. Thi...

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Moringa -- The Powerhouse Plant
SKIN & BEAUTY

Moringa -- The Powerhouse Plant

What may surprise some is that Moringa's benefits transcend internal uses. Moringa also packs a punch for external use and has been gaining curren...

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La Leyenda de La Luz de Yara
CULTURE

La Leyenda de La Luz de Yara

Luz de Yara (“Light of Yara”) is perhaps one of the oldest legends that lives on throughout the eastern end of Cuba. It is a tale that every Cuban...

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Barichara, Colombia
CARIBBEAN POSTCARDS

Barichara, Colombia

Barichara is the most enchanting town in northern Colombia, known for its cobbled streets, colonial architecture and unparalleled beauty. It is oft...

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Yhordy Akwanza
ENCHANTED DIARIES

Yhordy Akwanza

PAPAIŸO's Enchated Diaries catches up with Yhordanka Akwanza to learn more about her Cuban heritage and what life is like living in Jamaica, raisin...

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Playlist 005: PAPAIŸO World
PAPAIŸO MUSIC

Playlist 005: PAPAIŸO World

Playlist 005: PAPAIŸO World is curated from our personal favorites --best enjoyed with a glass of wine any time after dusk. These are the songs t...

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Playlist 004: Suave Sonido
PAPAIŸO MUSIC

Playlist 004: Suave Sonido

Playlist 004: PAPAIŸO World was inspired by Carolina Socías -- one of our designers from the beautiful Dominican Republic. The cover art shows Lo...

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