Chris Blackwell's four low-key luxury 'Island Outpost' properties in Jamaica represent the height of extreme pampering. However, by choosing to holiday at any of these properties, you are supporting Island Outpost's commitment to the community and supporting local traditions. Local manpower is used in all construction projects and each property is decorated with the work of local artists. Regional produce and cuisine features in all restaurants and guests are encouraged to experience and learn about local culture, a breath of fresh air in a country where larger resorts over-zealously warn guests not to leave the premises.
Ongoing projects include the restoration and management of Firefly, Noel Coward's estate which is now a museum and the development of Oracabessa into a thriving village that integrates tourism with the local economy. Blackwell is a great supporter of Jamaican charities and has raised a considerable amount of cash for causes such as hurricane relief funds.
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