Claudia Kirschhock, a 29-year-old travel writer from New York, was on her way to Havana, Cuba, when an unexpected layover in Jamaica left her stranded for a few days. With her plans to reach Havana put on hold, she decided to explore the island.

However, on the afternoon of May 27th, 2000, Claudia mysteriously disappeared from Sandals Resorts in Negril. She was never seen or heard from again.

Was Claudia’s disappearance the result of foul play or a tragic accident? Despite countless twists, turns, and theories, the truth remains a mystery... or does it?

Listen as we dive into Jamaica, the case of Claudia Kirschhock, and how to stay alive on vacation.

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