Perfect Weather: Average temperature between 75-95* degrees 2 rainy seasons from May to June and September to November, but only (much appreciated) short tropical showers
Main City: Kingston
Time Zone: Falls within the Eastern Time Zone
Language: English
Perfect Weather: Average temperature between 75-95* degrees 2 rainy seasons from May to June and September to November, but only (much appreciated) short tropical showers
Main City: Kingston
Time Zone: Falls within the Eastern Time Zone
Language: English
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Jamaica
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Jamaica is an alluring tropical island surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. The island is swaddled in the majestic 'blue mountains' and known for its stunning beaches and sequestered private coves looking out over the ultra-clear, aquamarine waters in the Caribbean. With its beautiful countryside hills, charming villages, densely forested landscape, gold and white sand beaches and teal blue waters, Jamaica has something for everyone.
NegrilLocated on the Western coast of Jamaica, Negril is known for it’s culture, easy pace of life, and gorgeous spans of sandy beaches.
Negril offers attractions to suit any visitor. Those seeking adventure can jump from the Negril Cliffs into the calm blue sea below. Rick’s Cafe, located 35 feet up on the cliffs is a great place to experience the cliffs and relax with a drink or cliff dive directly from the cafe. Bring the whole family along to the Kool Runnings Adventure Park, the largest water park in Jamaica. Here, adventures go beyond the water. In addition to water slides, rafting, and pools, visitors can race go-karts, play a game of paintball, or play a game of outdoor laser tag. Named one of the best beaches in Jamaica, Negril’s Seven Mile Beach has lots to offer. Children can enjoy playing its calm shallow waters while adults can sit back on the clean sands with a cocktail. Due to its expanse, visitors experience ample room to themselves and endless more beach to explore. Dine at a variety of restaurants and cafes loved by locals and visitors alike and experience nightlife at a local bar. |
Highlights:
- Negril area- Voted top ten beaches in the world by many travel magazines. Famous for the 7 seven miles of unimaginably silky white sand beach and five miles of cliffs dotted with secret caves.
- Rick's Cafe- In Negril, this is the spot to be at sunset, the spot to see and be seen come and have some amazing drinks and watch the cliff divers, listen to the band, all while the sunsets at world famous Rick's Cafe.
- YS Falls- Located on the South end in a parish called St. Elizabeth, on a working cattle ranch, this is a must see beautiful waterfalls.
- Ocho Rios- Half-moon shaped cove in the middle of Jamaica's northern coastline. A pretty resort town with stunning waterfalls and beaches and interesting colonial period buildings. A bustling active area, known as the friendly side of Jamaica.
- Dunn's River Falls- One of Jamaica's national treasures, majestic waterfalls, known as the Niagara of Jamaica, 600 foot limestone rock formation as water cascades past you and splashes into the ocean below, very exhilarating!
- Island Village- Explore this quaint village full of shops, restaurants, and famous Margaritaville.
- Montego Bay- Embark upon a powerboat adventure from Negril to Montego Bay by Powerboat. Snorkel to explore Round Hill’s scenic fish sanctuary. Enjoy an afternoon swim at Doctor’s Cave Beach. Indulge in epic cocktails and tantalizing Jamaican cuisine while you sway to hypnotic rhythms at the iconic Margaritaville.
- Rafting on The Martha Brae River- One of the most relaxing and scenic things to do in Jamaica, located on the north coast, coast down 3 miles of beautiful calm waters on a handmade bamboo raft.
- Mayfield Falls- Located in the parish of Westmoreland and consists of 2 beautiful waterfalls, 21 natural pools, 52 varieties of ferns, an abundance of exotic tropical flowers and plant species, and several types of birds, butterflies, and indigenous wildlife.
Tips:
- Outside of your resort, try not to drink tap water as much as possible and be careful eating raw vegetables.
- Excursions, tours, drivers and taxis are the best way to get around Jamaica. Buses are often overcrowded.
- Jamaicans drive on the left.