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About Jamaica

The currency in Jamaica is the Jamaican Dollar.

Jamaica is the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean.

Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time; Daylight Saving Time is not observed.

Over 252 species of birds are found in Jamaica.

Jamaica is nestled right in the middle of the Cayman Islands, the Dominican Republic and Cuba. The weather is very mild with temperatures averaging anywhere from the 70's to the 80's.

Jamaica has more all-nude beaches than any other island in the Caribbean.

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Jamaica is the Caribbean's third largest island and offers a little bit of everything from palm-lined rivers and majestic mountains to flowing waterfalls and beautiful coastline. Jamaica is an incredibly lush tropical beauty. Nothing is a problem on this island paradise where reggae, romance and the Caribbean sun come together.

The island offers many choices, including all-inclusive hotels, historical tours, a vibrant music scene, golf packages, river rafting, and spa vacations. Jamaica is also famous for its outstanding all-inclusive resorts, most of which are virtually self-contained beachfront vacation villages with an abundant array of included amenities and dining options.

The main beach resort areas are Montego Bay, also known as Mo'Bay, Jamaica's second largest city; Negril, boasting one of the longest beaches in the country with all the water sports you can imagine; and Ocho Rios (Ochi), on the north shore, where you'll find "the real Jamaica' with picturesque fishing villages providing quieter retreats.

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Jamaica's foremost attractions include sunning, snorkeling, diving, reggae music, partying, horseback riding, mountains, world-class resorts, river rafting, hiking, caves and historical sites.

Montego Bay - Known fondly as "MoBay," Montego Bay is the second-largest city in Jamaica. Enjoy white-sandy beaches and turquoise waters. Sightsee the plantation-era homes. Take in caves and waterfalls in lush landscape. Be in awe of the Glistening Waters' lagoon that lights up the night. There are five championship golf courses in Montego Bay.

Negril - At the western tip of the island, an hour and 10 minutes by car from Montego Bay, Negril is a favorite resort area known for its natural beauty, with a seven-mile ribbon of white-sand beach and perfect conditions for swimming and snorkeling. The ambience is relaxed; the mood is laid-back; the fashion is casual. For a particularly scenic view, visit the Negril Lighthouse, perched on high cliffs just southwest of town. Beneath it, snorkelers and divers can explore caves. Clothing optional sunbathing is permitted on select beaches here.

Ocho Rios - Ocho Rios is located in the heart of the north-coast region defined by fern-clad cliffs and cascading waterfalls. This is a place of fun, magic and enchantment. You'll be in heaven with the spectacular views and breathtaking sunsets. Swim with dolphins, seek out tall waterfalls, or take in the historical architecture.

Runaway Bay - Runaway Bay is home to lots of hotels (mostly all-inclusives) and villas, but it does not feel overrun by tourists. The smallest of the resort areas, Runaway Bay is perfect for couples wanting to relax on a hammock swaying under palm trees. The white-sand beaches are less crowded than those in Ocho Rios. The two best beaches on Runaway Bay are Paradise Beach and Cardiffall Lot Public Beach.

Jamaica tours and attractions

Dunn's River Falls - No trip to Jamaica is complete without a trip to Dunn’s River Falls. Climb the rocks along 600 feet of cold but clear cascading waterfalls. Wear sneakers or sport sandals to protect your feet and to prevent slipping.

Dolphin Cove - Sleek bottle-nose dolphins frolic in an aquamarine cove; nurse sharks, rare hawksbill turtles, and orange starfishes lounge in shallow ocean pools, as colourful parrots perform for the smiles of onlookers, and snakes hang from jungle branches. Located near the majestic Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios, the property spans a natural cove that boasts four forested acres, a white sand beach and calm blue seas. The complex also includes two dinning areas, a Tree House Bar and a gift shop.

Black River Safari & Nature Tour
Jamaica's longest river invites you to explore remote mangrove swamps. Seek out crocodiles and other native species in their natural habitat while your guide teaches you about the wildlife and flora. Half way through the day you savor a traditional Jamaican lunch. And finally, nestled in this small South Coast of Jamaica, the unforgettable majestic YS Falls entices you for a refreshing swim.

Why not get married in Jamaica before you start the honeymoon? Getting married in Jamaica is virtually hassle-free. All that is required is that you be on the island at least 24 hours prior to applying for a license; you must possess a valid birth certificate, divorce papers or death certificate (if applicable); and notarized parental consent if you are under 21 years of age. In addition, many resorts have on-site wedding coordinators to assist with weddings and a few offer free wedding ceremonies! For more information please contact the Jamaica Tourist Board at 1-800-233-4582.

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Sandals Negril Beach Resort &
Spa. Sandals Negril attracts honeymooners, anniversary celebrants, and other couples looking for romance. Activities run day and night, but Sandals Negril is low-key and laid-back, an ultra all-inclusive haven for R & R as well as the active life. Reefs are just offshore for dive-and-snorkel trips. Use of kayaks, windsurfers, Aqua Trikes, paddleboats, Hobie Cat sailboats, Sunfish sailboats, and snorkeling gear—all available on the beach—is complimentary. Snorkeling, scuba diving, and glass-bottom boat excursions are also complimentary, along with waterskiing and knee boarding. This resort is part of Sandals Resorts Signature Collection. Sandals Negril accepts adult couples only.

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Jamaica Inn. Travel & Leisure Magazine June 2006 readers voted Jamaica Inn as #1 in Jamaica and #2 in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas for Service. The resort has been family-owned for two generations. This small resort two miles from downtown Ocho Rios offers 700 feet of private beach. 47 guest suites and four one- or two-bedroom cottages feature spacious verandas or balconies designed like open-air living rooms. No TV, radio, or clock intrudes between guest and rest. Low-key diversions include sailing, croquet, and the KiYara Ocean Spa. The resort provides complimentary use of snorkeling gear for exploring a reef just off shore, small sailboats, kayaks, and a croquet lawn.

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