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Wayne

Marie

John

Lauren

Staying in Montego Bay: we will be in Kingston on this day, for the Bob Marley tour. Hope we can make it work! Thank you, God bless

Judy

Please let me know if this dates are available and how much it would cost.

Chadae

Miecha

Anthony

Nevett

Gillian

Sarai

LaGuardia

Tishette

Tymek

Donnique

This is for a birthday trip. Is breakfast included?

Celia

Toshika

karabumi

David

We were friends with Bill and Nard long time ago and thought it would be nice to stay again,thanks.

Mark

consuelo

Stafford

Martin

Huali

Olly

Dominic

Adjourie

ibby

Nishanth

Jodionn

Pieter

Katia

The 28 It's my birthday

Aldiyanna

Catherine

I am looking for a price for 1 room in your villa. I was there for my grandfather's internment in 2002 and would love to return.

Christine

ian

recommended by friend we may stay longer

lucie

Paulette

Paulette

Paulette

Paulette

Paulette

JOHN

Hi. Please send me information about room availability, prices and additional services like breakfast, wifi, airport transport and pick-up, etc. Service would be for my wife, my 16 yo son and naturally, me. Thanks a lot! Felt in love with your hotel, John

Florence

One adult disabled

Alvina

Two Ac rooms

Marketta

Joshua

Barbara

Shannon

Joneilla

Christian

Marissa

Shan

Lauren

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Reggae Jam Festival International

Welcome to the Reggae Jam International Festival at Reggae Park 420 in Jamaica! Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of reggae music like never before. Originating from Germany, this festival is making its way back to the roots of reggae music, right here in Jamaica.We are thrilled to bring a diverse lineup of artists, including some legendary names, to showcase the rich cultural heritage and vibrant sounds of reggae. Join us for an unforgettable experience where Jamaican and European influences merge to create a truly unique celebration of music and culture.

Ticket Prices:
General: USD 45 $ | JMD 6.750 $ 
VIP: USD 85 $ | JMD 12.750 $
6-Friends:USD 225 $ | JMD 33.750 $

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Aksel

Aksel

Aksel

Alekyx

No request.

Alekyx

No request.

Alekyx

No request.

Sarah

? Mo

Sarah

? Mo

Sarah

Sarah

Sarah

Sarah

Sarah

Sarah

Robin

Crystal

Birthday celebration

Clay

Dwight

Lars

Christian

Hayley

INN AT THE COVE

JILLIAN

Samantha

ALICIA

Akeele

Jordan

Norma

Please quote in jA dollars

Debra

We are looking for 2 3-bedroom villas, beside each other. Please note that our dates are flexible. Thank you.

Samantha

Looking a private stay to celebrate my husband's 42nd birthday.

Joanna

We would be interested in transport from MBJ as well a club mobay on departure

Paula

Pamela

Surprise anniversary present for my husband ❤️

Roy

Trieseell

Alison

A TWO BEDROOM ONE ROOM WITH TWO BEDS

Andrea

Galina

Sam

Antonette

Kandice

Room with two beds

cavin

Charles

Charles

Howayne

We would like to have the room booked as my girlfriend wants to celebrate her birthday in Ocho Rios.

Howayne

We would like to have the room booked as my girlfriend wants to celebrate her birthday in Ocho Rios.

Gary

Anja

Anja

Gillian

Twin beds all incl

Sonia

Sonia

marlon

Akeelia

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Inn at the Cove

The Inn at the Cove (d. USD 175) is the reincarnation of what was once San San Tropez. Located in the heart of San San district, across the road from Frenchman's Cove, this affordable, well-located accommodation is suited for couples, groups of friends and families, a stone's throw from all the main attractions in the greater Port Antonio area. San San Beach is a few minutes' walk away, and Blue Hole, just around the corner, with Winnifred Beach also within a five minute's drive. The rooms are situated facing the pool, and a restaurant at the property serves meals to order poolside. 

Michelle

Yuava

Tia

Laura

dina

Hi I’d like to know the rates for the villa for the dates listed. I’d rather not have the green rate as I want air conditioning. I’d like the 4 th bedroom as well. Also how much of a down payment. Thanks so much, Best Regards, Dina

Caroy

I would like to rent this guest house for the day only, I won’t be staying until the next morning, is that something you offer?

Roxcine

Audley

I will possibly need 2 rooms

Karen

Melvil

Lynn

I was hoping to reserve the entire house. The one that sits on the water. Not the main house, the cottage. My husband and I got married there 8 years ago, he has passed away since then. It is still an option to rent that house? Thank you Lynn

Lynn

I was hoping to reserve the entire house. The one that sits on the water. Not the main house, the cottage. My husband and I got married there 8 years ago, he has passed away since then. It is still an option to rent that house? Thank you Lynn

Lynn

I was hoping to reserve the entire house. The one that sits on the water. Not the main house, the cottage. My husband and I got married there 8 years ago, he has passed away since then. It is still an option to rent that house? Thank you Lynn

Kang

David

Keisha

Lloyd

Caroline

Gary

Samuel

Hi, Me and my girlfriend would like to sleep at the portland gap during the night between 19 and 20 of July. For the night, we would need 2 matress so, according to your site, that would be (27$*2 (room) + 1$*2 (matress)=) 54$, is that right ? Have a good day, Sam

Elizabeth

Hi Do you have a twin room available for the above dates? I am travelling with my son & we are interested in hiking the Cunha Cunha trail & thought you would be a good base. How much is a twin room? Thanks Liz

Elizabeth

Hi Do you have a twin room available for the above dates? I am travelling with my son & we are interested in hiking the Cunha Cunha trail & thought you would be a good base. How much is a twin room? Thanks Liz

Agrestine

ALISON

hello, please can you let me know the price for one night and for two nights. thank you,

Lauren

Hi! We would love to book a glass bottom boat ride and snorkel with pickup at skylark :-)

Lauren

Hi! We would love to book a glass bottom boat ride and snorkel with pickup at skylark :-)

Lauren

Hi! We would love to book a glass bottom boat ride and snorkel with pickup at skylark :-)

Leisa

I am inquiring of availability. Thanks

Amoui

Salama

Marie

Miloš

Hi, I would like to asi fór posibility to stay for 2 nights in one of your nice cabins located close to Blue Mountain Peak. We'll be 5-6 pax and will arrive to Kingston APT 18th January 2023 ať 20:45. Do you have availability and if so,Can you also help us with transport from APT, please? Thanks a lot. Miloš Kára

Jessica

Shakira

Camille

sailing lessons

Craft Cottage

Ina

May

Du cailar

Bessford

GORDON

Ilona

Sylvia

Sylvia

Sylvia

Ilona

Lisa

Dianah

Dianah

Alaina

John

Latoya

Rupi

We are a Jamaican family. Please let us know if we can reserve for these 3 nights (March3-6, 2023), for our party of 9... 7 teenagers and two adults. Do feel free to call. Many thanks.

Barnabé

Janine

We are coming over from the UK for a wedding and would like to stay at Cannon Villas where some of the wedding party will be ....we are a part of 3 or maybe 4 adults and need two bedrooms. What do you have available and what are the nightly and service charges please ...

Phoina

Monika

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90'S PAN DI WHARF

SIMONE

Minimum of two rooms needed. Please advise of single room versus double occupancy room rates, or single vs. double bed.

Michelle

Would like to book right away. This villa is on hold for me through another website but your prices seem more affordable. Please get back to me asap. Thank you

Jae

I'd like to sign up for beginner sailing lessons for when I'm in town. Staying on east side of Montegro Bay. Please let me know cost and times. Also do you provide life jackets?

Danae

last minute query

Lawayne

Hi Please let us know the price for these days. How close is the villa to the main road please? Is there traffic noise? We would like to see pix of the interior. Thank you Lawayne

Lawayne

Please can you let us know the cost? Confirm that the villa is right on the sea. It looks that way How close is it to the road and is there traffic noise? Thank you Lawayne

Lawayne

What is the cost please. Is there direct beach access? How close is the villa to the street? Is there traffic noise? Thank you

Lawayne

please let us knw the cost and if the villa has direct sea access. Also how close it is to the road and if there is traffic noise. Thank you

lawayne

Need to know cost to be sure and if the villa is in the seafront and away from traffic noise

Lisa

Lisa

Kevin

Just me ... just one night ... sea view room, if available... tanks! Kevin

Filippo

Black River Tour for 2 persons at 2:30 p.m

Daichi

Hi, We would like to go Black River Safari. Can we ride on it on Dec 25th? Thank you. Shiojima

Thomas

We would like to book the tour on 12.12.2022 at 12:30 AM

Osi

Would like the 2pm sailing if possible please. Thank you

Osi

Would like the 2pm sailing if possible please. Thank you

Iris

Mother has mobility issues. Needs handicapped accessible room.

Audrey

jasper

ocean view room

Steve

Do I need to book the Black River Safari or can I just turn up? We are staying with relatives so will be making our own way there. Thanks, Steve

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Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Cliff Cottage Negril

Cliff Cottage (US$250 nightly for larger cottage, US$350 for both units) is tucked away on Negril's West End. The clifftop property has a central kitchen and common area with natural wood furnishings and an enormous fan suspended above a billiards table. The two bungalows are steps away, each with its own bathroom. The larger of the two units has a queen-size bed, the smaller unit a double bed, sleeping up to four guests between the two. Both units have AC and fans. A palapa at the top of the cliff has a lounge chair to catch the sunsets, and spiral stairs lead down through a cave cut from the limestone cliff to a platform at the water's edge. An amiable staff of three handle the housekeeping, cooking and landscaping. Cliff Cottage is ideally suited for families, couples and close friends who put a premium on privacy and exclusivity. The waterfront is ideal for snorkeling, with some nice reefs along the coast in either direction. The water is quite shallow at the cliffs edge, however, and this is not a suitable place for cliff jumping or jumping from the platform at the water's edge, as sea urchins abound. Avoid standing on the sea floor in this area altogehter unless you have good visibility and can see that there's sand below foot.

Johnmark

Johnmark

Johnmark

Ann

Ann

William

Shanae

MICHELLE MARIE

Shaneka

Check out on monday

Vasta

Hi i would like to book this property for 3 adults and 3 elderly ladies, best wishes Vas

Nikki

Nikki

Nikki

Kristien

Do you have room available? Thanks

Denise

Raymond

We are flexible on dates and will accept partial week. Thanks

Kizelah

Lois

Rochelle

Nikki

Nikki

Haak

Laura

Abraham

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Steppa

Steppa is a three bedroom staffed villa that house up to 6 adults. The master bedroom with Adobe-style built-in King bed frame and lounge seating. Wood-louvred French doors open up to a wide rooftop patio with its own plunge pool and sunbathing deck. A second rooftop terrace with outdoor shower is accessed from the full ensuite bathroom. Room includes AC, fans, flat screen television, south-facing ocean views and north-facing Mountain vistas all above a canopy of trees and lush vegetation. the second room, Vista, has a queen-sized bed and ocean-facing balcony, AC, fans, flat screen TV and full ensuite bathroom with semi-outdoor shower. The third room has a double-sized bed, AC, fans, flat screen TV and full ensuite bathroom. To top it off the villa overlooks its beautiful private beach located in Old Wharf Road, Treasure Beach.  Steppa can be rented alone (US$1495 low/high season US$1720) or with its sister property Peeniwalli (US$1690 low/high season US$1944), which has four rooms and house up to 8 adults. 

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Peeniwalli

Peeniwalli (US$1690 per night low/high season US$1944) is a four-bedroom staffed villa on the waterfront in Old Wharf, Treasure Beach. The villa house up to 8 adults and is attached to a sister property, Steppa (US$ 1495 per night low/high season US$1720), which has three bedrooms and house up to 6 guest, can be rent alone or together (US$2860 per night low/high season US$3663) with Peeniwalli. Both property has plunge pools, ac rooms, lounge area, outdoor patio and staffs such as grounds keeper, babysitters and housekeeper, these staffs are trained to provide 5 star hotel service and naturally have warm welcoming spirits that makes guest stay more comfortable and relaxing. Organically shaped, the villas have adobe style white concrete walls meander throughout the villa giving each room a cool and airy feeling, wooden pergolas that hang overhead, and louvered doors and windows that allows air to flow freely.The villas also has a private beach which is great for swimming. 

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Kotch Villa

Kotch Villa offers the fullness of living in simply designed spaces surrounded by nature and pastoral views. Each home is thoughtfully designed with eye-catching interior furnishings and outfitted with the creature comforts you need to feel transported. Flower petal blossoms, swaying palms and circulating ocean-swept and mountain-side breezes – a magical concoction made complete by an inviting family spirit. Our Caribbean lifestyle is full of authentic island vibes and rich with the bounty of freshly cooked meals, the warm smiles of welcoming people and the spirit of community.

Ashena

Looking for a tour for 15 person for tomorrow. Any available Tour?

Libby

Emma

Please call or WhatsApp to confirm. I called today and will call tomorrow.

Andrew

Andrew

Andrew

Latonia

Shevan

Hazel

Is Blue Mountain Belcour Cottage still in business?

Hazel

Hazel

Interested in staying for 2-3 nights. Do you do pick ups from Kingston Int airport and can you cater for vegetarians?

Simon

Good afternoon. Do you have any availability for these dates, and at what rate please. many thanks and kind regards Simon.

Arwed

River boat Trip only earlierst start 1230 pm

Deepa

Annaleisha

Shaye

Hi. Do you do small events here?

Shaye

Hi. Do you do events here?

Shaye

Do you do small events for 30-40 people?

Anna

Anna

Rojohn

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Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Epican

Epican is a Medical Cannabis Dispensary. ( Opens Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 am, close on Sundays)

Robin

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JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

JACANA

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana Ocho Rios Dispensary

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana Ocho Rios Dispensary

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana Ocho Rios Dispensary

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana Ocho Rios Dispensary

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Jacana

Jacana is a pioneering global medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives. Having grown up in Jamaica, its founders saw first-hand how natural medicine could be used to ease pain and suffering, and wanted to help bring this age-old, natural remedy to the rest of the world.

Sea Krave

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave (Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm, Sat./Sun. 8am-8ppm, US$30)....

Sea Krave

Sea Krave

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

SORA Japanese Sky Cuisine is a restaurant located in Kingston, Jamaica. They have various types of Japanese food and a nice bar on our rooftop terrace.

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

SORA Japanese Sky Cuisine is a restaurant located in Kingston, Jamaica. They have various types of Japanese food and a nice bar on our rooftop terrace.

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

SORA Japanese Sky Cuisine is a restaurant located in Kingston, Jamaica. They have various types of Japanese food and a nice bar on our rooftop terrace.

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Chez Maria Restaurant

Chez Maria is a family-owned business that has been serving Jamaica for the past seventeen years with Lebanese and Italian cuisine. The restaurant provide Dine-in, Takeaways and Delivery services. Opens Monday-Saturday 11:30 am to 10:00 pm and Sunday11: 00 am to 8:00 pm.

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Broken Plate

Broken Plate is an indoor/ outdoor dining destination with an open-air rooftop terrace designed to create a place for leisure.  Broken Plate’s menu is centered around seasonal offerings featuring a fusion of local and internationalinfluences. Local market-driven ingredients offer bold flavors that stimulate all the senses of the guests’ dining experience. An ideal “see & be seen destination” rooftop restaurant and lounge impresses as you watch the sunset, enjoy delectable cuisines while you sip on the finest wine selections and cocktails – offering something for everyone – Instagrammable

Broken Plate

Broken Plate is an indoor/ outdoor dining destination with an open-air rooftop terrace designed to create a place for leisure.  Broken Plate’s menu is centered around seasonal offerings featuring a fusion of local and internationalinfluences. Local market-driven ingredients offer bold flavors that stimulate all the senses of the guests’ dining experience. An ideal “see & be seen destination” rooftop restaurant and lounge impresses as you watch the sunset, enjoy delectable cuisines while you sip on the finest wine selections and cocktails – offering something for everyone – Instagrammable

Broken Plate

Broken Plate is an indoor/ outdoor dining destination with an open-air rooftop terrace designed to create a place for leisure.  Broken Plate’s menu is centered around seasonal offerings featuring a fusion of local and internationalinfluences. Local market-driven ingredients offer bold flavors that stimulate all the senses of the guests’ dining experience. An ideal “see & be seen destination” rooftop restaurant and lounge impresses as you watch the sunset, enjoy delectable cuisines while you sip on the finest wine selections and cocktails – offering something for everyone – Instagrammable

Broken Plate

Broken Plate is an indoor/ outdoor dining destination with an open-air rooftop terrace designed to create a place for leisure.  Broken Plate’s menu is centered around seasonal offerings featuring a fusion of local and internationalinfluences. Local market-driven ingredients offer bold flavors that stimulate all the senses of the guests’ dining experience. An ideal “see & be seen destination” rooftop restaurant and lounge impresses as you watch the sunset, enjoy delectable cuisines while you sip on the finest wine selections and cocktails – offering something for everyone – Instagrammable

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angelique

Hello there I am travelling with my two sons and was wondering if you have availability during our two day stay in Ocho Rios? I look forward to hearing from you Kind regards, Angelique Schmitt

Kiona

Casper

Kate

Nelson

Hello We are a couple (Orisha and Nelson) and we would love to stay at Te Moana for 2 nights. Please let us know if there is a room available. Best Regards Nelson

Nelson

Hello We are a couple (Orisha and Nelson) and we would love to stay at Te Moana for 2 nights. Please let us know if there is a room available. Best Regards Nelson

Benta River Falls

Benta River Falls

 Benta River Falls is one of Jamaica’s best-kept secrets. An attraction that is family-friendly and features 7 beautiful waterfalls and a breathtaking blue lagoon. Benta has been developed in an environmentally friendly and responsible manner with care taken to preserve the flora and vegetation of that region. There is a campsite to groups and individuals. Farm tours, showcasing local exotic flowers and fruits are currently in development.

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The Cliff Hotel

Bak A Yaad

Bak A Yaad

Bak A Yaad is located on West End Road across from Ricks Cafe in Negril, Westmoreland. It is a great location for all the entertainment, cliff diving, restaraunts and night life in Negril. They offer a dining facility, clubhouse, a pool, and 8 new cottages that will enhance your experience. The property has  lush vegetaion and access to a free or shared beach, amenities such as Air Conditioner, Hot Water, free WI-FI, and parking. The staffs are friendly and engaging, all this packaged to give aunthentic Jamaican vibe at affordable rates

Borghinvilla

Borghinvilla is located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and a cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented receptions all year long. The villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination, Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guests for the entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Borghinvilla

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Weddings

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Weddings

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

Weddings

Located on the coast of Disocvery Bay, St. Ann, Borghinvilla rest on 2 acres of land with beatiful Jamaican garden flowers, plants and cliff side view of the caribbean sea.  Catering to stunning seaside wedding ceremonies and tented reception all year long, the villa is the perfect cliff side wedding destination. Offering customizable menu, transportaion, bridal and groom suite, venoders for your wedding needs,  such as makeup artist, hairstylists,  video and photographers, and package upgrades, there services are unmatched. You can celebrate with your guest for your entire wedding day up until midnight on week days, and up to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, with extra charges after midnight.

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Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

Di Dragon

Di Dragon (2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2-11pm Fri./Sat., 2-9pm Sun., US$15-25/lb., or around US$60 for a modest meal for two) is an informal backyard Chinese food restaurant specialized in seafood dishes. Try the ginger scallion, black bean sauce, or salt and pepper shrimp, king crab, blue crab, snapper or lobster, and you'll have no regrets. Order at the window and have a seat at one of a handful of picnic tables overlooking the canal in an unassuming housing scheme off Fort Augusta Drive, better know as Back Road, one of the most notoriously seedy in the Kingston Metropolitan Area. The chicken and pork dishes are scruptious as well, but the seafood can only be described as delicacy. 

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Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

Bay Front Studio

Bay Front Studio (US$100 d.) is a cozy, well appointed fifth floor self-catering studio apartment overlooking a large pool shared by residents of the complex. The historic buildings of Port Royal can be seen across Kingston Harbour, with the capital city visible to the northeast. A compact kitchenette has a small electric range and oven with a wooden breakfast bar for two and a full height refrigerator. Large windows open to the sea breeze, and an A/C unit keeps the room cool for those still days and nights. A queen bed on a matching wooden frame forms the centerpiece of the room, clearly designed with peaceful relaxation in mind. A bookcase under the flat panel TV offers ample leisure reading options and the Wi-Fi keeps guests connected with broadband. The Bay Front Studio is ideal for solo stays or intimate couple getaways. A small bathroom towards the rear of the apartment has all the necessities with a sink, large mirror, toilet and standing shower. The towels and linens are soft and clean.

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Sandy

I have a car, where do I leave it ? Thanks

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Cave Canem

Cave Canem is a beautifully constructed four-bedroom villa seemingly transplanted from a greek isle located on a private protected beach in Billy's Bay.

Imani

Kelvin

teresa

We got married at this property back in 2015! and want to come back for 2 weeks, Didn't know if the property is available for the dates listed for the side house only and the property use. Please let me know and the price and if available.

vivalyn

Hello looking to rent the Laughing water Villa property for a 2-day family reunion can you please contact m, please

Bright

Ramoya

Shameeka

Helen

Hello I am in Jamaica for 6 months volunteering and studying. I'd love to visit and stay with you as people keeping saying it's amazing. But as I'm not on a tourist budget or corporate wages, max rent allowance is J$5000 per night - do you have anything available? I don't need frills except wifi to work from 'home'... i will be back later in the year and am looking for month-long option possibly longer. Thanks for your consideration! Helen Atkins Whatsapp: +44 7990 584346

Elaina

Te Moana cottages inquiry

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Bolt Hole

Bolt Hole is a historic home with an adjoining cottage on the waterfront a few minutes' drive east of Port Antonio. 

Taylor

Hi , can you advise of any availability within flexible period 7 feb to 28 feb. 3-4 day stay? I’m in st. Ann’s. Thank you, Taylor Nelson

Taylor

Hi , can you advise of any availability within 7 feb to 28 feb. 3-4 day stay? I’m in st. Ann’s. Thank you, Taylor Nelson

Taylor

Hi, can you advise availability within feb8 - 28? 3-4 night booking or more! I’m in st Ann’s now. Thank you, Taylor

Taylor

Greetings! Could you advise availability within feb 16-28? Might only be one person so maybe you could discount to $250? A starving artist. My thanks to you

Taylor

Angela

Gabriela

Hi! Looking to book a date at the spa between 2/11 - 2/15 with my husband and I.

amelia

a bunk bed

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Test Villa Listing 2022

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Test Listing 2022

Test Listing is a great listing

Galina

Stephanie

Is it possible to have someone there to make meals ?

Louis

Anastasia

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Whalers Seafood Restaurant & Bar

Whalers Seafood Restaurant & Bar (9am-8pm daily) is located in a second-floor unit at the center of the Ocho Rios Fishing Village, which received a makeover in 2019. The restaurant serves well prepared dishes like steamed, escoveitch and brown stewed fish, as well as lobster, conch and chicken (US$15-25), with indoor seating with A/C or outdoor on the balcony overlooking the beach. Loud music blaring in seeming competition from multiple restaurants in the complex can be bothersome on Sundays, but otherwise the venue is pleasant enough for couples and families alike.

Sanja

Bob

Nikolette

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Di Grill Shack

The best place in town for rib fingers, tips, spare, and baby back ribs is Di Grill Shack (noon-9pm Mon.-Thurs., noon-10:30pm Fri.- Sat.). Chicken, fish, and lobster dishes are also served. The outdoor setting is pleasant for downing a beer with friends. Takeout and delivery are also offered.

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Aladin

Aladin (10am-10pm daily, US$10-20) specializes in Lebanese food with falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, and kebabs.

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La Pizzeria

With a massive pizza oven imported from Italy, it would be hard to find a more authentic pie in Kingston than at La Pizzeria (US$8-16), an offshoot of the Grog Shoppe manned by Italian-Jamaican Max Pronel. Toppings range from classic margherita to jerk chicken and ital, topped with callaloo and ackee.

 

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PeppaThyme

Next to the Constant Spring Golf Club, Pepper Thyme (noon-9pm Sun.-Tues., 11am- 11pm Wed.-Sat.) is a jerk pit serving jerk chicken (from US$5) and port (from US$6) accompanied by festival, breadfruit, and rice-and-peas. The large open-air venue has a number of circular thatch-roofed eating areas and a large bar.

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Jamaica Juice

Jamaica Juice(10am-9pm Mon.- Thurs., 10am-9:30pm Fri.-Sat., noon-8pm Sun., US$3-5) serves fresh juices, smoothies, and food items, most notably chicken or chickpea roti.

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Jade Garden

Jade Garden ( noon-10pm Mon.-Sat., 11am-9pm Sun., US$12-40) serves MSG-free Chinese food with dishes like Peking duck, roast pork, and the signature pimento steak. Cantonese dim sum is a popular house specialty.

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Tea Tree Creperie

Tea Tree Creperie serves sweet and savory crepes, coffee, tea, and spirited concoctions.

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Y.not.Pita

Traditional Lebanese dishes at Y.not.Pita (8:30am-9pm Mon.- Fri., 9am-9pm Sat., 9am-5pm Sun., US$5-15) include soups and salads, falafel, and hum- mus with pita chips as well as Jamaican and Mexican-style chicken, jerk, and curried chicken wraps.

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Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine

On the top floor of a multiuse building, Sora Japanese Sky Cuisine (11:30am-11pm Mon.-Thurs., 11:30am- midnight Fri.-Sat., US$11-30) offers in- door seating with air-conditioning and outdoor seating alfresco with views of the Blue Mountain foothills toward the northeast and New Kingston to the south. Delectable sushi rolls and sashimi are served in an enjoyable atmosphere with attentive service.

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The Deli at CPJ Market

The Deli at CPJ Market (7am-8pm Mon.-Sat., US$8-15) serves soups and salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, pastries, and coffee with indoor and outdoor seating and complimentary Wi-Fi. The mar- ket sells imported specialty foods, beer, and wine.


 

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Steak House on the Verandah

Steak House on the Verandah (noon-10pm  Mon.-Sat., US$15-30) overlooks the central courtyard at Devon House, serving a varied menu that includes starters like tempura shrimp, chicken wings, pumpkin bisque, grilled salmon, rosemary herbed chicken breast, and fettuccine fungi alfredo, and of course tenderloin, rib-eye, and filet mignon grilled to perfection. Lighter items include Philly cheese steaks, burgers and barbecue chicken sandwiches.


 

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Saffron Indian Restaurant

Saffron Indian Restaurant (11:30am-10pm Mon.-Sat., 1pm- 9:30pm Sun., US$20-30) serves North and South Indian dishes as well as Asian fusion, from grilled fish to tandoori shrimp and malai tikka chicken, accompanied by naan and parotha.

 

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Dragon Gate

Dragon Gate (11am-9pm Mon.-Sat., noon-9pm Sun., from US$7) has excellent fried fricassee chicken and rice, chow mein, curried shrimp, and chicken and broccoli.

 

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Cafe Africa

Café Africa (9am-9pm Mon.-Thurs., 10am-10pm Sat., 11am-7pm Sun.) specializes in African dishes, both vegetarian and meat. The spot is also the de facto base for the United Negro Improvement Association, now presided over by the restaurant’s proprietor, Stephen Golding, on the site of Marcus Garvey’s original office of the Pan- African unity organization. A bust of Garvey stands at the site, commemorating the national hero.

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Cannonball Cafe

The atmosphere is relaxing and cozy at Cannonball Café (7am-6pm Mon.-Fri.) serves coffee, pastries and sand- wiches (US$6), and dishes like beef lasagna (US$10), quiche (US$10), and salad (US$6). Try the scones with sweet cream and jam (US$5) with natural juices (US$4) or cap- puccino (US$5). Wi-Fi is complimentary for customers.

 

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24/7 Cafe

24/7 Café (24 hours daily, US$5-10) serves rotating soups like fish or red pea, salads, breakfast bagels with smoked marlin or salmon, paninis, wraps, chicken pot pie, and homemade fries. Coffee with scones, cookies, muffins, and cheesecake are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Wi-Fi is complimentary for customers.

 

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Michael's Juice Garden

Michael’s Juice Garden (8am-8pm Mon.-Thurs. 8am-6pm Fri., 9am-5pm Sun., US$3-6) serves freshly blended natural juices, coconut water, ackee and saltfish, chicken wraps, and cheese and tuna sandwiches. Juices are seasonal and in- clude june plum, soursop, star fruit, and ota- heite apple.

 

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F&B DownTown

Besides selling watches and jewelry duty-free for visitors, F&B DownTown (9am-5pm Mon.- Sat., US$9-20) has a refreshing café serving eggs to order and pancakes for breakfast, and for lunch, chicken teriyaki and shrimp salads, soup, sandwiches, and entrées that include pasta dishes, steak, and oxtail.

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Cliffhanger Restaurant & Lounge

Cliffhanger Restaurant & Lounge (5 kilometers/3 miles southeast of Long Bay, noon-10pm Fri.-Sat., noon-9pm Sun., US$11-50) serves seafood, specializing in lionfish five different ways, with wine and beer, escoveitch, coconut sauce, curried, and jerk. Oxtail, curried goat, fried and stewed chicken, and vegan fare are served.

 

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La Familia Restaurant

Transplants from Bologna, Italy, run La Familia Restaurant (by reservation only, US$15-35), serving the best lasagna, tagliatelle, and ceviche. Pizza and bread are baked in a conventional gas oven.

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Gurley Aston WIne & Grill Bar and Boston Jerk Stop

Savory jerk chicken and pork and fresh sea- food are served in a hassle-free environment at Gurley Aston Wine & Grill Bar and Boston Jerk Stop (10am- 10pm Sun.-Thurs., 10am-midnight Fri.-Sat.).

 

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Glen's Bar & Jerk Centre

On the east side of town, Glen's Bar & Jerk Centre formerly known as G&B Jerk Centre (10am-midnight daily) is the best spot for a roadside bite of jerk pork (US$20 per pound) or chicken (US$5 per quarter pound).

 

 

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Mango Ridge

Five rustic self-contained cottages and one three-bedroom house (US$60 for 2 people, US$30 per additional person) are at Mango Ridge (from US$40 d). Each unit has its own bath with ambient- temperature showers, foam double beds, and Wi-Fi. The property is a thin 0.4 hectares (1 acre), stretching up the hill in the Somers Town area, overlooking the center of Port Antonio, a 10-minute walk away. The kitch- enettes in each unit have two-burner stoves, a mini fridge, and a sink. Congenial proprietor Michael O’Donnell is always at hand to help guests find their way around town.

 

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The Veranda

The Veranda (reservations required for nonguests, 7am-10am breakfast, noon-4pm lunch, 7pm-9pm dinner, daily, US$20-50). On Saturday the hotel’s semi-formal Mike’s Supper Club boasts live cabaret music and specials that include whole lion fish, jerk pork, curry goat, and a Portland seafood platter. Regular entrées include grilled rack of lamb, spinach and mushroom ravioli, surf and turf, and mutton vindaloo.

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The Italian Job

Launched by Gianmaria Pedroli, a native of northern Italy who came to vacation in Portland and fell in love with the area, cozy restaurant The Italian Job (noon-10pm Tues.-Sat., US$7-20) has pizza, salads, calzones, lasagna, carbonara, and seafood spaghetti.

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Wilkes Cuisine Seafood Restaurant & Bar

Wilkes Cuisine Seafood Restaurant & Bar (10am-9pm daily) serves seafood dishes as well as chicken, beef, and pork.

 

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Roots 21 Bar & Kitchen

Downstairs from Cristal Nightclub, Roots 21 Bar & Kitchen (11am-11pm Mon.-Sat., from US$10) specializes in seafood, serving curry coconut and steamed snapper with bammy and fried plantain (US$15) in addition to jerk chicken.

 

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Tortuga Lounge Jamaica

Tortuga Lounge Jamaica is a self-described organic lounge at The Fan villa serving music, spirits, and finger food in an open-air deck overlooking Turtle Crawle Bay.

 

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Jus Booze

Popular seaside watering hole Jus Booze (11am-11pm daily, later on weekends) has Ladies’ Night on Thursday, burgers and booze on Friday, and live music every other Saturday.

 

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Marybelle's Pub on the Pier

Serving drinks and finger food like burgers, pizza, salads, and fruit by the pool, Marybelle’s Pub on the Pier (noon-10pm daily, US$4-16) offers customers complimentary Wi-Fi.

Cristalee McFarlane

Posh Nightclub

Serving a lunch and dinner menu (10am- 11pm Mon.-Thurs., 6am-midnight Fri.-Sat., 6pm-2am Sun.) that includes sandwiches, pasta, burgers, and fries, Posh Nightclub (cover US$10) is bumping on weekends (10am-4am Fri.-Sat.), and is the place to go on Friday night.

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The FieldSpa

In a cottage overhanging the lagoon, The FieldSpa (10am-6pm daily) at Goldeneye has open-air treatment rooms hidden be- hind lush foliage. Massage, mediation, body scrubs, body wraps, bush baths, and facials are among the treatments on offer (from US$130). Homemade concoctions draw on natural ingredients, many grown on the Island Outpost farm at Pantrepant, Trelawny.

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Loveland Villa

A modest three-bedroom property, Loveland Villa (US$175 low season, US$200 high season) has a wide veranda for enjoying the panoramic view of the Oracabessa coast. The master suite has a king bed and private bath. Two other rooms each have two single beds that can be joined to make kings and share a bath. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the housekeeper comes daily to cook and tidy up. The villa holds six comfortably and up to eight (US$20 pp after 6 guests). Wi-Fi covers the house; a flat-screen TV in the living room has a DVD player.

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Ocean Edge Villa

An eight-unit guesthouse overlooking the sea in Oracabessa, Ocean Edge Villa (US$65 d) has self-contained units with queen beds, private balconies facing the sea, and kitchenettes. Rooms are clean and a great value for the money.

Waterfront in a corner of the yard at Ocean  Edge Villa, The Chocolate Box (cell tel. 876/781-4841, info@oneonecacao.com, www. oneonecacao.com, US$50 pp) offers groups of two to eight visitors the experience of making artisanal chocolate from bean to bar with local cacao connoisseur and chocolate purveyor Nick Davis, whose One Cacao has won awards from the Academy of Chocolate and is singlehandedly combatting the decline of Jamaica’s cacao industry with its world- class product.

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Ultimate Jerk Centre

Popular for locals to congregate to take in a cricket match, eat jerk, and vibe out, Ultimate Jerk Centre (9am-10:30pm Sun.-Fri., 9am- midnight Sat., US$1-5) does stewed chicken and pork, curry goat, stewed conch, potato, festival, bammy, fritters, rice-and-peas, and french fries. The bar serves a variety of liquor, and an oldies party is held the last Saturday of the month. The jerk is the best in the area and doesn’t linger on the grill thanks to a steady flow of traffic.

 

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Piper's Cove

The six studios (US$95) and 14 one-bedroom apartments (US$116) at Piper’s Cove have air- conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and utilitarian kitchenettes. The dated furnishings can be overlooked given the affordability. Some apartments have sea views. A restaurant and bar on the property serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

 

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Luvinya Foods

Luvinya Foods is a vegan café (US$5-10) and juice bar (US$3- 5) at Eastern Container Plaza. Dishes include mixed platters with ackee rundown, coconut curry plantain, steam veg, and vegan omelets with garbanzo bean flour substituted for eggs. Raw food dishes include plantain carrot salad, beet seaweed salad, or raw okra salad as well as veggie burgers and vegan egg sandwiches.

 

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L'Escargot

The most authentic French restaurant in Jamaica is L’Escargot (tel. 876/973-5589) however out of place it might feel in the center of Runaway Bay. The dimly lit dining room has a baby grand piano gracing the entrance. Start with the sig- nature escargot sautéed in garlic butter, herbs, and white wine, smoked marlin topped with mousse (US$12) or pâté de foie gras (US$9). For mains, try the coq au vin (US$18), the porc aux champignons, lamb chops, filet mignon, giant prawns in orange curry sauce, or stuffed grilled eggplant (US$14-35). The wine list relies exclusively on French vintages (US$26- 78), and desserts are scribbled on a chalkboard alongside the daily specials.

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Lighthouse Lounge & Grill

Runaway Bay has a down-to-earth bar scene with a few options for late night drinks and occasional dances. Light House Lounge & Grill (11am-4am daily) hosts dances in the open- air yard every other weekend on Friday or Saturday. Inside the bar, two billiards tables and karaoke on Wednesday entertain patrons. It’s on the left when you’re heading west, just past the stoplight as you enter Runaway Bay.

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Roxborough Restaurant Bar & Grill

Seaside, opposite the turnoff to St. Ann’s Bay, the Roxborough Restaurant Bar & Grill (10am- 10pm daily) specializes in reasonably priced seafood like brown stewed conch, steamed fish, coconut crusted, or grilled lobster (US$16-25) served with sides of festival, rice- and-peas, fries, bammy, or creamed potatoes.

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Stush in the Bush

Inspired vegetarian and seafood farm- to-table lunch and dinners at Stush in the Bush (by reservation only Sun.-Fri., from US$55) include a tour of the hosts’ Zionites Farm and medicinal plants. Quarterly moon- light dinners and yoga brunches are held throughout the year.

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Angler's

Angler’s (US$12-35) serves shrimp, conch, octopus, fish, lobster steam, brown stew, and grilled shrimp kebab. Try the seafood combo for a taste of almost everything on the menu, or shrimp feast or lobster feast platters to feed nine or so.

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Bamboo Blu

Bamboo Blu (10am-10pm daily, by reservation only, US$12-40) is a beachfront bar and restaurant serving soup, breadfruit chips, saltfish bammy bruschetta, crab wontons, spicy shrimp, and heavier dishes like grilled lobster, coconut rundown snapper, and fish-and-chips. To get here, go through the gate marked Mammee Bay Estate adjacent to the entrance to Riu; the entrance is about one kilometer (0.6 miles) in on the right.

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Carleen's Villa Guesthouse

Reasonably priced and with a common balcony overlooking the water, Carleen’s Villa Guest House has seven no-frills rooms (US$40) equipped with ceiling fans, two twin beds, TVs, and hot water in private baths. There’s no pool and no food, but it’s five minutes away Mahogany Beach, Ochi’s most popular with locals.

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Reggae Pot Rastarant

Natural seasonal juices are prepared at Reggae Pot Rastaurant (9am-9pm Mon.-Sat., 10am-8pm Sun., US$3-5), serving vegetarian ital food on a rotating menu with dishes like brown stew, curried or stir-fry tofu, and split peas with veggie chunks.

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Calabash Ital Restaurant

Calabash Ital Restaurant (8am-10pm Mon.-Sat., 8am-8pm Sun., US$4-5) serves vegan dishes like ackee, veggie stew, and tofu on a rotating menu along with natural juices like beet, cane, and june plum (US$2).

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Christophers's Restaurant

Christopher’s Restaurant (7am-8:30pm daily, US$20-45) serves casual gourmet dishes in an open-air dining area with ocean views, a great way to experience one of the boutique resorts in the area, with worldly dishes like curried goat ravioli and pimento smoked beef tenderloin. The Broken Rudder is the beachside grill at the same property, offering a more casual dining experience for lunch.

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Spring Garden Seafood & Steakhouse

Spring Garden Seafood & Steakhouse (11am-11pm daily) serves well-prepared seafood, steak, and chicken (US$10-40) with indoor and alfresco dining.

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Mainland China

Mainland China (11am-midnight Wed.-Mon., US$10-30) serves a mix of Jamaican, Indian, and Chinese cuisine and is considered one of the most dependable restaurants in Ochi by locals. Jamaican dishes range from curry goat, oxtail, and fried or jerk chicken with sides that include bammy, festival, yam, boiled corn, or rice-and-peas, while Indian offerings include marinated leg of lamb and tandoor and chicken kebab. The Chinese menu includes fried rice, garlic noodle, chop suey, chow mein, lo mein, pepper shrimp, butter garlic, black bean, ginger scallion, or Szechwan lobster.

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Rasta Taco Jamaica

Rasta Taco Jamaica (11am-8pm daily, US$6-18) serves tropicalized Mexican- Caribbean fusion, including tacos, burritos, wraps, and salads, both vegetarian and for meat eaters.

 

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Fancy Seafood

Fancy Seafood (9am-10pm daily, US$6-20) run by the congenial Alicia Archer, serves curry goat, fried chicken, shrimp, steam, escoveitch, brown stew, and fried jerk fish.

 

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Lobster Dave

Sharing the second level with Whalers, Lobster Dave (upstairs,10am-11pm daily, later on weekends, US$6-20) has indoor and balcony seating for air-conditioned and alfresco dining. The kitchen pumps out crab, lobster, fish and conch.

Reggae Kitchen (shop 3, Fishermen’s Beach, tel. 876/822-0984, noon-10pm daily, US$8-22) is a seafood and Jamaican fare specialist serving steamed or escoveitch snapper in addition to vegetable chunks, chicken, oxtail, and steam veg.

 

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Whalers Seafood Restaurant

Whalers Seafood Restaurant (upstairs) serves fish, shrimp, conch, and lobster (US$10-25).

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Tropical Buzz

Formerly the Tropical Beach seafood restaurant, Tropical Buzz (9am-11pm daily, US$8-20) now occupies a unit three-quarters of the way down the boardwalk to the beach, serving fish, octopus, conch, shrimp and traditional Jamaican breakfast of ackee and saltfish in the mornings.

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Mongoose Jamaica Restaurant & Lounge

Mongoose Jamaica Restaurant & Lounge (9:30am-1am Sun.-Thurs., 9:30am-3am Fri.- Sat., US$10-35) serves well prepared and nicely presented starters like chicken wings, coconut breaded shrimp, and salads, and main courses that include the signature Mongoose burger with smoked bacon, grilled pineapple, and sautéed onion with ginger wine glaze. Other entrées include local dishes like curry chicken or goat, oxtail, and jerk chicken.

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Hashtagz

Hashtagz (11am- midnight daily) is a food truck operated by Quincy Smith since 2016 in the Total gas station in the Clock Tower Square. A couple of stools serve as the dining room where patrons wolf down lasagna, kebabs, and buffalo wings on the go.

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Pearly Beach

James Bond fans may be on the look-out for the beaches that appeared in the 1963 film Dr. No. Pearly Beach and adjacent Laughing Waters served as Crab Cay, the fictitious island that was home to villainous Dr. No, where the first “Bond girl” Ursula Andress famously emerged from the sea to meet 007. Both beaches are privately managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and aren’t accessible unless rented exclusively. Pearly Beach can be booked through hotel concierge desks for large groups (75 people minimum, US$10 pp) and Laughing Waters can be booked through Janice Chong at SADCo (from US$1,000 for 75 people to US$2,500 for 250 people, plus US$500 deposit).

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Ocho Rios Bay Beach

Ocho Rios Bay Beach (US$5), also known as Turtle Beach, dominates the shorefront area in the heart of town. Moon Palace Jamaica Grande has roped off a large piece of the beach on the eastern side of the bay, while Turtle Towers and Fisherman’s Point share the western end with the public beach park and Marina at the end.

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Bamboo Beach Club

One of the best beaches in the vicinity, previously known as Reggae Beach, is Bamboo Beach Club (2 minutes east of White River, St. Mary (8am-6pm Mon.-Thurs., 9am-midnight Fri.-Sun., day pass from US$11). The private enclave caters mostly to cruise ship passengers with admission fees ranging from US$11 for entry and beach chair only to US$39 inclusive of food and drink. Pricier packages cover multiple beverages (US$59), a massage (US$69), transportation from area hotels (US$49 pp), and tours at other attractions.

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Calby's River Hidden Beauty

A riverside park and chill spot along the White River, Calby’s River Hidden Beauty (9am-5pm daily, US$10, US$5 under age 13) has a rope swing and areas where the limestone riverbed has been formed into smooth slides by gushing water. Tubes, guides, and life jackets are included. A bar and restaurant serve beer, jerk chicken, and pork with rice-and-peas and festival.

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Calypso River Rafting

Forty-minute tours down the lower reaches of the White River on bamboo rafts (2 people, US$55) and rubber inner tubes (1 person, US$25) are on offer from Calypso River Rafting.    (Contact Judi Marsh-yasanadi@yahoo.com)

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Calypso River Rafting

Forty-minute tours down the lower reaches of the White River on bamboo rafts (2 people, US$55) and rubber inner tubes (1 person, US$25) are on offer from Calypso River Rafting.    (Contact Judi Marsh-yasanadi@yahoo.com)

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Spanish Bridge

The oldest Spanish Bridge on the island can still be seen at the river’s upper reaches, just above the site where Chukka Caribbean’s River Tubing Safari begins. Several river parks and gardens dot the banks. To get to the White River Valley, turn right at the first stoplight heading east from Ocho Rios along the A3, just after the second gas station. Follow the road for four kilometers (2.5 miles) and turn left at the intersection in Lodge, the second community, and then make a right along the rough dirt road adjacent to an electrical substation. Cars with low clearance may bottom out along sections of the rocky road.

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Spicy Nice

Spicy Nice sells patties, breads, pastries, and other baked goods.

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Jerk Island

Jerk Island (entrance to Rois Lagoon, Green Side, Falmouth,11am-4pm Sat.-Sun. and days when cruise ships are in port) serves jerk chicken and pork accompanied by festival, fries, rice-and-peas, along with rum ribs and jerk burgers.

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Falmouth Jerk Centre and Ganja Bar

Falmouth Jerk Centre and Ganja Bar serves jerk chicken, pork, fish, conch, lobster, and octopus (US$5-25). The ganja bar at the same location serves mixed drinks as well as herb brownies and ganja spread, in a hassle-free herb-friendly environment.

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Pepper's Jerk Centre

Pepper’s Jerk Centre (10am-10pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-6) serves jerk chicken, pork, fish, and lobster with sides like festival, bammy, and rice as well as a rotation of Jamaican favorites like baked, curried, and brown stew chicken, curry goat, oxtail, and roast fish.

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Blue Waters Beach Club

A private beach club with over 180 me- ters (600 feet) of beach frontage adjacent to Excellence Oyster Bay, Blue Waters Beach Club (US$10, 9am-5pm days when a ship is in port at Falmouth, or by reservation) offers guests lounge chairs (included) and complimentary Wi-Fi. The restaurant serves Jamaican favorites like jerk chicken, festival, and rice-and-peas (US$10). The bar serves Red Stripe.

 

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Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa

Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa (from US$148 pp) is a 489-room, seven-floor property that boasts sleek South Beach design. Food is excellent, with indoor and outdoor seating in buffet and à la carte formats, and a seaside bar and grill by the Olympic-size pool in front of the hotel. The Sugar Mill Falls Water Park on the property boasts an 85-meter (280-foot) water slide for a thrilling ride on tubes, spill- ing into a freeform pool with a swim-up bar, a lazy river, waterfalls, and hot tubs in a lush garden setting. The beach, located below the main pool and grill area, has fine white sand along a respectable stretch of coast.

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Sunscape Splash Montego Bay

Sunscape Splash Montego Bay (from US$280 low season, US$365 high season) has a casual, family-friendly atmosphere with tennis courts, a water park, and a private beach. The 430-room resort is located in Freeport, facing west. Rooms are divided between a main building and smaller structures on the opposite side of a large pool area and face out to sea or toward central Montego Bay. Unlimited food, along with local and international beverages, is available 24 hours a day in several restaurants and bars across the property. The hotel is about 10 minutes by cab to the Hip Strip or central Montego Bay.

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Zoetry Montego Bay

Zoetry Montego Bay (from US$400) is a 46-room, five-star, all-inclusive boutique property on a private white-sand beach 10 minutes east of the airport. The hotel has three seafront à la carte restaurants, a tapas bar, and unlimited top-shelf spirits. Zoetry features swim-out pools from ground- level rooms, a wrap-around infinity pool, and a 230-square-meter (2,500-square-foot) spa with plunge pools.

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Wright Life

Wright Life (10am- 6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-15) is an eatery serving salads, juices, and natural products in an impeccably clean minimalist restaurant beside Fontana pharmacy.

 

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Castaways Villa

Castaways Villa (from US$90 d) offers budget accommodations within walking distance of Jacob Taylor Bathing Beach. While not really a villa in the traditional sense, the guest house has decent rooms with cable TV, air-conditioning, and a pool, as well as a bar and restaurant serving Jamaican-style dishes, pizza, and pasta.

 

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Mystic Thai Restaurant

From the same owners as Mystic India, Mystic Thai (noon-9:45pm daily, US$10-25) takes care with the food’s presentation and with the delectable fusion of fresh aromatic flavors from basil, lemongrass, spicy chili paste, and tangy dips. Staples like pad thai (US$10-14) are complemented with more adventurous entrées like the maple chili pork ribs with wilted spinach and kidney bean mash. A foray into Japanese cuisine fills a gap in Mobay’s culinary scene with rolls, sushi, and tempura.

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China House & Golden Dynasty Chinese Restaurant

China House Restaurant (32 Jimmy Cliff Blvd., tel. 876/979-0056, 10am-10pm daily, US$3-23) serves Chinese, Mongolian, Thai, and Jamaican cuisine, as does its neighbor, Golden Dynasty Chinese Restaurant (39 Jimmy Cliff Blvd., tel. 876/971-0459, 11am- 10pm Mon.-Sat., noon-10pm Sun., US$2-20). China House serves dim sum on Sunday.

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King Palace Chinese Restaurant

  Some of Montego Bay’s best Chinese food and great-value buffet combo lunch specials (US$5) are at King Palace Chinese Restaurant (11:30am-9:30pm Mon.-Sat., 1pm-9:30pm Sun., US$9-15).

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Excellence Oyster Bay

Excellence Oyster Bay (from US$570 d) is an all-suites adults-only property on 3.2 kilometers (2 miles) of unspoiled beach on a peninsula just east of Falmouth. Four types of junior suite and seven Excellence Club categories offer a range of rates and amenities; the more expensive units have pools and ocean views. The all-inclusive resort offers 10 a la carte dinner options, 2 à la carte lunch options, and 10 bars with 24-hour room service. The property has three swimming pools and four outdoor whirlpool tubs along with non- motorized water sports, including windsurfing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing, as well as introductory scuba diving.

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Harmony Cove

A 20-minute walk farther east along low coral bluffs leads to Harmony Cove, one of Jamaica’s few remaining virgin beaches and the future site of a massive hotel and casino, according to government plans. Harmony Cove can also be reached by turning off the North Coast Highway next to a cell phone tower five minutes’ drive east of Duncans; from there, follow the dirt road around as it takes a wide sweep toward the coast and back inland until you see a wide sandy beach, at the end of a grassy road, off to the right. A dirt track just inland from the beach follows the coast west leading to Harmony Cove. It’s about 20 minutes’ walk from the east as well. Contact Harmonisation for information about the property.

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Melia Braco Village

Meliá Braco Village (Braco, from US$225 low season, US$486 high season) is an all-inclusive resort geared located seafront in the Braco area of Rio Bueno. The suites are modern, with flat-panel TVs, broadband internet, and double queens or kings. Some rooms have balconies with sea views. The hotel has five restaurants, including buffet and à la carte, and offers babysitting services, a fitness and well- ness center, basketball courts, a football pitch, and a business center.

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Tropical Bliss Beach

Tropical Bliss Beach (US$5) is a secluded beach with entertainment, food, and ambiance. The private beach club rents chairs (US$5); cabanas (US$120) that include a six-pack of beer or a bottle of wine, four beach chairs, and a personal butler; kayaks; water trampolines; and hammocks. Brian Thelwell (brian.tropicalblisstour@gmail. com) is the manager. The beach can be quite crowded when cruise ships are in port.

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Montego Bay Cultural Centre

The Montego Bay Cultural Centre (10am-5pm Tues.-Sun., US$8 adults, US$2 students and seniors) houses the National Museum West and the National Gallery West, showcasing Jamaica’s history and contemporary arts scene, while the building itself is a Georgian relic worth visiting. National Museum West, at ground level, features a permanent exhibit covering a history of St. James and Jamaica with a collection of artifacts spanning the Taino to postcolonial periods in the southern wing and temporary exhibits in the northern wing. National Gallery West, upstairs in an adjoining building, is an offshoot of the National Gallery in Kingston and showcases early, modern, and contemporary art in rotating exhibits. Special events, including occasional dance performances, are held in the town hall ballroom, and performing arts space is upstairs in the main building.

A freedom monument stands at the back of the building, honoring those sentenced here when the building was used as a courthouse. The names of condemned enslaved people appear alongside the punishment meted out: whipping, striping, or death. The Cage, just in front of the Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square, was once used to lock up misbehaving slaves and sailors.

Montego Bay Cultural Centre

The Montego Bay Cultural Centre (10am-5pm Tues.-Sun., US$8 adults, US$2 students and seniors) houses the National Museum West and the National Gallery West, showcasing Jamaica’s history and contemporary arts scene, while the building itself is a Georgian relic worth visiting. National Museum West, at ground level, features a permanent exhibit covering a history of St. James and Jamaica with a collection of artifacts spanning the Taino to postcolonial periods in the southern wing and temporary exhibits in the northern wing. National Gallery West, upstairs in an adjoining building, is an offshoot of the National Gallery in Kingston and showcases early, modern, and contemporary art in rotating exhibits. Special events, including occasional dance performances, are held in the town hall ballroom, and performing arts space is upstairs in the main building.

A freedom monument stands at the back of the building, honoring those sentenced here when the building was used as a courthouse. The names of condemned enslaved people appear alongside the punishment meted out: whipping, striping, or death. The Cage, just in front of the Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square, was once used to lock up misbehaving slaves and sailors.

Montego Bay Cultural Centre

The Montego Bay Cultural Centre (10am-5pm Tues.-Sun., US$8 adults, US$2 students and seniors) houses the National Museum West and the National Gallery West, showcasing Jamaica’s history and contemporary arts scene, while the building itself is a Georgian relic worth visiting. National Museum West, at ground level, features a permanent exhibit covering a history of St. James and Jamaica with a collection of artifacts spanning the Taino to postcolonial periods in the southern wing and temporary exhibits in the northern wing. National Gallery West, upstairs in an adjoining building, is an offshoot of the National Gallery in Kingston and showcases early, modern, and contemporary art in rotating exhibits. Special events, including occasional dance performances, are held in the town hall ballroom, and performing arts space is upstairs in the main building.

A freedom monument stands at the back of the building, honoring those sentenced here when the building was used as a courthouse. The names of condemned enslaved people appear alongside the punishment meted out: whipping, striping, or death. The Cage, just in front of the Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square, was once used to lock up misbehaving slaves and sailors.

Montego Bay Cultural Centre

The Montego Bay Cultural Centre (10am-5pm Tues.-Sun., US$8 adults, US$2 students and seniors) houses the National Museum West and the National Gallery West, showcasing Jamaica’s history and contemporary arts scene, while the building itself is a Georgian relic worth visiting. National Museum West, at ground level, features a permanent exhibit covering a history of St. James and Jamaica with a collection of artifacts spanning the Taino to postcolonial periods in the southern wing and temporary exhibits in the northern wing. National Gallery West, upstairs in an adjoining building, is an offshoot of the National Gallery in Kingston and showcases early, modern, and contemporary art in rotating exhibits. Special events, including occasional dance performances, are held in the town hall ballroom, and performing arts space is upstairs in the main building.

A freedom monument stands at the back of the building, honoring those sentenced here when the building was used as a courthouse. The names of condemned enslaved people appear alongside the punishment meted out: whipping, striping, or death. The Cage, just in front of the Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square, was once used to lock up misbehaving slaves and sailors.

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Pelican Lookout

Funky beachfront restaurant and bar, Pelican Lookout (10am-10pm Mon., 10am-10pm Wed.-Sat., 1pm-10pm Sun.) has brightly painted picnic tables and humorous catch phrases like “Eat yuh food” and “Rasta run di worl” hand-painted on little signs throughout. The kitchen serves light bar food items like wings, chicken fingers, and onion rings, as well as typical Jamaican meat dishes from curry, jerk, and brown stew chicken to curry goat and oxtail, while specializing in seafood with escoveitch, steamed and roast fish, conch, lobster, and shrimp prepared any style. Pizza and pasta dishes are also on offer. It’s a great place to watch the sunset and watch the fishers bring in their catch.

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Luna Sea Inn

Luna Sea Inn  (from US$175, including breakfast) is a 10-room boutique hotel. The property juts into the sea with a raised gazebo on the point. A small pool is in the courtyard. Rooms have ensuite baths with showers and hot water, air-conditioning, cable TV, and Wi-Fi.

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Good Hope Retreat

Good Hope Retreat (from US$59) is a hilltop collection of three wooden cabins with outstanding views of the coast and surrounding hills set in natural beauty. The cabins have kitchenettes and desks, simple furnishings, and queen beds.

 

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Lookout Cove

On a 1.5-hectare (3.5-acre) seafront estate with a tennis court and lush gardens, Lookout Cove (Little Bay) from US$3,850 weekly low season, from US$4,950 weekly high season) has a three-bedroom villa and a two-bedroom cottage sleeping up to four. It’s an ideal retreat for families or groups of friends looking for peace and tranquility.

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Sights on the point of Lucea Harbour

On the point of Lucea Harbour, the most in- tact fort in western Jamaica is Fort Charlotte (site is unmanaged, supervised by Jamaica National Heritage Trust), with three cannons in good condition sitting on the battlements. It was built by the British in 1756, with 23 cannon openings to defend their colony. Originally named Fort Lucea, it was renamed during the reign of King George III after his wife. The Barracks, a large rectangular Georgian building next to the fort, was built in 1843 to house soldiers stationed at Fort Charlotte. It was given to the people of Jamaica in 1862 by the English War Office; it became the town’s education center and is now part of the high school complex.

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Guangos Jerk

The best spot to eat out in Savanna-la- Mar, Guango’s Jerk (11:30am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11:30am-midnight Fri.-Sat., US$7-25) has a well-prepared menu featuring Jamaica’s favorite seasoned meat. The jerk chicken is served with perfectly crispy skin, the festival is just the right consistency and sweetness, the rep peas soup delicious, and the beer cold. Fish is also served in brown stew, fried, steamed, or roast. Specials include oxtail, stew peas, curry goat, and mannish water.

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Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton

Fiesta Group, a Spain-based hotel chain, runs the 1,054-room Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton (from US$304 d), the largest resort in Jamaica by room count. The massive all-inclusive just west of Lucea encompasses the beautiful natural Molasses Beach and dozens of standalone blocks of suites across an expansive property along a rocky shore- line on the eastern flank of Lucea Harbour. Food at the resort is quite good by all-inclusive standards, especially the Jamaican dishes. The island’s largest rooftop solar plant meets a significant part of the resort’s electricity needs, giving it bona fide green credentials despite its large footprint. Several large swimming pools and above-average service make the only all- inclusive resort between Montego Bay and Negril a worthwhile option.

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Calico Jack's

A ramshackle bar and grill on a little island just offshore from Half Moon Beach, Calico Jack’s (11am-sunset daily, US$6-20) serves grilled lobster, jerk chicken, veggie kebabs, and escoveitch fish. The bar serves pirate’s rum punch and beer. Calico Jack’s hosts a Pirates Party on Saturdays (4pm-6pm Sat.).

 

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Somewhere West

Somewhere West (US$100 low season, US$175 high season) has four apartments with a 16-person maxi- mum capacity located past the lighthouse on West End Road. The property faces the sea atop low coral cliffs with a saltwater pool.

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Villas Sur Mer

A boutique hotel straddling both sides of West End Road on Negril’s West End, Villas Sur Mer  (from US$170) has a six-bedroom villa (from US$1,400) overhanging the crashing waves at the top of the cliff, with a private pool and bedrooms with sea views. On the other side of the road, one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages are laid out around a large pool and bar area. Rooms have kitchenettes with polished cement countertops, queen beds, built-in sofas in the lounge areas with a flat panel TV, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and screened louvered windows. A cave under the road leads to a lookout with a ladder into the sea for snorkeling.

 

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Villas Sur Mer

A boutique hotel straddling both sides of West End Road on Negril’s West End, Villas Sur Mer  (from US$170) has a six-bedroom villa (from US$1,400) overhanging the crashing waves at the top of the cliff, with a private pool and bedrooms with sea views. On the other side of the road, one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages are laid out around a large pool and bar area. Rooms have kitchenettes with polished cement countertops, queen beds, built-in sofas in the lounge areas with a flat panel TV, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, and screened louvered windows. A cave under the road leads to a lookout with a ladder into the sea for snorkeling.

 

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Da Fabio

Italian for “Fabio’s Place,” Da Fabio" (US$70 d) offers eight bedrooms with queen beds, mini fridges, and en suite baths in a house in the hills overlooking Seven-Mile Beach. Proprietor Fabio offers a package with breakfast and dinner and round-trip shuttle service to Seven-Mile Beach (US$35 pp). The house has a pool and Wi-Fi.

 

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The Boardwalk Village

The Boardwalk Village (from US$137 low season, US$157 high season) offers standard rooms with two double beds, deluxe rooms with a king bed, and one-bedroom apartments with kings and kitchenettes. All rooms have air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and cable.

 

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The Boardwalk Village

The Boardwalk Village (from US$137 low season, US$157 high season) offers standard rooms with two double beds, deluxe rooms with a king bed, and one-bedroom apartments with kings and kitchenettes. All rooms have air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and cable.

 

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Yard Beach House

Yard Beach House ( from US$110) is an adults-only boutique resort with 21 suites, a restaurant, and a bar. The hotel sits facing Seven-Mile Beach and has a swimming pool and a jetted tub. The restaurant serves Jamaican cuisine 24-7 and is open to nonguests.

 

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Ayurveda Resort

Directly on captivating Seven-Mile Beach, famous for its beautiful white sand, Ayurveda Resort (from US$101) has activities for guests such as windsurfing, golfing, bicycle rental at an additional charge, and tours. Services and amenities offered include wedding planning, spacious meeting halls and saunas, a restaurant, a bar with premium drinks, a private beach, and easy access to sea- side activities.

 

 

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Indika Negril

Indika Negril has a spacious four-bedroom main building called Devon House (US$150 low season, US$225 high season) that sleeps up to seven, and another large structure with three bedrooms called Dolton House, which also sleeps seven. Also, on the property is a self- contained cottage with a full kitchen and two beds (US$40 low season, US$60 high season), as well as two rustic cabins (US$30 low sea- son, US$50 high season), each with two beds, a small fridge, a shower, and a standing fan. Dolton House bedrooms have exterior entrances and can rent separately (US$50 low season, US$65 high season) and share the kitchen and living area. Airport transfers (up to 4 people from Montego Bay US$120 round- trip) are offered by the caretaker, Devon.

 

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iNi Vegan Rastarant

iNi Vegan Rastarant (9am-11pm daily, US$5-10) is a dab bar specializing in Rastafarian ital food. iNi offers indoor and outdoor seating, takeout options, waitstaff, and is wheelchair accessible. A few dishes and beverages offered include Rasta Pasta, ital patties, veggie sandwiches, bush tea, coffee, and ganja tea.

 

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Kool Vybes Bar and Jerk Centre

The food is cooked in a jerk pan grill with open-air seating on picnic tables under a zinc roof at Kool Vybes Bar & Jerk Centre (11am-11pm daily, US$5-30), serving jerk chicken and pork as well as pepper shrimp, curry goat, lobster, and fish.

 

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Blue Mahoe Restaurant

Blue Mahoe Restaurant (US$10-30) is at Negril Spa Retreat but welcomes non- guests, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. The menu features a mix of Jamaica-inspired dishes like jerk fish tacos and jerk chicken pesto as well as more traditional Jamaican fare like braised oxtails and beans, curried chicken, and curried goat. International standards include burgers, sandwiches, and pizzas. The large indoor dining area extends outside onto the cliffs.

 

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Motions HQ Bar & Grill

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Motions HQ Bar & Grill  (7am-11pm daily, US$8-20) includes dishes ranging from ackee and saltfish to seasoned shrimp, fish, and curry goat. A billiards table and bumping reggae provide entertainment.

 

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Seaview Bar & Grill

Seaview Bar & Grill (West End Rd., around the bend from Scotiabank, 4pm-2:30am daily) does the best steam roast conch (US$4) in Jamaica, as well as steam roast fish (US$12), conch soup (US$2), and jerk or fried jerk chicken (US$5), among other local favorites.

 

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Canjam Wake N Bake Cafe

Located just past Rick’s Café, Canjam Wake N Bake Café (West End Rd, across from Citronella, 7:30am-3pm daily high season, US$10-15, ganja edibles mid-Apr.-Sept.) serves fresh fruit juices and breakfast items, as well as famous ganja cookies that pack a punch far beyond their weight.

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Sun Divers

Sun Divers (US$55, US$65 with equipment, 2-tank dive US$100) offers a great intro class for beginners lasting about three hours with classroom and pool time and one open-water dive. 

 

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Captain Junior's Glass Bottom Boat Tours

Captain Junior’s Glass Bottom Boat Tours  (US$30 pp) takes guests on a clean boat on 1.5-hour snorkel trips to reefs about 15 minutes offshore or along the coast. Junior docks his boat next to Negril Palms Hotel on Norman Manley Boulevard, but he can pick you up from your hotel anywhere along Seven-Mile Beach.

 

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Reggae Horseback Riding & Tours

Based at Eldin Washington Ranch on the main road from Negril to Savanna-la-Mar, Reggae Horseback Riding (1 hour US$60 pp, 2 hours US$80, US$50 ages 6-10, including transportation from Negril) features horse- back riding on a 365-hectare (900-acre) farm populated by peacocks, ostriches, donkeys, and goats. Schedule a tour with up to 15 riders. The two-hour ride ends on a 1.6-kilometer (1-mile) stretch of private beach.

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Painted Negril

Held annually on the last Saturday in June, Painted Negril (Cayenne Beach, Norman Manley Blvd has high-energy soca, EDM, and dancehall music. Paint, water, and debauchery add to the music.

 

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Rastafari Rootz Fest

The Rastafari Rootz Fest was quick to celebrate the Jamaican government’s move to decriminalize ganja by hosting the Cannabis Cup Jamaica in partnership with High Times, now an annual affair held in mid-December at Long Bay Beach Park it"s alongside the Ganjamaica Cup, bringing friendly competitiveness, crafts, and wares as well as great music to the Negril waterfront.

After the Jamaican government decriminalized marijuana in 2015, the spliff-infused, Red Stripe-soaked, laid-back lifestyle espoused by so many in this coastal community has finally been officially embraced; the Cannabis Cup joined the line-up of annual events that year, before morphing into a locally produced annual event representative of Jamaica’s cultural heritage, the Rastafari Rootz Fest and the concurrent Ganjamaica Cup. While smoking the sacramental herb, whether for recreation or on religious or medicinal grounds, can no longer get you locked up, possessing more than two ounces without authorization from the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) is still a criminal offense.

 

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Jamwest Motorsports and Adventure Park

Jamwest Motorsports and Adventure Park is a short drive from Negril in Old Hope, Little London, offering ATV tours (US$115), safari tours (US$89), zip-line tours (US$115), horse- back riding (US$89), a driving experience on a racetrack (US$250), and combo packages (from US$139).

 

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Sun Beach Restaurant Bar & Jerk Hut

Sun Beach Restaurant Bar and Jerk Hut (9am-9pm daily, US$6- 32) serves seafood and Jamaican-inspired cuisine. The cozy beachfront bar and restaurant treats guests to live reggae every Thursday evening.

 

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Woodstock Negril

Woodstock Negril (7am-11pm Mon.-Sat. US$3-15) serves a variety of grilled and seafood dishes. This is a great place to bring the family, with free live band entertainment on Thursday, different themed cocktails each night, and karaoke Saturday night.

 

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Kenny's Italian Cafe

The setup at Kenny’s Italian Café (7am-2am daily) is inviting, with bamboo thatch ceilings, hanging lanterns, and padded stools with seating for up to 200. A DJ spins mostly house music nightly. Complimentary appetizers are offered 4pm- 7pm daily. The menu is Kenny’s take on Italian, absorbed from his wife and trips to the motherland, with salads, pasta dishes, sea- food, and pizza. Entrées range from spaghetti with olive oil (US$9) to a mixed seafood platter ($55) with whole lobster, fish fillets, calamari, and shrimp.

 

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Rhodes Beach Resort

Five minutes northeast of Negril toward Montego Bay, Rhodes Beach Resort has good horseback riding (US$70, US$35 under age 12) that takes riders through the coconut groves, a mangrove swamp with crocodiles, up the hill for a panoramic view of Negril, and back to the beach.

 

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Nikki's Taco

The only place in Negril to get Mexican- inspired dishes, Nikki’s Taco (across Norman Manley Blvd. from Bar-B-Barn, (11am-9pm daily, US$4-10) has tacos, burritos, and quesadillas as well as chips and salsa with guacamole.

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Sunrise Club

A wide variety of welcome options to start the day off right are at Sunrise Club (breakfast 8am-noon daily, US$10-35), including omelets or eggs and bacon, Jamaican breakfast (ackee and saltfish, callaloo, and fried dump- ling), crepes, pancakes, french toast, fresh- squeezed orange juice, and proper Italian coffee made in a quality espresso machine.

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Norman Manley Beach Park

At the southern end of the beach is Norman Manley Sea Park Beach, where dances and daytime events are often held. The sand is interrupted about three-quarters of the way up Seven-Mile Beach above Long Bay Beach Park by a small stretch of mangrove. Beyond that, the sand continues northward all the way to Negril Point past Island Lux Beach Park and a handful of all-inclusive resorts.

 

 

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Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

Touch of Class Restaurant Lounge & Bar

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Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

Moxons Beach Club

Moxons Beach Club (US$85–225) is a boutique property perched atop the cliffs in Stewart Town, between Tower Isle and Boscobel about 12 kilometers east of Ocho Rios. The four-level property descends to a private beach. Rooms face the sea or a courtyard and have queen- or king-size beds and en suite bathrooms. Wi-Fi is complimentary. A restaurant serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes (US$8–28). This is a smart, well managed hotel ideal for couples or families with mature children. The hotel was established by Timothy Moxon, an Englishman who entertained his jet setting friends Noel Coward and Ian Fleming at the property. The list of VIPs later grew when Timothy handed the reigns to his brother, Oliver, who turned Moxons into a popular restaurant that drew the likes of Dean Martin, Elizabeth Taylor, Henry Kissinger, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Boy George in subsequent decades. The hotel is currently owned and managed by the vivacious Johanne MacDonald who has put tireless work into restoring Moxons to exceed its former glory since acquiring the property in 2005 after it'd been battered by Hurricane Ivan.

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San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

San Cove

San Cove (US$7,000/8,000 weekly low/high season) is an adjacent sister property to San Bar which can be annexed to expand the accommodation capacity for larger groups who want to remain close. The highlight of this four-bedroom, three-story luxury villa is its exceptionally large deck with grill and picturesque gazebo, fit for relaxing in the shade or enjoying a fine meal at the water’s edge. Amenities afford all the comforts of home, including AC, WiFi, full staff. Swim or kayak over to Pellew Island, the Blue Lagoon and San San Beach, all gems of Eastern Jamaica in their own right.

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Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

Chris Cafe

Chris cafe (7:30am-11:30pm Mon.- Sat., 7:30am-8:30pm Sun., US$8-25) serves local dishes like ackee and saltfish, mackerel rundown, liver and kidney and curried chicken on a dining deck overlooking the sea. Reservations are recommended.

 

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Reggae Mill Bar

An open-air bar sharing space with Opa! Greek Restaurant & Lounge outside in the courtyard, Reggae Mill Bar (Devon House) is turned into a pro bono art gallery on Wednesday for local artists. Two nights later, Reggae Mill is transformed once again into Kingston’s premiere party venue for Fridays at the Devon, regularly attracting A-listers to the VIP section and a solid crowd throughout.

 

Reggae Mill Bar

An open-air bar sharing space with Opa! Greek Restaurant & Lounge outside in the courtyard, Reggae Mill Bar (Devon House) is turned into a pro bono art gallery on Wednesday for local artists. Two nights later, Reggae Mill is transformed once again into Kingston’s premiere party venue for Fridays at the Devon, regularly attracting A-listers to the VIP section and a solid crowd throughout.

 

Reggae Mill Bar

An open-air bar sharing space with Opa! Greek Restaurant & Lounge outside in the courtyard, Reggae Mill Bar (Devon House) is turned into a pro bono art gallery on Wednesday for local artists. Two nights later, Reggae Mill is transformed once again into Kingston’s premiere party venue for Fridays at the Devon, regularly attracting A-listers to the VIP section and a solid crowd throughout.

 

Reggae Mill Bar

An open-air bar sharing space with Opa! Greek Restaurant & Lounge outside in the courtyard, Reggae Mill Bar (Devon House) is turned into a pro bono art gallery on Wednesday for local artists. Two nights later, Reggae Mill is transformed once again into Kingston’s premiere party venue for Fridays at the Devon, regularly attracting A-listers to the VIP section and a solid crowd throughout.

 

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Milestone Sports Bar & Grill

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill (Salem, next door to Tru-Look, 11am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am- midnight Fri.-Sat.) is on the second level of a modern built-to-purpose plaza. Openers include chicken wings, kebabs, or shrimp cocktail, while mains are pasta alfredo (US$12), chicken cordon bleu, grouper fillet, and lobster curried, grilled, or in garlic sauce (US$25). Specializing in, you guessed it, jerk chicken and pork.

 

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill (Salem, next door to Tru-Look, 11am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am- midnight Fri.-Sat.) is on the second level of a modern built-to-purpose plaza. Openers include chicken wings, kebabs, or shrimp cocktail, while mains are pasta alfredo (US$12), chicken cordon bleu, grouper fillet, and lobster curried, grilled, or in garlic sauce (US$25). Specializing in, you guessed it, jerk chicken and pork.

 

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill (Salem, next door to Tru-Look, 11am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am- midnight Fri.-Sat.) is on the second level of a modern built-to-purpose plaza. Openers include chicken wings, kebabs, or shrimp cocktail, while mains are pasta alfredo (US$12), chicken cordon bleu, grouper fillet, and lobster curried, grilled, or in garlic sauce (US$25). Specializing in, you guessed it, jerk chicken and pork.

 

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill (Salem, next door to Tru-Look, 11am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am- midnight Fri.-Sat.) is on the second level of a modern built-to-purpose plaza. Openers include chicken wings, kebabs, or shrimp cocktail, while mains are pasta alfredo (US$12), chicken cordon bleu, grouper fillet, and lobster curried, grilled, or in garlic sauce (US$25). Specializing in, you guessed it, jerk chicken and pork.

 

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill

Milestone Sports Bar & Grill (Salem, next door to Tru-Look, 11am-11pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am- midnight Fri.-Sat.) is on the second level of a modern built-to-purpose plaza. Openers include chicken wings, kebabs, or shrimp cocktail, while mains are pasta alfredo (US$12), chicken cordon bleu, grouper fillet, and lobster curried, grilled, or in garlic sauce (US$25). Specializing in, you guessed it, jerk chicken and pork.

 

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A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

A Mi FI Tell Yuh Bar

A Mi Fi Tell Yuh (next door to Jewel Runaway Bay, noon-midnight daily) is an alfresco bar and grill where regulars gather in the evenings for a few drinks. Proprietor Robert Taylor can always be found on-site manning the bar or preparing steam fish with crackers. Diners require a reservation. 

 

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S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica - A 125-room boutique hotel offering all- inclusive or European plan (room only) lodging is (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Super clubs Montego Bay into a gleaming resort that couples rootsy Jamaican culture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a functional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. 

The Irie Baths and Spa (tel. 876/979- 0000, 8am-7pm daily) is a subterranean wellness center with plunge pools underneath the S Hotel on Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. Four treatment rooms offer an array of services: manicures, pedicures, facials, massages, body scrubs, waxing, and skin-care using Sothys and locally made products. A 24-hour fitness facility offers cardio machines and free weights.

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S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

S Hotel

S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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S Hotel Jamaica (rooms from US$209 d, US$287 pp all- inclusive), built from the dilapidated shell of the old Superclubs Montego Bay into a gleam- ing resort that couples rootsy Jamaican cul- ture with high-class sophistication. A swanky pool sits on an elevated deck between the rooms and the beach. Amenities include air- conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, big plasma TVs, USB outlets, mini fridges, Wi-Fi, a func- tional workspace, and Bluetooth speakers. Spa Suites have large showers and balconies over- looking Doctors Cave Beach. Two twins com- bine to make a king bed in the Essential City View rooms, while Deluxe rooms offer two doubles or a king. The Junior Suites have a king and a pull-out twin sofa bed. Spa suites have 50 square meters (540 square feet) of living space, tall ceilings, views of the sea and coastline, and oversize baths with free- standing soaking tubs. The 93-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) Signature Sky Suite takes luxury through the roof, with a 6-meter (20- foot) ceiling, a fully equipped kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a king bed. The sky deck offers the best view, with its glass-walled pool and bar. The hotel has two restaurants and several bars.

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Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

Deja Resort

Deja Resort(US$168 low season, US$195 d high season, all-inclusive) is a 93-room hotel at the heart of Montego Bay’s Hip Strip di- rectly across from Doctors Cave Beach, where guests have access included. Step outside for easy access to the beach, bars, and restaurants and a quick taxi ride to anything Montego Bay has to offer. Rooms are equipped with flat- panel TVs, air-conditioning, safes, irons, and either two double beds or one king bed; rooms with king beds feature private balconies. 

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San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

San Bar

San Bar (US$10,500/12,000 weekly low/high season) is a six-bedroom villa sleeping a maximum of eight adults and six children, ideally situated among the Blue Lagoon Villas with a clear view of Pellew Island and Alligator Head. Easily one of the best villas around, San Bar boasts an oversized hot tub on the deck, impeccable furnishings, and more balconies than you’ll want to count. Cable TV, broadband Internet, iPod docks and a stereo keep guests well plugged in. Quite possible the most luxurious villa in Port Antonio given its location.

Laura Hamilton

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Kling Kling Beach House

Kling Kling Beach House (US$122 nightly) is a beachfront property in Richmond, St. Ann that can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms.

Regan

Regan

1625671060

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa

Royalton Negril Resort & Spa and Hideaway at Royalton Negril are modern beachfront accommodations with a total of 407 rooms and suites spread across an expansive property dominating the southwestern flank of Bloody Bay. The resort opened its doors in 2017 after a completely new build on the site of what was once Grand Lido Negril. The spacious open-air lobby is stunning, with views across Bloody Bay. At check-in, front desk attendants adorn guests with a key fob bracelet which provides access to rooms throughout the stay, a welcome respite from the keys and swipe cards used at other resorts. Diamond Club suites are spacious, with separate living rooms, guest bathroom, wet bars with mini fridge and coffee maker and butler service. All categories enjoy 24-hour room service. 

Tiani

David Folb

Zakiya

Me and my family have been trying to book you guy and been having a hard tim and wanted to know if there’s anything available

Curlis

Toni

Please let us know if these dates are avaiable.

Fayahn

What would the price be if u guys have a family package deal

Phelicia

Hugo

Ted Muschett

Sea Star

Berbet

mother's day booking . Will you be open on mothers day?

Berbet

mother's day booking

Alicia

Akeem

1618762953

1618759441

Boot Drax Hall

Boot Drax Hall (7a.m.-11p.m. daily) has a large convenience store called Lucky Food and offers 87, 90 and diesel fuel at competitive prices and Jamaica's first electric vehicle charging station with Level 2 (AC Mode 3) and Level 3 (CHAdeMo DC and Combo DC) chargers. 

Boot Drax Hall

Boot Drax Hall (7a.m.-11p.m. daily) has a large convenience store called Lucky Food and offers 87, 90 and diesel fuel at competitive prices and Jamaica's first electric vehicle charging station with Level 2 (AC Mode 3) and Level 3 (CHAdeMo DC and Combo DC) chargers. 

Boot Drax Hall

Boot Drax Hall (7a.m.-11p.m. daily) has a large convenience store called Lucky Food and offers 87, 90 and diesel fuel at competitive prices and Jamaica's first electric vehicle charging station with Level 2 (AC Mode 3) and Level 3 (CHAdeMo DC and Combo DC) chargers. 

1618708651

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

JPS Invites EV Owners to Test Jamaica's First Public Charging Station

On Friday 16 April 2021, national grid operator Jamaica Public Service (JPS) invited electric vehicle (EV) owners to test its first public charging facility at the Boot service station in Drax Hall, St. Ann. 

The national utility plans to roll out nearly a dozen public charging stations across Jamaica, three like the one in Drax Hall with both 220v level 2 and 440v level 3 fast chargers, the remainder with level 2 chargers. 

The Boot charging station is equipped with Mode 3 AC (level 2), CHAdeMO DC (level 3) and Combo DC (level 3) charge plugs.

JPS has responded to calls from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), USAID, the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica to begin enabling a transition to electric transport as an important part of the decarbonization of the country's economy. The transport sector is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Jamaica and in the US. JPS Foundation was awarded a project designed by IDB LAB to develop the electric mobility ecosystem in the island.

The Government of Jamaica embraced a strategic framework for electric mobility in 2020 that will guide fiscal and regulatory policy as EV imports grow and tax revenues from fossil fuel imports dwindle.

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Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

Ivy's Cove

Ivy's Cove is a modernist accommodation just off the South Coast Highway less than a kilometer east of the main square in Whitehouse, Westmoreland. The property features two spacious two-bedroom apartments  (US$400/night), dubbed The Tranquility Villa and The Luxury Villa, both located on the second story, while the owner and her family occupy the ground level. The apartments have large living rooms and open kitchens. The living room and master bedroom open to a large balcony overlooking the sea, with outdoor dining tables, loungechairs and hammocks. The master bedrooms have king-size bed and en-suite bathrooms with standing showers and his and her vanities. The second bedroom is located on the side of the building closest to the road, where two queen-size beds are well suited for children or close friends. A second bathroom is located a few steps away from the second bedroom off the hallway. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves, full-size refrigerators and breakfast bars. Both bedrooms have A/C and ceiling fans. The living/dining rooms have three ceiling fans ensuring adequate airflow. Posters of Bob Marley and Pele and original paintings lend a rockstar vibe to the airy apartments, which are great for families and couples alike seeking privacy and relaxation. The cove itself has a nice little beach, with snorkeling gear, a picnic table, lounge chairs and a cute love seat swing for two at the edge of the gently lapping waves. A mangrove and natural inlet on the eastern flank of the beach is home to white and blue herons, egrets and pelicans,  feasting away on the plentiful fish seen darting about just below the surface. Care should be taken when wading in and out of the water as there can be sea urchins, but for the most part the sea floor has fine sand interspersed with patches of seaweed, making for great swimming.

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Belmont Villa

Built in 1962, Belmont is a four-bedroom villa at the base of Alligator Head, a peninsula overlooking San San Beach and Pellew Island. The villa has a minimalist, modern and inviting feel that pays homage to Jamaican culture and the island's natural beauty, with a small pool at the center of well-manicured lawns. Three bedrooms have king-size beds, and the fourth has two double beds, all with air conditioning, ceiling fans and en-suite bathrooms. Two bedrooms have private decks, while the third and fourth bedroom share a deck between them. The villa is staffed with a chef, caretaker, housekeeper and gardener, as well as an overnight watchman. Wi-Fi is available, but there are no screens in-house. San San Beach is a short walk away, with Frenchmen's bay a few steps further to the west.

Christian

Chloé

Could be 3 beds or 1 big and 1 small

Fern

Greetings, we are seeking a space to do our two week quarantine. We are very safe with facemasks and hand washing.

1608207958

Adieka

Verny

Verny

Verny

Claudia

Ronardo

Ronardo

Ronardo

Ronardo

Ronardo

Ronardo

Ronardo

Judeen

What villas do u have available for these dates?

Judeen

What villas do u have available for these dates?

sara

Kamauri

1602861093

La Sirena

Judeen

Is this villa available? For oct 17 to 19

Judeen

Is this villa available? For oct 17 to 19

Racquel

Alyssa

Checking for the local price for 2 nights.

Georgia

1594752655

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Donald

Donald

Stephen

Suzie

nadine

vegetarian option for dinning

Kamari

Given the future loss of bookings you will have due to the coronavirus crises would like to know the best price you can give us that will benefit us both.

Taneen

Jon

I don't want to share a room or a bathroom. I prefer a room with a nice view. How much and can I pay with my credit card?

David

Jon

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UNPLGD.

UNPLGD. is a weekly live music series that has been maintained off-and-on for several years. A stellar performance by Sevana got the series off to a great start in 2020 at its new home, Ambassador Bar & Grill, across Old Hope Road from the US embassy. 

Ranae

Janett

Dan

My name is Dan Keefe. Many years ago I was co-owner of the property next to your hotel. Obviously, prior to the Wallace’s and Boardwalk. I currently reside in Treasure Beach for the winter months. My family would like to visit Negril, arriving Monday Feb 24 & departing on Monday March 2. 4 adults and 1 infant. A few years ago, prior to your ownership, we enjoyed the hotel with 2 adjoining rooms. Is that possible for the dates listed above? Any local discount consideration is appreciated. This will be a cash transaction, no credit card. We do have a pack & play (crib) for my granddaughter to sleep in.

Yule

Yule

Terieka

Taayoo

What is your event rental fee?

Bethia

1577113477

Fish Cove

Fish Cove (11am-11pm daily, US$20) is a roadside bar and restauarant serving fried escoveitch and steamed snapper, as well as other preparations including brown stew and garlic, with the appropriate sides of bammy, water crackers. 

Fish Cove

Fish Cove (11am-11pm daily, US$20) is a roadside bar and restauarant serving fried escoveitch and steamed snapper, as well as other preparations including brown stew and garlic, with the appropriate sides of bammy, water crackers. 

Fish Cove

Fish Cove (11am-11pm daily, US$20) is a roadside bar and restauarant serving fried escoveitch and steamed snapper, as well as other preparations including brown stew and garlic, with the appropriate sides of bammy, water crackers. 

Fish Cove

Fish Cove (11am-11pm daily, US$20) is a roadside bar and restauarant serving fried escoveitch and steamed snapper, as well as other preparations including brown stew and garlic, with the appropriate sides of bammy, water crackers. 

Tathlyn

Birthday

Aaron

I left days open for flexibility purposes. We will take any one night stay that can accommodate a group of 10 - 5 couples. I am open to moving around any of those days

Natalie

1574686522

1574410684

1574410458

Rula

We would like to treat my sister and her husband to a mini honeymoon experience during their visit for Christmas. We are grateful that they came to visit us before going on their honeymoon (pending for 3 years) and want to make their experience magical!!! We think Belcour could be perfect!!!!! Thank you!!

Marilisse

Hello. I would like to know if there is availability for a week's (7 days) stay during the dates 29 March - 18 April 2020. I would prefer Sunday - Saturday stay. We plan on hosting a clean eating retreat. I also want to know if doing our own cooking is possible, but we may need assistance. We would like to set dates as soon a possible to give attendees sufficient time to plan. Please respond with the requested information and any additional possibly book. Thank you!

sabrina

It will be my birthday.

Castel

Castel

Stacey

Kadi-Anne

1568070265

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Allure - The Great Weekend

Allure is a premium soirée fete held on the Sunday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beachwear, bringing energy, food and drink to put a smooth end to the weekend of festivities. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the evening party follows Daybreak, the previous morning and a Sunset Party Cruise Saturday evening. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

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Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

Daybreak - The Great Weekend

Daybreak is a premium breakfast party held on the Saturday of Heroes Weekend at Grizzly's Plantation Cove on Richmond Estate just west of Priory, St. Ann. The party features top selectors and a young crowd decked out to the nines in sexy beach wear, bringing energy, food and drink to get the weekend off to a great start. Promoted by Kingston-based The Network Jam, the morning party is followed by a Sunset Party Cruise on Saturday evening, and Allure the following day. Allure returns to St. Ann again the last weekend in May.

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Silver Palms

Silver Palms is a homely property made up of one- two- and three-bedroom units situated in the gated community of Old Fort Bay, 10 minutes west of Ocho Rios. The property has a centrally located swimming pool and jacuzzi in the common area and has access to the beach via a footpath alongside sister property Cannon Villas

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Reggae Legends Villa

Reggae Legends Villa sits atop Skyline Drive overlooking the plains of Kingston and St. Andrew, Kingston Harbour and St. Catherine, steps from Kingston Dub Club and Skyline Levels, two of the city's top roots nightlife venues. Uninterrupted views to the north feature the Blue Mountains in all their splendor. Modern amenities and creature comforts make this one of the best options in the Kingston area for couples, families and small groups, where safety is of no concern, the air is clean and the breeze cool.

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This is a work team trip I would love for us to benefit from any local price discount

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Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas

Lashings Boutique Hotel & Villas (from US$66) has five double occupancy rooms with king-size beds, ceiling fans, en suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi. A two-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top level has a large outdoor living area, and a king bed in each room, one of which can be separated into two twins. A five-bedroom villa (US$500/night) below the main hotel block has one king-size bed and four queen-size beds. Located on a hillside in Sandy Bank district overlooking Treasure Beach, the property commands a panoramic view of the sea from Great Bay to Frenchmen’s Bay. A large infinity pool is surrounded by a wooden deck a few steps below the rooms in the main building, with a second pool below the villa. The restaurant and bar is centrally located, with little name signs hung throughout paying homage to distinguished guests. The Treetop Bar & Grill sits on a wooden deck hugging the upper limbs of a mango tree overlooking the Breds Treasure Beach Sports Complex and cricket oval.

Rohan

Rohan

patricia

good day.just need to know the cost for at least 25 persons

patricia

good day.just need to know the cost for at least 25 persons

Lesa

We are looking for information on the safari tour for the date. How do we get more information on that event. We already have a place to stay and we would like the 11am slot for 5. Thanks in advance.

Shanice

Millicent

We are interested in renting the villa for a writers' retreat. We need one room for the mentor and shared accommodation is acceptable, however we do need each person to have their own bed. Our retreats leverage the history and the community of Robins Bay, St Mary, to create a unique experience for participants. We look for persons who are advocates of eco tourism.

Andrea

Courteney

Courteney

Garfield

Melanie

Courteney

Robin

Hello. Want some peace an quiet for the holiday weekend

Scott

Hania

We're looking for an ensuite rooms for ideally 2 nights. Do you have availability? If so what is the price? We will be leaving Kingston tomorrow so we would be most grateful if you could respond quickly. Thanks, Hania

MONICA

Roseanne

Justine

Troy

Looking at bringing our family during the Christmas break arriving Dec 28 and departing Jan 4. Preferably in one villas if possible. Thanks!

carolyn

Is your villa available on my booking dates? What would the rental rate be for my date, if available? Are there any other fees added that are not included in the rental rate?

Tyreek

Althea

Attending a wedding that will be held at hotel on the 23rd.

Julia

Hello we didnt get any answer per mail from brigitta is the lodge still Open? Best regards Hannes and Julia

Mount Edge

Fern

Richard

Emilie

Aloha! We heard of your place from our friend Brett Prinz! My friend and I are coming from Hawaii and would love to stay at your chill place!

Fatima

Kerry-Ann

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Patsy's Coffeeshop

Patsy’s Coffeeshop (US$1.50-US$18, 8am-10pm Mon.\Fri. 9am-10pm Sat.\Sun) serves coffee, breakfast, lunch, cocktails, and desserts and uses the famous Blue Mountain coffee bean, the Peaberry coffee bean, which is naturally sweeter and lower in caffeine than its counterparts. It's located on the side of One Love Drive on West End Road. Some of its specialties include tasty homemade waffle cones, shakes and ganja ice-cream. 

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Vinne's Colie Shop Bar N Grill

Vinne's Colie Shop Bar N Grill (US$6-US$30, 10am-10pm daily, Norman Manley Blvd, in front of Chance Restaurant) serves seafood dishes like grilled lobster, garlic conch and steamed fish along with Jamaican dishes for lunch and dinner with drinks. Vinne's also offers catering services, waiter service, dine out options, and group reservations.

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The Belair Side Villa and Sunset Lounge

The Belair Side Villa and Sunset Lounge (US$75-US$120/2 ppl US$30/additional person) now has 3 rooms available, 2 suits equipt with double beds for 2 people and one standard room equipt with a King size bed large enough for 2; each room with its own bathroom. The Belair is located in Belmont, Westmoreland, across from the Peter Tosh Memorial in Bluefields, Jamaica. The perks of staying at Belair include a private beach area, an on site barbeque restaurant, and popular activities such as snorkeling, fishing and cycling, all at no extra cost. Activities offered at an additional fee include walking tours, diving, windsurfing, horse riding, pub crawls, among others. Services offered at an extra fee include laundry services, airport drop off, pickup, and daily maid services. Guests who choose to lodge here can also enjoy the close proximity to Whitehouse Supermarket, Sangster National Airport and Bluefields Waterfall 0.2 km away. House rules include no smoking, no pets, check-in time 3pm-5pm and check-out by 12pm. Cancellations within 48 hours of check-in will receive full refunds, however, cancellations within 24 hours will receive refunds minus a service charge.

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Bluefields Bay Resort

Bluefields Bay Resort (US$25 nighly children rate/ US$100 nightly adult rate, Cave District, Westmoreland) otherwise known as Casa Mariner, took its name from the Bluefields area at the beginning of its operations in 1998. The property hosts 3 cottages, 2 self contained apartments, 6 standard rooms, 3 basic rooms and 3 bars(sports, beach, roof). Balcony rooms also allow guests to enjoy the view of the garden. Each room is equipped with a wardrobe and private bathroom and some rooms offer a sea view with added accomodations of air conditioning, and a flat screen TV. Continental breakfasts are made available every morning.

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Little Negril Seafood

Little Negril Seafood (US$7-US$50, 10am-10pm daily) serves dishes in a cozy thatch covered, rustic, beach-front restaurant. The location is shared with Pimentoz Jerk restaurant, along with The Gallery Restaurant, Ital Island Restaurant and Beach House Sweet Eats(Devon House I-Scream) and within the Island Lux Beach Park. This is an ideal location to visit; varieties of food to try from different restaurants, fun activities to try at the Beach Park before and after eating, and great shopping experiences are just a few reasons.

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Pimentoz Jerk

Pimentoz Jerk (from JMD $200, 10am-11pm daily) is truly a great addition to the Island Lux Beach Park alongside Little Negril Seafood Restaurant. Its mantra, "Authentic Jamaican Jerk", speaks volumes about their pride in the quality of their unique jerked dishes which range from the familiar Jerk Chicken to Barbeque Jerk wings. It is a wheelchair accessible Jamaican beach bar that offers takeout, outdoor seating, wait staff and alcoholic beverages to customers. It is 1.7 miles from the Seven Mile Beach, one of the most popular attractions in Negril, and serves lunch, dinner, and late night meals and drinks. 

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Val's Comfort Inn

Val's Comfort Inn (US$70 nightly) is an apartment space, with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, air conditioning and hot water, along with other basic facilities like an ironing board, TV set and blow dryer. Its 5 to 10 minute distance from beaches and popular shopping areas is an advatage, since guests can easily visit close attractions while on vacation. The location is perfect for relaxation since it's quiet and private, with seated patios and porches for having meals or observing nature. House rules dictate there should be no pets and no parties or events during your stay. Each apartment boasts a fully equipt kitchen and spa shower. In the event that there is a chnge of plans, the cancellation policy is flexible, with full refund within a limited period.

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Camp Cabarita Eco Resort Jamaica

Camp Cabarita Eco Resort Jamaica(US$135 nighlty) is named for its proximity to the Cabarita River, and is better described as an eco resort, blending luxury, Jamaican culture and nature. Adventures to waterfalls, caves and revitalized springs with wellness treatments are only some perks of staying at this eco resort. An on site garden is also something to see and you will be introduced to new natural treatments, remedies and ways of life here. 
 

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Pure Garden Resort Negril

Pure Garden Resort Negril (US$55 nightly) is a cozy 31 room family friendly hotel with the perfect atmosphere to enjoy the warmth of Jamaica. Each Jamaican style room is complete with 2 beds and an en-suite bathroom along with wifi and cable tv, among other amenities. Tropical flowers, birds, lush gardens and the beach across the street create beautiful scenery and weather. Trying the amazing Italian restaurant on site is a must when visiting.

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Zambali Culinary Retreat

Zambali Culinary Retreats(from US$250 dbl) is a 5 star collection of villas and mountain cottages located at Caanan Mountain, Westmoreland, Little London, Negril 11111. Emmersed in the tranquility and silence of the mountains, it is a great place to experience harmony with nature and relax by the sounds of the sea. 

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Jah Freedom Guesthouse

Jah Freedom Gesthouse (from $US65 nightly) is a beautiful guesthouse located on Mountain Road - West End, Negril, conveniently,a 5 minute walk or 30 second drive from the center of Negril. This 3 story building's accomodations include 4 guestrooms, 1 bedroom, 3.5 bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, and 2 recording studios. Guests have the option of preparing meals or making arrangements for food, and laundry services at a reasonable price. Jah Freedom also offers dive and stay packages, accomodating scuba divers, beginners or professionals looking for relaxation while they take diving vacations.

Shinnel

Hike reservation

Crista

Dianna

Margaret

Prices on bed and breakfast and the other option to cook for ourselves pls

Joy

Michelle

Aijah

Brianne

Peter

Maria

We would like either a room with 2 beds and a private bathroom or 2 separate rooms with 2 ensuite bathrooms. Kindly let us know if available. Thank you!

Stephanie

We arrive into Kingston airport at 1pm on Friday (tomorrow!) and need somewhere to stay for Friday night. We will be traveling to Hagley Gap in the late afternoon on Saturday in order to serve through Blue Mountain Project organization. We would like to stay somewhere unique instead of just staying at the Marriott in Kingston! Please let us know if you can help. We would need transportation from airport tomorrow. Thank you!

Chantal

Thierry

Tabora

If there are suites with two bedrooms we will take that. If not two rooms please. Hoping there is availability. Thank you. Best, Tabora

monique

Lowell Spence

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Smokeez

Smokeez by the Sea (11am-11pm daily) is a local bar and kitchen located along the waterfront in Iron Shore specializing in roast conch, steam fish, jerk chicken and pork with sides including festival, yam and boiled green banana (US$6-15). Proprietor Lowell Spence bought the joint in 2015 breathing new life into a ramshackle corner of Montego Bay seldom discovered by the visitors shuttled past in tourist buses and packing the planes that roar overhead after departing Sangster International Airport. Those who happen by find down-to-earth Jamaican hospitality, where strangers have been known to buy strangers a drink and time slows down enough to enjoy some old school reggae and honest conversation with newfound friends.

Antonia

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Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

Summerhouse

Summerhouse (open daily for breakfast 7am-10:30am and lunch 12pm-3:30pm and Wed-Sat for dinner 7pm-9:30pm) is the brick and mortar manifestation of celebrity chef sister duo Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, made famous in their local food television program Two Sisters and a Meal. Located in the heart of New Kingston on the terrace of the Liguanea Club where a young Sean Connery stopped off for a martini, shaken not stirred, after outmuscling a couple thugs on his way from the airport in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, the setting has changed little apart from a few more buildings set against the greenery of Kingston's surrounding hills. The menu, meanwhile, is definitively of the modern era, harnessing all the fresh local ingredients and zesty Caribbean flavors you'd expect from a farm-to-table kitchen led by a pair of globe-trotting foodie connoisseurs proud to showcase their Jamaican roots. From the craft cocktails and finger food on the bar menu - don't pass up the Summerhouse Honey with French vanilla, Jameson, honey, triple sec and lime - to the assiduously-sourced greens in the salads and homemade gnocchi and pappardelle, Summerhouse pushes the bar higher for destination dining in Jamaica and leaves the most demanding palate delicately stimulated and fully satisfied. Accomplished cook book authors, the Rousseau sisters invite diners to take the flavors of their gastropub home with their first hardcover, Caribbean Potluck, Modern Recipes from our Family Kitchen and the recently published sequel, Provisions, The Roots of Caribbean Cooking.

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Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

Stones Throw

Stones Throw (6pm-2am daily) was launched by a couple of music industry veterans in 2017 bringing an organic, open-air ganja-friendly venue to the city's bumping night life scene. With its ecclectic conscious reggae lean and thatched roof natural cabana styling, the bar quickly became a favorite venue for album launch parties and afrobeat soirées, with regular live entertainment. Elevate Mondays help chase away the early week blues with edibles combined with dancehall; Sankofa Sessions on Tuesday nights feature a rotation of Afrobeat selectors, Dub School Wednesdays serve up heartical roots stalwarts and Throwdown Fridays bring a more varied selection of roots, dancehall and EDM, the latter a strong suit for co-owner Farenheit. A small kitchen out back run by Cheffing Don serves up vegan fare on a couple of picnic tables in the narrow inner courtyard lush with foliage.

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Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

Serengeti Bistro

Serengeti Bistro (Thurs-Fri 6pm-12am) is a restaurant and bar located on the grounds of the Hope Zoo with a stage that hosts regular live music by resident band Indigenous and occasional visiting acts. Kenny Benjamin, Chairman of the Guardsman Hospitality which operates the zoo and a few other tourism attractions across the island, can often be found holding court amongst his friends on Friday evenings. Dining options are limited to a few basic pasta dishes and finger food, but the drinks menu is always satisfying.

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Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo (10am-4pm daily, US$15 adults, US$10 ages 3-11) is located within the grounds of Hope Botanical Gardens along Old Hope Road heading towards Papine. Meandering paths lead from the gate to areas dedicated to birds, large animals, including lions, ostrich and emu, a donkey and zebras and to other sections reserved for smaller animals including primates, snakes and iguanas. A fenced amphibious zone is home to a few American crocodiles.

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Reggae Hostel Kingston

Reggae Hostel (from US$25 per person in a shared room) is a favorite among backpackers for its proximity to Half Way Tree, its afford- ability and the communal vibe where budget travelers meet, hang out, and explore the city. The hostel has private and shared bunk rooms with common kitchen and bath facilities.

 

Reggae Hostel Kingston

Reggae Hostel (from US$25 per person in a shared room) is a favorite among backpackers for its proximity to Half Way Tree, its afford- ability and the communal vibe where budget travelers meet, hang out, and explore the city. The hostel has private and shared bunk rooms with common kitchen and bath facilities.

 

Reggae Hostel Kingston

Reggae Hostel (from US$25 per person in a shared room) is a favorite among backpackers for its proximity to Half Way Tree, its afford- ability and the communal vibe where budget travelers meet, hang out, and explore the city. The hostel has private and shared bunk rooms with common kitchen and bath facilities.

 

Reggae Hostel Kingston

Reggae Hostel (from US$25 per person in a shared room) is a favorite among backpackers for its proximity to Half Way Tree, its afford- ability and the communal vibe where budget travelers meet, hang out, and explore the city. The hostel has private and shared bunk rooms with common kitchen and bath facilities.

 

Reggae Hostel Kingston

Reggae Hostel (from US$25 per person in a shared room) is a favorite among backpackers for its proximity to Half Way Tree, its afford- ability and the communal vibe where budget travelers meet, hang out, and explore the city. The hostel has private and shared bunk rooms with common kitchen and bath facilities.

 

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Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

Couples Sans Souci

Couples Sans Souci (from US$ 502 dbl) is a sprawling gem of the well-managed Couples Resorts Jamaican family-owned all-inclusive group located just across the White River east of Ocho Rios and a five-minute drive west of the Couples Tower Isle sister property. The property has two large beaches, the west-facing one reserved for nudists with a large pool and bar on the lawn. The larger north-facing beach is at the center of the resort. On the western side of the property, the pool and spa sit atop low limestone cliffs in front of room blocks facing the large cove. Seven room categories vary by size and the time since they were last renovated. Some suites have a more modern design, others more classic, but they're all more than comfortable with A/C, stocked mini fridge and ceiling fans. Ensuite bathrooms are large and clean with Gilchrist & Soames toiletries.

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Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

Turtle River Falls & Gardens

Turtle River Falls & Gardens (US$20 adults, US$10 under age 12) is a six-hectare (14-acre) river park with 14 cascades, a walk-in aviary and swimming pool. The optional guided tour lasts an hour and 15 minutes. A snack bar serves drinks. Patrons are permitted to bring their own food. A path alongside the river leads to the largest cascade at the top of the park where there’s a deep pool fit for splashing around and visitors can climb the falls. Turtle River Falls & Gardens is the best river park option in Ochi if you actually want to take a dip and splash around thanks to its large swimming pool.

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Milestone Cottage

Milestone Cottage (US$8,365 weekly, inclusive of F&B, +15% service) is a two-bedroom clifftop villa, the smallest in the collection of Bluefields Seaside Villas. The master has a king-size canopy bed, the second bedroom two twins, both with ensuite bathrooms and A/C. The cozy living room opens to the lawn and pool area overlooking the sea. A short walk along the coast takes guests to the private western corner of Bluefields Beach.

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77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

77 West

77 West (US$130) is a five-unit boutique hotel built on a bluff overlooking a protected cove in Billy's Bay, Treasure Beach. The property is centered around a four-foot-deep pool surrounded by a large sunbathing deck with the rooms perched a few steps higher overlooking the sea. Rooms have minimalist furnishings and decor, with polished concrete floors, ceiling fans and A/C. Louvered windows open on three sides to take advantage of the sea breeze. Classic vinyl album covers and reading lamps hang over the bed head; queen-size foam mattresses and bedsheets are comfortable. A bar and restaurant open to the public serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu that includes crepes, French toast and eggs done any style served with bacon and toast, as well as local fare like ackee and salt fish. For lunch and dinner the menu ranges from chicken sandwiches to curry goat. With a bit of creative effort, the restauant has the potential to make a significant contribution to the limited culinary options in the area. Stairs lead from the parking area over the dunes to the hotel and then from the pool deck down to the beach, where the water is hardly more than waist deep inside the protective reef. A break in the reef allows access to the open sea for unencumbered swimming and snorkeling. As is the case generally in Treasure Beach, rip currents can be dangerous and it's always best to swim accompanied.

Shamara

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Zimbali Retreat

Zimbali's Culinary Retreat (from US$450 dbl, all inclusive) offers visitors a comfortable way to experience the most idyllic life imaginable as a Rasta living in the hills of Westmoreland. The boutique property operates as an all-inclusive, integrated tour operator providing all food and transport for one-, three-, four-, five- and seven-night packages. The five double occupancy suites and a larger two-bedroom cottage that sleeps four are comfortably decorated with local wood and wicker furniture. Rooms have private bathrooms, balconies, A/C, standing fans and ceiling fans and coffee maker. A highlight of the experience is the food, much of it farmed onsite, prepared in front of guests as a farm-to-table cooking demonstration as Zimbali's Mountain Cooking Studio. Though the specialty is ital (vegan) fare, the kitchen also prepares fish and chicken dishes. Drumming and dancing are part of the culinary and farm tour experience on Wednesdays and Fridays.

 

Mike 305 471 7926

Oceans on the Ridge

Ocean on the Ridge (Mon-Sat 9am-2am, Sunday 9am-11:00pm, US$8-30) sits on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios just outside the old Shaw Park Hotel and Gardens boasting a panoramic view of Ocho Rios, the bay and Caribbean sea beyond. A large open-air deck has seating for 100 at tables and around the bar. Sandwiches, burgers and dogs, wraps and Jamaican seafood and meat dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, steam fish and escoveitch lobster.

Oceans on the Ridge

Ocean on the Ridge (Mon-Sat 9am-2am, Sunday 9am-11:00pm, US$8-30) sits on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios just outside the old Shaw Park Hotel and Gardens boasting a panoramic view of Ocho Rios, the bay and Caribbean sea beyond. A large open-air deck has seating for 100 at tables and around the bar. Sandwiches, burgers and dogs, wraps and Jamaican seafood and meat dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, steam fish and escoveitch lobster.

Oceans on the Ridge

Ocean on the Ridge (Mon-Sat 9am-2am, Sunday 9am-11:00pm, US$8-30) sits on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios just outside the old Shaw Park Hotel and Gardens boasting a panoramic view of Ocho Rios, the bay and Caribbean sea beyond. A large open-air deck has seating for 100 at tables and around the bar. Sandwiches, burgers and dogs, wraps and Jamaican seafood and meat dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, steam fish and escoveitch lobster.

Oceans on the Ridge

Ocean on the Ridge (Mon-Sat 9am-2am, Sunday 9am-11:00pm, US$8-30) sits on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios just outside the old Shaw Park Hotel and Gardens boasting a panoramic view of Ocho Rios, the bay and Caribbean sea beyond. A large open-air deck has seating for 100 at tables and around the bar. Sandwiches, burgers and dogs, wraps and Jamaican seafood and meat dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, steam fish and escoveitch lobster.

Oceans on the Ridge

Ocean on the Ridge (Mon-Sat 9am-2am, Sunday 9am-11:00pm, US$8-30) sits on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios just outside the old Shaw Park Hotel and Gardens boasting a panoramic view of Ocho Rios, the bay and Caribbean sea beyond. A large open-air deck has seating for 100 at tables and around the bar. Sandwiches, burgers and dogs, wraps and Jamaican seafood and meat dishes like curry goat, jerk chicken, steam fish and escoveitch lobster.

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Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Pallet

Pallet is a welcome recent addition to Kingston's maturing restaurant scene that serves properly prepared food in a relaxing, informal setting. Conceived around a triple entendre where live art and music meet scrumptious comfort food and repurposed freight pallets serve as furnishings and decor, the restaurant, bar and music venue is the brainchild of celebrated young chef Shea Stewart and business partner Ricardo Barrett. The menu includes fish tacos, served in hard shells with a tangy cabbage pickle and queso fresco drizzled on top.

Courtney Williams mgr +1 876 838 6381 / Devon Campbell (owner)

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge

8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge (Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am, Fri/Sat 5pm-4am, admission free weekdays, US$5 on weekends) is a modern club with an outdoor deck / hookah lounge located on the top floor of Bheecham Plaza overlooking Main Street Ocho Rios. Ladies night on Tuesdays features free shots and specials all night, with R&B on Wednesdays and Dancehall on Thursdays. Glo Fridays has patrons dancing with glow sticks and international night on Saturdays features in-house and guest DJs spinning a mix of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. Back-to-back Sundays goes retro with dancehall from the 1980s to the turn of the millenium. Food from the bar menu is served 5pm-midnight and until 2am on weekends. A hookah with tobacco and coal runs US$20.

 

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Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

Steakhouse on the Bay

Steakhouse on the Bay (10am-10pm daily, US$6-25) serves the best steak in Jamaica's second city with al fresco seating on the waterfront just a few feet from the boat dock. The kitchen expertly prepares a range of items in addition to the signature flank steak, from burgers, sandwiches and salads to entrées like lobster and shrimp thermidor, snapper, lamb chops, seafood pasta, coconut curry chicken and zucchini pasta. A popular buffet dinner (US$14) with a rotating menu is served on Fridays. Owned by Marilyn Burrowes, whose family runs Jamaica's premiere gourmet abbatoir, The Meat Experts, Steakhouse on the Bay has an equally good sister location, Steak House on the Verandah, at Devon House in Kingston.

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Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Skylark Negril Beach Resort

Skylark Negril Beach Resort (from US$95/175 Low/High) is a modern, minimalist 28-room boutique hotel that wouldn't be out of place on Miami Beach, though it clearly draws creative inspiration from a deep appreciation of Jamaica and its singular culture and musical heritage. The beach club vibe begins in the airy lobby where leafy wallpaper and bamboo ceiling panels add organic elements that warm the white washed walls adorned with classic Jamaica posters. Rooms feature contemporary four-poster beds, simple desks, effective blackout curtains and a cork board in place of a TV. The bathrooms are make any Manhattanite feel right at home, with subway tiled walls and pre-war style sinks like the ones you might find in a Harlem walk-up. High pressure shower heads deliver hot water in seconds and Starfish toiletries produced in Jamaica help wash off the salt and sand. All rooms have A/C, stocked mini-fridge and snack basket, with consumption tallied at check-out. The restaurant and bar beach side feature creative renditions of local favorites, like jerk pork hash with eggs any style, as well as traditional Jamaican fare and continental comforts like coconut topped pancakes. An outpost of the popular New York Jamaican eatery Miss Lillies opened next to the beachfront bar in late 2018.

Myrna

Hopeton Marshall - Association President, Lorna Barracks Secretary

Cardiff Hall Property Owners Association (CHPOA)

The Cardiff Hall Property Owners Association (CHPOA) has a small, well-maintained beach park (9am-sunset, admission US$5) adjacent to Jewel Runaway Bay that sees few visitors and tends to be quieter than the more popular and free Flavours Beach. The beach has sea grape trees for shade and a few round stone tables suitable for a picnic. There's a bar and kitchen that can be used for functions. The property is available for private functions (US$10/person, plus US$50 for sanitation worker). Male and female restrooms are available.

Cardiff Hall Property Owners Association (CHPOA)

The Cardiff Hall Property Owners Association (CHPOA) has a small, well-maintained beach park (9am-sunset, admission US$5) adjacent to Jewel Runaway Bay that sees few visitors and tends to be quieter than the more popular and free Flavours Beach. The beach has sea grape trees for shade and a few round stone tables suitable for a picnic. There's a bar and kitchen that can be used for functions. The property is available for private functions (US$10/person, plus US$50 for sanitation worker). Male and female restrooms are available.

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Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

Foreplay

Foreplay is a seminal annual party produced by Jamaica's longstanding champions of all-inclusive fetes, Frenchmen. Held each year in mid-October at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios, the party mixes premium spirits, satisfying food options and world-class selectors. The waterfront venue sits on a stretch of golden sand met by turqouise waters a few minutes' drive west of Ochi. Foreplay is held from 2pm to 10pm on Sunday of the long Heroes Weekend as the final event in the Frenchmen Weekend series that also includes an early morning party, Rise Up (5am-11am) and then Nightcap (9pm-2am) on Saturday.

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Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

Seaside Dutchie

Seaside Dutchie (11a.m.-11p.m. daily, US$3-20) opened 10 October 2017 in an unassuming seaside lot adjacent to Fantasy Beach Club at Priory Beach. Husband-and-wife team Mark Cole and Taydeen Oliver created an extensive menu that adds flair to Jamaican favorites like steamed fish and red pea soup, all served in traditional aluminum Dutch pots. Starters range from conch fritters to wings, ackee and saltfish spring rolls, tostones and escoveitch or blackened sprat. Soups also include goat head, pumpkin and the "Swim Around" with fish, corn salsa and veggies. Whole fish is filleted and prepared steamed or fried, the head-to-tail deep fried and plated in swimming position. Other menu items include vegetarian pasta, dubbed Haile Selassie I, curried goat and fried chicken. Burgers, pork sandwiches and grilled cheese are among the items from Dutchie's "Sub Bar". A raised wooden deck overlooks the beach and a cozy indoor dining room provides cover when needed. A covered circular bar between the seating area and kitchen has ample seating. Patrons are welcome to make use of the beach, which is well maintained and fit for swimming with gentle lapping waves on calm days.

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Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Miss T's Kitchen

Miss T's Kitchen (US$8-36) offers scrumptious homestyle Jamaican food in the heart of Ocho Rios. Located on an unassuming lane opposite Ochi's open-air market, restauranteur Anna Kay Tomlinson, affectionaly known as Miss T, created a cozy ambiance that pays homage to the typical Jamaican zinc roofed board house and singular stylings of the island. Colorful paintings, vintage Marley photos, hanging gourd and wicker lamps and musical instruments adorn the walls. Starters include tasty innovations on Jamaican classics like stamp-and-go (saltfish fritters) spiced up with fresh herbs and served with a Thai chili sauce, crab backs paired with fruit salsa and oxtail sliders served on mini cocoa bread, as well as curried ackee served on fried bammy with fruit chutney, dubbed "Jah Know". For a spicy take on ceviche, try the "Pick-up Saltfish", pickled in vinegar with onion and Scotch bonnet pepper and served with water crackers. Main courses from "Unda the Sea" include lobster, shrimp, sliced and whole fish, served steamed, in garlic sauce, brown stew or coconut rundown. The creamy coconut curry lobster served in the shell with sides of rice and peas and steamed veggies is guaranteed to satisfy. "Yardie Favorites" like bar-b-fried chicken or trout, curried goat and jerk chicken are topped only by the signature house dish, Miss T's Famous Oxtail; the mouthwatering meat is simmered with butter beans, spinners and carrot falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. For vegetarians, there's Chickpea Stack, curried in coconut milk with ripe plantain, "Vegetable Rundown", with pumpkin, greens and plaintain simmered in coconut sauce, or Veggie Balls. On the lighter side, there are also burgers and wraps. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed limeade or a cold Red Stripe and you'll be ready for dessert.

Ignacio

Could you please confirm availability for: Check in on Jan 21 - Check out on Jan 24, 2019. Many thanks in advance and kind regards, Ignacio B.

Candice

Birthday weekend

Tiffany

Please call me to discuss details, etc. Thanks much

Shamesha

Andria

Gianna

Siobhan

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Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is an airy retreat in Greenwich, the mountain hideaway enclave of Kingston's most fortunate, located just above Newcastle and a short hike from Holywell National Park and Catherine's Peak. The home sits at the center of expansive gardens boasting spectacular views of Kingston and the surrounding plains. An attentive staff and flexible rates (USD 500 for up to six guests in three bedrooms, USD 700 for up to 10 in five) make Stepping Stones one of the best options for comfort and relaxation on this side of the Blue Mountains. 

Lisa

Hi does the rate include a housekeeper to prepare meals or is that an additional cost.

michael

room with a/c, private bath and balcony

Danielle

Wendell

Room with a view

Chevelle

It a work trip with a 28 person

Chevelle

It a work trip with a 28 person

Chevelle

It a work trip with a 28 person

Richard

Carlos

What is cost for a full body massage?

Zoe

Hi I"m looking to come to the blue mountains from Kingston on August 2 after a tour finishes. Do you have any accommodation for 1 on this night?

Amal

Myself and my husband and my teen child would love to stay in ur place. Plz let me know 1510 3751894

Amal

Myself and my husband and my teen child would love to stay in ur place. Plz let me know 1510 3751894

Heather

Treavion

Robinson

Bradleigh

Bradleigh

Robert

Could I book for an all-inclusive package

Marleen

Joe

Nicholas

Corentin

I have a client who looks for renting a Lagoon 52 in Jamaica from the 24/11 to the 04/12. Do you have this boat available or a similar one for this period ? Thank you, Best regards

marta

Nicola

Please let me know if you have any rooms available for these dates. If not do you have room available 5-7th June.

Avis

Clark

Is is available for the above dates?

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Te Moana

Te Moana (from US$105) is a lovely seaside cottage conveniently located somewhere in Ocho Rios....

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Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Colonel's Cottage at Belcour Lodge

Colonel's Cottage (US$150) at Belcour Lodge is the perfect getaway located in the cool Blue Mountain foothills just 10 minutes' drive from the Kingston city limits. The cottage sleeps two in a queen bed and is surrounded by lush, verdant splendor with two verandas fit for breathing deeply and relaxing to the sound of the gurgling Mammee River below. It's located a stone's throw from the old great house of Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a cottage industry producer of jams, pepper sauces and honey. Breakfast is included, other meals can be prepared to order, straight out of Robin Lim Lumsden's Belcour Cookbook. Meals are served in the garden gazebo below or in the cottage itself, as guests prefer. Wifi is also included. For those looking for a rural setting, great food, fresh air and a cool river fit for a refreshing dip within easy reach of Kingston, Colonel's Cottage is a great option.

Phillip

Jonelle

Is this property on the beach?

MARCIA

HI THERE~IS YOUR resort spa ready for me to check in on tomorrow? i would prefer scheduling myself right away. If there are no objections, please have my arrival in mind. ~MARcIA~

MARCIA

HI THERE~IS YOUR resort spa ready for me to check in on tomorrow? i would prefer scheduling myself right away. If there are no objections, please have my arrival in mind. ~MARcIA~

MARCIA

HI THERE~IS YOUR resort spa ready for me to check in on tomorrow? i would prefer scheduling myself right away. If there are no objections, please have my arrival in mind. ~MARcIA~

David

Rafael

Lucayo

Greetings, I am a junior at Dartmouth college and I am developing a research project on Maroon history. I would like to experience the eco-lodge and engage with Maroon people and knowledge. I will be attending the Charles Town Maroon conference. I am looking to get a room at the cabins site after the conference. The dates that I set may have to change but that is the general period of time that I would like to stay at the cabins. Bless and all the best. Lucayo

Saffrey

Rafael

Rafael

Rafael

Rafael

Keisha

Keisha

Rafael

Kemarly

Rimma

Good day, It has been quite a while since we booked with you. I have a request from a returning client to your place, who called me today to book, but I need to check the availability and the rates, please for 2 people - Aug. 18 - 21 ( 3 nights) Pleas let me know the rates and if it is still the same commission of 20% for us , tour operators Thanks in advance for your reply Rimma Sunny Villa Holidays

James

March 29h there will be 2 couples, and then on march 30, there will be 3 couples

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Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival

The Ministry of Tourism, in partnership with The Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture & Fisheries has organized the inaugural Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival to promote the Jamaica Blue Mountain Culinary Trail, where a string of family farms and cottage industries dot the cool hills surrounding the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, designated a UNESCO world heritage zone for its history and natural wonders. The festival features delectable vittles of the region as well as the singular Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee and of, reggae music.

chaze

we want to spend the valentines day in one of your small cabins is this possible?

Charlie

Charlie

Charlie

Charlie

Steve

jeamel

My spouse birthday is the 4th of February.. i am requesting birthday summi for her

Richard

non smoking

Richard

non smoking

Richard

non smoking

Rosemarie

Stephanie

Pit fire

Stephanie

Pit fire

Stephanie

Pit fire

Crystal

Crystal

Crystal

Derron

Does the restaurant serve vegetarian meals?

Claudia

We are six people and we would like to spend one night in Portland Gap this weekend. Is it 27$ for all or per person? Thank you C Danner

Tomas

Danny

I am looking for a one-bedroom cabin. Thanks!

Sean

Kimberly

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IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

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IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites Hotel

Josch

Josch

Peter

Alayia

I'm requesting an early check in of 8:30 am on DEC 29 and a early check out.

Alayia

I'm requesting an early check in of 8:30 am on DEC 29 and a early check out.

Claire

Hello! Just wanted to see if you had any availability for one guest (me) staying two nights, from 24-26 December at Mahoe villa and guesthouse. If you could give me a quote over email that would be great! Thanks, Claire

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The Gardens

Nicola

Interested in getting rates for sailing lessons

Connor

Just looking to learn how to sail for a few day. I'll be a solo traveler.

Brittny

Nicole

Dates are open

Samantha

Micheal

Oddney

Manicure and pedicure

Mikhail

Ralf

Dear Michael, Our first choice would be the Gong room if it is available for the requested dates. Second and third choice are the rooms Roost or View. We would appreciate to have breakfast and dinner at your stay. Please let us know availability and prices. Thank you and looking forward to visit you soon. Kind regards, Liselotte and Ralf

Alicia

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joshue

what time is cheching

Anita

Anita

Stacy-Ann

Toniann

Julian

Jon

First Time Visitor. Interested in baths and private massage in spa.

Debra

cecile

Hello we are 2 French couples, looking for a nice villa in Treasure beach We saw reference to Kouros villa in the Lonely Planet thanks Cecile

BEVERLEY

3 females 3 beds No ground floor please

Gay-Marcine

Pernille

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Coquina

Coquina is a three-bedroom beachfront villa on Great Pedro Bay, the eastern most of a string of coves together known as Treasure Beach. Coquina is set back from the water, separated from the beach by a sloping lawn and Blue Marlin, a four-bedroom sister villa that can be rented together for larger groups. The villas are situated on a 2.5-acre property with lovely gardens and a gazebo at the edge of the sand. The beach on Great Bay is well protected from wind and currents by Great Pedro Bluff, making it one of the best for swimming on the South Coast. Coquina rents for US$370 per night in the low season, US$445 in the high season, or US$2,590/3,115 weekly low/high. Amenities include Wi-Fi and AC in all the bedrooms and attentive staff who prepare excellent meals.

 

 

Den

Would like to rent entire area for privite party

BRANDE

Narda

Preferably 2 queen beds

Yassine

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Polkerris B&B

Polkerris Bed & Breakfast (from US$134) has a total of 10 rooms in two villas on opposite sides of the road. Rooms have a king, queen, or two doubles, all with en suite baths, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Hidden on a quiet residential street, the villas seem far from the bustle of the Hip Strip but are only a five-minute walk away, striking the perfect balance of seclusion and proximity.

Moya

Lisa

A group of 12 persons would like to visit your resort

Natalie

Orayne

Just for the one day and one night for the room, 2 adults

Julie

We would love to have an air conditioner in our room. Also, is it possible to get a small refrigerator in our room? Thank you so much, and we are excited to visit your country! Douglas and Julie Morrison

Tarek

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Chillin'

Chillin’ (US$310-560 low season, US$352-600 high season) at Old Fort Bay is a 12-unit townhouse complex near the beach in Old Fort Bay set on a 0.6-hectare (1.5-acre) property with a pool and a whirlpool. Units have two or four bedrooms each. A housekeeper is assigned to each unit, all of which have cable, Wi-Fi, stereos, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, full kitchens, and balconies.

Andria

Robert

Robert

Amelia

Leyla

Tiffany

kai

Aneika

Do you offer transportation

Reneasha

1 whirlpool tub @ 1:30 pm

Mike

I heard there was road damage recently -- is Ambassabeth reopen now? I'd like to arrange for some hikes and to look for the giant swallowtail. Thanks, Mike

Dana

Need pricing for rooms I am a Jamaican Resident. Thank you

Rachel

Karen Sangster

Cannon Cottage

Cannon Cottage (minimum 3 nights low season, 4 nights high season, 2 bedrooms US$250 low sea- son, US$300 high season, 3 bedrooms US$300 low season, US$360 high season) is a charming three-bedroom located at

the top of the flight of stairs leading down to Silver Sands’ fine white sand beach in a gated community. The villa has a house- keeper, a cook, and a gardener to do the shopping, cooking, and cleaning. A court- yard has a jetted tub that fits six with a little waterfall and outdoor furniture for dining amid lush foliage. Two rooms have kings, one with an additional single, and the third has a queen. The screened rooms have air-conditioning and ceiling fans, and flat-screen TVs get local cable. A stay of a week or more includes round-trip airport transfers. Cannon Cottage is owned and op- erated by the widow of Ian Sangster, who created Sangster’s Rum Cream, Jamaica’s equivalent to Bailey’s

 

David Thomas

Jenness

Joao

Joao

Joao

Joao

Joao

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Carol

Oliver

This is a test. Please quote me for USD 10 for the night. Thx!

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1490174391

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Shantavia

dick dickinson

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Tmrw Tday

Culture fest, wellness retreat and irie vibes in the Capital of Casual. The week-long event in Negril showcases some of Jamaica's top contemporary roots artists and selectors spinning reggae and house. Big names on the ticket include Chris Blackwell, Protoje, Yardcore, Gabre Selassie, Nick Monaco, David Marston and Toddla T. 7-day pass: USD 299 / USD 449 VIP.

Tmrw Tday

Culture fest, wellness retreat and irie vibes in the Capital of Casual. The week-long event in Negril showcases some of Jamaica's top contemporary roots artists and selectors spinning reggae and house. Big names on the ticket include Chris Blackwell, Protoje, Yardcore, Gabre Selassie, Nick Monaco, David Marston and Toddla T. 7-day pass: USD 299 / USD 449 VIP.

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Khorean

Khorean

Davetta

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New Rules

With a line-up rivaling dancehall night at Reggae Sumfest, New Rules inspires the most dedicated fans to "bleach" till daylight. 

Young

Margaret

Margaret

Shellian

Lorna

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Footloose Fashion over Style

Jade

One32 Guest House

One32 Guest House (US$70-200 dbl.) is located along a busy thoroughfare through the neighborhood of Barbican, 10 minutes by foot to Barbican Centre. The cozy property has two one-bedroom units and two two-bedroom units, sleeping a maximum of 12. Each unit is well appointed with AC and fans and kitchenettes. A patio/common area has a Jacuzzi and wading pool as well as comfortable lounge furniture and a TV. Route taxis ply Barbican Road outside the gate with all the conveniences and amenities of uptown Kingston within easy reach.

 

 

Kemberley

Last year while visiting Jamaica again, we visited this rural community to see "The Real" Jamaica. We met a few locals and spent the day with them. Nicest people we ever met. A nice gentleman in the community told us about this house and we would like to inquire about staying here for one night instead of being at our resort the whole time. We like to split it up a little. The last time we visited Jamaica stayed a night at the Rock House Hotel. Most amazing sunset we ever saw. We loved the privacy it gave us but we feel this place would not only give us the privacy but also the feeling of being in the thick of all the beauty Jamaica has to offer. I look forward to hearing from you. Kemberley Perkins

Anna-kay

Moisha

A very romance setting.

Bath Fountain Hotel & Spa

dainah

It is my mother's birthday and I would love it if she could be pampered and have an experience she will never forget.

dainah

It is my mother's birthday and I would love it if she could be pampered and have an experience she will never forget.

Shaneil

Nicolas

We are two friends and we would like to have a room with two beds. Thank you

Shantal

Shantal

Zoltan

I am a backpacker, i need only a dorm bed. Your guesthouse would be a Good starting Point to YS Falls and Appleton Rum estate. Thanks, Zoltan Palóczi

Chantal

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

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Angel Soria & Alpha Boys

Spanish saxophonist Angel Soria jams with four Alpha Boys at Constant Spring Golf Course. Free admission. Donations benefit Alpha Institute. Event hosted by The Spanish-Jamaican Foundation and the Embassy of Spain.

Trevor

Request is for 2 superior room (balcony) preferably on the upper floors

Shavel

Would like to get a single room for one,if possible serve wine n get massage.

dan

Babs

We will basically need 10-12 beds, no specific room request. I would also like to request the main lounge room for the night of December 31st. I was wondering if some of my friends and I could come on December 30th to decorate the main room with New Years decorations. We will be bringing our own food, so we will need to reserve the kitchen for one day. Thanks Baaarbara!! Babs

Nino

Alessandra

Helga

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Jodie

Hi, I am looking for a place to stay in the Port Antonio area with my husband. We have 1 week in Jamaica and want a true Jamaican vacation (no all inclusive hotels). Please let us know if you have availability and the cost of a room. We are thinking of renting a car in Kingston to drive to Port Antonio and then have freedom to travel around the area. Do you recommend this? Thanks

Claudine

Jacqueline

Can I include menu and have food purchased by staff?

Meisha

Donna

Stevie Ann

Ananda

Would like the private bath for $50us

Ananda

Would like the private bath for $50us

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Robert Polack

Utopia Azure Beach

Utopia Azure Beach is a premium all-inclusive party held at Hamony Cove, Trelawny on the Saturday of Emancipation Weekend, 2-10pm.

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SPF Weekend

SPF Weekend is one of Jamaica's most highly anticipated party series held on Emancipation Weekend at a few premiere venues in Ocho Rios, starting on Friday 29 July 11pm-6am at The Beach at Dunn's River Falls. Soiée follows at Pearly Beach on Sunday 31 July noon-8pm.

nicky123@yahoo.com

Coleen

Boston, Home of the Jerk

Boston is home of jerk, and jerk purveyors across Jamaica know it. The community is located 10km east of the town of Port Antonio, its main features beach its sandy beach suitable for surfing in the horseshoe-shaped bay, and a ramshackle array of jerk pits abutting one another on the lane leading down to Great Huts, a rustic clifftop hotel.

Joe

I want a non-smoking room.

Grzegorz

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Marine Life Divers

Marine Life Divers is a dependable dive shop offering certification courses and equipment rental for PADI-certified divers. The one-dive discover scuba intro course costs US$80; PADI certified divers with their own equipment can rent full tanks (US$42 one dive, from shore - 9am-10:30am, US$85 for two by boat 9am-1:30pm) or tanks and equipment (US$50/100). Transport is included from all Negril accommodations.

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Caribbean Fashion Week

Jamaica's contribution has been central to a bourgeoning Caribbean fashion industry. Pulse Investments, started holding Caribbean Fashion Week (CFW) in 2001, now a wildly successful annual event described by British Vogue as one of the most important fashion trends on the planet. Held during the first half of June, the week is filled with fashion shows, parties, and some of the world's most striking women clad in creative attire designed by a young cadre of imaginative talent. It's definitely one of the best times of year to be in Kingston.

Pulse Entertainment has found great success in supporting an ever-swelling corps of young model hopefuls, mostly from Jamaica, and giving them a chance on the world stage. Some of the most successful have been featured in the world's foremost magazines, like Sports Illustrated and Esquire (Carla Campbell), Vogue (Nadine Willis and Jaunel McKenzie), and Cosmopolitan (Sunna Gottshalk). At the same time, CFW has provided a forum for established Caribbean designers like Uzuri, Mutamba, and Biggy. Bob's daughter Cedella Marley never fails to create a splash with her proud and tasteful Catch a Fire line.

CFW events are held at numerous venues around the capital, centered Pulse's Villa Ronai in Kingston's uptown suburb of Stony Hill. Fashion Week attendees descend on Kingston amid a tangible buzz created by an invasion of models, fashion media, and increasingly, designers from the United States and Europe coming to catch a glimpse of the latest unabashed creation with the potential to spur a trend reaching far beyond Jamaica.

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Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages

Blue Ridge Restaurant & Cottages offers three cottages on a bed & breakfast basis. Dragonfly Cottage (USD 110) sleeps two on a full size bed, with private bathroom and balcony. Peacock Cottage (US$145) sleeps two with a king bed and private bath with hot water and a private balcony.Butterfly Cottage (US$160) sleeps four with a king bed and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. It too has a private bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Soap, shampoo and moisturizer are provided. The cottages are perched on a steep hillside below the restaurant deck surrounded by coffee and fruit trees. The balconies of each cottage face northwest towards the southern slopes of the Blue Mountain range. Blue Mountain Peak is visible from the restaurant.

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Prince Valley Guest House

Prince Valley Guesthouse (US$35-40 per person night) is located on a small coffee farm in Middleton Settlement in the Blue Mountains. The property is managed by Bobby Williams and has five guest rooms, each with its own bathroom. Linens and towels are provided. A basic breakfast of coffee and toast is included. Dinner is available at US$12 per person. A common room has a refrigerator, books, couch, work table and Wi-Fi.  The lodging is ideal for backpackers. Bobby offers pickups from from the airport (US$100) or Kingston (US$60), or you can take a route taxi from Papine for about US$3. To get there, take the first right after Mount Edge Guesthouse at Bubbles Bar, followed by your first right, and then a left after crossing a little ramp.

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Jamaica Beer Festival

Jamaica Beer Festival (free) is the event of the year for beer and music lovers, with Heineken showcasing the more exotic brews from its international portfolio to complement its Jamaican gem, Red Stripe. In 2015 Bugle headlined following a solid performance by Jesse Royal. In 2016, "Energy God" Elephant Man will perform along with Busy Signal, Christopher Martin and Ding Dong.

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Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

Pimento Lodge Hideaway

Pimento Lodge Hideaway Resort (US$155) has three room categories, deluxe, superior and junior suite. Four-poster king and bamboo frame beds, louvered windows and breezy verandas make Pimento lodge a comfortable retreat. Lloyd Edwards returned from an engineering career in England to launch Pimento Lodge in 2012. Guests and non-guests must make reservations to dine at the property.

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Courtyard by Marriott

Courtyard by Marriott (from US$219) is a 130-room property catering to business travelers that opened in early 2016. Guest rooms have king or a pair of queen beds, desks, flat-panel TVs, AC and Wi-Fi. The pool deck and bar are located on the second floor overlooking the park. Meeting rooms, a large open format lounge and dining area and its central location make the Courtyard an easy sell.

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Please provide a quote for two single occupancy rooms please.

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Please send me a quote for three nights, two single occupancy rooms. Thanks.

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We'd like two rooms nearby to each other please.

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Negril Beach Villa

Negril Beach Villa (US$1071.50 nightly, min. three nights) is a secluded three-bedroom villa with a private pool on 1.5 acres and 400-feet of beachfront facing Bloody Bay. Rooms have king beds, A/C and private bathrooms. The rental includes full staff and Internet.

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Chill Spot @ Banyan

Chill Spot @ Banyan (US$5-15) is a foodie hot spot for take-out or chill-out and lyme held the first Saturday of each month. The menu features the Indian-leaning culinary concoctions of Banyan Catering founder Simone Grant, who runs her business from the same location.

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Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

Wharf House

Wharf House (from US$170 nightly per room or US$640 for an exclusive rental with up to eight guests, add US$40 per day for cook and 15% gratuity on total, breakfast included) is an impeccable 300-plus-year-old collection of stone hewn buildings facing Bogue Lagoon, a protected marine sanctuary. Gun slits in the 18-inchs walls were once used to protect the sugar and rum warehoused on site. The property has been remodeled into a rustic luxury accommodation fit for modern day barons with TV, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout. Bedrooms have AC and common areas have plush, inviting furniture and delightful artwork everywhere you look. Meals can be enjoyed on the large deck overhanging the water or in the formal dining room inside. The master suite in the main house has a king bed and shares a bathroom with a second bedroom with two single beds, ideal for families. Two outlying buildings accommodate two guests with a king bed in each, the room overhanging the lagoon fit for honeymooners. A tiled pool is set back from the lawn and pebbly beach. The villa owners are happy to pre-stock food for the first few days after which guests are responsible for doing their own shopping; the staff are happy to accompany and assist.

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Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

Weddy Weddy Wednesday

Weddy Weddy Wednesday is one of Kingston's most popular street dances held at the headquarters of Stone Love, the country's leading sound system.

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Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

Nanook

Nanook is a bar and performance space geared towards creativity that promotes up-and-coming artists as part of its mission to help Caribbean people find a livelihood through art. Live music performances, spoken word and live art are regular features.

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Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

Zest Restaurant

Zest Restaurant (7am-10pm daily), located at The Cliff, is a welcome addition to Negril's food scene, showcasing the creative hand of internationally acclaimed executive chef Cindy Hutson. Try singular starters like the shrimp ceviche with fried plantain and bean dip or mains like sauteed snapper with a side of cashew and jackfruit spiced rice. The dining area is split between a chic interior and clifftop al fresco, with crashing waves as a soundtrack. Reservations are required for guests not staying on property.

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The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

The Cliff

The Cliff (USD 325/500 d low/high) is a secluded upscale boutique hotel and villa complex just past Negril's lighthouse. The 33 spacious rooms, 22 located in a hotel block and the balance in villas, wrap around a large open garden peppered with palm trees and criss-crossed by an enormous multi-level swimming pool and meadering paths. Zest Restaurant, the dining option on property, caters to in-house guests and visitors (by reservation), with some of the most inspiring meals in Negril and indoor and al fresco seating areas. It sits atop the limestone cliffs facing the sea, while a bar is located just below. Rooms at The Cliff are well appointed with cushy sofas inside and simple wicker furniture on the balconies. Soft tones create a relaxing ambiance and alluring pastel paintings hang from the walls, encouraging romance. Soft cotton linens, firm mattresses and flufly pillows ensure peaceful rest in four-poster mahogany beds. Showers have rainwater shower heads and hand made in Jamaica soaps infused with essential oils are invigorating. For those needing to stay connected, the WiFi signal is strong and the bedrooms have flat-panel TVs. A mini fridge is found in all the rooms, along wth A/C and water decanters.

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Harmony lives here…the house keeps you in touch with the surrounding elements in such subtle ways that you wonder why you feel so good . A spacious verandah waits to accommodate your drifting moods and a large green cushion of a lawn extends down to your own private beach cove. Here, you can decide whether to launch off in to the crystal blue seas using the kayaks perched by your side, or just melt gently into the warm Caribbean sea.

You may travel to the market with your cook into Browns Town or Discovery Bay for a “local experience”, otherwise send Kurlene off in $20 taxi as you relax at the villa. Walk out onto your own private beach, meet the fisherman coming in from their catch, and see what they have to offer. Fresh fish, lobster and conch can often be had from the passing fishermen depending on the season.

The staff are the soul of any villa. It is often your villa staff, with their lively humour and willing ways that you remember most fondly about your entire villa experience.

Your butler is Robbie, who discretely appears at the right moment with your drink in the evening and resurfaces in the early morning tending to your garden in an entirely different role.

Your house keeper, Laura Lee , always has a ready smile during any part of her lovingly attentive work keeping up with your family holiday.

Blossom, your assistant housekeeper, whom you are not sure if she is really there until you ask for her, them she appears before you know it.

Kurline – the house manager.
Nothing passes Kurline unnoticed. She has a keen eye on everything that will keep your holiday running seamlessly.
She operates quietly from the kitchen , but is firmly in charge as she defines the next flavour you are about to experience.

Kurlene will negotiate the best price for you.

This 6 Bedroom Villa can be rented as a 3 Bedroom Villa also. (There are 3 Bedrooms in the Main House and 3 separate Bedrooms in an adjoining Cottage that relies on the amenities of the Main House.)

US$700 – Charge per Cottage Bedroom weekly is added to the main house rental. The rates are listed below.

Please take note of the following seasons.

Jamaica Summer Season:
April 16, 2016 to December 15, 2016

Jamaica Winter Season:

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Regency Bar & Lounge

Regency Bar & Lounge (Mon-Thurs 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Sun 11 a.m.-12 a.m.) is one the most Uptown popular bars in Kingston, catering to guests of the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel and well-heeled locals alike. It's also one of the most expensive watering holes in town, but the scruptious appetizers are well worth the cost. Try the duck pisaladiere The over-the-top posh interior reminiscent of a victorian noble's lair is complemented with more modest furnishings in the open air courtyard surrounded by tropical foliage.

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Pepperseed

Pepperseed -- Best of the 90s -- is a weekly jam session held at Pulse8 featuring selectors and guest deejays.

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MVP Fridays

MVP Fridays (free) is a popular event held at Pulse8 that features some of Jamaica's best talent, from roots reggae artists to dancehall. There are many Fridays when no concert is scheduled, though it's ostensibly held weekly. Performances typically start on the later side and are supposed to finish by 2 a.m., but artists have been known to begin and end much later into the morning hours and it's not uncommon for captivated crowds to remain past 4 a.m. Toots, Aidonia, Bugle, Sizzla and Bounty Killa are just a few of the greats who've graced the MVP Fridays stage.

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All Star Thursdays

All Star Thursdays is a proper street dance held in the heart of Olympic Gardens.

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Karaoke Night

Karaoke Night (free) at Susie's

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The Jam

The Jam (free) is a live music improvisational jam session held each Thursday evening at the Constant Spring Golf Club.

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Uptown Mondays

Uptown Mondays is a longstanding street dance that brings an enthusiastic "Downtown" crowd Uptown to Savannah Plaza in the heart of Half-Way-Tree.

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Mojito Mondays

Mojitos Mondays (USD 4) is staged in the parking lot outside Susie's each Monday evening (8 p.m.-2 a.m.) for one of Uptown Kingston's most popular street dances, complete with a food truck and pop-up bar.

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Longboarder Bar & Grill

Longboarder Bar & Grill (Tues-Thur 12-8, Fri-Sun 12-9, USD 8-25) serves fresh snapper, lobster and burgers beachfront on a quiet surfing beach in Roselle, St. Thomas between White Horses and Morant Bay. The restaurant was opened in early November, 2015 by Peter Silvera, a longtime surfer who'd been thrashing the waves at this spot for years and created the venue to share his little piece of paradise with likeminded souls over fresh seafood and beer.

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Oliver

this is just a test to see if I and you receive the inquiry.

Oliver

this is just a test. please claim your listing and register for an account so you can receive booking requests in the future. best, Oliver

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Hill

this is just a test. please claim this listing so you can confirm availability in the future when guests make an inquiry.

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Sara

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Elmar

We need a cabin for 2 honeymooners and like to walk the Cunha Cunha Pass Heritage Trail, see Waterfalls with a guide. Awaiting your response, Elmar

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Cavanor Auto Rentals

Cavanor Auto Rental has a fleet comprised of compact and medium-size Suzuki, Toyota and Nissan sedans, as well as Toyota Noah vans, Prado SUVs and Suzuki Vitara compact SUVs. Rates are competitive starting at USD 262.50 weekly before tax and insurance, USD 446 with full coverage and tax for the entry level compacts.

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i want a view - sorry woodside isn't available at this time

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Whopping Thursdays

Whopping Thursdays is a street dance held every Thursday in Cockburn Gardens, Cockburn Pen.

Island Car Rental

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Hand Made

Hand Made: is an exquisite hand made jewellery & accessories store that makes things such as (earrings, bacelets & rings, male & female wallets and leather clutches) they also specialize in incense sticks, african black soap, shea butter , black castor oil & more . They offer services such as gift wrapping , jewellery repair, repair starts at (USD$1.25). Open  (Mon - Sat 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.)

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East Japanese Restaurant

East Japanese Restaurant:(Call for price and to make reservation ) open everyday including holidays ( Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri - Sat 11:00 p.m )

East Japanese Restaurant

East Japanese Restaurant:(Call for price and to make reservation ) open everyday including holidays ( Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri - Sat 11:00 p.m )

East Japanese Restaurant

East Japanese Restaurant:(Call for price and to make reservation ) open everyday including holidays ( Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri - Sat 11:00 p.m )

East Japanese Restaurant

East Japanese Restaurant:(Call for price and to make reservation ) open everyday including holidays ( Holidays 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Fri - Sat 11:00 p.m )

Juice'Is'

Dr. Aris La Tham is the owner of Sunfired Ra Foods and www.sunfired.com. He, along with his partner, Verona Rowe, own Juice'Is'. Juice'Is' is Moon Jamaica's top pick for delicious, raw vegetarian food and fresh natural juices in Portland. Enjoy splendid eatery, a beautiful view of the hills and free wifi!

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Rockbottom

Rockbottom, a wood carver since 1980 has his setup in The Craft Centre. His nickname comes from his sales and pricing, he says.

Rockbottom

Rockbottom, a wood carver since 1980 has his setup in The Craft Centre. His nickname comes from his sales and pricing, he says.

Rockbottom

Rockbottom, a wood carver since 1980 has his setup in The Craft Centre. His nickname comes from his sales and pricing, he says.

Rockbottom

Rockbottom, a wood carver since 1980 has his setup in The Craft Centre. His nickname comes from his sales and pricing, he says.

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Joe

I WANT to have lobster for dinner when i arrive...

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contact club manager

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Yosch Cafe

Yosch Cafe (9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Mon-Sat, 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Sun).

Yosch Cafe

Yosch Cafe (9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Mon-Sat, 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Sun).

Yosch Cafe

Yosch Cafe (9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., Mon-Sat, 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Sun).

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Carolyn Barrett

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Shanty Man

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Shanty Man

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Cafe Blue

Cafe Blue: serves Blue Mountain Coffee and pastries and retails localsauces, candles, and soaps. Café Blue is ownedby the Sharps, who own Coffee Traders and offer tours on their farm, Clifton Mount

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Cheryl's

Cheryl's: serves fry fish, bammy and veggies right on the beach with the wonderful sea breeze, (10:30 a.m.- 10 p.m. Tues- Sun)

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Natural Vitamin Herbs & Vegetarian Place

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Ire Jerk and Seafood Restaurant

Irie Jerk Centre: Serves fried and jerk chicken (US$2/piece, quater chicken For US$4 and whole US$15) and pork for US$9/lb and beer US$2. 

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Safe Travel Taxi Services

Safe Travel Taxi Services:

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City Guide Taxi

City Guide Taxi: provides airport pick ups, school pick-ups, bus services, overnight booking, corporate charters, taxi services , courier services and tour & excursions all over jamaica. 

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Molynes Fabricare

Molynes Fabricare: Provides dry cleaning Services, drop-off services and self services in the kingston area. 

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Digicel

Digicel offer mobile phone and mobile broadband modems with good coverage througout Jamaica and many other countries in the Caribbean basin. Prepaid SIM cards are affordable and the best way to stay inside Jamaica for those concerned about exorbitant roaming fees.

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FedEx

FedEx offers international parcel and package shipping services.

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joe

i want a vew of the water, and i smpfmfas

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Surf Cafe

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Susies Bakery And Coffee Bar

Susies Bakery And Coffee Shop (Mon 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. Sun 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.)

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Daily Bread

Daily bread

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The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

The Contenders

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

Kingston On The Edge

Kingston On The Edge (KOTE): is an art show that features upcoming  artistes from all around Jamaica at various locations such as (The Edna Manley College) and many others.

 

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MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

MVP Fidays

MVP Fridays (10 p.m.-4 a.m., weekly) at times feautures some of the hottest contemporary and old school dancehall and reggae acts at Pusle8, at the top of New Kingston. Artists like Aidonia, Sizzla, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shabba Ranks are no strangers to the makeshift stage set up for the event.

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Ambassador

Ambassador

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New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

New Leaf

New Leaf Vegetarian (11am-6pm Mon.-Sat., US$5-10) spe- cializes in Trinidadian-style doubles—mild curried chickpeas wrapped in flatbread with spicy sweet cucumber relish and chutney— but the flavor doesn’t stop there. Delicious creations include chile sin carne, falafel platter, and ackee bammy pizza, with fresh fruit blends and vegetable juices to wash it down.

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Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

Clifton Mount

Clifton Mount is a well managed coffee farm owned by the Sharpe family which has created a vertically integrated business serving the entire spectrum of coffee buyers, from the premium green bean wholesale importers in Japan, to local hotels and direct exports. The company's Coffee Traders brand is among the most respected of all Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee estates, and its Café Blue coffee shops are among the island's most popular pit stops for the well-heeled on their way to work, or for a light lunch. Tours can be arranged at Clifton Mount when guides are available to welcome visitors and show them around the smart light industrial processing facility and the historic family house overlooking the northwestern peaks of the Blue Mountains.

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Liguanea Drugs And Garden/ Lee Pharmacy

Caveman studio

University Hospital

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Immigration

Survey Department

Davinci Jamaica Vacation

Jamaica National Heritage Trust

Jamaica tourist Board

Country Style Restaraunt

Loshusan

Sovereign Supermarket

John Wong Supermarket

Boon Hall Oasis

Hi-Lo Food Store

Michi Supercentre

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Frankfort on the Beach

Frankfort on the Beach (USD 21,262/25,123 weekly, low/high) is a six-bedroom, seven bath property located five minutes east of Ocho Rios center sleeping 14 with a staff of six. Amenities include AC, wireless internet, a Jacuzzi, kayaks, ping pong and a piano. The private beach is one of the most beautiful in Jamaica with fine, white sand and gentle lapping waves, making it an ideal property for children. Wedding parties are welcome (USD 3,000) with a minimum two-night stay.

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Tranquility on the Beach

Tranquility on the Beach is one of the top villa options in the Montego Bay area, sleeping up to 14 with seven bedrooms and six bathrooms. Located at the mouth of the Great River, the villa shares tennis courts with Serentity villa next door. Amenities include beach club membership at nearby Round Hill, wireless internet, AC, a staff of nine, gourmet chef, kayaks, snorkeling gear and a gym, all 20 minutes from Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay.

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Putt N' Play

Constant Spring Golf Club

Jamaica Hash House Harriers

Be Beta Kristian Church Of Haile Selassie 1

African-Caribbean Institute Of Jamaica

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Devon Ice Cream

Devon House Shop

Devon Ice Cream

The Pub

Village Cafe

Mac's Gourmet Market

Norma's

Norma's

Jo Jo's Market Place

Mi Hungry 'Whol Some Food'

Kibby Korner

Pastry Passions

Nick& Allis

Vihope

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China Max

Tamarind Great House

Lillians Restaurant

Starapples

Cannonball Cafe

Cannonball Cafe

Terra Nova Suite Hotel

Pandas Village Chinese Rest

White Bone

Dragon Court

Prendys On The Beach

Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo

Dragon Court

Jewel India

Fee Fee Fast Food

China Express

Cafe Aubergine

Habibi Latino Restaurant

The Cove

Mango Ranch

Truck Stop Grill & Bar

Kabana

Healthy Bites

Seven Basics & More

Mother Earth

Earl's Juice Garden

New Pagoda Restaurant

Gwong Wo

Gwong Wo

Heather's Garden Restaurant

So So Seafood

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Carlos Cafe

The Pantry

Moby Dick Restaurant

Sweetwood Jerk Joint

Indies Hotel

The Durham

Cassie

Hi I would like to book 1 room at the Apple Valley Guesthouse for my husband and I for this coming Saturday night the 10th of October. Can you please confirm if there is a room available and if it has air conditioning? Also how much will the room be? Thankyou.

Hotel Four Season

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Sunset Inn / Ms. Williams / Ms McGregor (mgr)

Body Fusion

Island Massage Therapy and yoga

Shakti Minnd Body Fitness

Royal Jamaica Yacht Club

Books Plus And The Piano House

Faith D' Aguilar

Market At The Lawn

Vynil Records

Rodger Bolton

Swiss Store

Bookophilia

J'adore

E Elegance

Treasure Hunt Gaming

Acropolis Gaming Lounge

Movement Dance Company

Edna Manley College of Visual and Performing Arts

The Deck

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The Excellence In Music and Entertainment Awards

Jam World

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Legend Cafe

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St.Andrew Parish Church

Jubilee and Coronation Markets

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Joe

im allergic to cats.

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Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

Love Grove Restaurant

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M10 Bar & Grill

M10 Bar & Grill (US$8-12) is a popular local eatery serving Jamaican staples like curried goat, oxtail, fried chicken in an informal atmosphere. The popularity of M-10's original location downtown led to the creation of an uptown branch in 2014. The menu changes daily.

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Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop

Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop (7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon–Fri, Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in 1980 and has been serving Jamaican staples for breakfast, lunch and dinner to a loyal clientelle ever since. It's your best bet in town for ackee and saltfish, boiled banana and yam for breakfast any day of the week. Lunch items include fried or baked chicken, curried goat and oxtail, the menu rotating daily.

Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop

Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop (7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon–Fri, Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in 1980 and has been serving Jamaican staples for breakfast, lunch and dinner to a loyal clientelle ever since. It's your best bet in town for ackee and saltfish, boiled banana and yam for breakfast any day of the week. Lunch items include fried or baked chicken, curried goat and oxtail, the menu rotating daily.

Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop

Michael's Restaurant & Coffee Shop (7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon–Fri, Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in 1980 and has been serving Jamaican staples for breakfast, lunch and dinner to a loyal clientelle ever since. It's your best bet in town for ackee and saltfish, boiled banana and yam for breakfast any day of the week. Lunch items include fried or baked chicken, curried goat and oxtail, the menu rotating daily.

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Wata Land Echo Fun Park

Dragon City Restaurant

Jamaica Pegasus

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Hamden Estate

Hampden Estate is an historic sugarcane plantation and rum distillery that offers tours (Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., cost). The tour of the  Hampden Estate  last for approximately two (2) hours, goups consist of atleast ten (10) persons , however larger groups can be accomodated  by prior  arrangements.

Kensworth Nairne

London

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

Silent Waters

Silent Waters (US$2208/2987 nightly, low/high for five dbl capacity suites, two-night minlow/four-night high; add US$714 nightly for owners villa; rates exclude 10%tax) is an 16.5-acre property perched at the top of Great River Private, a gated villa development just east of the Great River, which forms the border between the parishes of St. James and Hanover, and six miles west of Montego Bay. The property can accommodate up to 20 guests in five split-level hillside villas and the owner's villa.

Think Balinese temple wired for the material world. From the lotus linedgardens just inside the main entrance to the 180-degree ocean view from theinfinity pool facing Montego Bay, no details have been overlooked in the design of this hilltop retreat built in 1998. Perhaps the most stunning feature is the virgin forest surrounding the property and prominently seen from the villasthat face west and southwest up and across the Great River.

Thai- and Balinese-inspired architecture, artwork and furnishings set Silent Waters apart, with antique oriental rugs and figures of Hindu deities blending seemlessly with the natural environment. Five villas hug the hillside with views of either the coast, the river and hills, or both. Queen or King-sizefour-poster beds, wood furnings of Chinese Ming Dynasty style design, HD Sony LED flat-panel TVs, I-Pod docks, A/C, ceiling fans and wet bars are found in each. All villas have his and her interior showers and many of the villas have outdoor showers and bathtubs en suite; all have private balconies with lounge chairs.

The Owner's Villa, or Master Suite, takes comfort to another level and deserves being described as the lap of luxury. Inside hand-carved teak doors, art pieces from Indonesia and India evoke the Hindu gods, while Buddhist paintings and statues play off the lotus-filled pools that circle the northside of the villa. Sliding walls reveal virgin hills and the Great River beyond a wrap-around infinity pool on the bedroom side of the villa tapering to 10-feet deep. A living room and lounge also opens on all sides with slidingwalls to reveal views of Montego Bay to the northeast and a bubbling water feature facing the main entrance. The master bath is made for couples; his and her shower heads and vanity sinks ensure no spats owing to water hogs. The shower itself opens to the pool and the hills with hindged louvered windows on three sides. A kitchenette has all the basic necessities, but is hardly needed for more than drinks and ice since the staff attend to every need.

The common areas are, perhaps, the greatest asset of Silent Waters when it comes to gatherings of family and friends. The Main Pavillion, overlooking an 80-foot infinity-edged pool, is packed with plush couches, state-of-the-arthome theatre system, a grand piano, and inviting artwork, an ideal setting for relaxing or socializing complete with a detached poolside bar and lounge.

Leave the cooking to the master chef for delicacies like surf and turf with steak and spiny lobster cooked to perfection, or succulent snapper filet topped with sauteed shrimp. With a kitchen that would inspire any chef and an open-air layout featuring the property's natural beauty and stunning views, Silent Waters is an ideal venue for glitzy events and weddings. The staff of 14 can accommodate formal dinners for up to 20, buffet meals for up to 54 and cocktail parties for up to 150.

At the very top of the property, a helipad awaits Silent Waters' next celebrity guest. Just below, a lighted tennis court with Deco Turf surface and a spectator pavillion, is fit for any pro, and entourage.

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Joe

i'm allergic to peanuts

Jennifer Chatelain

Getting There and Around

If you don't have a rental car, oute taxis are the most affordable way to get between Port Antonio and points east along the coast. Route taxis depart Port Antonio from the square and can always be stopped along the road provided they aren't already overflowing with passengers; four squeezing in the back seat of a toyota carolla station wagon is typical. Otherwise, for day trips to Reach Falls or Bath Fountain, hiring a driver is a slighltly more comfortable, albeit costly (USD 30/50) option.

Getting There and Around

If you don't have a rental car, oute taxis are the most affordable way to get between Port Antonio and points east along the coast. Route taxis depart Port Antonio from the square and can always be stopped along the road provided they aren't already overflowing with passengers; four squeezing in the back seat of a toyota carolla station wagon is typical. Otherwise, for day trips to Reach Falls or Bath Fountain, hiring a driver is a slighltly more comfortable, albeit costly (USD 30/50) option.

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Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Radiant Combs

Laura Facey, one of Jamaica's leading sculptors, grew up between uptown Kingston and Mount Plenty, amid the lush, green hills of St. Ann. There, she maintains an art studio and occasionally hosts exhibitions, as she did in December, 2011 when she turned the estate into a gallery and invited friends and fans to share in an afternoon of art, good company and great food.

Farm to Table Dinners in St. Elizabeth

Lobster and tenderloid surf & turf, snapper ceviche, ackee and saltfish sliders, lamb chops and bread pudding, are among the dishes served over the years, with the free flowing wine perhaps the most exotic item on the table. Each month, Jakes Hotel organizes farm-to-table dinners (US$100 per person) by moonlight at Farmer Dull's a few minutes inland from Treasure Beach in Southfield. Invited chefs flex their pop-up kitchen skills to serve guests gathered communally round a long table, calabash lanterns dangling overhead. The dinners draw a mix of tourists and local foodies and consistently inspire creativity from the showcased culinary artist and good banter among the guests. A requisite sermon imparts the culinary master's vision, invariably followed by applause, and more clinking of the wine glasses.

Farm to Table Dinners in St. Elizabeth

Lobster and tenderloid surf & turf, snapper ceviche, ackee and saltfish sliders, lamb chops and bread pudding, are among the dishes served over the years, with the free flowing wine perhaps the most exotic item on the table. Each month, Jakes Hotel organizes farm-to-table dinners (US$100 per person) by moonlight at Farmer Dull's a few minutes inland from Treasure Beach in Southfield. Invited chefs flex their pop-up kitchen skills to serve guests gathered communally round a long table, calabash lanterns dangling overhead. The dinners draw a mix of tourists and local foodies and consistently inspire creativity from the showcased culinary artist and good banter among the guests. A requisite sermon imparts the culinary master's vision, invariably followed by applause, and more clinking of the wine glasses.

Farm to Table Dinners in St. Elizabeth

Lobster and tenderloid surf & turf, snapper ceviche, ackee and saltfish sliders, lamb chops and bread pudding, are among the dishes served over the years, with the free flowing wine perhaps the most exotic item on the table. Each month, Jakes Hotel organizes farm-to-table dinners (US$100 per person) by moonlight at Farmer Dull's a few minutes inland from Treasure Beach in Southfield. Invited chefs flex their pop-up kitchen skills to serve guests gathered communally round a long table, calabash lanterns dangling overhead. The dinners draw a mix of tourists and local foodies and consistently inspire creativity from the showcased culinary artist and good banter among the guests. A requisite sermon imparts the culinary master's vision, invariably followed by applause, and more clinking of the wine glasses.

Farm to Table Dinners in St. Elizabeth

Lobster and tenderloid surf & turf, snapper ceviche, ackee and saltfish sliders, lamb chops and bread pudding, are among the dishes served over the years, with the free flowing wine perhaps the most exotic item on the table. Each month, Jakes Hotel organizes farm-to-table dinners (US$100 per person) by moonlight at Farmer Dull's a few minutes inland from Treasure Beach in Southfield. Invited chefs flex their pop-up kitchen skills to serve guests gathered communally round a long table, calabash lanterns dangling overhead. The dinners draw a mix of tourists and local foodies and consistently inspire creativity from the showcased culinary artist and good banter among the guests. A requisite sermon imparts the culinary master's vision, invariably followed by applause, and more clinking of the wine glasses.

Farm to Table Dinners in St. Elizabeth

Lobster and tenderloid surf & turf, snapper ceviche, ackee and saltfish sliders, lamb chops and bread pudding, are among the dishes served over the years, with the free flowing wine perhaps the most exotic item on the table. Each month, Jakes Hotel organizes farm-to-table dinners (US$100 per person) by moonlight at Farmer Dull's a few minutes inland from Treasure Beach in Southfield. Invited chefs flex their pop-up kitchen skills to serve guests gathered communally round a long table, calabash lanterns dangling overhead. The dinners draw a mix of tourists and local foodies and consistently inspire creativity from the showcased culinary artist and good banter among the guests. A requisite sermon imparts the culinary master's vision, invariably followed by applause, and more clinking of the wine glasses.

Yvonne Hope

Ashanti Oasis

Ashanti Oasis (Braemar Ave) is a longstanding quality, affordable vegetarian restaurant owned and operated by Yvonne Hope. It relocated in 2015 to the previous home of what was was Rib Kage barbeque joint, where it now serves dishes like veggie balls, tofu and whole grain rice in a breezy courtyard in the back unit of an unassuming one-story building. The innter courtyard has a juice bar and hosts occasional events, like album launches and book signings.

 

 

Ashanti Oasis

Ashanti Oasis (Braemar Ave) is a longstanding quality, affordable vegetarian restaurant owned and operated by Yvonne Hope. It relocated in 2015 to the previous home of what was was Rib Kage barbeque joint, where it now serves dishes like veggie balls, tofu and whole grain rice in a breezy courtyard in the back unit of an unassuming one-story building. The innter courtyard has a juice bar and hosts occasional events, like album launches and book signings.

 

 

Ashanti Oasis

Ashanti Oasis (Braemar Ave) is a longstanding quality, affordable vegetarian restaurant owned and operated by Yvonne Hope. It relocated in 2015 to the previous home of what was was Rib Kage barbeque joint, where it now serves dishes like veggie balls, tofu and whole grain rice in a breezy courtyard in the back unit of an unassuming one-story building. The innter courtyard has a juice bar and hosts occasional events, like album launches and book signings.

 

 

Ashanti Oasis

Ashanti Oasis (Braemar Ave) is a longstanding quality, affordable vegetarian restaurant owned and operated by Yvonne Hope. It relocated in 2015 to the previous home of what was was Rib Kage barbeque joint, where it now serves dishes like veggie balls, tofu and whole grain rice in a breezy courtyard in the back unit of an unassuming one-story building. The innter courtyard has a juice bar and hosts occasional events, like album launches and book signings.

 

 

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Idle Awhile Villas

Idle Awhile Villas (USD 300/400 low/high per bedroom, plus 20% taxes and gratuity) were taken over by Jamaican hotelier Lee Issa and managed by his wife's boutique hotel group, both stellar operators who are never too far to be engaged in the day-to-day. The property was acquired in 2015 and underwent upgrades before being reopened gracing Seven-Mile beach with a top-notch villa offering. The villas come all the amenities of home, and then some, like king-size beds, wifi and a billiards table, butler, chef and housekeepers. Security monitors the beachfront 24 hours a day, ensuring peaceful days in the sun, and serene nights to the sound of lapping waves.

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sasha

Its my birthday and i would love to stay in one of your cabins

Tameka

I just need a day away from home

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Pascal

Hello :) , me and a friend are going to visit jamaica with backpacks. I want to ask you if its possible to carry us at the airport ? ( mobay) tank you in advance Pascal :)

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Suzanne

Hi, We are a group of 11 seeking accommodation in no more than five rooms. Please confirm availability and send a quote. Thanks.

Suzanne

Hi, We are a party of 11 interested in booking no more than five rooms to accommodate us all. Thanks.

Kingston Polo Club

Caymanas Golf & Country Club

Liguanea

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National Stadium

Remi

The travlers are two couples and a single - two double beds, and a single in two rooms please.

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Original Bambo Factory

Watts New

Electro World

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Innovative System

Sonic Sounds Records Manufacturing Company

Best Buds

Tad's International Records

Dynamic sounds

Rockers International Records

Derrick Harriott

Techniques Records

Kingston Book Shop

Headstart Books & Crafts

Like Dat

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Sangster Book Store

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Briget Sandals

Bling Bling

La Pluma Negra

SoHo

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Mutamba

Sarai Clothing

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Starfish Oil

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Treasure Hunt

24 hours a day, 7 days a week).

 

The Cineplex

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Carib Cinema

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

Sumfest 2015 Highlights

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians. In 2015 Dancehall Night was definitely the highlight, with the most energetic performances and a responsive crowd. Popcaan's live performance has matured to some degree, however he continued to assume the crowd would finish his songs as he trailed off. Aidonia gave a solid performance, as did Bugle and Demarco, while Capleton perhaps stole the show before Lady Saw intrigued fans in an open dialogue with her vagina in her closing performance.

On International Night 1, Common and TI had the crowd thumping as headlining international artists.  Jesse Royal came off somewhat flat, relying on a Bob tune to start his set and working in Tosh lyrics in seeming desperation for lack of originality. His hit, Modern Day Judas, got the crowd stirring for a brief spell before he made way for Kabaka Pyramid, who delivered a strong set to represent the local acts, as did Raging Fyah earlier in the evening.

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Centre Stage Theatre

Medusa

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Studio 38

The Escape

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Limelignt

Quad

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Sanaa Studios

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The Easel

The rock tower

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The Jamaica Gleaner Building

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Gordon House

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The Military Museum

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Ward Theatre

Kingston Parish Church

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Trenchtown Reading centre

A few years ago the Trench Town Development Association was established to carry out projects to benefit the community. Another success has been the Trenchtown Reading centre, which moved into a new building in 2000 and was refurbished in 2005. The read- ing center welcomes book donations.

 

Culture Yard

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The Knutsford Hotel

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Knutsford Express

Knutsford Express is a popular coach service with Jamaicans and tourists alike, offering the most comfortable bus transport between Kingston, Ocho Rios, and Montego Bay with two or three daily departures from each city. New Kingston–Montego Bay departs at 6 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sundays. Buses run between the parking lot behind New Kingston Shopping Centre and Pier 1 in Montego Bay. The trip lasts four hours depending on traffic and costs US$20 prepaid, US$23 on the day of travel. Knutsford Express also recently began servicing a route along the South Coast with stops in Mandeville, Santa Cruz, Savannah-la-Mar and Negril.

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Sandals Golf and country club

( 7 a.m.–5 p.m. daily, US$100 green fees, US$45 for locals) is a Golf Digest 3.5-star-rated course in the hills above Ochi. The course is compact and very walk- able, but carts are also available (US$40). Clubs are also rented (US$30 Wilson/US$45 Calloway), and players are obliged to use a caddy (US$17, plus minimum tip of US$10/ person).

A patio restaurant and bar serves burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches (US$7). The driving range offers baskets of 40 balls for US$4. Sandals guests don’t pay greens fees, and special rates apply for guests of several other area accommodations.

 

Chuck’s Plaza

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Beach Jouvert

Beach j’ouvert, part of the carnival season’s festivi- ties, is held at James Bond Beach in Oracabessa in early April, where revelers whine out to soca and throw paint on each other, with after-par- ties spilling into Ocho Rios.

 

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Harry Shivnani (Crystal in Miami)

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Breezes Grand Negril

(www.superclubs. com, US$224/389 low/high season), formerly Grand Lido Negril, is the flagship SuperClubs resort. One of the first SuperClubs properties, Breezes Negril has a dramatic entrance cor- ridor surrounded by fountains and reflecting pools that lead into the lobby and dining areas. Breezes Negril has 210 junior and full suites, each equipped with full amenities including air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial tele- phones, and CD player.

 

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La Penciano Guest House

(3 Short Lane, tel. 876/974-5472), run by Kenneth Thomas, is a relatively decent dive right in the center of town. The rooms are clean with fans, twin beds, TV, and hot water. The more expensive rooms (US$35) have private baths. Meals can be prepared to order. Longer stays can be ne- gotiated. It should be noted La Penciano also gets its share of short-term guests.

 

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Little Shaw Park Guest House

(21 Shaw Park Rd., tel. 876/974-2177, littleshawpark@ yahoo.com, www.littleshawparkguesthouse. com) is the only place in Ochi to offer camp- ing (US$20) in addition to its 22 basic rooms (US$55 fan, US$65 a/c). Rooms range from standard with cable TV and private bath to stu- dio apartments with kitchenette and living area. The property has been owned and managed since 1977 by Deborah and Trevor Mitchell, who have maintained a laid-back, quiet garden setting in spite of the development boom out- side the compound walls. The furnishings in- side the rooms have apparently changed little since the guesthouse was opened. There is one triple-occupancy room (US$75). The property is a 10-minute walk to the beach and town.

 

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mahoe Villa Guest House

(11 Shaw Park Rd., tel. 876/974-6613) is a cozy and private guesthouse run by Michael Riley. There are seven basic rooms (US$25–30 depending on size) with two single beds, fan, TV, and shared bath; plus two slightly larger rooms (US$40) with private bath and private entrance; as well as a master suite (US$75) with standing fan, a component stereo, TV, a whirlpool bath, two walk-in closets, and a private balcony with a sea view.

 

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Backyaad

(126 Constant Spring Rd., call Chris Daley for info, tel. 876/456-5556, link- johnnydaley@yahoo.com) is a spacious outdoor venue that hosts occasional concerts and com- edy sessions. Comedy jams are held inconsis- tently on the last Wednesday of the month.

 

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Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Birdie 'ill

Birdie 'ill (USD 4,000/5,000 weekly, low/high, USD 6,000 Christmas-New Year's) is a four-bedroom hilltop villa ideal for families or small groups overlooking San San Beach and Alligator Head. The bedrooms, three with king beds and one with two twins that doubles as an office, are found on the northeastern wing of the villa, a large marble-floored living room is in the middle and the dining room and kitchen on the southwestern end, overlooking a half-moon-shaped nine-foot-deep pool with arched nooks on either side that have sofas for relaxing in the shade to escape the mid-afternoon heat. Balconies are found throughout the villa, some ideal for sunning, others for dining. Built in the early '60s by the Woolworth family, the villa is today owned by Lord and Lady Needpath, advocates for marihuana and drug policy reform through their Beckley Foundation (www.beckleyfoundation.org). An excellent library of though-provoking books makes a great companion for days of leisure at the beach or amidst the five-acre gardens surrounding the villa. The structure itself is in excellent condition and comfortable by any measure. With some targeted spending on the kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system, which are outdated and don't match the grandeur nor resplendent history of the place, Birdie 'ill would be among the most luxurious villas in Jamaica. Notwithstanding, for the price, it's an excellent choice and well worth a stay.

Yvonne Blakey

Andres Cope

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Eden Sands

Eden Sands (US$300 per night for the one-bedroom, US$600 per night for 2BR, US$900 for 3BR) is a unique property with adjacent one-, two- and three-bedroom villas located smack dab in the center of Ocho Rios with a private beach and modern amenities. The villas rents for a minimum of two nights in the low season with a four-night minimum in the high seasson. Bedrooms have queen- and king-size beds. The villas come with a chef, housekeeper and night watchman. The three-bedroom villa, has a king-size bed in one room, a queen in the next, and the third bedroom has a double and a single bed. The two-bedroom villa has a king-size bed in one room and two twins that can be joined to make a king. The one-bedroom villa has a double in the bedroom and a single day bed in the living room.

Steven

we are a family with three small kids, two parents and grandma.

Hanna

Looking to book eight nights for honeymoon - possibly four nights at Hide Awhile, four nights at Idle Awhile.

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Reggae Sumfest 2015

Reggae Sumfest lives up to its boastful slogan, "The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth." The festivities kick off the weekend prior to the main events with the Sumfest Beach Party at Aquasol Theme Park on Montego Bay's Hip Strip on Sunday afternoon (starting at 3 p.m.). The party revs up for the Sumfest All White Party at Pier 1 on Tuesday, 14 July, where guest selectors build the crescendo with crowd-pleasing sounds for the reggae massiv.

Patrons then dive into the unadulturated full-on exposure to Jamaica's home grown creme de la creme on Thursday for Sumfest Dancehall Explosion, with top acts of yesteryear and the latest IT artists of today. Veteratan artistes like Lady Saw, Capleton and Demarco will share the Sumfest stage with contemporary favorites like I Octane, Bugle, Aidonia, Konshens, Popcaan, Spice, Tommy Lee and Ding Dong, alongside up-and-coming acts like Dexta Daps, Gage, Ishawna, Gaza Slim, J Capri, Rhyme Minista, Ricky Teetz, Chilando, Konfydence and Patexx.

At Showtime, on International Night I, Friday Night, a selection of top Jamaican roots artists of yesterday and today, namely Cocoa Tea, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid and Keznamdi, will perform alongside international artists Rick Ross and Common.

Sumfest will come to a climax on Saturday Night (or Sunday morning to be more precise) for Star Time, on Inernational Night II, when a selection of Jamaican artists who have grown far beyond the islands shores in appeal will perform in addition to top imported acts. The 2015 line up includes Beenie Man, Kalado, Denyque, Chris Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Chi Ching Ching, Zagga, Raine Seville, Ikaya and Dwane Antonio.

 

 

 

Reggae Sumfest 2015

Reggae Sumfest lives up to its boastful slogan, "The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth." The festivities kick off the weekend prior to the main events with the Sumfest Beach Party at Aquasol Theme Park on Montego Bay's Hip Strip on Sunday afternoon (starting at 3 p.m.). The party revs up for the Sumfest All White Party at Pier 1 on Tuesday, 14 July, where guest selectors build the crescendo with crowd-pleasing sounds for the reggae massiv.

Patrons then dive into the unadulturated full-on exposure to Jamaica's home grown creme de la creme on Thursday for Sumfest Dancehall Explosion, with top acts of yesteryear and the latest IT artists of today. Veteratan artistes like Lady Saw, Capleton and Demarco will share the Sumfest stage with contemporary favorites like I Octane, Bugle, Aidonia, Konshens, Popcaan, Spice, Tommy Lee and Ding Dong, alongside up-and-coming acts like Dexta Daps, Gage, Ishawna, Gaza Slim, J Capri, Rhyme Minista, Ricky Teetz, Chilando, Konfydence and Patexx.

At Showtime, on International Night I, Friday Night, a selection of top Jamaican roots artists of yesterday and today, namely Cocoa Tea, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid and Keznamdi, will perform alongside international artists Rick Ross and Common.

Sumfest will come to a climax on Saturday Night (or Sunday morning to be more precise) for Star Time, on Inernational Night II, when a selection of Jamaican artists who have grown far beyond the islands shores in appeal will perform in addition to top imported acts. The 2015 line up includes Beenie Man, Kalado, Denyque, Chris Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Chi Ching Ching, Zagga, Raine Seville, Ikaya and Dwane Antonio.

 

 

 

Reggae Sumfest 2015

Reggae Sumfest lives up to its boastful slogan, "The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth." The festivities kick off the weekend prior to the main events with the Sumfest Beach Party at Aquasol Theme Park on Montego Bay's Hip Strip on Sunday afternoon (starting at 3 p.m.). The party revs up for the Sumfest All White Party at Pier 1 on Tuesday, 14 July, where guest selectors build the crescendo with crowd-pleasing sounds for the reggae massiv.

Patrons then dive into the unadulturated full-on exposure to Jamaica's home grown creme de la creme on Thursday for Sumfest Dancehall Explosion, with top acts of yesteryear and the latest IT artists of today. Veteratan artistes like Lady Saw, Capleton and Demarco will share the Sumfest stage with contemporary favorites like I Octane, Bugle, Aidonia, Konshens, Popcaan, Spice, Tommy Lee and Ding Dong, alongside up-and-coming acts like Dexta Daps, Gage, Ishawna, Gaza Slim, J Capri, Rhyme Minista, Ricky Teetz, Chilando, Konfydence and Patexx.

At Showtime, on International Night I, Friday Night, a selection of top Jamaican roots artists of yesterday and today, namely Cocoa Tea, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid and Keznamdi, will perform alongside international artists Rick Ross and Common.

Sumfest will come to a climax on Saturday Night (or Sunday morning to be more precise) for Star Time, on Inernational Night II, when a selection of Jamaican artists who have grown far beyond the islands shores in appeal will perform in addition to top imported acts. The 2015 line up includes Beenie Man, Kalado, Denyque, Chris Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Chi Ching Ching, Zagga, Raine Seville, Ikaya and Dwane Antonio.

 

 

 

Reggae Sumfest 2015

Reggae Sumfest lives up to its boastful slogan, "The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth." The festivities kick off the weekend prior to the main events with the Sumfest Beach Party at Aquasol Theme Park on Montego Bay's Hip Strip on Sunday afternoon (starting at 3 p.m.). The party revs up for the Sumfest All White Party at Pier 1 on Tuesday, 14 July, where guest selectors build the crescendo with crowd-pleasing sounds for the reggae massiv.

Patrons then dive into the unadulturated full-on exposure to Jamaica's home grown creme de la creme on Thursday for Sumfest Dancehall Explosion, with top acts of yesteryear and the latest IT artists of today. Veteratan artistes like Lady Saw, Capleton and Demarco will share the Sumfest stage with contemporary favorites like I Octane, Bugle, Aidonia, Konshens, Popcaan, Spice, Tommy Lee and Ding Dong, alongside up-and-coming acts like Dexta Daps, Gage, Ishawna, Gaza Slim, J Capri, Rhyme Minista, Ricky Teetz, Chilando, Konfydence and Patexx.

At Showtime, on International Night I, Friday Night, a selection of top Jamaican roots artists of yesterday and today, namely Cocoa Tea, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid and Keznamdi, will perform alongside international artists Rick Ross and Common.

Sumfest will come to a climax on Saturday Night (or Sunday morning to be more precise) for Star Time, on Inernational Night II, when a selection of Jamaican artists who have grown far beyond the islands shores in appeal will perform in addition to top imported acts. The 2015 line up includes Beenie Man, Kalado, Denyque, Chris Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Chi Ching Ching, Zagga, Raine Seville, Ikaya and Dwane Antonio.

 

 

 

Reggae Sumfest 2015

Reggae Sumfest lives up to its boastful slogan, "The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth." The festivities kick off the weekend prior to the main events with the Sumfest Beach Party at Aquasol Theme Park on Montego Bay's Hip Strip on Sunday afternoon (starting at 3 p.m.). The party revs up for the Sumfest All White Party at Pier 1 on Tuesday, 14 July, where guest selectors build the crescendo with crowd-pleasing sounds for the reggae massiv.

Patrons then dive into the unadulturated full-on exposure to Jamaica's home grown creme de la creme on Thursday for Sumfest Dancehall Explosion, with top acts of yesteryear and the latest IT artists of today. Veteratan artistes like Lady Saw, Capleton and Demarco will share the Sumfest stage with contemporary favorites like I Octane, Bugle, Aidonia, Konshens, Popcaan, Spice, Tommy Lee and Ding Dong, alongside up-and-coming acts like Dexta Daps, Gage, Ishawna, Gaza Slim, J Capri, Rhyme Minista, Ricky Teetz, Chilando, Konfydence and Patexx.

At Showtime, on International Night I, Friday Night, a selection of top Jamaican roots artists of yesterday and today, namely Cocoa Tea, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid and Keznamdi, will perform alongside international artists Rick Ross and Common.

Sumfest will come to a climax on Saturday Night (or Sunday morning to be more precise) for Star Time, on Inernational Night II, when a selection of Jamaican artists who have grown far beyond the islands shores in appeal will perform in addition to top imported acts. The 2015 line up includes Beenie Man, Kalado, Denyque, Chris Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Chi Ching Ching, Zagga, Raine Seville, Ikaya and Dwane Antonio.

 

 

 

Ruth

We've got a 1.5 year-old daughter; is it possible to get a room with a crib or cot for her? Thx.

Kerry-Ann Clarke

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Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

Kerry manwomanhome

One of Kingston's top boutiques for locally produced garments, jewelry and books, for him and her.

1434381469

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Mystic Ridge Resort

Mystic Ridge Resort (from US$118) is the sister property to the Ocho Rios hilltop theme park, Mystic Mountain, offering guests discounted tour rates and complimentary transport. The stratified complex has standard rooms, loft suites, and one- and two-bedroom apartments. The furnishings and linens are modern with bold colors and tasteful floral motifs. Flat panel TVs, Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, private bathrooms and balconies feature in the apartments. Rates include a complimentary breakfast buffet in the poolside Zedoj Restaurant.

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Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

Bliss by the Sea

Bliss by the Sea (USD 390/night) is Located on one of the most pristine beaches in Treasure Beach, Jamaica, this art deco home built in the 1950s, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the Great Pedro Bluff. The bumpy track leading to the villa may at first appear to be somewhat rustic but it ensures peace and privacy as well as adding to the quiet charm. Conveniently close to the sleepy fishing village of Great Bay, this stunningly secluded and untouched location is perfect for romantic couples, adventure-seeking individuals, busy executives looking for solitude, and anyone searching for peaceful luxury in a setting of glorious natural beauty. Great Bay remains unspoiled by crowds and pollution, providing an unsurpassed setting for sunbathing and long walks. Bliss by the Sea enjoys magical sunsets and the ever present brown pelican and humming birds – a truly ideal location to sit and simply wonder at the glory of it all.

Bliss by the Sea boasts a large pool with sun deck, chaise lounges and Adirondack chairs – perfect for sunbathing or enjoying an evening cocktail while witnessing spectacular sunsets. And, tucked away in the shade of Lignum Vitae trees, a wooden gazebo with picnic bench and hammock … an idyllic spot to enjoy a meal, read a book, take a nap, or just plain relax.
The living room contains comfortable seating and dining area, offering spectacular vistas, leading onto a charming verandah. Equipped with Satellite Dish, Smart TV, Bose SoundLink Flex; a small library of books. Wireless is available on a complimentary basis.

The well-equipped kitchen offers a gas stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, tea/coffee facilities. Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils - all provided – including a cook.

Bliss by the Sea is designed to accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, with all modern conveniences. Housekeeping service is provided daily.

  • Master Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • Twin Bedroom - Two Twin Beds; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC
  • King Bedroom - King Bed; en suite bathroom; mosquito netting; AC
  • Single Bedroom - Twin Bed; en suite bathroom; ceiling fan; mosquito netting; AC

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Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

Villa Kelso

Villa Kelso is one of the best properties in the Duncans area with amazing views of the Caribbean, a private pool, expansive grounds and beach privileges at the private Silver Sands Beach Club (half hour by foot, five minutes by car) included, arguably the finest stretch of white sand on Jamaica's North Coast. Rates range depending on how many guests are accommodated starting at USD 2,800 per week for up to four adults in the low season to USD 5,959 for eight guests in the high season. Thanksgiving and Christmas-New Year's, like at most villas in Jamaica, are at a premium at USD 7,000 for the week. 

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Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

Cool Shade

Cool Shade (USD 400 for up to eight guests in four bedrooms) is a charming, quaint English countryside-style cottage in the misty cloud forest just up the road from the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate and a short walk from Holywell National Park. This is an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or for groups of family and friends. Cool Shade has a spacious wood paneled sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, a quaint dining room and a modern kitchen with all the cooking amenities you will need, including stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, French press coffee maker and a spacious patio as well as trails crisscrossing the three-acre property.

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LyriKalm for Bacchanal Fridays - Week 4

LyriKalm, one of the top soca artists out of the US, made his debut appearance in Jamaica on the Mas Camp stage at Bacchanal Friday, 20 March in week 4 of the 2015 season.

Launching his set at with "Cloud 9" at 12:30 a.m. the artist had fans singing along as he performed. He paid tribute to Mighty Shadow with a performance of his classic soca "Dingolay"

Selectors for the night included DJ Taj followed by Trinidad's DJ Myles with DJ Kamal Bankay prepping the crowd ready for the headline act.

Tickets for Bacchanal Fridays are sold at Mas Camp, Pita Grill and Ammar's Village/Mall Plaza, Sovereign and King Street locations and MegaMart (Waterloo Road and Portmore): US$20 pre-sold, US$25 at the gate for general admission, and US$40/45 at the gate VIP (all-inclusive). 18+ to enter.

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Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

Home Sweet Home Resort

Home Sweet Home (US$99/169-US$139/259 low/high season) is a no-frills cliffside accommodation that has basically everything you need to be comfortable on Negril's West End: clean rooms with A/C and TV, balconies overlooking the Caribbean, a pool and a little restaurant with decent food. The location is also good, as it's one of the first hotels heading southwest on West End Road from the roundabout that marks the center of Negril, so it's quite proximate to Seven-Mile Beach. Wi-Fi is included.

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Bacchanal Fridays - Week 3

Bacchanal Fridays continues with bring-a-friend 2-for-1 in week three.

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Stepping High Ganja Festival

Negril's annual weed fest features quality musicians and activities to keep cannabis enthusiasts entertained for two days as they blaze the sacramental herb. US$25/50, regular/VIP.

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Bacchanal Fridays - Untamed Opening Night

Bacchanal Fridays kicks off the third week of February - Untamed in 2015.

Carnival drums roll as Bacchanal season continues to build each Friday thereafter at Mas Camp, party central for fans gearing up to "play mas."

Carnival organizers in Jamaica have extended what for other islands lasts no more than a week, over several months, from a preview the first Friday in January through to Road March when excitement peaks the Sunday after Easter.

With the start of Bacchanal Fridays, the year's costumes are unveiled, the new songs from the trailing 12 months soca catalogue are baptized on the masses and revelers start the wining. Jamaica's favorite soca DJs take turns at the turntables with visiting selectors for the twin islands throughout the season, and as Easter approaches top soca artists perform to bumping, frolicking and crowds.

A mid-summer refresher, Bacchanal Summer, is staged in mid-June to mid-July to hold the socaphiles until the following season.

Bacchanal Jamaica is led by three Mas bands in the Trinidadian tradition--Oakridge, Revelers, and Raiders--which have promoted parties in the country since launching carnival festivities in 1989.

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Anddrew Davis

Jennifer and Denis Chatelain

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Henry Gardener

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Urbana Stryd

Find all the latest fashions at this in-the-know retailer featuring some of Jamaica's hottest new designers, including Kimandamisses.

Urbana Stryd

Find all the latest fashions at this in-the-know retailer featuring some of Jamaica's hottest new designers, including Kimandamisses.

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Serendipity

Serendipity Holistic Resort (US$150-250) is a collection of six one-bedroom cabins, three with king-size beds (US$250), three with queen-size beds (US$150). The cabins all have private bathrooms with showers. Each room has cable TV. Wi-Fi covers the entire property. One cabin has a kitchenette. The cabins overlook the banks of the Hopewell River, which feeds the Hope River that ultimately ends up in the Mona Reservoir. The spa offers Swedish, deep tissue and full body massage, as well as manis and pedis, by reservation. The resort opened in March, 2014.

Serendipity

Serendipity Holistic Resort (US$150-250) is a collection of six one-bedroom cabins, three with king-size beds (US$250), three with queen-size beds (US$150). The cabins all have private bathrooms with showers. Each room has cable TV. Wi-Fi covers the entire property. One cabin has a kitchenette. The cabins overlook the banks of the Hopewell River, which feeds the Hope River that ultimately ends up in the Mona Reservoir. The spa offers Swedish, deep tissue and full body massage, as well as manis and pedis, by reservation. The resort opened in March, 2014.

Serendipity

Serendipity Holistic Resort (US$150-250) is a collection of six one-bedroom cabins, three with king-size beds (US$250), three with queen-size beds (US$150). The cabins all have private bathrooms with showers. Each room has cable TV. Wi-Fi covers the entire property. One cabin has a kitchenette. The cabins overlook the banks of the Hopewell River, which feeds the Hope River that ultimately ends up in the Mona Reservoir. The spa offers Swedish, deep tissue and full body massage, as well as manis and pedis, by reservation. The resort opened in March, 2014.

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Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

Pandora Day Spa

Located in the heart of the corporate area, Pandora promotes a healthy and radiant you with clinical facials, therapeutic massages and other advanced spa services like LED teeth whitening and ion foot detox.

Pandora has experienced and caring staff licensed and certified within their respective field(s).

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Cream of the Crop

Top billing line-up of conscious reggae stalwarts and up-and-coming yutes.

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Donovan Downie (Acct) 703-4405 / Sushanna Roberts

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Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

Blue Mountain Music Festival

The Blue Mountains come alive for this two-day festival high above Kingston at Holywell National Park. Bring your woolies and plan to rock through the night at this mixed bag celebration of local talent organized by T.O.K. The 2014 inaugural edition featured headliners Tanya Stephens, Kabaka Pyramid, Chronixx, T.O.K. and Third World. International breakout reggae artist Phenomden represented from Switzerland.

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Bob Marley Birthday Bash

A week-long party at MX3 on Negril's West End celebrating the life and music of the late great. USD 15-20 per night.

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Yush

Festive dancehall greats in the house for another edition of Yush, hosted by Beenie Man and Bounty Killer. 18+

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SEZi Yoga

Join Sezi for her Power Hour Yoga class, Yoga Flow. The classes are Vinyasa based class and are geared towards stoking the fire within and reconnecting with the voice inside that we not so often take notice of. Side effects include an overall body tone up and tune up! SEZi will come to wherever you're staying in Kingston for single or doubles sessions (USD 30/40), or small groups (3-5 USD 50, add USD 10 per person over 5).

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Cabana City

Easily one of the best party of the year turning Kingston's waterfront into what it should be. Tickets JMD 6,000, deck lounges USD 400, land cabanas USD 600, sea cabanas USD 700, sky cabanas USD 800. 18+ Ticket outlet Pita Grill, Village Plaza on Barbican Road across from Burger King.

Cabana City

Easily one of the best party of the year turning Kingston's waterfront into what it should be. Tickets JMD 6,000, deck lounges USD 400, land cabanas USD 600, sea cabanas USD 700, sky cabanas USD 800. 18+ Ticket outlet Pita Grill, Village Plaza on Barbican Road across from Burger King.

Cabana City

Easily one of the best party of the year turning Kingston's waterfront into what it should be. Tickets JMD 6,000, deck lounges USD 400, land cabanas USD 600, sea cabanas USD 700, sky cabanas USD 800. 18+ Ticket outlet Pita Grill, Village Plaza on Barbican Road across from Burger King.

Cabana City

Easily one of the best party of the year turning Kingston's waterfront into what it should be. Tickets JMD 6,000, deck lounges USD 400, land cabanas USD 600, sea cabanas USD 700, sky cabanas USD 800. 18+ Ticket outlet Pita Grill, Village Plaza on Barbican Road across from Burger King.

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Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage

Blue Hole Gardens Victorian Cottage (starting at US$220/night) sits perched on a hill at the top of 94 steps ascending from a rustic bar that belies the understated luxury of the accommodations above. Overlooking canefields and the magical Blue Hole Gardens, the cottage has two bedrooms on the upper level, each with a full bath -- an antique bathtub in one, an outdoor shower in the other, and two adjoining bedrooms below that share a full bath between them. Fixtures in the bathrooms and appliances in the kitchen are of high quality, and no detail was spared in a reconstruction of the cottage completed in 2014. A housekeeper/cook/caretaker is at hand to prepare meals as requested and keeps the place tidy. The rental includes complimentary Internet service, provided by a local WiMAX carrier, which works remarkably well considering the remote location. The drive to Blue Hole Gardens is not for the faint of heart, as the road itself is heavily potholed, utlimately turning to dirt as it passes through the impoverished rural community straddling the banks of the Turtle River. A stay at the Victorian Cottage offers a unique, real-Jamaica, rural experience, that doesn't require sacrificing the comfort of soft linens and broadband.

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Eden Spa

A full-service day spa offering mani/pedi, waxing, massage. The Eden Garden Gym, a fitness centre, is also at the spa.

Eden Spa

A full-service day spa offering mani/pedi, waxing, massage. The Eden Garden Gym, a fitness centre, is also at the spa.

Eden Spa

A full-service day spa offering mani/pedi, waxing, massage. The Eden Garden Gym, a fitness centre, is also at the spa.

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Eden Gardens

Rockfort Mineral

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Fine Art Exhibition

Don't miss it art lovers! Presented by the Portland Art Gallery.

Little Theatre

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Aerogaviota

Aerogaviota flies rickety ATR-42-500 twin turbo-prop aircraft between Cuba and Jamaica that tend to bounce a bit on landing, but are likely to get you there, nonetheless.

Flights depart Mondays and Fridays between Havana and Kingston, leaving Terminal 3 at José Marti International Aiport (HAV) in Havana at 10:40am, stopping for a one-hour layover in Santiago (STG), before departing at 1:10pm for Kington (KIN) after the plane is cleaned and other passengers board. On the return leg, Flights depart KIN for STG at 2:10pm; the ongoing leg from STG-HAV departs at 4:50pm arriving HAV at 6:40pm on Mondays and Fridays. KIN-STG is USD 331 one-way, USD 478 RT; STG-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT. KIN-HAV is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RTHAV-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT.

Gaviota also flies between HAV and Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) on Wednesdays, departing HAV Terminal 3 at 10:40am (USD 406 one-way, USD 670 RT), with an hour layover in Holguin (HOG) . Flights for HOG/HAV depart the international terminal at MBJ at 1:40pm each Wedneday (USD 370 one-way to HAV, USD 670 RT). HOG-MBJ is USD 360 one-way, USD 485 RT

Quoted rates exclude the USD 25 tourist visa required to enter Cuba, purchased in office or at the airport upon check-in, and departure tax of USD 35 from NMIA or MBJ. Gaviota tickets include departure tax from Cuba. Health insurance is also required at a cost of USD 5 per day for adults under 70, USD 7 per day over 70, though officials only verify the mandatory insurance coverage sporadically upon entry in Cuba.

Contact us to confirm availability and make your booking today: +1 212 203 0064 or reservations@moonjamaica.com

Aerogaviota

Aerogaviota flies rickety ATR-42-500 twin turbo-prop aircraft between Cuba and Jamaica that tend to bounce a bit on landing, but are likely to get you there, nonetheless.

Flights depart Mondays and Fridays between Havana and Kingston, leaving Terminal 3 at José Marti International Aiport (HAV) in Havana at 10:40am, stopping for a one-hour layover in Santiago (STG), before departing at 1:10pm for Kington (KIN) after the plane is cleaned and other passengers board. On the return leg, Flights depart KIN for STG at 2:10pm; the ongoing leg from STG-HAV departs at 4:50pm arriving HAV at 6:40pm on Mondays and Fridays. KIN-STG is USD 331 one-way, USD 478 RT; STG-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT. KIN-HAV is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RTHAV-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT.

Gaviota also flies between HAV and Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) on Wednesdays, departing HAV Terminal 3 at 10:40am (USD 406 one-way, USD 670 RT), with an hour layover in Holguin (HOG) . Flights for HOG/HAV depart the international terminal at MBJ at 1:40pm each Wedneday (USD 370 one-way to HAV, USD 670 RT). HOG-MBJ is USD 360 one-way, USD 485 RT

Quoted rates exclude the USD 25 tourist visa required to enter Cuba, purchased in office or at the airport upon check-in, and departure tax of USD 35 from NMIA or MBJ. Gaviota tickets include departure tax from Cuba. Health insurance is also required at a cost of USD 5 per day for adults under 70, USD 7 per day over 70, though officials only verify the mandatory insurance coverage sporadically upon entry in Cuba.

Contact us to confirm availability and make your booking today: +1 212 203 0064 or reservations@moonjamaica.com

Aerogaviota

Aerogaviota flies rickety ATR-42-500 twin turbo-prop aircraft between Cuba and Jamaica that tend to bounce a bit on landing, but are likely to get you there, nonetheless.

Flights depart Mondays and Fridays between Havana and Kingston, leaving Terminal 3 at José Marti International Aiport (HAV) in Havana at 10:40am, stopping for a one-hour layover in Santiago (STG), before departing at 1:10pm for Kington (KIN) after the plane is cleaned and other passengers board. On the return leg, Flights depart KIN for STG at 2:10pm; the ongoing leg from STG-HAV departs at 4:50pm arriving HAV at 6:40pm on Mondays and Fridays. KIN-STG is USD 331 one-way, USD 478 RT; STG-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT. KIN-HAV is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RTHAV-KIN is USD 518 one-way, USD 670 RT.

Gaviota also flies between HAV and Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport (MBJ) on Wednesdays, departing HAV Terminal 3 at 10:40am (USD 406 one-way, USD 670 RT), with an hour layover in Holguin (HOG) . Flights for HOG/HAV depart the international terminal at MBJ at 1:40pm each Wedneday (USD 370 one-way to HAV, USD 670 RT). HOG-MBJ is USD 360 one-way, USD 485 RT

Quoted rates exclude the USD 25 tourist visa required to enter Cuba, purchased in office or at the airport upon check-in, and departure tax of USD 35 from NMIA or MBJ. Gaviota tickets include departure tax from Cuba. Health insurance is also required at a cost of USD 5 per day for adults under 70, USD 7 per day over 70, though officials only verify the mandatory insurance coverage sporadically upon entry in Cuba.

Contact us to confirm availability and make your booking today: +1 212 203 0064 or reservations@moonjamaica.com

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Caribbean Airlines

The region's largest airline flies between the major English-speaking markets in the Carribbean and to London, Fort Lauderdale, New York and Toronto. Carribbean flies to both Kingston and Montego Bay in Jamaica.

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Rockhouse Spa

The brand new Spa Pavilion at Rockhouse is an organic, temple-like structure surrounded by lush gardens and compliments the cliff-edge treatment cabanas. The philosophy is a simple, holistic approach to well-being, health and happiness, with a natural Jamaican style. At the Rockhouse Spa, the focus is on relaxing and healing your system, allowing you to rejuvenate.

The Spa is guided by Linda Hall, a Caribbean-based international spa consultant, natural product and treatment designer, and instructor of holistic spa therapy philosophy. Linda's 25+ years of experience in the U.K. and throughout the Caribbean is imparted to certified massage technicians who receive constant training to keep them updated on the latest developments in techniques, equipment and products.

The Rockhouse Spa features a unique treatment menu developed exclusively for Rockhouse. According to Linda Hall, "In the same way the Rockhouse restaurant fuses the spices and foods that reflect the diverse history and people of Jamaica, the Spa fuses all the natural goodness and beauty of Jamaica, restoring peace and harmony to our guests". Rockhouse is the first Caribbean spa to feature Caribbean Essentials a new spa collection of completely natural spa products and treatment rituals. All the products are made locally using only natural ingredients indigenous to the Caribbean. Using Caribbean Essentials is in keeping with the Rockhouse philosophy of fusing all the natural goodness and beauty of the Caribbean to restore peace and harmony to our guests.

A favorite treatment is the Blue Mountain Coffee Scrub. This is a therapeutic, aromatic, synergy of a brew. Some of the curative ingredients in this amazing scrub include Blue Mountain coffee blended with orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, a hint of vanilla, and a good helping of brown sugar. It is an ideal detoxifying and exfoliating scrub.

The Caribbean Drench performed in its cliff-edge signature location, is designed to mimic a Caribbean rainfall experience. Spa treatments are normally undertaken in our brand new Spa Pavilion or in the cabanas on-the-rocks, are also available in-room. Advance bookings are strongly recommended. Almost all of our treatments are available to be conducted simultaneously as a couple; our treatment rooms are designed to accommodate two treatment beds and two therapists working side by side.

Indulge in the Rockhouse Spa Package offers below:

Year Round Packages include Honeymoon and Wedding offerings.

Seasonal Packages

  • Winter Element "Clear Thoughts & Energizing" Package (December 21st - March 21st)
  • Valentine's Vibes "I Love You from Top to Toe" Package (February)
  • Spring Element "Detoxification" Package (March 21st - June 21st)
  • The Rockhouse Lady "Mother's Day" Package (May)
  • The Rockhouse Gentleman "Father's Day" Package (June)
  • Fire Element "Summer Indulgence" Package (June 21st - September 21st)
  • Rockhouse "Fall Celebration" Package (September 1st - October 31st)
  • Autumn Metal Element "Equinox" Spa Package (September 21st - December 21st)

Rockhouse Spa

The brand new Spa Pavilion at Rockhouse is an organic, temple-like structure surrounded by lush gardens and compliments the cliff-edge treatment cabanas. The philosophy is a simple, holistic approach to well-being, health and happiness, with a natural Jamaican style. At the Rockhouse Spa, the focus is on relaxing and healing your system, allowing you to rejuvenate.

The Spa is guided by Linda Hall, a Caribbean-based international spa consultant, natural product and treatment designer, and instructor of holistic spa therapy philosophy. Linda's 25+ years of experience in the U.K. and throughout the Caribbean is imparted to certified massage technicians who receive constant training to keep them updated on the latest developments in techniques, equipment and products.

The Rockhouse Spa features a unique treatment menu developed exclusively for Rockhouse. According to Linda Hall, "In the same way the Rockhouse restaurant fuses the spices and foods that reflect the diverse history and people of Jamaica, the Spa fuses all the natural goodness and beauty of Jamaica, restoring peace and harmony to our guests". Rockhouse is the first Caribbean spa to feature Caribbean Essentials a new spa collection of completely natural spa products and treatment rituals. All the products are made locally using only natural ingredients indigenous to the Caribbean. Using Caribbean Essentials is in keeping with the Rockhouse philosophy of fusing all the natural goodness and beauty of the Caribbean to restore peace and harmony to our guests.

A favorite treatment is the Blue Mountain Coffee Scrub. This is a therapeutic, aromatic, synergy of a brew. Some of the curative ingredients in this amazing scrub include Blue Mountain coffee blended with orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, a hint of vanilla, and a good helping of brown sugar. It is an ideal detoxifying and exfoliating scrub.

The Caribbean Drench performed in its cliff-edge signature location, is designed to mimic a Caribbean rainfall experience. Spa treatments are normally undertaken in our brand new Spa Pavilion or in the cabanas on-the-rocks, are also available in-room. Advance bookings are strongly recommended. Almost all of our treatments are available to be conducted simultaneously as a couple; our treatment rooms are designed to accommodate two treatment beds and two therapists working side by side.

Indulge in the Rockhouse Spa Package offers below:

Year Round Packages include Honeymoon and Wedding offerings.

Seasonal Packages

  • Winter Element "Clear Thoughts & Energizing" Package (December 21st - March 21st)
  • Valentine's Vibes "I Love You from Top to Toe" Package (February)
  • Spring Element "Detoxification" Package (March 21st - June 21st)
  • The Rockhouse Lady "Mother's Day" Package (May)
  • The Rockhouse Gentleman "Father's Day" Package (June)
  • Fire Element "Summer Indulgence" Package (June 21st - September 21st)
  • Rockhouse "Fall Celebration" Package (September 1st - October 31st)
  • Autumn Metal Element "Equinox" Spa Package (September 21st - December 21st)

Rockhouse Spa

The brand new Spa Pavilion at Rockhouse is an organic, temple-like structure surrounded by lush gardens and compliments the cliff-edge treatment cabanas. The philosophy is a simple, holistic approach to well-being, health and happiness, with a natural Jamaican style. At the Rockhouse Spa, the focus is on relaxing and healing your system, allowing you to rejuvenate.

The Spa is guided by Linda Hall, a Caribbean-based international spa consultant, natural product and treatment designer, and instructor of holistic spa therapy philosophy. Linda's 25+ years of experience in the U.K. and throughout the Caribbean is imparted to certified massage technicians who receive constant training to keep them updated on the latest developments in techniques, equipment and products.

The Rockhouse Spa features a unique treatment menu developed exclusively for Rockhouse. According to Linda Hall, "In the same way the Rockhouse restaurant fuses the spices and foods that reflect the diverse history and people of Jamaica, the Spa fuses all the natural goodness and beauty of Jamaica, restoring peace and harmony to our guests". Rockhouse is the first Caribbean spa to feature Caribbean Essentials a new spa collection of completely natural spa products and treatment rituals. All the products are made locally using only natural ingredients indigenous to the Caribbean. Using Caribbean Essentials is in keeping with the Rockhouse philosophy of fusing all the natural goodness and beauty of the Caribbean to restore peace and harmony to our guests.

A favorite treatment is the Blue Mountain Coffee Scrub. This is a therapeutic, aromatic, synergy of a brew. Some of the curative ingredients in this amazing scrub include Blue Mountain coffee blended with orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, a hint of vanilla, and a good helping of brown sugar. It is an ideal detoxifying and exfoliating scrub.

The Caribbean Drench performed in its cliff-edge signature location, is designed to mimic a Caribbean rainfall experience. Spa treatments are normally undertaken in our brand new Spa Pavilion or in the cabanas on-the-rocks, are also available in-room. Advance bookings are strongly recommended. Almost all of our treatments are available to be conducted simultaneously as a couple; our treatment rooms are designed to accommodate two treatment beds and two therapists working side by side.

Indulge in the Rockhouse Spa Package offers below:

Year Round Packages include Honeymoon and Wedding offerings.

Seasonal Packages

  • Winter Element "Clear Thoughts & Energizing" Package (December 21st - March 21st)
  • Valentine's Vibes "I Love You from Top to Toe" Package (February)
  • Spring Element "Detoxification" Package (March 21st - June 21st)
  • The Rockhouse Lady "Mother's Day" Package (May)
  • The Rockhouse Gentleman "Father's Day" Package (June)
  • Fire Element "Summer Indulgence" Package (June 21st - September 21st)
  • Rockhouse "Fall Celebration" Package (September 1st - October 31st)
  • Autumn Metal Element "Equinox" Spa Package (September 21st - December 21st)

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Ali Provines

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Monique Mulai

The Palms Resort

Seasplash Resort

Charela Inn Hotel

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Kuyaba

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Negril Yoga Centre - Marcia Gordon

Firefly Beach Cottages

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Negril has become Jamaica's foremost beach town, evolving over the past decade along with the changing nature of the tourists who come to bask in the sun and adopt the island's pace. Today, world-class restaurants and lodging provide an alternative to the low-key guesthouses and seafood stalls that became the norm during Negril's transition from fishing village to tourist boomtown in the 1970s. What was once Jamaica's secret paradise is today the heart of the island's diversified tourist economy.

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jackie's on the Reef

Jackie's on the Reef

Jackie's on the Reef provides therapeutic body massage and yoga sessions.

Jackie's on the Reef

Jackie's on the Reef provides therapeutic body massage and yoga sessions.

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Montego Bay Fishing Tournament

A marlin competition that competes with the best fishing tournaments anywhere.

Montego Bay Fishing Tournament

A marlin competition that competes with the best fishing tournaments anywhere.

Montego Bay Fishing Tournament

A marlin competition that competes with the best fishing tournaments anywhere.

Montego Bay Fishing Tournament

A marlin competition that competes with the best fishing tournaments anywhere.

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Sobelio Boutique

Sobelio Boutique (Mon-Sat, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.) sells "fun, flirty, fabulous" female fashion. Sobelio specializes in comfortable, sexy semi-formal and casual attire for the woman looking to make a statement.

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Paul Washington

Negril Hill Golf Club

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Negril Crafts Market

Negril Craft Market

Negril Crafts Market (betwen the Negril Beach park and the river) has a wide variety of crafts, some better and more authentic than others. Sadly, an increasing production of the products on sale are made in china rather than locally produced.

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Negril Beach Park

Wavz Beach

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sexy rexy sunset cliff

MX3

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JamaicaTamboo

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Caymanas Park horse track

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Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Goat Hill

Goat Hill is one of the most over-the-top gorgeous villa properties in the greater Montego Bay area, and likely boasts the best view of the city itself. With only three bedrooms sleeping a total of six, the villa is perfect for intimate retreats with a few sets of couples. Lit tennis courts, a Jacuzzi, pool, open format and attentive staff make it a top-pick. It's also relatively affordable (US$7,000/week low season, US$8,000 high, US$9500 Christmas). Memberships at Round Hill, a luxury resort two-minute drive to the west with a private beach, and Tryall, a few minutes further west with one of Jamaica's top golf courses, and another private beach, are included.

Monte Carlo Gaming

Monte Carlo Gaming

A popular gaming lounge located on the grounds of the Terra Nova Hotel, opening hours (11 a.m.–4 a.m. Mon.–Fri., 11 a.m.–6 a.m. Sat.–Sun.)

Monte Carlo Gaming

A popular gaming lounge located on the grounds of the Terra Nova Hotel, opening hours (11 a.m.–4 a.m. Mon.–Fri., 11 a.m.–6 a.m. Sat.–Sun.)

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Nirvana (Zen)

Nirvana has become one of Jamaica’s most talked about and loved events for the Christmas, combining the affordability of a bottle party with the environment and extras you would expect from the most premier events. The bottle party....perfected! Invitations only.

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The InCrowd

Party this Christmas eve with the InCrowd, Mandeville’s new ultra all inclusive event. 

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Coffee Farm Tours

Moon Jamaica+Reservations offers the best of the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail in Express, Half-day and Full-day Blue Mountain Coffee Tour packages, with or without transport from Kingston. Please inquire if you need transport from elsewhere in Jamaica.

Express:
The Express Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour consists of the 1.5 hour tour at UCC Craighton Coffee Estate, which provides guests with an oral history of the revered bean in Jamaica alongside a sample of the farm's brew accompanied by coffee cake. The tour proceeds with a light hike through the coffee fields to a picturesque gazebo with views of the surrounding mountains and Kingston below. The tour concludes with a return to the historic great house where visitors view antiques and can purchase coffee to take home. The Express Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 2pm. What to bring: Comfortable shoes for hiking, bug dope and cash for a half-pound (USD 20) or a pound (USD 40) of beans.

Duration : 3 hours (including roundtrip travel time from Kingston)
Tour Rates: USD 25/adult, USD 15/child under 12
Transport: USD 100 for up to thee (3) passengers; add USD 25 for each additional passenger, USD 15 per child under 12

Half‐day:
The Half-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with the 1.5 hour tour of UCC Craighton Estate as described in the Express Tour above. The visit to Craighton is followed by the Lunch & Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a boutique producer of jams, hot sauces and preserves, all of them infused with honey produced on site in the farm's apiary. The gardens at Belcour are spectactular, with a citrus orchard, orchids galore and a spectacular collection of native and exotic plant species curated by Belcour Family Cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden, who lives on property with her husband Michael Lumsden. The Mammee River meanders through the lower reaches of the property where a swimming hole is fit for a cool dip. Prepare to have your palette tantalized. The Half-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and noon. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off, bug dope and cash for sauces and preserves (USD 5) and a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 5 hours
Tour Rates: USD 55/adult, USD 35/child under 12
Transport: USD 150 for up to three (3) passengers; add USD 35 for each additional passenger, USD 20 per child under 12

Full‐day:
The Full-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with a tour of UCC Craighton and is followed by the Lunch and Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge as described above in the Express and Half-Day tours. After lunch and relaxation in the gardens of Belcour, guests proceed to the Mavis Bank Coffee Factory, Jamaica's largest coffee processing plant, where a 45-minute tour lets visitors see firsthand how coffee is brought from more than 2,000 farms across the Blue and John Crow Mountains to be shucked, dried, sorted and roasted, or exported green in barrels, under the Jablum brand. The Full-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 9am. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off at Belcour, bug dope and cash for coffee (USD 20-40), sauces and preserves (USD 5) or a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 8 hours
Tour Rates: USD 75/adult, USD 50/child under 12
Transport: USD 200 for up to 3 adults; add USD 50 per each additional adult, USD 30 per child under 12

Coffee Farm Tours

Moon Jamaica+Reservations offers the best of the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail in Express, Half-day and Full-day Blue Mountain Coffee Tour packages, with or without transport from Kingston. Please inquire if you need transport from elsewhere in Jamaica.

Express:
The Express Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour consists of the 1.5 hour tour at UCC Craighton Coffee Estate, which provides guests with an oral history of the revered bean in Jamaica alongside a sample of the farm's brew accompanied by coffee cake. The tour proceeds with a light hike through the coffee fields to a picturesque gazebo with views of the surrounding mountains and Kingston below. The tour concludes with a return to the historic great house where visitors view antiques and can purchase coffee to take home. The Express Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 2pm. What to bring: Comfortable shoes for hiking, bug dope and cash for a half-pound (USD 20) or a pound (USD 40) of beans.

Duration : 3 hours (including roundtrip travel time from Kingston)
Tour Rates: USD 25/adult, USD 15/child under 12
Transport: USD 100 for up to thee (3) passengers; add USD 25 for each additional passenger, USD 15 per child under 12

Half‐day:
The Half-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with the 1.5 hour tour of UCC Craighton Estate as described in the Express Tour above. The visit to Craighton is followed by the Lunch & Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a boutique producer of jams, hot sauces and preserves, all of them infused with honey produced on site in the farm's apiary. The gardens at Belcour are spectactular, with a citrus orchard, orchids galore and a spectacular collection of native and exotic plant species curated by Belcour Family Cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden, who lives on property with her husband Michael Lumsden. The Mammee River meanders through the lower reaches of the property where a swimming hole is fit for a cool dip. Prepare to have your palette tantalized. The Half-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and noon. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off, bug dope and cash for sauces and preserves (USD 5) and a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 5 hours
Tour Rates: USD 55/adult, USD 35/child under 12
Transport: USD 150 for up to three (3) passengers; add USD 35 for each additional passenger, USD 20 per child under 12

Full‐day:
The Full-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with a tour of UCC Craighton and is followed by the Lunch and Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge as described above in the Express and Half-Day tours. After lunch and relaxation in the gardens of Belcour, guests proceed to the Mavis Bank Coffee Factory, Jamaica's largest coffee processing plant, where a 45-minute tour lets visitors see firsthand how coffee is brought from more than 2,000 farms across the Blue and John Crow Mountains to be shucked, dried, sorted and roasted, or exported green in barrels, under the Jablum brand. The Full-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 9am. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off at Belcour, bug dope and cash for coffee (USD 20-40), sauces and preserves (USD 5) or a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 8 hours
Tour Rates: USD 75/adult, USD 50/child under 12
Transport: USD 200 for up to 3 adults; add USD 50 per each additional adult, USD 30 per child under 12

Coffee Farm Tours

Moon Jamaica+Reservations offers the best of the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail in Express, Half-day and Full-day Blue Mountain Coffee Tour packages, with or without transport from Kingston. Please inquire if you need transport from elsewhere in Jamaica.

Express:
The Express Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour consists of the 1.5 hour tour at UCC Craighton Coffee Estate, which provides guests with an oral history of the revered bean in Jamaica alongside a sample of the farm's brew accompanied by coffee cake. The tour proceeds with a light hike through the coffee fields to a picturesque gazebo with views of the surrounding mountains and Kingston below. The tour concludes with a return to the historic great house where visitors view antiques and can purchase coffee to take home. The Express Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 2pm. What to bring: Comfortable shoes for hiking, bug dope and cash for a half-pound (USD 20) or a pound (USD 40) of beans.

Duration : 3 hours (including roundtrip travel time from Kingston)
Tour Rates: USD 25/adult, USD 15/child under 12
Transport: USD 100 for up to thee (3) passengers; add USD 25 for each additional passenger, USD 15 per child under 12

Half‐day:
The Half-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with the 1.5 hour tour of UCC Craighton Estate as described in the Express Tour above. The visit to Craighton is followed by the Lunch & Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a boutique producer of jams, hot sauces and preserves, all of them infused with honey produced on site in the farm's apiary. The gardens at Belcour are spectactular, with a citrus orchard, orchids galore and a spectacular collection of native and exotic plant species curated by Belcour Family Cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden, who lives on property with her husband Michael Lumsden. The Mammee River meanders through the lower reaches of the property where a swimming hole is fit for a cool dip. Prepare to have your palette tantalized. The Half-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and noon. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off, bug dope and cash for sauces and preserves (USD 5) and a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 5 hours
Tour Rates: USD 55/adult, USD 35/child under 12
Transport: USD 150 for up to three (3) passengers; add USD 35 for each additional passenger, USD 20 per child under 12

Full‐day:
The Full-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with a tour of UCC Craighton and is followed by the Lunch and Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge as described above in the Express and Half-Day tours. After lunch and relaxation in the gardens of Belcour, guests proceed to the Mavis Bank Coffee Factory, Jamaica's largest coffee processing plant, where a 45-minute tour lets visitors see firsthand how coffee is brought from more than 2,000 farms across the Blue and John Crow Mountains to be shucked, dried, sorted and roasted, or exported green in barrels, under the Jablum brand. The Full-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 9am. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off at Belcour, bug dope and cash for coffee (USD 20-40), sauces and preserves (USD 5) or a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 8 hours
Tour Rates: USD 75/adult, USD 50/child under 12
Transport: USD 200 for up to 3 adults; add USD 50 per each additional adult, USD 30 per child under 12

Coffee Farm Tours

Moon Jamaica+Reservations offers the best of the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail in Express, Half-day and Full-day Blue Mountain Coffee Tour packages, with or without transport from Kingston. Please inquire if you need transport from elsewhere in Jamaica.

Express:
The Express Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour consists of the 1.5 hour tour at UCC Craighton Coffee Estate, which provides guests with an oral history of the revered bean in Jamaica alongside a sample of the farm's brew accompanied by coffee cake. The tour proceeds with a light hike through the coffee fields to a picturesque gazebo with views of the surrounding mountains and Kingston below. The tour concludes with a return to the historic great house where visitors view antiques and can purchase coffee to take home. The Express Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 2pm. What to bring: Comfortable shoes for hiking, bug dope and cash for a half-pound (USD 20) or a pound (USD 40) of beans.

Duration : 3 hours (including roundtrip travel time from Kingston)
Tour Rates: USD 25/adult, USD 15/child under 12
Transport: USD 100 for up to thee (3) passengers; add USD 25 for each additional passenger, USD 15 per child under 12

Half‐day:
The Half-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with the 1.5 hour tour of UCC Craighton Estate as described in the Express Tour above. The visit to Craighton is followed by the Lunch & Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge, home of Belcour Preserves, a boutique producer of jams, hot sauces and preserves, all of them infused with honey produced on site in the farm's apiary. The gardens at Belcour are spectactular, with a citrus orchard, orchids galore and a spectacular collection of native and exotic plant species curated by Belcour Family Cookbook author Robin Lim Lumsden, who lives on property with her husband Michael Lumsden. The Mammee River meanders through the lower reaches of the property where a swimming hole is fit for a cool dip. Prepare to have your palette tantalized. The Half-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and noon. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off, bug dope and cash for sauces and preserves (USD 5) and a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 5 hours
Tour Rates: USD 55/adult, USD 35/child under 12
Transport: USD 150 for up to three (3) passengers; add USD 35 for each additional passenger, USD 20 per child under 12

Full‐day:
The Full-Day Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Tour begins with a tour of UCC Craighton and is followed by the Lunch and Garden Tour at Belcour Lodge as described above in the Express and Half-Day tours. After lunch and relaxation in the gardens of Belcour, guests proceed to the Mavis Bank Coffee Factory, Jamaica's largest coffee processing plant, where a 45-minute tour lets visitors see firsthand how coffee is brought from more than 2,000 farms across the Blue and John Crow Mountains to be shucked, dried, sorted and roasted, or exported green in barrels, under the Jablum brand. The Full-Day Tour is booked by reservation only (deposit required) and can be scheduled to begin any day of the week departing Kingston between 8am and 9am. What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and towel if you plan to cool off at Belcour, bug dope and cash for coffee (USD 20-40), sauces and preserves (USD 5) or a cookbook (USD 100).

Duration: 8 hours
Tour Rates: USD 75/adult, USD 50/child under 12
Transport: USD 200 for up to 3 adults; add USD 50 per each additional adult, USD 30 per child under 12

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Smirnoff DayDreams

 One of the first premium all-inclusive day party of its kind in Jamaica and has been praised as the premiere day party each year catering Jamaica’s most sophisticated party enthusiasts. The event is held at the Caymanas Estate, Kingston.  

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

OPA Greek Restaurant & Lounge

A Greek Restaurant and chill Lounge located just above the Bob Marley Museum on Hope Road Kingston, offering diners a variety of delectable Mediterranean cuisine and wines. 

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GT Extravaganza

G.T Taylor presents the annual reggae Christmas Extravaganza at the independence park, Black River, St. Elizabeth, featuring performances by some of Jamaica’s top reggae artists.  

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Keniesha Brown

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Jahva Cafe

Jahva Cafe (Mon-Tues, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-5 a.m. closed Sun) serves coffee, light meals like bagels, wraps, sandwiches and paninis as well as pastries (US$3-10) and offers patrons free WiFi. Coffee is provided by the Stoneleigh estate in the Blue Mountains.

 

Jahva Cafe

Jahva Cafe (Mon-Tues, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-5 a.m. closed Sun) serves coffee, light meals like bagels, wraps, sandwiches and paninis as well as pastries (US$3-10) and offers patrons free WiFi. Coffee is provided by the Stoneleigh estate in the Blue Mountains.

 

Jahva Cafe

Jahva Cafe (Mon-Tues, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-5 a.m. closed Sun) serves coffee, light meals like bagels, wraps, sandwiches and paninis as well as pastries (US$3-10) and offers patrons free WiFi. Coffee is provided by the Stoneleigh estate in the Blue Mountains.

 

Jahva Cafe

Jahva Cafe (Mon-Tues, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-11 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-5 a.m. closed Sun) serves coffee, light meals like bagels, wraps, sandwiches and paninis as well as pastries (US$3-10) and offers patrons free WiFi. Coffee is provided by the Stoneleigh estate in the Blue Mountains.

 

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Majestic Sushi & Grill

Majestic Sushi & Grill was built on the success of Taka's East Japanese Restaurant and shares the top-ranking for Japanese food in Jamaica. In fact, Majestic has outdone east when it comes to decor and ambiance, located at Villa Ronai, which many might have suspected would be a tough sell given it's by no means centrally located. The allure of quality food brings Kingstonians and the expat crowd in droves, however, where grilled teppanyaki cuisine complements the same top-notch sushi and sashimi found at East. Appetizers run US$8-18, entrees US$14-30.

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Beirut

Beirut Meditteranean Cuisine (hrs) offers authentic Lebanese dishes like... (US$8-25)

Beirut

Beirut Meditteranean Cuisine (hrs) offers authentic Lebanese dishes like... (US$8-25)

Beirut

Beirut Meditteranean Cuisine (hrs) offers authentic Lebanese dishes like... (US$8-25)

M10 Bar and Grill

M10 Bar Grill

Great food good music in an open air setting, M10 Bar and Grill is a must stop when in Jamaica. Enjoy delectable meals prepared by award winning chef Mrs. Claudette Tenn.

The Deck

The Deck (open daily from 4:30 p.m. until the last person leaves) is a large venue with a boat motif. Fishing nets hang from what was once the roof of an auto garage. There are a few billiards tables and a decent bar food menu (US$4–15). Friday’s after-work jam is popular, and weekend nights are generally busy when music blares and patrons are occasionally inspired to dance.

Barbican Beach Bar

Barbican Beach Bar

Kingston’s beach in the city, Barbican Beach is the perfect weekend hang-out spot or after-work chill spop opening hours (Mon-sun 8:00 am – 12:00 am).

Macau Gaming Lounge & Bar

Macau Gaming Lounge & Bar

Macau comes equipped with a high-tech gaming lounge, bar and restaurant.

Pepper's Lounge & Grill

Pepper's Lounge & Gril

Peppers (Tues–Sun 6:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.) is more a draw for its bar, often lively with booming dancehall, than for its food.

 

 

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Ethiopian Christmas

Rastafarians from across Jamaica gather at several venues (varies from year to year) for the Ethiopian Christmas celebration which is believed to be and celebrated on January 7th. 

Cuddy'z Sports Bar and Restaurant

Owned by the famous Courtney A. Walsh (former international cricketer), Cuddy’z is a high-tech sports bar with over 55 big screens. The restaurant/bar is a great hang-out spot, with its unique list of sports themed dishes and drinks. 

Triple Century Sports Bar and Restaurant

Triple Century Sports Bar and Restaurant

The Chris Gayle (Jamaican cricketer and former captain of the West Indies test side) owned sports bar and restaurant is one of Kingston’s favorite hang-out spots, opeing hours (Mon - Wed: 11:00 am - 12:00 am, Thu - Sat: 11:00 am - 2:00 am, Sun: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am)

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Max Romeo All-White Party

The veteran reggae great celebrates his life and music with a concert, selectors, guest artists and friends.

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Restaurant Week

One of the best times of year to sample the island's culinary offering, Restaurant Week is staged by Jamaica's leading newspaper together with ....

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French Connection "Sparkle"

A New Years Eve party hosted at the Caymanas Polo Club, equipped with a drink-all-you-can-bar, ballrooms and topped off with a grand fireworks show at midnight. 

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Flex Week

A week of pure entertainment, hosted in two cities and featuring ten scheduled events. Rum Bar Flex Week is quickly becoming one of Jamaica’s most anticipated chains of events. 

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International Marlin Tournament

The Port Antonio Marlin Tournament attracts competitors from all over the world competing to see who can catch the largest blue marlin fish. The all day event includes a reception, parties, canoe races and other water sports to keep the fun going for non-fishermen.

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Port Royal Seafood Festival

Grace Tropical Rhythms Port Royal Seafood Festival is easily one of the hottest entertainment and cultural calendar event in Kingston.

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Jamaica Heritage Fest

Heritage Fest is an annual festival celebrating Jamaica’s diverse hertitage, with food, music dance and music.

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Freshers Fete

The University of the West Indies hosts one of the most anticipated college party Freshers Fete, which is made to kick-start the academic year. 

Kingsley Cooper +1 (876) 968-1089

Caribbean Model Search

Caribbean Model Search (CMS) is a an annual competition held by Pulse Global 360 to discover new talent. The event typically features runway modeling, dance and live music entertainment.

Miss Jamaica Word +1 (876)927-5953

Miss Jamaica World

A beauty pageant that selects contestants to represent Jamaica internationally in the Miss World beauty pageant.

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Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

Dream Weekend

Dream Weekend is an annual week-long getaway headlined by Jamaica's most popular events and fused with a high energy vibe like no other. The international music festival takes place in Negril at the height of summer between national holidays that celebrate Emancipation from slavery and Jamaica's Independence from the British.

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Summer. Playground. Fantasy (SPF) Weekend.

SPF Weekend is Jamaica's ultimate summer party weekend, featuring Jamaica's hottest summer parties from Aug 2 to 5th in St. Ann, Jamaica. Hosted by Jamaica’s hottest disk jockeys, limited entry.  

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St. Mary Mi Come From

An annual charity stage-show promoted by cultural artiste, Capleton, and have since grown to be recognized as one of the most anticipated calendar events locally.An annual charity stage-show promoted by cultural artiste, Capleton, and have since grown to be recognized as one of the most anticipated calendar events locally. An annual charity stage-show promoted by cultural artiste, Capleton, and have since grown to be recognized as one of the most anticipated calendar events locally. 

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Emancipation Day

A holiday celebrated with island-wide festivities most pronounced in Negril and Kingston to highlight Jamaica’s emancipation from slavery and independence from Britain. For some, the holiday is a time of relaxation at home with the family but for others it's a week of non-stop partying.

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Little Ochie Seafood Festival

 Little Ochie Seafood Festival is an annual event held at Jamaica’s number one seafood lovers place Little Ochie, where patrons come from near and far each year to enjoy tasty seafood dishes.

Jamaica Agricultural Society

Denbigh Agricultural Show

An event held to showcase the best in the Agricultural, Industrial and Food sector, while facilitating business links for our local farmers. The show serves as a constant reminder to us of what we have achieved in the agricultural sector. Patrons attending the three day event will enjoy a number of scheduled activities by local groups; the children and family hub; the tourism linkages hub; the health and wellness hub and more.

Emancipation Jubilee

The annual Jubilee is a major national celebration organised by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust, in honour of the African ancestors and their contribution to the free society that Jamaicans now enjoy.  Activities will include musical presentations, which will showcase various aspects of the Jamaican culture, including kumina and other traditional rituals, also several gospel and reggae artistes

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Reggae Marathon Limited

Reggae Marathon Limited

Reggae Marathon Limited

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Reggae Marathon

A marathon, half Marathon and 10K that starts at Long Bay Beach Park at the southern end of  Negril’s  Seven-Mile Beach. The course takes runners along Norman Manley Boulevard northward on flat roads. It's as much an excuse to go to Jamaica as it is a serious competition for most who participate.

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Reggae Sumfest

The largest reggae festival held in jamaica spanning three nights, Sumfest is a Montego Bay institution. It features rising and proven Jamaican reggae artistes as well as international musicians.

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Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

An event held to promote and showcase distinguished International as well as Jamaican and Caribbean Jazz musicians/artists. Its format is one of a kind and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of '‘Classical Black Music and America's First Art Form". With an entertaining line up of Classical jazz music/artiste hosted in a warm friendly environment, it’s a event the entire family can enjoy. 

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

An event held to promote and showcase distinguished International as well as Jamaican and Caribbean Jazz musicians/artists. Its format is one of a kind and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of '‘Classical Black Music and America's First Art Form". With an entertaining line up of Classical jazz music/artiste hosted in a warm friendly environment, it’s a event the entire family can enjoy. 

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

An event held to promote and showcase distinguished International as well as Jamaican and Caribbean Jazz musicians/artists. Its format is one of a kind and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of '‘Classical Black Music and America's First Art Form". With an entertaining line up of Classical jazz music/artiste hosted in a warm friendly environment, it’s a event the entire family can enjoy. 

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

An event held to promote and showcase distinguished International as well as Jamaican and Caribbean Jazz musicians/artists. Its format is one of a kind and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of '‘Classical Black Music and America's First Art Form". With an entertaining line up of Classical jazz music/artiste hosted in a warm friendly environment, it’s a event the entire family can enjoy. 

Romae Gordon

Jamaica Observer

Jamaica Observer Food Awards

The Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards, the brainchild of larger-than-life fashionista, food critic, and Jamaica Observer lifestyle editor, Novia McDonald-Whyte, was established in 1998 to celebrate excellence in culinary presentation. It affords patrons an opportunity to taste what's new and different in Jamaica's food industry, with over 60 booths showcasing the country's scrumptious offerings, from the tried-and-true jerk sauces, rum, and Blue Mountain Coffee, to more exotic offerings. Top winners are awarded two full scholarships each year to the Hospitality Department at the University of Technology with 20-odd awards presented to establishments that have excelled. Dubbed "The Caribbean's Oscar Night of Food", the event is held on the east lawns of Devon House in late May each year. Tickets run about US$100.

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Western Consciousness

The one night event is dedicated to conscious reggae music delivered by some of Jamaica’s finest reggae vocalist in the busines : Hugh “Beres” Hammond, Marcia Griffiths, Freddie McGregor, Charlie Chaplin just to name a few.

Jake's Hotel, Treasure Beach

Jake’s Annual Triathlon

An iconic Off-Road Triathlon in the undiscovered south cost of Jamaica taking u through rugged hills, winding trails and pristine beaches to complete a : 350M swim/25K bike/7K run. It has been Voted as the top 5 Off-Road Races in the World - Triathlete Magazine.

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Bacchanal Road March

Bacchanal Road March is Jamaica’s version of Trinidad's famous carnaval, where patrons take part in a vibrant procession throughout the streets of New Kingston and Half-Way-Tree. Patrons dress in colorful costumes representing the theme of the year, chug booze and dance to the overproof rhythms of carnival remixes provided by the trucks.
 

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Claremont Kite Festival

The Melrose kite festival held in Claremont St. Ann is a family fun day hosted in a clean, family oriented environment.  Every year thousands of Jamaicans and visitors/tourist turn up to enjoy an exciting day of kite watching, building and flying, along with rides and other entertainments.

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Kite Festival

It’s believed to be one of Jamaica’s biggest family friendly events, providing the perfect opportunity for families to get together and enjoy a fun packed day in an inexpensive manor.  The one day event is held on a holiday (Easter Monday) and offers a combination of food, activities and a grand stage show featuring Jamaica’s top artistes.  

Hugh Dixon

Trelawny Yam Festival

A celebration held  in the main square of Albert Town, Trelawny to honour the Yam, which is believed to be one of Jamaica’s most popular foods.  In the south Trelawny area of Jamaica the yam is a huge part of the livelihood and economy, this is what sparked the idea for this festival. It was originally a way to raise money for local farmers and support the local community. Since then it has grown, attracting Jamaicans and visitors/tourist from all walks of life.

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Croissants Unlimited

Belgian proprietor vera makes the best croissants in the northeast, if not Jamaica, and that's from French Canadians. Chocolate, almond, original (plain) and ham and cheese (US$1.25-1.50 each).

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Bacchanal Beach J'ouvert

Jamaica's biggest bacchanal beach party is hosted at James Bond Beach, in Oracabessa Bay. It's non-stop bacchanal as revelers wine up and throw paint on one another from afternoon late into the night, with performances by top soca stars and antics on stage to keep the crowd going wild. Don't wear you're finest clothes unless you want them tie-dyed by the end of the night. Tickets are available in Kingston, Ocho Rios and at the gate (US$15). Drinks inclusive.

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Spring Orchid show

Jamaica's top annual orchid show with particapants from the  Jamaica Orchid  society showcasing countless varieties of nature's most incredible flowers.

Gayle / Colin Hibbert

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Miss Jamaica Universe

Miss Jamaica Universe is a beauty pageant that selects the contestant to represent Jamaica internationally in the Miss Universe beauty pageant.

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Accompong Maroon Festival

Accompong Maroon Festival is a cultural event held to honor the victory of the first Maroon War againist the British, and the signing of the peace treaty which granted them freedom over two centuries ago. The festival features singing, dancing, acting, food and musical entertainment to highlight and celebrate the bravery of their Maroon ancestors.

Ocho Rios and the Central North Coast Highlights

Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls: The best-maintained waterfalls and garden combo in Ocho Rios handsomely exemplifies St. Ann’s motto of “The Garden Parish”.

Wassi Art: Jamaica’s most commercially successful ceramics studio uses local terra cotta and imported white clay to create exceptional works.

Bob Marley Mausoleum: Seeing the humble roots of Jamaica’s greatest prodigal son goes miles towards cultivating overstanding.

James Bond Beach: Jutting out from the mainland near Goldeneye, this beach park holds popular events, and visitors can swim at Stingray City.

Firefly: Noel Coward’s “room with a view” is easily one of the best in Jamaica, if not the Caribbean.

Green Castle Estate: There is no better way to immerse yourself in Jamaica’s languid country life than with the orchid tour and high tea in Robin’s Bay..

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Tutti Frutti

Serves up (Mon - Thu: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm , Fri: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm, Sat - Sun: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm) a wide variety of frozen yogurt flavors sold by the pound (US$10 - credit cards accepted) with toppings (sold separately per flavor)  galore to choose from. A quirky interactive-experience-based alternative to local ice cream stalwart I-Scream at Devon House. Tutti opened at Barbican Centre in 2014, opportunely just as Haagen-Dazs shuttered its doors in the same plaza only to be reincarnated as Wendy's.

To get there with public transport,, go to the last stop on the #74 bus from Half-Way-Tree or the #76 bus from Downtown.

Blue Mountains Highlights

Belcour Lodge: This colonial-era home offers a culinary garden tour not to be missed by foodies and horticulturalists.

Strawberry Hill: One of Island Outpost's gems, this boutique hotel boasts spectacular views and a fascinating history.

Alex Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate: This stands out as one of the most spectacular coffee estates in Jamaica for its location and the quality of its beans.

Holywell National Park: Less strenuous to reach than Blue Mountain Peak, Holywell is a pleasant park at Hardwar gap with amazing views and meandering trails great for exercise and birding.

Blue Mountain Peak: Blue Mountain Peak offers Jamaica's top view: Hikers typically set out early to be at the top for sunrise, when skies tend to be clear.

Mandeville and the South Coast Highlights

Lower Black River Morass: As one of Jamaica's largest wetlands, this mangrove and swamp is home to a variety of unique animals and plantlife.

Pelican Bar: Located on a sandbar about 1.5 kilometers offshore, this is the best place to spend an afternoon snorkeling and eating fresh fish.

Font Hill Beach Park and Wildlife Sanctuary: An excellent beach park with a small, coral-lined, fine-sand beach and picnic facilities bordering miles of unspoiled coast. (presently closed)

Y.S. Falls: The best-managed waterfall attraction in Jamaica offers swimming, tubing, and a heart-thumping zipline.

Bamboo Avenue: A strip of road planted with giant bamboo groves shades jelly coconut and peanut vendors, making this a fantastic refreshment stop.

Appleton Estate: Jamaica's most popular rum tour features the country's most important and timeless export at the distillery of its most recognized brand.

Negril and the West Highlights

Seven-Mile Beach: Seven-Mile Beach is great for long walks into the sunset.

Royal Palm Reserve: Home to the Morass species of palm, found nowhere else, the reserve is also an important habitat for a slew of domestic and migratory birds.

Dolphin Head Mountain: The small mountain range near Lucea claims some of Jamaica's highest rates of biodiversity and endemic species.

Half Moon Beach: A languid horseshoe-shaped beach 15 minutes' drive east of Negril has fine sand and undeveloped coastline, reef, and islands.

Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden: One of Jamaica's most picturesque blue holes sits in a lush garden near the source of Roaring River.

Mayfield Falls: The best waterfalls attraction in Westmoreland, Mayfield is easily accessible and a good day's fun.

Port Antonio & the East Coast Highlights

Errol Flynn Marina: This world-class facility in the heart of Port Antonio has a sea wall lined with flowers and benches.

Bonnie View: No degree of dilapidation to the remains of one of Errol Flynn's grand hotels can take away its view.

Winnifred Beach: One of Portland's finest beaches also has great seafood at Cynthia's. Winnifred is a popular gathering place for locals and is especially crowded on Sundays.

Folly Mansion: A perfect metaphor for the state of Portland's boom-to-bust tradition, Folly is still impressive even as it lies in ruins.

Blue Hole: Popularly known as the Blue Lagoon, a 55-meter-deep freshwater spring wells up in a protected cove to mix with the warm tide.

Reach Falls: Dotted with caves and crystal-clear pools, the island's most exciting waterfalls carve through a lush valley.

Upper Rio Grande Valley: Home base for the Windward Maroons, the wide river valley has a rich history and some of the island's most unspoiled wilderness.

Bath Hot Springs: Said to cure all manner of diseases, the hot springs and baths are never crowded and provide rejuvenating relaxation.

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Save the Dream

The first annual benefit concert and dance performance for charity organized by Kameica Reid, one of Jamaica's top dancers and choreographers. Proceeds benefit Edna Manley arts school scholarships.

Montego Bay & the Northwest Highlights

Richmond Hill: With the best view over Mobay -- and a hotel, bar, and restaurant rich in history and ambience -- this is a choice spot for a sunset cocktail.

Gallery of West Indian Art: Not only does it have an excellent collection of Jamaican work, but there are Cuban and Haitian paintings as well.

Rose Hall Great House: There's perhaps no great house as ominous and grand, and the spirit of White Witch Annie Palmer can still be felt.

Greenwood Great House: One of the most beautiful and true-to-its-day estate houses in Jamaica, it played a central role in the island's sugar history.

Doctors Cave Beach: Center stage on Mobay's Hip Strip, this is the best spot to see and be seen on weekends. It's also the site of monthly full-moon parties.

Falmouth: Considered one of the world's best examples of a Georgian town, it's changed little from its boom years at the height of the island's sugar trade.

Queen of Spain Valley: Home to a 810-hectare citrus plantation, ceramics studio, and luxury retreat, it's worth every bit of bad road covered on the way.
 

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Port Royal Seafood Festival

Seafood and music in Port Royal.

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Oktoberfest

The Jamaican-German society celebrates 60-plus years of existence with this annual beer and food extravananza.

Oktoberfest

The Jamaican-German society celebrates 60-plus years of existence with this annual beer and food extravananza.

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Full Black

Sizzla Kalonji will be among the headliners at this year's rendition of Full Black. Other booked acts include Beenie Man, Lady Saw, Sizzla, Ninja Man, Elephant Man, and Kip Rich. The show is slated to begin at 9 p.m., an incredibly early hour for a Jamaican stage show, and one that aims to avoid the anger patrons felt in past years when the concert "lock-off" before many of the headlining artistes could perform.

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Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica

Your best bet for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddle boarding and scuba in Montego Bay is with Water Network Jamaiaca, managed by Judith Ferger with instructors Brian Schurton and Andrew Davis. Based at Sea Castles just past Rose Hall and the Montego Bay Convention Centre heading east. Introductory lessons start at US$180 for three hours, all-day rentals at US$290.

Hidden Beaches and Hillside Hikes

Hikes, bird-watching, secluded beaches, and mangrove tours are indispensable to a greater appreciation of Jamaica's natural wonders. Jamaica is a relatively small island, and can be traversed in about five hours without stopping, but the diversity and ruggedness of the island's landscape makes it exhausting to try to fit in too much.

Transportation is an important consideration when planning an eco-vacation, as many of the less-visited sights are remote and require a rental car or driver. Excursions into remote parts of Cockpit Country and the Blue Mountains require a four-wheel-drive vehicle, but for most places SUVs are not necessary and the expense is not justified.

Day 1

Arrive in Montego Bay and head directly to Good Hope Plantation in Trelawny. Spend a few hours on the beach at Silver Sands or Harmony Cove before a relaxing dinner in the great house.

Day 2

Explore Cockpit Country on horseback in the morning, with lunch back at the Great House. Head to Burwood Beach in the afternoon for windsurfing or kiteboarding, before a casual dinner at Time 'N' Place nearby.

Day 3

Depart in the morning for Negril, stopping at Half Moon Beach for lunch and a dip. Continue on to Tensing Pen to spend the afternoon jumping off the cliffs and relaxing by the pool.

Day 4

Depart for Belmont stopping at Bongo's Farm for a jelly coconut, hike up the hill, and eat lunch at the Black Star Line before heading to Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden. Spend the night at Horizon or Culloden Cove in Belmont or Whitehouse, and squeeze in some snorkeling before sunset.

Day 5

Depart for the Blue Mountains, stopping in Black River for a morning kayak or pontoon boat safari to see the crocs, then stop by Y.S. Falls for an early afternoon dip, before hitting the road. Overnight at Forres Park in Mavis Bank, Lime Tree Farm, or Whitfield Hall.

Day 6

Rise early for a hike up Blue Mountain Peak. Descend by early afternoon and head to Woodside for your last two nights.

Day 7

Hike the trails of Holywell, or visit Cinchona Botanical Gardens in the morning, then visit the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate for a tour and to pick up some beans to take home. Have dinner at The Gap Café, Strawberry Hill, or back at Woodside.

Day 8

Rise early for the drive back to Montego Bay, stopping in Ocho Rios for a dip at the Blue Hole on the White River or at One Love Trail on the seaside, followed by a garden tour at Coyaba Gardens. Leave Ochi in time for an evening departure from Mobay's Sangster International.

Hidden Beaches and Hillside Hikes

Hikes, bird-watching, secluded beaches, and mangrove tours are indispensable to a greater appreciation of Jamaica's natural wonders. Jamaica is a relatively small island, and can be traversed in about five hours without stopping, but the diversity and ruggedness of the island's landscape makes it exhausting to try to fit in too much.

Transportation is an important consideration when planning an eco-vacation, as many of the less-visited sights are remote and require a rental car or driver. Excursions into remote parts of Cockpit Country and the Blue Mountains require a four-wheel-drive vehicle, but for most places SUVs are not necessary and the expense is not justified.

Day 1

Arrive in Montego Bay and head directly to Good Hope Plantation in Trelawny. Spend a few hours on the beach at Silver Sands or Harmony Cove before a relaxing dinner in the great house.

Day 2

Explore Cockpit Country on horseback in the morning, with lunch back at the Great House. Head to Burwood Beach in the afternoon for windsurfing or kiteboarding, before a casual dinner at Time 'N' Place nearby.

Day 3

Depart in the morning for Negril, stopping at Half Moon Beach for lunch and a dip. Continue on to Tensing Pen to spend the afternoon jumping off the cliffs and relaxing by the pool.

Day 4

Depart for Belmont stopping at Bongo's Farm for a jelly coconut, hike up the hill, and eat lunch at the Black Star Line before heading to Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden. Spend the night at Horizon or Culloden Cove in Belmont or Whitehouse, and squeeze in some snorkeling before sunset.

Day 5

Depart for the Blue Mountains, stopping in Black River for a morning kayak or pontoon boat safari to see the crocs, then stop by Y.S. Falls for an early afternoon dip, before hitting the road. Overnight at Forres Park in Mavis Bank, Lime Tree Farm, or Whitfield Hall.

Day 6

Rise early for a hike up Blue Mountain Peak. Descend by early afternoon and head to Woodside for your last two nights.

Day 7

Hike the trails of Holywell, or visit Cinchona Botanical Gardens in the morning, then visit the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate for a tour and to pick up some beans to take home. Have dinner at The Gap Café, Strawberry Hill, or back at Woodside.

Day 8

Rise early for the drive back to Montego Bay, stopping in Ocho Rios for a dip at the Blue Hole on the White River or at One Love Trail on the seaside, followed by a garden tour at Coyaba Gardens. Leave Ochi in time for an evening departure from Mobay's Sangster International.

Hidden Beaches and Hillside Hikes

Hikes, bird-watching, secluded beaches, and mangrove tours are indispensable to a greater appreciation of Jamaica's natural wonders. Jamaica is a relatively small island, and can be traversed in about five hours without stopping, but the diversity and ruggedness of the island's landscape makes it exhausting to try to fit in too much.

Transportation is an important consideration when planning an eco-vacation, as many of the less-visited sights are remote and require a rental car or driver. Excursions into remote parts of Cockpit Country and the Blue Mountains require a four-wheel-drive vehicle, but for most places SUVs are not necessary and the expense is not justified.

Day 1

Arrive in Montego Bay and head directly to Good Hope Plantation in Trelawny. Spend a few hours on the beach at Silver Sands or Harmony Cove before a relaxing dinner in the great house.

Day 2

Explore Cockpit Country on horseback in the morning, with lunch back at the Great House. Head to Burwood Beach in the afternoon for windsurfing or kiteboarding, before a casual dinner at Time 'N' Place nearby.

Day 3

Depart in the morning for Negril, stopping at Half Moon Beach for lunch and a dip. Continue on to Tensing Pen to spend the afternoon jumping off the cliffs and relaxing by the pool.

Day 4

Depart for Belmont stopping at Bongo's Farm for a jelly coconut, hike up the hill, and eat lunch at the Black Star Line before heading to Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden. Spend the night at Horizon or Culloden Cove in Belmont or Whitehouse, and squeeze in some snorkeling before sunset.

Day 5

Depart for the Blue Mountains, stopping in Black River for a morning kayak or pontoon boat safari to see the crocs, then stop by Y.S. Falls for an early afternoon dip, before hitting the road. Overnight at Forres Park in Mavis Bank, Lime Tree Farm, or Whitfield Hall.

Day 6

Rise early for a hike up Blue Mountain Peak. Descend by early afternoon and head to Woodside for your last two nights.

Day 7

Hike the trails of Holywell, or visit Cinchona Botanical Gardens in the morning, then visit the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate for a tour and to pick up some beans to take home. Have dinner at The Gap Café, Strawberry Hill, or back at Woodside.

Day 8

Rise early for the drive back to Montego Bay, stopping in Ocho Rios for a dip at the Blue Hole on the White River or at One Love Trail on the seaside, followed by a garden tour at Coyaba Gardens. Leave Ochi in time for an evening departure from Mobay's Sangster International.

Hidden Beaches and Hillside Hikes

Hikes, bird-watching, secluded beaches, and mangrove tours are indispensable to a greater appreciation of Jamaica's natural wonders. Jamaica is a relatively small island, and can be traversed in about five hours without stopping, but the diversity and ruggedness of the island's landscape makes it exhausting to try to fit in too much.

Transportation is an important consideration when planning an eco-vacation, as many of the less-visited sights are remote and require a rental car or driver. Excursions into remote parts of Cockpit Country and the Blue Mountains require a four-wheel-drive vehicle, but for most places SUVs are not necessary and the expense is not justified.

Day 1

Arrive in Montego Bay and head directly to Good Hope Plantation in Trelawny. Spend a few hours on the beach at Silver Sands or Harmony Cove before a relaxing dinner in the great house.

Day 2

Explore Cockpit Country on horseback in the morning, with lunch back at the Great House. Head to Burwood Beach in the afternoon for windsurfing or kiteboarding, before a casual dinner at Time 'N' Place nearby.

Day 3

Depart in the morning for Negril, stopping at Half Moon Beach for lunch and a dip. Continue on to Tensing Pen to spend the afternoon jumping off the cliffs and relaxing by the pool.

Day 4

Depart for Belmont stopping at Bongo's Farm for a jelly coconut, hike up the hill, and eat lunch at the Black Star Line before heading to Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden. Spend the night at Horizon or Culloden Cove in Belmont or Whitehouse, and squeeze in some snorkeling before sunset.

Day 5

Depart for the Blue Mountains, stopping in Black River for a morning kayak or pontoon boat safari to see the crocs, then stop by Y.S. Falls for an early afternoon dip, before hitting the road. Overnight at Forres Park in Mavis Bank, Lime Tree Farm, or Whitfield Hall.

Day 6

Rise early for a hike up Blue Mountain Peak. Descend by early afternoon and head to Woodside for your last two nights.

Day 7

Hike the trails of Holywell, or visit Cinchona Botanical Gardens in the morning, then visit the Twyman's Old Tavern Coffee Estate for a tour and to pick up some beans to take home. Have dinner at The Gap Café, Strawberry Hill, or back at Woodside.

Day 8

Rise early for the drive back to Montego Bay, stopping in Ocho Rios for a dip at the Blue Hole on the White River or at One Love Trail on the seaside, followed by a garden tour at Coyaba Gardens. Leave Ochi in time for an evening departure from Mobay's Sangster International.

Jonothan Gosse

Fatta Tyre Festival

Fatta Tyre Festival was created for mountain biking enthusiasts and showcases much of the talent and hard-core guts of the St. Mary Off-Road Bicycling Association. The festival features a Bicycle Bash kickoff at James Bond Beach, with BMX races, stunts, and displays of unusual and pimped-out bikes, followed by several days of competitive and sometimes grueling rides, mostly along single track through the hills of St. Mary.

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Bob Marley Birthday Celebrations

This is a series of culture events held in Kingston at Bob Marley Museum and at his birthplace in Nine Mile, St. Ann, paying tribute to the King of Reggae, accompanied by cultural experiences like Nyabinghi drumming, Jankunoo dancers and talented reggae artists.

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Soul in the Sun

Soul in the Sun - is a new event to grace Jamaica's annual music calendar pulling local and international talent. Organized by a core production team comprised of Jazz & Blues veteran associate producer Junior Taylor alongside Richard Clarke, Race Morrison and Matthew Goffe, the team aims to pull local fans and visitors from abroad for two soulful nights featuring local acts like Lust and Richie Stephens and international stars Keith Sweat, Jeffrey Osborne, Howard Hewitt, Peobo Bryson, Regina Belle, Johnny Gill, Dru Hill and Silk. Staged at the Rose Hall Aqueduct beside the Shoppes at Rose Hall, the seaside venue along Montego Bay's golden corridor is in the midst of the majority of the city's hotel rooms where partnering accommodations are offering special rates for Soul in the Sun goers. The concerts begin at 8 p.m. and finish by 1:30 a.m.

Soul in the Sun

Soul in the Sun - is a new event to grace Jamaica's annual music calendar pulling local and international talent. Organized by a core production team comprised of Jazz & Blues veteran associate producer Junior Taylor alongside Richard Clarke, Race Morrison and Matthew Goffe, the team aims to pull local fans and visitors from abroad for two soulful nights featuring local acts like Lust and Richie Stephens and international stars Keith Sweat, Jeffrey Osborne, Howard Hewitt, Peobo Bryson, Regina Belle, Johnny Gill, Dru Hill and Silk. Staged at the Rose Hall Aqueduct beside the Shoppes at Rose Hall, the seaside venue along Montego Bay's golden corridor is in the midst of the majority of the city's hotel rooms where partnering accommodations are offering special rates for Soul in the Sun goers. The concerts begin at 8 p.m. and finish by 1:30 a.m.

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Bacchanal Jamaica

Ocho Rios sees its share of excitement during carnival season in April with Bacchanal Jamaica hosting a mad soca bashment at Chukka Cove. Bacchanal hosts a series of events during Jamaica's carnival season, which runs from mid-January through Easter. Bacchanal Jamaica is composed of three Mas bands in the Trinidadian tradition--Oakridge, Revelers, and Raiders--which have promoted parties since carnival festivities began in Jamaica in 1989. While soca music is not Jamaica's most popular, being more indigenous to Trinidad and Tobago or even Barbados, during Jamaica's carnival season it takes center stage at events produced by the group.

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Rebel Salute

Rebel Salute is the most popular annual music event staged in St. Ann. It started out to commemorate the January 15 birthday of reggae icon Tony Rebel, who shares the same birthday as Martin Luther King Jr., as he's quick to point out. The first show was staged in 1994 in Mandeville, Manchester, and featured the late, great, Garnett Silk, among a host of other artists. The successful annual event was moved to the Port Kaiser Sports Club in St. Elizabeth in 2000 and later to Richmond Estate in St. Ann to capture a wider audience in 2012 when it was extended to two days and nights. The performances tend to extend until well after the sun has risen in the morning.

Rebel demands adherence to a strict no-alcohol, no-meat, no-degrading lyrics policy for the event, but patrons burn herb freely throughout the night, raising lighters to the air when their favorite artists "buss" a big tune. The show typically starts in the evening and lasts well past sunrise, with veteran concertgoers pitching tents to rest once in a while.

Among the more memorable acts was a two-hour performance in 2005 by Jimmy Cliff, during which "nobody moved, nobody got hurt" says Rebel of the crowd's fixation with the reggae all-star's performance. Burning Spear's Winston Rodney delivered a captivating performance the following year, with other notables to bless the stage including Beres Hammond, Barrington Levy, Sizzla Kalonji, Junior Gong, Taurus Riley, and Etana. In 2004, Junior Byles made a comeback performance after a long spell of mental illness, a miraculous recuperation Rebel attributes to the positive vibe of the show.

The mission, says Rebel, is to keep and preserve the healthy aspects of reggae music and to support community tourism along the South Coast, an undeveloped area people from all over the world should experience for its one-of-a-kind vibe.
Contact Tony Rebel for more information and to purchase tickets. The annual event, held the closest Saturday to January 15, draws thousands of reggae fans from Jamaica and abroad, and typically features the more conscious artists of the genre.

Kingston Nightlife - Weekly Schedule

Monday

  • 11pm-2:30am - Mojito Mondays street dance @ Susie's, Southdale Plaza, Half Way Tree
  • 12am-3am - Uptown Mondays street dance @ Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree

Tuesday

  • 7pm-10:30pm - Tuesday on the Grill  live entertainment  @Pegasus Hotel
  • 10pm-2am - Behind The Screen live music series @ Usain Bolt's Tracks & Records, Market Place
  • 1am-3am - Boasy Tuesdays street dance @ 10 Balmoral Ave
  • 1am-3am - Nipples Tuesdays street dance @
  • 7am-10pm - SeafoodandEatIt all-you-can-eat crab and crayfish @ Pulse8, New Kingston

Wednesday

  • 10pm-2am - Pepperseed, best of the 90s at Pulse8, New Kingston
  • 10pm-12am - Open Bar for JMD 1,000 @ Medusa Sports Bar & Grill, 92 Hope Road, Liguanea
  • 10pm-4am - Vibe Wednesdays @ Fiction Fantasy, Market Place, Half Way Tree
  • 9pm-2am - Dubwise @ Kabana, Hope Road, Half Way Tree
  • 11pm-3am - Weddie Weddie Wednesdays @ Stone Love HQ, Burlington Ave, Half Way Tree

Thursday

  • 6pm-12am - After Work Lyme @ The Deck
  • 6pm-2am - Latin Night dance class and after party at Regency
  • 10pm-4am - Off The Hook @ Fiction Fantasy, Market Place, Half Way Tree
  • 10pm-12am - EDB Vinyl Thursdays @ The Tavern, Papine
  • 10pm-3am - All-Star Thursdays @ Olympic Way, Olympic Gardens, Waterhouse
  • 10pm-3am - Whopping Thursdays @ Mahoe Drive, Cockburn Gadens

Friday

  • 6pm-2am - After-work Frolic @ The Deck
  • 10pm-2am - MVP Fridays @ Pulse8, Trafalgar Road, New Kingston
  • 11pm-5am Fiction Fantasy Fridays @ Fiction Fantasy, Market Place
  • 11pm-5am - Über JMD 1,000 open bar @ Club Privilege, New Kingston

Saturday

Sunday

  • 6pm-12am - Wet Sundaze @ Auto Vision, Hillview Ave
  • 11pm-2am - Oldies Jam @ Sabina Park
  • 9pm-2am - Kingston Dub Club @ Gabre Selassie's, Skyline Drive

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Calabash Literary Festival

Calabash Literary Festival is a fun, free event held the first weekend in June at Jakes in Treasure Beach that draws writers and attendees from across the Caribbean and African diaspora, as well as featuring some of Jamaica's own lyricists and authors.

Friday

7pm–8:30pm

COOKING WITH GAS

Diana McCaulay (Jamaica)

Nicole Dennis-Benn (Jamaica)

Pamela Mordecai (Jamaica)

Three generations of Yard-seasoned fiction.

9pm-10pm

HAUTE FICTION

Kaylie Jones (USA)

Chigozie Obioma (Nigeria)

Two novelists of style and substance for the discriminating literary palette.

10:30pm–11:30pm

FIRE, FIRE: PIMAN
MANJACK AND GHOST PEPPER

Ada Limon (USA)

Vladimir Lucien (St Lucia)

Jessica Care Moore (USA)

Three hot poets turning up the heat.

12–2am

Midnight Ravers
Roots Rock Reggae
Sevana
Protoje

Saturday

10am–11:30am

A MOVEABLE FEAST

Tishani Doshi (India)

Nikola Madzirov (Macedonia)

Kei Miller (Jamaica)

Ladan Osman (Somalia)

Four continents of delectable delights prepared by master poets.

12–1:30pm

WHEN GOOD FE EAT IS GOOD FE TALK

Decca Aitkenhead (UK)

Baz Dreisinger (USA)

Nina Revoyr (USA)

Three non fiction writers serving bold, strange and unsettling stories.

1:30pm–3pm

Open Mic

Hosted by Carolyn Cooper

3:30pm–4:30pm

REASONINGS presents

Robert McCrum (UK) in conversation with Kwame Dawes

Breaking intellectual bread with Globish author McCrum.

5pm–7:30pm

Open Mic

Hosted by Carolyn Cooper

8pm–9pm

A MAN A WOMAN and A BOOKER

Eleanor Catton (New Zealand)

Marlon James (Jamaica)

A Taster’s Choice: Kiwi-Mango salad .

9:30pm–11pm

BELLY FULL

Paul Beatty (USA)

Teju Cole (Nigeria/USA)

Geoff Dyer (UK)

Three fiction entrees of power and astonishing skill.

11pm–1am

Cala-Clash

Sunday

10am–11:30am

Calabash celebrates and honours the ground breaking debut novel JANE & LOUISA by Erna Brodber

Floyd Green

Keneea Linton-George

William Mahfood

Velma Pollard

A Caribbean classic read by four Jamaican notables.

11:30am–12:30pm

SUNDAY BRUNCH

Nikki Giovanni (USA)

Ilya Kaminsky (Russia)

A sumptous summit of poets of the highest order.

1pm–2pm

REASONINGS presents

Chris Abani (Nigeria) in conversation with Paul Holdengraber

Breaking agege: the shock and awe of Abani

2pm–3:30pm

Open Mic

Hosted by Carolyn Cooper.

4pm–4:30pm

Announcement of Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2016 Overall Winner

Hosted by Gillian Slovo
Presented by Marlon James

Africa: Faraaz Mahomed (South Africa)

Asia: Parashar Kulkarni (India)

Canada & Europe: Stefanie Seddon (UK)

Caribbean: Lance Dowrich (Trinidad)

Pacific: Tina Makereti (New Zealand)

4:30pm-6pm

IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LOVE NYAM ON

Wayne Armond (JA)

Ibo Cooper (JA)

Steve Golding (JA)

With special guests

Celebrate the culinary reach of reggae music with the incomparable Calabash Acoustic Ensemble.

 

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Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

Tee Tree Crêperie

Tea Tree Crêperie (Mon-Thur 8 a.m.-8 pm., Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) opened in December, 2011, bestowing on Kingstonians a proper crêpe joint where the French delicacy can be enjoyed savoury or sweet just like in Paris. A varied breakfast menu, gluten free and vegan options complement the core offering.

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Uncorked!

Uncorked! (Mon-Sun 10 a.m.-10 p.m., US$5-25) is a wine bar, café and gourmet boutique that'll make any Europhillic cheese lover feel right at home. Greek olives, paninis and scruptious entrées like grilled jumbo shrimp on a bed of cous cous make it a favorite lunch spot or evening hangout for the uptown crowd. Live jazz draws a small crowd on Thursday evenings starting at 7 p.m.

Uncorked!

Uncorked! (Mon-Sun 10 a.m.-10 p.m., US$5-25) is a wine bar, café and gourmet boutique that'll make any Europhillic cheese lover feel right at home. Greek olives, paninis and scruptious entrées like grilled jumbo shrimp on a bed of cous cous make it a favorite lunch spot or evening hangout for the uptown crowd. Live jazz draws a small crowd on Thursday evenings starting at 7 p.m.

Uncorked!

Uncorked! (Mon-Sun 10 a.m.-10 p.m., US$5-25) is a wine bar, café and gourmet boutique that'll make any Europhillic cheese lover feel right at home. Greek olives, paninis and scruptious entrées like grilled jumbo shrimp on a bed of cous cous make it a favorite lunch spot or evening hangout for the uptown crowd. Live jazz draws a small crowd on Thursday evenings starting at 7 p.m.

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Best of Jamaica

The Best of Jamaica

Two weeks is a good length for a trip to Jamaica and provides enough time to relax on the beach while also venturing beyond the sun and sand for a mix of adventure and culture. Highlights include Negril's West End, a few days in quiet Belmont, Kingston's culture and nightlife, and Portland's aristocratic history and lush natural beauty.

Day 1

Arrive at the airport in Montego Bay, check-in for two nights, and dine at the HouseBoat Grill or the more casual and every-bit-as-good Scotchie's. Hit up a bar for an evening drink to gauge the scene along the Hip Strip.

Day 2

Take tours of Rose Hall and Greenwood Great House in the morning. Then visit Doctors Cave Beach in the afternoon. Have dinner at Day-O Plantation followed by a play at Fairfield Theatre.

Day 3

Drive west to Negril for cliff jumping by late morning. Visit Royal Palm Reserve in the afternoon to fish and check out the waterfowl, then visit Bongo's Farm for sunset.

Day 4

In the morning, drive southeast to Savanna-la-Mar and then turn inland to Mayfield Falls. Spend the morning exploring the falls and gardens. On the return back to Negril, take the northern route stopping to visit Alexander Bustamante's birthplace at Blenheim before enjoying grilled lobster at Half Moon Beach in Hanover.

Day 5

Check out of your hotel and drive east toward Belmont, stopping at Blue Hole Garden and Roaring River along the way. Settle into a beachside cottage at Horizon Cottages and dine on fresh seafood or fried chicken across the road.

Day 6

Drive south to Parottee Point and head to Pelican Bar, a one-of-a-kind watering hole and ramshackle fried fish joint located a mile offshore on a sandbar. Go snorkeling and enjoy fried fish and a cold beer. On your way back to Belmont, stop in Black River for a boat trip into the morass.

Day 7

Drive inland and take a tour of Appleton Estate in the morning, followed by a stop on Bamboo Avenue for jelly coconut and a visit to Y.S. Falls in the afternoon. Pull over in Middle Quarters for fresh shrimp on the way back to Belmont, where you will spend another night.

Day 8

In Belmont, visit Peter Tosh Memorial Garden in the morning followed by a nature hike with Rasta Bryan. Depart in the afternoon for Kingston, arriving in time for dinner.

Day 9

Downtown sights in the morning could include the National Gallery, a stroll along Ocean Boulevard, and a visit to Liberty Hall. Visit Legend Café at the Bob Marley Museum for lunch and take a tour in the early afternoon. Stop by Hope Botanical Gardens for a juice at The Tea House before heading back down to Devon House for ice cream and shopping. Go out on the town at night in New Kingston.

Day 10

Visit one of Kingston's many private studios and then head out to Fort Charles in Port Royal by mid-morning, followed by lunch at Gloria's. Take a boat to Lime Cay for a swim in the afternoon. Dine at Fisherman's Cabin before returning to Kingston to go out on the town and hit the hay.

Days 11 and 12

Drive northeast from Kingston into the Blue Mountains for hiking in Holywell and two nights at Woodside. Stop at Strawberry Hill and splurge on a beer to check out the view--it's well worth it.

Start the next day with early-morning coffee and birding at Twyman's Estate, fueled by a fresh roasted pea-bean blend, the connoisseur's choice. Have lunch at The Gap Cafe, followed by an afternoon swim in the spring-fed pool at Woodside and then a home-cooked dinner.

Day 13

Leave for Port Antonio via Buff Bay immediately after breakfast. Check in to your hotel, take a swim and then a nap. Wake up for lunch at Cynthia's and a swim on Winnifred Beach. Hit Roof Club, La Best, or Cristal Night Club in the evening to scope out the local scene.

Day 14

Get up early to head west towards Montego Bay for departure with time to stop by Somerset Falls along the way.

Adrenaline Junkie's Fix

For adventure travelers looking to jump from one adrenaline rush to the next, Jamaica can satisfy almost any craving.

Kiteboarding

Kitebarding Jamaica will find you at your hotel and take you to a suitable launch site in the Montego Bay vicinity. Gear is available to rent.

Surfing

Jamnesia Surf Club, located in Bull Bay, east of Kingston, has professional surfing equipment and respectable surf on a good day. A skateboard park entertains when the seas are flat.

White Water Rafting

While dependent on rainfall conditions, whitewater rafting is possible throughout most of the year on the Great River with Caliche Rainforest Whitewater Rafting, 30 minutes west of Montego Bay in the parish of Hanover.

Cliff Jumping

The most affordable adrenaline fix in Jamaica: cliff jumping on Negril's West End is one thrill you won't have to pay for. There are several locations suitable for jumping into the azure waters, with Rick's Cafe being the most famous for the highest cliffs around at some 60 feet above the water. Other good jump spots at restaurants in Negril include The Sands, LTU Pub & Restaurant, Pushcart Restaurant and Rum Bar, and 3 Dives Jerk Centre. Hotels on the cliffs good for jumping include Xtabi, Rockhouse, and Tensing Pen. Beyond the lighthouse, the waters tend to be less calm as the waves meet the cliffs.

Mountain Biking

While few may be cut out for the ultimate rush of biking down from Blue Mountain Peak, Jamaica offers world class single-track riding the island over. In Ocho Rios, the St. Mary Off- Road Bicycling Association (SMORBA) hosts the annual Fatta Tyre Festival, drawing enthusiasts locally and from abroad. SMORBA is the best resource for those looking to link up with other riders. In Kingston there are a few clans of dedicated road and mountain bikers. Roadsters can contact TKTKTKTK to link for a ride and hardcore mountain bikers can link BikeNutz.

Local Spas and Hot Springs

Laidback Spas

Jamaica has world-class spas based predominantly at the high-end resorts. These facilities are not for those traveling on a tight budget or those seeking an authentic Jamaican vibe. There are several inexpensive local spas that tend to be rough around the edges but can make for entertaining and relaxing visits.

Kiyara Ocean Spa

Located at the luxurious Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, Kiyara prides itself on offering natural herbal remedies at the water's edge. Many of the ingredients used for facials and infusions are grown on property.

Jake's Driftwood Spa

Based at the Bedouin-inspired rustic chic Island Outpost property in Treasure Beach, Driftwood Spa features seaside cabanas facing the water where the surf lulls visitors into a trance as they receive treatments that merge holistic techniques and philosophies from around the globe into a potent blend of Caribbean treatments developed by wellness guru Sally Henzell.

Strawberry Hill

Home of the "Strawberry Hill Living" concept, which marries Aveda treatments and Ayurvedic healing philosophies, this spa features five treatment rooms that include hydrotherapy, a sauna, yoga deck, and plunge pool. It has one of the best panoramic views in Jamaica, high up in the cloud forests of the Blue Mountains where lush vegetation and cool mountain air promote health and tranquility.

The Caves

Nowhere else in Jamaica can you get a massage inside a cave filled with candles and flower petals. Soaking in the Jacuzzi located in a private chamber carved into the cliffs in Negril, with a window overlooking the sea, you'll realize this is the perfect spot for relaxation.

Natural Springs

Several natural springs in Jamaica are reputed to have healing powers and have been developed to varying degrees as treatment centers.

Bath Hot Springs

The best of Jamaica's old-school treatment centers, Bath Hot Springs in Port Antonio has Turkish-style tiled basins as well as more modern Jacuzzi tubs. The mineral-heavy water at Bath exits the hillside piping hot, with curative properties that give it its reputed healing powers.

Milk River Baths

The water at Milk River in Clarendon along the South Coast exits its source lukewarm, but what it lacks in heat it makes up for in curative properties. A minimum of three baths is recommended, but it is not advisable to stay in the water for longer than an hour because the water is highly radioactive -- more so even than the springs at Vichy in France.

Bubbling Spring

Located in Middle Quarters along the South Coast, Bubbling Spring is an informal spring facility is visited mostly by locals looking to ease muscle and joint pain. The spring water is cool and refreshing, and there's a bar and restaurant on the property.

Local Spas and Hot Springs

Laidback Spas

Jamaica has world-class spas based predominantly at the high-end resorts. These facilities are not for those traveling on a tight budget or those seeking an authentic Jamaican vibe. There are several inexpensive local spas that tend to be rough around the edges but can make for entertaining and relaxing visits.

Kiyara Ocean Spa

Located at the luxurious Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, Kiyara prides itself on offering natural herbal remedies at the water's edge. Many of the ingredients used for facials and infusions are grown on property.

Jake's Driftwood Spa

Based at the Bedouin-inspired rustic chic Island Outpost property in Treasure Beach, Driftwood Spa features seaside cabanas facing the water where the surf lulls visitors into a trance as they receive treatments that merge holistic techniques and philosophies from around the globe into a potent blend of Caribbean treatments developed by wellness guru Sally Henzell.

Strawberry Hill

Home of the "Strawberry Hill Living" concept, which marries Aveda treatments and Ayurvedic healing philosophies, this spa features five treatment rooms that include hydrotherapy, a sauna, yoga deck, and plunge pool. It has one of the best panoramic views in Jamaica, high up in the cloud forests of the Blue Mountains where lush vegetation and cool mountain air promote health and tranquility.

The Caves

Nowhere else in Jamaica can you get a massage inside a cave filled with candles and flower petals. Soaking in the Jacuzzi located in a private chamber carved into the cliffs in Negril, with a window overlooking the sea, you'll realize this is the perfect spot for relaxation.

Natural Springs

Several natural springs in Jamaica are reputed to have healing powers and have been developed to varying degrees as treatment centers.

Bath Hot Springs

The best of Jamaica's old-school treatment centers, Bath Hot Springs in Port Antonio has Turkish-style tiled basins as well as more modern Jacuzzi tubs. The mineral-heavy water at Bath exits the hillside piping hot, with curative properties that give it its reputed healing powers.

Milk River Baths

The water at Milk River in Clarendon along the South Coast exits its source lukewarm, but what it lacks in heat it makes up for in curative properties. A minimum of three baths is recommended, but it is not advisable to stay in the water for longer than an hour because the water is highly radioactive -- more so even than the springs at Vichy in France.

Bubbling Spring

Located in Middle Quarters along the South Coast, Bubbling Spring is an informal spring facility is visited mostly by locals looking to ease muscle and joint pain. The spring water is cool and refreshing, and there's a bar and restaurant on the property.

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St. George Anglican Church

St. George was the official church for the parish of St. George before it became part of Portland in 1867. The present cut-stone structure dates from 1814, but the foundation is much older. Both the church and the courthouse, which is still in use, can be accessed during business hours, and service is held on Sundays.

St. George Anglican Church

St. George was the official church for the parish of St. George before it became part of Portland in 1867. The present cut-stone structure dates from 1814, but the foundation is much older. Both the church and the courthouse, which is still in use, can be accessed during business hours, and service is held on Sundays.

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Skyline Levels

The childhood home of up-and-coming reggae acts Kelissa and Keznamdi whose roots reggae parents toured Africa and the world, Levels hosts occasional concerts, typically featuring representatives of the contemporary conscious revival, like Chronixx and Jesse Royal, to name a few. Kelissa and Kesnamdi also perform on their turf frequently, normally in conjunction with an invited guest artist. 

Skyline Levels

The childhood home of up-and-coming reggae acts Kelissa and Keznamdi whose roots reggae parents toured Africa and the world, Levels hosts occasional concerts, typically featuring representatives of the contemporary conscious revival, like Chronixx and Jesse Royal, to name a few. Kelissa and Kesnamdi also perform on their turf frequently, normally in conjunction with an invited guest artist. 

Skyline Levels

The childhood home of up-and-coming reggae acts Kelissa and Keznamdi whose roots reggae parents toured Africa and the world, Levels hosts occasional concerts, typically featuring representatives of the contemporary conscious revival, like Chronixx and Jesse Royal, to name a few. Kelissa and Kesnamdi also perform on their turf frequently, normally in conjunction with an invited guest artist. 

Skyline Levels

The childhood home of up-and-coming reggae acts Kelissa and Keznamdi whose roots reggae parents toured Africa and the world, Levels hosts occasional concerts, typically featuring representatives of the contemporary conscious revival, like Chronixx and Jesse Royal, to name a few. Kelissa and Kesnamdi also perform on their turf frequently, normally in conjunction with an invited guest artist. 

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Kingston Dub Club

What began as an informal gathering of "bredren" devotees of roots reggae and dub, preferably that emanating from vinyl, has developed into Kingston's weekly pilgrammage to Skyline Drive, where the home of Rockers Sound System torch bearer Gabre Selassie is transformed into Kingston's preeminent culture yard. The tiered hillside fills with a motley mix of old school rastas, young hipsters and flag-waving disciples, all gathered to relish the fresh and ancient sounds mixed together by the host and his endless entourage of guest selectors. Nowhere in Jamaica can be found a more authentic scene of acoustic appreciation, where the few vendors invited to sell their books espousing rightious livity and ital foods show up to enjoy the vibes every bit as much as to make a little coin and accordingly lack the pushiness typical of the higglers on the plain below. In 2014 the cramped kitchen cum bar was relegated to history when a spacious deck was extended from the house complete with a bar overlooking Kingston's glimmering lights. The stacked boxes begin pumping early in the evening and don't go quiet until late into the wee hours, when, if you're not moving to the beat, it can get a bit chilly and a sweater or light jacket can come in handy.

Kingston Dub Club

What began as an informal gathering of "bredren" devotees of roots reggae and dub, preferably that emanating from vinyl, has developed into Kingston's weekly pilgrammage to Skyline Drive, where the home of Rockers Sound System torch bearer Gabre Selassie is transformed into Kingston's preeminent culture yard. The tiered hillside fills with a motley mix of old school rastas, young hipsters and flag-waving disciples, all gathered to relish the fresh and ancient sounds mixed together by the host and his endless entourage of guest selectors. Nowhere in Jamaica can be found a more authentic scene of acoustic appreciation, where the few vendors invited to sell their books espousing rightious livity and ital foods show up to enjoy the vibes every bit as much as to make a little coin and accordingly lack the pushiness typical of the higglers on the plain below. In 2014 the cramped kitchen cum bar was relegated to history when a spacious deck was extended from the house complete with a bar overlooking Kingston's glimmering lights. The stacked boxes begin pumping early in the evening and don't go quiet until late into the wee hours, when, if you're not moving to the beat, it can get a bit chilly and a sweater or light jacket can come in handy.

Kingston Dub Club

What began as an informal gathering of "bredren" devotees of roots reggae and dub, preferably that emanating from vinyl, has developed into Kingston's weekly pilgrammage to Skyline Drive, where the home of Rockers Sound System torch bearer Gabre Selassie is transformed into Kingston's preeminent culture yard. The tiered hillside fills with a motley mix of old school rastas, young hipsters and flag-waving disciples, all gathered to relish the fresh and ancient sounds mixed together by the host and his endless entourage of guest selectors. Nowhere in Jamaica can be found a more authentic scene of acoustic appreciation, where the few vendors invited to sell their books espousing rightious livity and ital foods show up to enjoy the vibes every bit as much as to make a little coin and accordingly lack the pushiness typical of the higglers on the plain below. In 2014 the cramped kitchen cum bar was relegated to history when a spacious deck was extended from the house complete with a bar overlooking Kingston's glimmering lights. The stacked boxes begin pumping early in the evening and don't go quiet until late into the wee hours, when, if you're not moving to the beat, it can get a bit chilly and a sweater or light jacket can come in handy.

Kingston Dub Club

What began as an informal gathering of "bredren" devotees of roots reggae and dub, preferably that emanating from vinyl, has developed into Kingston's weekly pilgrammage to Skyline Drive, where the home of Rockers Sound System torch bearer Gabre Selassie is transformed into Kingston's preeminent culture yard. The tiered hillside fills with a motley mix of old school rastas, young hipsters and flag-waving disciples, all gathered to relish the fresh and ancient sounds mixed together by the host and his endless entourage of guest selectors. Nowhere in Jamaica can be found a more authentic scene of acoustic appreciation, where the few vendors invited to sell their books espousing rightious livity and ital foods show up to enjoy the vibes every bit as much as to make a little coin and accordingly lack the pushiness typical of the higglers on the plain below. In 2014 the cramped kitchen cum bar was relegated to history when a spacious deck was extended from the house complete with a bar overlooking Kingston's glimmering lights. The stacked boxes begin pumping early in the evening and don't go quiet until late into the wee hours, when, if you're not moving to the beat, it can get a bit chilly and a sweater or light jacket can come in handy.

Kingston Dub Club

What began as an informal gathering of "bredren" devotees of roots reggae and dub, preferably that emanating from vinyl, has developed into Kingston's weekly pilgrammage to Skyline Drive, where the home of Rockers Sound System torch bearer Gabre Selassie is transformed into Kingston's preeminent culture yard. The tiered hillside fills with a motley mix of old school rastas, young hipsters and flag-waving disciples, all gathered to relish the fresh and ancient sounds mixed together by the host and his endless entourage of guest selectors. Nowhere in Jamaica can be found a more authentic scene of acoustic appreciation, where the few vendors invited to sell their books espousing rightious livity and ital foods show up to enjoy the vibes every bit as much as to make a little coin and accordingly lack the pushiness typical of the higglers on the plain below. In 2014 the cramped kitchen cum bar was relegated to history when a spacious deck was extended from the house complete with a bar overlooking Kingston's glimmering lights. The stacked boxes begin pumping early in the evening and don't go quiet until late into the wee hours, when, if you're not moving to the beat, it can get a bit chilly and a sweater or light jacket can come in handy.

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Paul Bogle and the Morant Bay Rebellion

Paul Bogle was the founding deacon at the Native Baptist Church in Stony Gut, St. Thomas, a village at the base of the Blue Mountains about eight kilometers inland from Morant Bay. Bogle founded a church where African elements similar to those found in Revival were strong and a black pride ethos was a central doctrine. Baptist churches throughout Jamaica provided an alternate philosophy to the Anglican church, which had descended from the Church of England and for the most part represented the suppressive mandate of the white planter class and government. Bogle used the church as a base to gather support for a militant resistance movement, similar to that envisioned by Sam Sharpe in the Christmas rebellion 34 years earlier in that violence was not the intended means.

Bogle lived in the post-emancipation period, during which the vast majority of his fellow men were denied suffrage, justice, and equal rights, while he, a mulatto landowner, was one of 106 persons in the parish allowed a vote. The five years leading up to the Morant Bay Rebellion coincided with the American Civil War (1861 1865), which complicated the economy of Jamaica. Local food shortages owing to floods and drought, combined with a slump in imports from the fragmented United States, created a mood in Jamaica rife with discontent. While the white ruling class controlled both the legislature and the economy, the poor felt subjugated and left to fend for themselves in difficult times. Petty crimes rooted in widespread poverty and social decay were severely punished by local authorities responding to the landowners.

Governor Edward Eyre blamed the condition of the poor on laziness and apathy, while Baptist Missionary Society secretary Edward Underhill sent a letter to the British Secretary of State for the Colonies outlining concerns about poverty and distress among the poor black population. The so-called Underhill Letter spurred a series of civic meetings known as the Underhill Meetings, which provided a public forum for the poor to voice their discontent. Mulatto legislator George William Gordon, Bogle's comrade both in the church and in politics, led several such well-attended meetings in Kingston and elsewhere, in which he criticized the colonial government.

On October 7, 1865, Bogle and some followers staged a protest at the Morant Bay courthouse, disputing severe judgments made on that particular day. When a standoff with the police came to blows, arrest warrants were issued against 28 of the protesters, including Paul Bogle. After the police were deterred from arresting Bogle by a large crowd of his followers in Stony Gut, they returned to Morant Bay and told the chief magistrate (custos rotulorum) of Bogle's plans to disrupt a meeting of the Vestry on October 11. The custos sent an appeal to the governor for assistance and called out the local volunteer militia. The next day Bogle and 400 followers confronted the militia in Morant Bay; during the ensuing violence, the courthouse was burned and the custos was killed, along with 18 deputies and militiamen. Seven of Bogle's men were also killed in the fighting, which quickly spread throughout the parish. Several white planters were killed, kidnapped, or hurt, and, as the news spread throughout the island, fear of a more generalized uprising and race war grew, prompting Governor Eyre to declare martial law and dispatch soldiers from Kingston and Newcastle. The Windward Maroons were also armed after offering their services, and it was they who ultimately captured Bogle, bringing him to a swift trial and death sentence in Morant Bay. George William Gordon was also implicated in the Rebellion, taken to Morant Bay, and hanged. Martial law lasted for over a month following the rebellion, during which time hundreds were killed by soldiers or executed by court martial, while over 1,000 houses were burned by government forces. Little regard was taken for differentiating innocent from guilty, augmenting a general sense of fear in St. Thomas and around the island.

The Morant Bay Rebellion pushed Britain to discuss the blatant injustices in its colony asset in the West Indies. Governor Eyre was ultimately removed from his post for excessive use of force while English Parliament debated whether he was a murderer or hero. Many sought to indict him on murder charges for the execution of George William Gordon, but others, including the Anglican clergy, supported his actions as a necessary means to uphold the control of the Crown.

Meanwhile, the Jamaica House of Assembly, which had operated as an independent legislative body since 1655, was dissolved and Jamaica became a Crown Colony under the direct rule of England. In the following years, the colonial power ushered in more egalitarian measures that lessened the power that had been exerted by the landed elite for centuries.

Paul Bogle and George William Gordon were considered troublemakers and virtually expelled from the national psyche through the remainder of the colonial period. At independence their memory was rekindled as Jamaica began to come to terms with its past and contemplate its identity and future. At the 100th anniversary of the Morant Bay Rebellion, Bogle and Gordon were featured prominently and were declared national heroes in 1969, when the order was created. Today the rebellion is remembered during National Heritage Week and Heroes Weekend, which coincides with the anniversary of the uprising, the second week in October.

Sweet Spots

Kingston has several shops to satisfy cravings for sweets, ice cream, and pastries.

Sub Zero (Emancipation Park, New Kingston, cell. 876/424-9715, 10 a.m. 10 p.m. Mon. Thurs., 2 11 p.m. Fri. Sun.) is an ice cream shop that serves softies and scoops in cups and cones, as well as sandwiches, french fries, and gyros.

Scoops Unlimited (Devon House, 26 Hope Rd., tel. 876/929-7028 or 876/926-0888, 11 a.m. 10 p.m. daily, cones US$2 5, containers US$3.50-10), serves Devon House I Scream, which most Jamaicans rate as the country's best. It gets quite busy on Sundays, with a long line pouring out the door into the courtyard.

Chocolate Dreams (Devon House, 26 Hope Rd., Shop #2, tel. 876/927-9574, michelle@chocolatedreams.com.jm, www.chocolatedreams.com.jm, 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Mon. Thurs., 11 a.m. 9 p.m. Fri. Sat., 2 8 p.m. Sun.) retails delectable chocolate treats on par with any Godiva creation. All the chocolate treats are produced at the 9 Roosevelt Avenue (better known as Herb McKinley Avenue) location, where there's also a retail location.

Devon House Bakery (next to Scoops Unlimited, Devon House, 26 Hope Rd., tel. 876/968-2153, 9:30 a.m. 6 p.m. Mon. Thurs., 9:30 a.m. 8 p.m. Fri. Sat., 11:30 a.m. 8 p.m. Sun.) sells cakes, pastries, and taffies, in addition to some of the best patties in Jamaica.

Patta Kake Bakery (Shop #10, Lane Plaza, Liguanea, tel. 876/702-2958, 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Mon. Sat.) serves cakes, veggie and meat loaves, and other pastries.

Guilt (Devon House., tel. 876/977-5130, 10 a.m. 11 p.m. Tues. Sat., 6 10 p.m. Sun.) makes some of the best cakes and desserts in town.

Portland's Banana Boom

The global banana trade, currently a multibillion dollar industry, has its roots in Portland and St. Thomas. The originators of the banana trade were American sea captains George Busch and later Lorenzo Dow Baker of the 85-ton Telegraph, who arrived in 1870. These two established a lucrative two-way trade, bringing saltfish (cod), shoes, and textiles from New England, where they found the bananas sold at a handsome profit. Baker was the most successful of the early banana shippers; he eventually formed the Boston Fruit Company in 1899, which later became the United Fruit Company of New Jersey and went on to control much of the fruit's production in the Americas.

As refrigerated ships came into operation in the early 1900s, England slowly took over from the United States as the primary destination, thanks to tariff protection that was only recently phased out. With the establishment of the Jamaica Banana Producers' Association in 1929, smallholder production was organized, a cooperative shipping line established, and the virtual monopoly held by United Fruit was somewhat broken. In 1936 the association became a shareholder-based company rather than a cooperative due to near-bankruptcy and pressure from United Fruit. It was perhaps this example of organized labor that gave Marcus Garvey the inspiration for a shipping line to serve the black population in the diaspora and bring commerce into its hands.

In the 1930s, Panama disease virtually wiped out the Jamaican banana crop, hitting small producers especially hard. Banana carriers and dockworkers were at the fore of the labor movements of 1937 1938, which led to trade unions and eventually the establishment of Jamaica's political parties.

Portland's Banana Boom

The global banana trade, currently a multibillion dollar industry, has its roots in Portland and St. Thomas. The originators of the banana trade were American sea captains George Busch and later Lorenzo Dow Baker of the 85-ton Telegraph, who arrived in 1870. These two established a lucrative two-way trade, bringing saltfish (cod), shoes, and textiles from New England, where they found the bananas sold at a handsome profit. Baker was the most successful of the early banana shippers; he eventually formed the Boston Fruit Company in 1899, which later became the United Fruit Company of New Jersey and went on to control much of the fruit's production in the Americas.

As refrigerated ships came into operation in the early 1900s, England slowly took over from the United States as the primary destination, thanks to tariff protection that was only recently phased out. With the establishment of the Jamaica Banana Producers' Association in 1929, smallholder production was organized, a cooperative shipping line established, and the virtual monopoly held by United Fruit was somewhat broken. In 1936 the association became a shareholder-based company rather than a cooperative due to near-bankruptcy and pressure from United Fruit. It was perhaps this example of organized labor that gave Marcus Garvey the inspiration for a shipping line to serve the black population in the diaspora and bring commerce into its hands.

In the 1930s, Panama disease virtually wiped out the Jamaican banana crop, hitting small producers especially hard. Banana carriers and dockworkers were at the fore of the labor movements of 1937 1938, which led to trade unions and eventually the establishment of Jamaica's political parties.

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EITS Cafe

Europe In The Summer (EITS) Cafe, run by Robyn Fox and located at Mount Edge Guesthouse, serves up a creative mix of home grown vegetables produced in situ on the family's farm, coupled with meat and seafood dishes whose ingredients are procured in Kingston a couple thousand feet below. While the service can be hit-or-miss and the value for your dollar at times questionable, the restaurant does an admirable job of staying true to the land, notwithstanding the occasional worm in your lettuce. But don't panic, it's organic! A popular lunch spot for Kingstonians on weekends, the small seating area can be crowded when the sun shines, desolate, cold and damp when raining. Robyn's Food Basket service allegedley offers organic produce delivered to your doorstep in Kingston, but availability and dependability are spotty.

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

Jamaican Coffee: Cultivating an Industry

Coffee is one of 600 species in the Rubiaceae family, understood to have its center of origin in what is today Ethiopia. The plant's beans and leaves are believed to have been chewed by the earliest inhabitants of the region and later brewed by ancient Abyssinians and Arabs, the latter credited with originating the global coffee trade.

Jamaica's relationship with the revered bean dates to 1728 when a former governor, Nicholas Lawes, introduced coffee of the Typica variety to his Temple Hall estate just past Stony Hill in upper St. Andrew. Its cultivation was formalized in earnest with large plantations covering hundreds of acres established in the nearby Blue Mountains by an influx of planters fleeing Haiti in the years leading up to the neighboring country's 1804 independence. By 1800, there were 686 coffee plantations in Jamaica, with exports totaling 15,199 tons, according to Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board (CIB). These early planters discovered that the intact plantation economy and the cloud forest climatic conditions were conducive to lucrative coffee production. The misty climate allowed the coffee berries to ripen slowly, a process said to grant the end product its smooth, full-bodied flavor, free of bitterness. The bumper earnings of these early plantations were short-lived, however, deteriorating when global demand subsided and competition from other colonies imposing a smaller coffee tax increased. The abolition of slavery and emancipation further challenged Jamaica's large-scale coffee plantations; when labor became scarce, the country's production deteriorated and the bean's cultivation was soon dominated by smallholders. By 1850 there were only 186 plantations left in Jamaica, with exports falling to 1,486 tons, according to CIB records.

Jamaica's Coffee Industry Board, established in 1950, was set up to control the quality of Jamaica's coffee product and participate directly in the production process. Two government-owned processing plants, Mavis Bank Coffee Factory and Wallenford Coffee Company, operate under its wing. The beans are supplied by their own farms and by thousands of small-scale growers. The CIB also regulates the coveted Blue Mountain Coffee registered trademark, allowing only farms certified by the board in the parishes of St. Andrew, St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary, all located at an elevation between 2,000 and 5,000 feet, to use the name. Wallenford and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory produce a large portion of Jamaica's export crop, around 80 percent of which is sent to Japan. Mavis Bank Coffee Factory commercializes a line of finished products under the JABLUM brand. Government equity in both entities is understood to have been on the block for years, even while some private coffee estates, most notably Craighton, have changed hands.

Obtaining a certification by the CIB as a producer of Blue Mountain Coffee is a challenge, especially for small farmers trying to earn a living off their farms. It can take several years, as certification demands scrupulous adherence to and implantation of the farming practices and production processes sanctioned by the CIB.

Jamaican coffee produced at lower elevations can also be of high quality, even it doesn't attract the same attention or price as Blue Mountain Coffee. Jamaica Prime, Premium Washed, and High Mountain Supreme are some of the names Jamaican coffee has sold under when not originating from the Blue Mountains. There are notable coffee producers in several parishes around Jamaica, among them farms in Bog Walk and St. Catherine, at Key Park Estate in Westmoreland, at Aenon Park along the Clarendon/St. Ann border, at Clarendon Park, and in Maggoty, in St. Elizabeth.

Jamaica's climate is at once a blessing and a curse for the country's coffee farmers. It's the high altitude mist cover that nurtures the bean to give it its distinct character, but the country's highest peaks are also most exposed and vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms, which can destroy several years' work in one night. The lack of insurance for the industry since Hurricane Ivan in 2004 has made production at many small farms a real gamble. Combating disease is also a constant struggle for Jamaica's coffee farmers. Nonetheless, today's coffee industry employees some 50,000 Jamaicans and brings in around US$35 million in foreign exchange each year. Retailing at around US$30 per pound in Jamaica and around US$50 per pound in North America and Europe, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee continues to fetch a high price, which is one of the few reasons Jamaica's coffee industry, as a whole, remains viable.

 

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Cru Bar & Kitchen

Cru Bar & Kitchen (Tues-Fri. 4:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sat, 7 p.m.-2 a.m.), owned and operated by Caribbean Producers Jamaica (CPJ), one of the island's leading food and beverage importers and distributors, opened in 2013, quickly becoming a go-to hangout for young professionals who stop by the rooftop watering hole in droves on their way home from work. Especially popular on Friday evenings, Cru boasts a smart, modern ambiance with premium drinks, wines from the CPJ portfolio and finger food to tie you over till dinner. 

Cru Bar & Kitchen

Cru Bar & Kitchen (Tues-Fri. 4:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sat, 7 p.m.-2 a.m.), owned and operated by Caribbean Producers Jamaica (CPJ), one of the island's leading food and beverage importers and distributors, opened in 2013, quickly becoming a go-to hangout for young professionals who stop by the rooftop watering hole in droves on their way home from work. Especially popular on Friday evenings, Cru boasts a smart, modern ambiance with premium drinks, wines from the CPJ portfolio and finger food to tie you over till dinner. 

Caribbean Fashion Week

Jamaica's contribution has been central to a bourgeoning Caribbean fashion industry. Pulse Entertainment, founded by Kingsley Cooper and Hillary Phillips in 1980, started holding Caribbean Fashion Week (CFW) in 2001. CFW has become a wildly successful annual event, described by British Vogue as one of the most important fashion trends on the planet. Held during the first half of June, the week is filled with fashion shows, parties, more parties, and some of the world's most striking women clad in creative attire designed by a young cadre of imaginative talent. It's definitely one of the best times of year to be in Kingston.

Pulse Entertainment has found great success in supporting an ever-swelling corps of young model hopefuls, mostly from Jamaica, and giving them a chance on the world stage. Some of the most successful Pulse models have been featured in the world's foremost magazines, like Sports Illustrated and Esquire (Carla Campbell), Vogue (Nadine Willis and Jaunel McKenzie), and Cosmopolitan (Sunna Gottshalk). At the same time, CFW has provided a forum for established Caribbean designers like Cooyah's Homer Bair, as well as others like Uzuri, Mutamba, and Biggy. Bob's daughter Cedella Marley never fails to create a splash with her proud and tasteful Catch a Fire line.

Fashion Week attendees descend on Kingston amidst a tangible buzz created by an invasion of models, fashion media, and increasingly, designers from the United States and Europe coming to catch a glimpse of the latest unabashed creation with the potential to spur a trend reaching far beyond the little rock, Jamaica.

CFW events are held at numerous venues around the capital, centered on the National Indoor Sports Centre. These typically include Pulse8 at the Pulse Entertainment Complex and the stately Villa Ronai in Kingston's uptown suburb of Stony Hill with its trendy Kingston 8 bar. 

Nyammins: Food on the Go

While it is sometimes said that Jamaica's national dish is fried chicken from KFC, there are a host of authentically Jamaican fast-food joints to compete for that title, like Tastee Patties, Juici Patties, Island Grill, and Captain's Bakery. While not all of these restaurant chains serve the country's bonafide national dish, ackee and saltfish, each offers its own take on the "quick service" format.

In fact, only select international franchises have been able to survive in Jamaica; notably, both McDonald's and Taco Bell were unable to do enough business to stay viable and closed shop. Other fast food chains, like Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Popeye's, and Subway, do relatively well in a few locations scattered around town.

Pan chicken, patties, and loaves have traditionally been the food of choice for Jamaicans on the go, however.

Pan chicken vendors set up all over town from evening until the wee hours, and after 10 p.m., save for a few poshe bars, they're you're best bet for late night grub. Some of the best spots in town for real, hot-off-the-grill pan chicken include the line of vendors next to one another on Red Hills Road just beyond Red Hills Plaza heading towards Meadowbrook and Red Hills. You can also whiff the pan chicken as you approach Manor Plaza in Manor Park on the upper reaches of Constant Spring Road in the evenings.

A few dependable pan jerk vendors hawk their fare in the evenings on the corner of Northside Drive and Hope Road by Pizza Hut, and they have a devoted following. Jerk pork (US$9/lb.) is sold on one side of Northside Plaza and jerk chicken (US$4/quarter) on the other.

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Wickie Wackie Beach

Wickie Wackie is a live music venue that pulls many of Jamaica's up-and-coming artists for live music. The venue is located on the beach in Bull Bay making for vibesy confluence of crashing waves and sea breeze to help mute the booming bass and thick ganja smoke wafting late into the night.

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Kingston Highlights

Tuff Gong Recording Studio: Bob Marley's production base offers a "Making of Music" tour, including a visit to the studio, record printing shop, gallery, and herb garden.

National Gallery: The National Gallery is the crown jewel of the Institute of Jamaica, where visitors can view Jamaican art from its roots to the present day.

Liberty Hall: The building where Marcus Garvey based his United Negro Improvement Association today houses a multimedia gallery and reference library on all things Garvey, Jamaica's first national hero and one of the most influential men of the 20th century.

National Heroes Park: The one-stop shop to learn about the people whose contributions are paramount to the Jamaican experience, from slavery to independence.

Emancipation Park: The most judicious starting point for a walk around New Kingston, the park has an impressive statue sculpted by Laura Facey evoking emancipation.

Devon House: The former house of self-made Jamaican millionaire George Steibel, the museum fronts an array of great shops and restaurants.

Bob Marley Museum: Jamaica's most revered son is alive and stronger each day thanks to the music and unstoppable legacy featured at 56 Hope Road.

Mutual Gallery: This is an essential gallery for art enthusiasts keen to get a preview of the up-and-coming artists in Jamaica's dynamic arts scene.

Hellshire: An assortment of fried fish and lobster shacks crowd this popular weekend spot where Kingstonians relish the rustic chic.

Lime Cay: Once a haven for buccaneers, this sleepy outpost comes alive on weekends with sound systems, fried fish, and an idyllic beach.

 

The Life & Legacy of Miss Lou

The life of Louise Bennett Coverley (September 7, 1919-July 26, 2006) spanned an evolution in the identity of the Jamaican people.

Born in Downtown Kingston at 40 North Street, she was raised during a tumultuous time alongside the growth of Jamaica's Labour Movement, whose leaders were agitating for racial equality. Miss Lou became an outspoken poet, social commentator, and performer at an early age, converting thick Patois -- considered at the time the language of the illiterate underclass -- into a national art form and a source of pride.

Miss Lou began publishing books in Jamaican Creole in the early 1940s, before pursuing opportunities in London to further her performance career. She brought Jamaican folk culture to media and stages around the world, giving presence to a nation yearning for independence. Jamaican folk culture is based overwhelmingly on African traditions, and in bringing her stories and poems into performance and literary forms, Miss Lou validated an integral part of the country's heritage that had for centuries been scorned.

While there are still plenty of examples in contemporary Jamaica of shame of an African past, Miss Lou dispelled the taboo associated with this rich heritage with her warmth and lyrical genius. When Jamaica gained its independence in 1962, Miss Lou's popularity was further cemented as a proven ambassador for the Jamaican identity in the birth of a new era. Miss Lou was a founding member of the Little Theatre Movement.

The Life & Legacy of Miss Lou

The life of Louise Bennett Coverley (September 7, 1919-July 26, 2006) spanned an evolution in the identity of the Jamaican people.

Born in Downtown Kingston at 40 North Street, she was raised during a tumultuous time alongside the growth of Jamaica's Labour Movement, whose leaders were agitating for racial equality. Miss Lou became an outspoken poet, social commentator, and performer at an early age, converting thick Patois -- considered at the time the language of the illiterate underclass -- into a national art form and a source of pride.

Miss Lou began publishing books in Jamaican Creole in the early 1940s, before pursuing opportunities in London to further her performance career. She brought Jamaican folk culture to media and stages around the world, giving presence to a nation yearning for independence. Jamaican folk culture is based overwhelmingly on African traditions, and in bringing her stories and poems into performance and literary forms, Miss Lou validated an integral part of the country's heritage that had for centuries been scorned.

While there are still plenty of examples in contemporary Jamaica of shame of an African past, Miss Lou dispelled the taboo associated with this rich heritage with her warmth and lyrical genius. When Jamaica gained its independence in 1962, Miss Lou's popularity was further cemented as a proven ambassador for the Jamaican identity in the birth of a new era. Miss Lou was a founding member of the Little Theatre Movement.

The Life & Legacy of Miss Lou

The life of Louise Bennett Coverley (September 7, 1919-July 26, 2006) spanned an evolution in the identity of the Jamaican people.

Born in Downtown Kingston at 40 North Street, she was raised during a tumultuous time alongside the growth of Jamaica's Labour Movement, whose leaders were agitating for racial equality. Miss Lou became an outspoken poet, social commentator, and performer at an early age, converting thick Patois -- considered at the time the language of the illiterate underclass -- into a national art form and a source of pride.

Miss Lou began publishing books in Jamaican Creole in the early 1940s, before pursuing opportunities in London to further her performance career. She brought Jamaican folk culture to media and stages around the world, giving presence to a nation yearning for independence. Jamaican folk culture is based overwhelmingly on African traditions, and in bringing her stories and poems into performance and literary forms, Miss Lou validated an integral part of the country's heritage that had for centuries been scorned.

While there are still plenty of examples in contemporary Jamaica of shame of an African past, Miss Lou dispelled the taboo associated with this rich heritage with her warmth and lyrical genius. When Jamaica gained its independence in 1962, Miss Lou's popularity was further cemented as a proven ambassador for the Jamaican identity in the birth of a new era. Miss Lou was a founding member of the Little Theatre Movement.

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Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

Sound Systems & Street Dances

Sound systems fostered the development of Jamaican music. Starting out as little more than a set of speaker boxes on wheels, the sounds would set up at different points around town or arrive in rural areas to feed a thirst created by the advent of radio in the country in 1939, which brought American popular music, whetting Jamaica's appetite for new sounds. Jamaica's musicians responded by bringing traditional mento and calypso rhythms to the R&B and pop tunes the people were demanding, ultimately giving birth to the ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dancehall genres. Jamaican sound systems have grown in conjunction with reggae music and dancehall, one giving voice in the street to the other's lyrical prowess and social commentary from inside the studio. While a number of different sounds vie for the top ranking at clubs and stage shows, historically they were the voice of the street dance, having replaced the African drums of yesteryear.

A sound generally comprises a few individual selectors who form a team to blast the latest dancehall tunes, using equipment that ranges from a home stereo system at max output for those just starting out, to the most sophisticated equipment operated by the more established names. Street dances like Passa Passa foster the development of DJ artistry, providing a venue for the different sound systems to flex and clash, like the ever-popular Stone Love, Renaissance, Black Chiney, or Razz and Biggy. These sounds grew on the coattails of King Tubby, among the biggest sound system personalities of all time. Sound clashes are held often, during which each sound attempts to outperform the other, with the ultimate judge being the crowd, which expresses approval with hands raised in the air as if firing a pistol, accompanied by the requisite shouts of "braap, braap, braap, braap!" or "pam, pam, pam!"

Street dances fill an important role in providing entertainment and an expressive outlet for Kingston's poorest. Dances are held for special occasions, including birthdays, funerals, and holidays. Many started as one-off parties but were so popular they became established as regular weekly events. Typically a section of street is blocked off to traffic and huge towers of speakers are set up. Sometimes the street is not blocked off at all, but the early-morning hours when these dances are held see little traffic, and what does flow is accommodated by the dancers -- who sometimes use the passing vehicles to prop up their dance partner for a more dramatic "whine."

While clubs across Uptown Kingston assess an admission fee, which varies depending on the crowd they are looking to attract, the street is a public venue where all are welcome. Uptown people might have traditionally preferred a bar setting, but Downtown people have resorted to creating the party on their doorstep. Increasingly, Uptown folks venture down to the poor areas on nights when dances are held to partake in a scene that doesn't exist anywhere else and has come to be acknowledged as an invaluable cultural phenomenon where DJs flex their skills to discriminating crowds.

In the past, noise ordinances became the favorite justification for police raids to "lock off di dance," but today the dances are for the most part tolerated by the authorities as harmless entertainment effective in pacifying the city's poor. Intellectuals like Jamaican poet Mutabaruka, who claims "the more dance is the less crime," have come to endorse and encourage these dances as healthy community events. Even though they are often held in areas obviously scarred with urban blight and associated with violence, like Tivoli Gardens and Rae Town, violence is not a part of the street dance. Rather, it is a place where people come to enjoy, decked out in their flashiest clothes (jackets and fancy shoes for men, skimpy skirts and tops for women) to drink a Guinness, smoke a spliff, perhaps, and catch up on the latest dances.

Regular patrons at these events welcome visitors from Uptown and abroad, but care should be taken to show respect and concede that you are clearly not on your turf. Plenty a "bad man" frequent these dances, and even if they are not wanted by the authorities, they tend to like creating the impression that they are and accordingly don't appreciate being photographed without granting their approval first. Parts of Downtown, especially along parts of Spanish Town Road, can be desolate and a bit dodgy at night, and many drivers use that as an excuse to proceed with caution at red lights rather than coming to a stop.

Any intended regularity to street dances struggles under the constant threat from police who have a mandate to lock off music in public spaces at midnight during the week and at 2 a.m. on weekends. Promoters complain that this doesn't allow them to recoup their investment in venue and liquor, and that street dances reduce crime by giving the youth a free venue for enjoyment, but such claims have fallen on deaf ears. Despite the challenges, dedicated party promoters keep at it and struggle through, even if they have to change venue or even move out of town and take their dance on the road, as was the case with "Dutty Fridaze." Other dances that began on the street were forced into the club by regular disruptions by the police. Some of the more regular dances around town include:

Uptown Mondays, put on by Whitfield "Witty" Henry (Savannah Plaza, Half Way Tree, cell. 876/468-1742)
Boasy Tuesdays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex), run by dancer and promoter extraordinaire, Blazey (cell tel. 876/507-7254 or 876/354-0130)
Weddy Weddy Wednesdays (Stone Love HQ, Half Way Tree)
Giveaway Wednesdays (Russell Road off Beechwood Avenue) hosted by dancer Mumsel
Passa Passa (Spanish Town Rd. and Beeston St., Wednesdays starting around 2 a.m. )
Street Vybz Thursdays (The Building) put on by Vybz Kartel in a club setting, but one that sufficiently evokes the street dance vibe
Expression Thursdays (Limelight) hosted by Dance Expressions troupe
Port Royal Fridays (Port Royal) can heat up in the evenings after the fish fry shops cool down
Something Fishy (Rae St., Rae Town) on Fridays and Sundays; a regular oldies session is kept by the Capricorn Inn bar
Wet Sundaze (Auto Vision car wash at 8 Hillview Ave.)
Passion Sundays (Kno Limit Sports Bar, 1 Hillview Ave., Half Way Tree)
Bounty Sundays (Limelight, Half Way Tree Entertainment Complex) is hosted by dancehall icon Bounty Killer

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Gungo Walk World Alternative Music & Arts Festival

Joy Mechanics in collaboration with The Edna Manley College presents the second annual staging of the Gungo Walk World-Alternative Music and Arts Festival. The festival is poised for August 24, 2013 at The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts campus. It is set to promote and showcase artistes performing alternative, folk and experimental expressions of music in the Jamaican, Caribbean and International experience. It will attract visiting artistes as well as audiences who are interested in alternative music, world; ethnic music as well as our homegrown music forms. In addition, there will be authentic international cuisines (Mediterranean, Indian, etc) from our local restaurants, games and attractions for children, fashion show, art, dance, photography, poetry, film features and workshops. The day will climax with the main musical showcase “Armchair Rebelution”.

Gungo Walk World Alternative Music & Arts Festival

Joy Mechanics in collaboration with The Edna Manley College presents the second annual staging of the Gungo Walk World-Alternative Music and Arts Festival. The festival is poised for August 24, 2013 at The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts campus. It is set to promote and showcase artistes performing alternative, folk and experimental expressions of music in the Jamaican, Caribbean and International experience. It will attract visiting artistes as well as audiences who are interested in alternative music, world; ethnic music as well as our homegrown music forms. In addition, there will be authentic international cuisines (Mediterranean, Indian, etc) from our local restaurants, games and attractions for children, fashion show, art, dance, photography, poetry, film features and workshops. The day will climax with the main musical showcase “Armchair Rebelution”.

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Freshers Fete

Bruk out time for all the new and returning collegiates.

Freshers Fete

Bruk out time for all the new and returning collegiates.

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Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

Caribbean Model Search

Pulse seeks the fresh face of the season in this beauty contest drawing supermodel hopefuls.

Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting competition of Jamaican female and male models between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and advertising. Some highlights include appearances on the covers of Vogue, Esquire, i-D, French, Love, Cosmo and GQ magazines, Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, Armani, Ralph Lauren, Addidas, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Kenneth Cole, Bennetton campaigns as well as Victoria’s Secret.  Over the years, they have represented retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and several others. Pulse’s top models have also presented collections for the world’s finest designers at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and Milan.

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Local Spas and Hot Spring

 

Laidback Spas
Jamaica has world-class spas based predominantly at the high-end resorts. These facilities are not for those traveling on a tight budget or those seeking an authentic Jamaican vibe. There are several inexpensive local spas that tend to be rough around the edges but can make for entertaining and relaxing visits.

Kiyara Ocean Spa
Located at the luxurious Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, Kiyara prides itself on offering natural herbal remedies at the water’s edge. There's nothing rough about Kiyara as it's top-of-the-line by any standard, while emphasizing the natural. Many of the ingredients used for facials and infusions are grown on property.

Jake’s Driftwood Spa
Based at the Bedouin-inspired rustic chic Island Outpost property in <@B>Treasure Beach,<@P> Driftwood Spa features seaside cabanas facing the water where the surf lulls visitors into a trance as they receive treatments that merge holistic techniques and philosophies from around the globe into a potent blend of Caribbean treatments developed by wellness guru Sally Henzell.

Strawberry Hill
Home of the “Strawberry Hill Living” concept, which marries Aveda treatments and Ayurvedic healing philosophies, this spa features five treatment rooms that include hydrotherapy, a sauna, yoga deck, and plunge pool. It has one of the best panoramic views in Jamaica, high up in the cloud forests of the Blue Mountains where lush vegetation and cool mountain air promote health and tranquility.
The Caves
Nowhere else in Jamaica can you get a massage inside a cave filled with candles and flower petals. Soaking in the Jacuzzi located in a private chamber carved into the cliffs in Negril, with a window overlooking the sea, you’ll realize this is the perfect spot for relaxation.

Natural Springs
Several natural springs in Jamaica are reputed to have healing powers and have been developed to varying degrees as treatment centers.
Bath Hot Springs
The best of Jamaica’s old-school treatment centers, Bath Hot Springs in Port Antonio has Turkish-style tiled basins as well as more modern Jacuzzi tubs. The mineral-heavy water at Bath exits the hillside piping hot, with curative properties that give it its reputed healing powers.

Milk River Baths
The water at Milk River in Clarendon along the <@B>South Coast<@P> exits its source lukewarm, but what it lacks in heat it makes up for in curative properties. A minimum of three baths is recommended, but it is not advisable to stay in the water for longer than an hour because the water is highly radioactive -- more so even than the springs at Vichy in France.

Bubbling Spring
Located in Middle Quarters along the South Coast, this qwerky, informal spring facility is visited mostly by locals looking to ease muscle and joint pain. The spring water is cool and refreshing, and there’s a bar and restaurant on the property.
 

CRUCIAL REGGAE

The following selections are not intended as an exhaustive list of reggae releases but are a few essentials for any reggae fan's collection and some of the author's favorites.

In the United States, the best source for reggae albums is Ernie B's, which has an excellent online catalog of full albums and singles (www.ebreggae.com).

Roots

Abyssinians Satta Massagana

Augustus Pablo King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown

Beres Hammond Can't Stop A Man Ultimate Collection

Black Uhuru Ironstorm

Bunny Wailer Blackheart Man

Burning Spear Marcus Garvey, Live in Paris

Cocoa Tea One Cup

The Congos Heart of the Congos

Culture Two Sevens Clash

Dennis Brown Revolution, Milk and Honey

Desmond Decker Israelites

Ernest Ranglin Below The Baseline

Ethiopians All the Hits

Freddie McGregor Bobby Babylon

George Nooks Tribal War

Gladiators Dreadlocks, The Time Is Now

Gregory Isaacs Night Nurse

Half Pint Half Pint

I Jah Man Marcus Hero

Israel Vibration Power of the Trinity

Jimmy Cliff Wonderful World Beautiful People, The Harder They Come (various artists)

John Holt Stealin'/Ali Baba

Junior Murvin Police and Thieves

Ken Boothe Everthing I Own, Best of Ken Boothe

Lee Scratch Perry Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread

Leroy Sibbles It's Not Over

Max Romeo and War Ina Babylon

Maxi Priest Best of Me

Melodians Swing and Dine

Morgan Heritage Family & Friends,

Protect Us Jah

Paragons Best of Peter Tosh Legalize It, Equal Rights

Rita Marley Who Feels It Knows It

Sugar Minott Inna Reggae Dancehall

Third World 96 ° in the Shade

Tony Rebel If Jah

Toots and the Pressure Drop

Maytals Wailers Exodus, Burnin, Natty

Dread, Songs of Freedom

One Drop

Buju Banton Till Shiloh

Bushman Higher Ground

Capleton More Fire, Still Blazin

Chuck Fenda The Living Flame

Damian Marley Half Way Tree,

Welcome to Jamrock

Fanton Mojah Haile H.I.M.

Garnett Silk Gold

Gentleman Confidence, Intoxication

Gramps Morgan Two Sides of My Heart

Gyptian My Name is Gyptian

I-Wayne Lava Ground

Jah Cure Freedom Blues

Jah Mason Wheat & Tears

Junior Kelly Love So Nice, Tough Life

Luciano Messenger

Lutan Fyah Phantom War

Perfect Bobbylon Bwoy

Richie Spice In the Streets to Africa

Sanchez One In A Million

Sizzla Praise Ye Jah, Da Real Thing

Tanya Stephens Gangsta Blues, Rebelution

Turbulence Notorious

VC By His Deeds (single)

Warrior King Virtuous Woman

Early Dancehall

Shabba Ranks As Raw as Ever

Yellowman King Yellowman

Contemporary Dancehall

Beenie Man From Kingston to King, Undisputed

Bounty Killer Nah No Mercy:

The Warlord Scrolls

Busy Signal Step Out

Lady G God Daughter

Lady Saw Strip Tease

Macka Diamond Money-O

Movado Gangsta For Life

Mr. Vegas Heads High, Hot Wuk, "Galis" (single)

Ms. Thing Miss Jamaica

Red Rat Oh No It's Red Rat

Sean Paul The Trinity

Shaggy Mr. Lover Lover

T.O.K. Unknown Language

Tanto Metro and Musically Inclined Devonte

Tony Matterhorn "Dutty Whine" (single)

Voicemail Hey

Vybz Kartel Up 2 Di Time

Sports

The sporting arena has provided many achievements that have been etched in the hearts of Jamaicans and become a part of the country's national identity. Jamaica has come to embody the sporting adage of "punching above one's weight," echoed in the local expression, "we likkle but we tallawa" (we're little but we're strong), and this has been shown most emphatically on the sprinting track in recent times, but also historically on the cricket ovals, football (soccer) fields, boxing arenas, and, to add a bit of pizzazz to the diverse accomplishments, with bobsledders and aerial skiers competing in the Winter Olympics.

Athletics

In an island nation with modest sporting infrastructure, track and field events have always been a mainstay in schools and communities with participants in organized events being as young as primary school age. In fact, arguably the biggest and best attended annual sporting event in the island's calendar would be the Boys & Girls Championships held at the National Stadium for the various high schools, known popularly as Champs. It is from this background that the likes of Arthur Wint, Herb McKinley and Donald Quarrie enjoy legendary status for running towards Olympic gold wearing Jamaican colors in the 1940s, '50s and '70s, respectively. Up to the present time, the little island that has come to be called the "sprint factory" has produced the likes of Merlene Ottey, Juliet Cuthbert, Veronica Campbell-Brown, Shelly-ann Fraser, Asafa Powell, and, of course, the inimitable Usain Bolt. Many gold-medalists who have run for other nations were also born and raised in Jamaica, including Linford Christie, Ben Johnson, and Donovan Bailey. No one can deny that Jamaicans have every right to consider themselves the powerhouse team on the short track.

Cricket

A nostalgic remnant of British colonialism, cricket is also a ubiquitous sporting activity on any level field throughout the island. Jamaican cricketers play on the regionally federated West Indies Cricket Team (affectionately called "the Windies"), which joins the other island nations of the Caribbean sharing a British colonial past. Though the fortunes of the Windies have drastically fallen in the past decade, there was a time when they were the unmistakable rulers of the sports. West Indies cricket did not lose a single international Test series for 15 years from the mid-1970s to early '90s. It was a particular joy whenever the beloved Windies would defeat the team from England. Notable Jamaican cricketers include former Windies captains Michael Holding, Jimmy Adams and Courtney Walsh, as well as current captain Chris Gayle.

Soccer

Though lacking in the historical exploits of the cricketers, Jamaican soccer players enjoy every bit of the adoration of the population. The highest achievement of the "Reggae Boyz" undoubtedly came when they qualified for the FIFA World Cup in 1998, which was held in France. Several Jamaicans, or players of Jamaican parentage, have plied their trade for clubs in the English Premier League, including the legendary John Barnes (who actually represented England as a player but was one-time coach of the Jamaican national team), and more recent players such as Deon Burton, Ricardo Gardner, Marlon King and Ricardo Fuller.

Boxing

Champion boxers who have raised the Jamaican flag include Mike McCallum, Trevor Berbick, and Glen Johnson, while noted boxers Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno, although representing Great Britain, speak fondly of their Jamaican roots.

The Arts

MUSICAL HERITAGE

Music has been an integral element of Jamaican society for centuries--from use of song on the plantation to mitigate the torturous work, to funeral rituals that combine Christian and African elements in the traditional nine nights. Most of the instruments used in Jamaica have been borrowed or adapted from either European or African traditions, while some Taino influence surely occurred before their cultural annihilation.

Today music remains as important and central to Jamaican culture as ever. From the beach resorts to the rural hills, sound systems blare out on weekends into the early dawn hours, with a wide variety of genres appreciated on the airwaves.

Jonkunnu

Pronounced "John Canoe," Jonkunnu is a traditional music and skit-like dance performed primarily at Christmas. The Jonkunnu rhythm is played in 2/2 or 4/4 time on the fife, a rattling drum with sticks, bass, and grater. Dancers wear costumes and masks representing characters like Pitchy Patchy, King, Queen, Horse-head, Cow-head, and Belly Woman that act out skits and dance.

The origin of Jonkunnu is revealed in the word's etymology: Jonkunnu is an adaptation of the Ghanaian words dzon'ko (sorcerer) nu (man), derived from secret societies found on the African mainland. Among the costumes found in Jonkunnu are pieced-together sacks similar to those seen in the Abakua, a secret society in neighboring Cuba that also uses dance and drumming.

In Jamaica, Jonkunnu became associated with Christmas time likely because it was the only real holiday for the slaves in the whole year, during which they would tour the plantation with their music, dance, and skits, typically with headgear consisting of ox horns. At the height of the British colonial period, plantation owners actively encouraged Jonkunnu and it took on European elements, including satire of the masters, and Morris dance jigs and polka steps. The importance of Jonkunnu declined as it was replaced by the emergence of "set girls" who would dance about to display their beauty and sexual rivalry. Later, following emancipation, nonconformist missionaries suppressed Jonkunnu and the mayor of Kingston banned the Jonkunnu parade in 1841, leading to riots. In the years leading up to Jamaican independence, as the country's cultural identity was being explored, Jonkunnu gained the support of the government, which still sponsors the folk form in annual carnival and Jamaica Cultural Development Commission events.

Kumina

The most distinctly African of Jamaica's musical forms, Kumina was brought to Jamaica after emancipation by indentured laborers from Congo and remains a strong tradition in Portland and St. Thomas. Kumina ceremonies are often held for wakes and burials, as well as for births and anniversaries, and involve drumming and dancing.

Mento

Jamaica's original folk music, mento is a fusion of African and European musical elements played with a variety of instruments that were borrowed from plantation owners and fashioned by the slaves themselves as the genre developed. A variety of instruments have a place in mento, from stick and hand drums to stringed instruments, flutes, and brass. Mento was one of the most important foundations for ska, which gave birth to reggae.

Ska and Rocksteady

The origins of ska date to the early 1950s, when Jamaicans began to catch on to popular music from the United States that reached the island via the radio and U.S. military personnel stationed here following World War II. Popular American tunes were played by mobile disc jockeys, the predecessors of today's sound systems, before being adopted and adapted by Jamaican musicians. The emphasis on the infectious upbeat was carried over from mento and calypso, with the trademark walking baseline sound borrowed from jazz and rhythm and blues. The birth and popularity of ska coincided with an upbeat mood in Jamaica at the time of independence, and the lyrics of many ska classics celebrate the country's separation from England. Spearheaded by pioneering producers like Prince Buster, Duke Reid, and Clement "Sir Coxone" Dodd, the genre became a hit, especially among Jamaica's masses of working-class people. The genre was popularized and taken international by bands like Byron Lee and the Dragonaires, Derrick Morgan, and Desmond Decker.

As ska's popularity began to wane by the late 1960s, the rhythm was slowed down, making way for the syncopated base lines and more sensual tone of rocksteady. A series of hits representative of the genre brought artists like Alton Ellis and Hopeton Lewis to fame with songs like "Girl I've Got a Date" and "Tek it Easy." Made for dancing, rocksteady continued to adapt popular American hits, with rude boy culture and love dominating the lyrics.

Reggae

Most people know Jamaica by its legendary king, Bob Marley. Marley brought international attention to the island, now popularly known as Jam Rock thanks to the Grammy-winning album of his youngest son Damian, or "Junior Gong." Yet apart from Marley, Jamaica's music has had limited impact beyond the country's expatriate communities in London, Toronto, New York, and Miami. Only recently has dancehall reggae become mainstream internationally, thanks in part to crossover artists like Shaggy and Sean Paul, who took hip-hop charts by storm with his hit, "Gimme the Light." The genre has its roots in ska and rocksteady of the 1950s and 1960s, when radio brought American popular music to Jamaican shores and the country's creative musicians began to adapt American tunes to an indigenous swing.

After a decade of slackness in reggae during the late 1980s and early 1990s, several talented artists have managed to capitalize on a resurgence of conscious music by launching successful careers as "cultural" reggae artists in the one-drop sub-genre, sometimes using original musical tracks, sometimes singing on one of the more popular rhythms of the day or the past. These include I-Wayne, who came out with a huge hit critiquing the prostitution lifestyle with "Can't Satisfy Her" and the conscious tune, "Living in Love" on his 2005 breakout album Lava Ground. Richie Spice pays tribute to his ghetto roots with "Youth Dem Cold," an immensely popular hit. Chuck Fenda's "Gash Dem and Light Dem," released in 2005 and banned on the radio in Jamaica, is still reverberating years later. Luciano, Capleton, Sizzla, and Buju Banton top the pack of contemporary conscious reggae artists, while roots artists like Jimmy Cliff, Toots and the Maytals, Burning Spear, Israel Vibration, Third World, and Freddie McGregor continue to perform and produce the occasional album. In 2006, Joseph Hill of the seminal reggae group Culture passed away while on tour in Germany, leaving the masses to mourn back home in Jamaica. Another artist of note is Tanya Stephens, whose eloquent lyrics are being appreciated around the globe following the success of her 2006 Rebelution release. More recently, Flames artist Queen Ifrica has taken the conscious reggae world by storm with the release of her album, Montego Bay, and Gramps Morgan, of the seminal reggae band Morgan Heritage, attracted critical acclaim with the release of Two Sides of My Heart Vol. 1.

Dub, a form of remixed reggae that drops out much of the lyrics, was an offshoot of roots reggae pioneered by King Tubby and others, that led to the dub poetry genre, whose best-known artists include Mutabaruka and Linton Kwesi Johnson. The most accomplished new artist of the dub-poetry genre is DYCR, whose 2005 hit, "Chop Bush," won fans everywhere.

A new wave of conscious reggae artists are coming to the fore. Chronixx, Jah9, Kabaka Pyramid are a few of the rising stars to watch.

Dancehall

Clearly the most popular genre of music in Jamaica today, dancehall refers to the venue in which it is enjoyed. Dancehall music is born of the street, with themes typically reflecting struggle, defiance, girls, and more girls. Bounty Killer, Assasin, Voicemail, Busy Signal, Movado, Vybz Kartel, Tony Matterhorn, Elephant Man, and Mr. Vegas have led the pack in popularity and influence in modern dancehall, while Beenie Man is still regarded as the "King of Dancehall." Lady G and Macka Diamond are popular female artists of the genre whose clever and sometimes raunchy lyrics have garnered fans, while veteran peer Lady Saw maintains her top ranking as Jamaica's favorite female performer.

FINE ART

The Jamaican art world can be classified broadly into folk artists, schooled artists, and self-taught or intuitive artists. Folk art has been around throughout Jamaica's history, as far back as the Tainos, whose cave paintings can still be seen in a few locations on the island. European and African arrivals brought a new mix, with the planter class often commissioning works from visiting European portrait painters, while enslaved Africans carried on a wide range of traditions from their homeland, which included wood carving, fashioning musical instruments, and creating decorative masks and costumes for traditional celebrations like Jonkunnu. The annual Hosay celebrations, which date to the mid-1800s in Jamaica, as well as Maroon ceremonies, are considered living art. Folk art had a formative influence on Jamaica's intuitive artists.

The century after full emancipation in 1938 saw deep structural changes and growing pains for Jamaica, first as a colony struggling to maintain order and then more tumultuous years leading up to independence. Jamaican art as a concerted discipline arose in the late 1800s, and culminated with the establishment of formal training in 1940. In the early years, sculpture and painting reflected the mood of a country nursing fresh wounds of slavery, with progressive, renegade leaders and indigenous Revival and then Rastafari movements giving substance to the work of self-taught artists.

Edna Manley, wife of Jamaica's first prime minister, Norman Manley, is credited with formally establishing a homegrown Jamaican art scene. An accomplished artist herself, Edna Manley was born in England in 1900 to a Jamaican mother and English father and schooled at English art schools. On arrival in Jamaica, Manley was influenced by Jamaica's early intuitive sculptors like David Miller Sr. and David Miller Jr., Alvin Marriot, and Mallica Reynolds, a revival bishop better known as "Kapo." Edna Manley's 1935 sculpture Negro Aroused captured the mood of an era characterized by cultural nationalization, where Afro-centric imagery and the establishment and tribulations of a black working class were often the focus. Manley began teaching formal classes in 1940 at the Junior Center of the Institute of Jamaica, giving the structure necessary for the emergence of a slew of Jamaican painters including Albert Huie, David Pottinger, Ralph Campbell, and Henry Daley. Her school later developed into the Jamaica School of Art and Crafts, which was ultimately absorbed by Edna Manley College. Several other artists, who did not come out of Edna Manley's school, gained prominence in the early period, including Carl Abrahams, Gloria Escofferey, and John Dunkley. Dunkley's works consistently use somber shades and clean lines with dark symbolism reflective of serious times, making them immediately recognizable.

Jamaican fine arts exploded in the fervent post-independence years along with the country's music industry, fueling the expansion of both the National Gallery as well as a slew of commercial galleries, many of which still exist in Kingston today. The post-independence period counts among its well-recognized artists Osmond Watson, Milton George, George Rodney, Alexander Cooper, and David Boxer. Black Nationalism and the exploration of a national identity remained important topics for artists like Omari Ra and Stanford Watson, while many other artists like the ubiquitous Ras Dizzy or Ken Abendana Spencer gained recognition during the period for the sheer abundance of their work, much of which celebrated Jamaica's rural landscape. In the late 1970s, the National Gallery launched an exhibition series called The Intuitive Eye, which brought mainstream recognition to Jamaica's self-taught artists as key contributors to the development of Jamaican art. Some of the artists to gain exposure and wider recognition thanks to The Intuitive Eye series include William "Woody" Joseph, Gason Tabois, Sydney McLaren, Leonard Daley, John "Doc" Williamson, William Rhule, Errol McKenzie, and Allan "Zion" Johnson.

The Institute of Jamaica together with its various divisions continues to bring new exhibition space into use, notably opening a gallery in late 2006 on the top floor of the Natural History building, where a very successful photo exhibit on the 1907 earthquake that ravaged Kingston was staged.

People and Culture

Jamaica's national motto, "Out of many, one people," reflects the tolerance and appreciation for diversity promulgated from an institutional level. Meanwhile individuals and communities comprising Jamaica's myriad ethnic groups keep old prejudices and stereotypes very much alive, usually without the slightest hint of malice but still with names that are considered derogatory in other parts of the world. "Coolie" is the term generally used to refer to East Indians, or those of Indian descent, "Chiney" for those of East Asian descent, and "Syrian" for anyone of Middle Eastern descent. If you find yourself the victim of this kind of stereotyping, try not to be offended. Ethnic divisions and cultural prejudices in Jamaica are a result of a history steeped in confrontation and oppression. Rarely, if ever, do these prejudices lead to conflict or violence. While racism is still very much a baffling reality in a country with such an overwhelming black majority, Jamaica's African heritage is celebrated in popular music enjoyed across social and economic classes.

RACE AND CLASS

Race in Jamaican society is and has been of utmost importance in maintaining the strict class structure historically, while in contemporary society everything boils down to money. Nonetheless, complexion and ethnic background still often form the basis of an individual's perception of self and place in society. While the island has an overwhelming black majority, other minority groups play an important, even dominant role in the local economy. Chinese and Indians who were brought to the island as indentured labor following the abolition of slavery became and remain prominent members of society as shopkeepers and traders, even in the smaller communities. Lebanese-Jamaicans have also played a significant role in business as well as in national politics. White Jamaicans still own some of the most beautiful and expansive estates. The British established the precedent of "complexionism" by putting lighter-skinned, or "brown," Jamaicans--often their own errant progeny--in managerial positions, a self-perpetuating phenomenon that continues today in the nepotism that pervades the political and economic elite. The Maroons, who initially put up fierce resistance to the British colonial government and forced a treaty giving them autonomy and freedom from slavery long before abolition, have been an important source of pride for Jamaicans, even while the issue of their collaboration with the British in suppressing slave rebellions remains something of a cultural taboo.

RELIGION

Jamaica holds the Guinness Book World Record for most churches per capita. Virtually every religion and denomination on earth is represented on the island, with churches everywhere you turn. A common sight on weekends is large tents set up across the countryside for the open-air services preferred by the evangelical denominations. Only those churches that are unique to Jamaica or have played an important role in the country's history have been described, with listings in the destination chapters for those of historical or architectural significance.

Revival

Born as a distinctly Jamaican fusion between Christian and African beliefs during the Great Revival of 1860\1861, Revival today is composed of two different branches: Pukkumina (Pocomania or Poco) and Revival Zion, the former being further toward the African end of the merged spectrum, the latter incorporating more obviously Christian beliefs and practices. Revivalists wear colorful robes and turbans during energetic ceremonies, during which trance-like states are reached with drumming, singing, and a wheeling dance that is said to induce possession by spirits. Revival has its roots in the Native Baptist and Myal movements that lie at the margins of Jamaica's more prominent Anglican and Baptist churches. Baptist churches were early venues for the emergence of what would become known as the Revival faith. Morant Bay rebellion leader Paul Bogle's church in Stony Gut was one such Native Baptist church, where elements of African worship were incorporated into more typical Baptist practice. Today Revival is closely associated with the Pentecostal denomination and practitioners will generally attend one of the established churches in addition to observing Revival practices.

Core to Revival philosophy is the inseparability of the spirit and physical worlds. It is based on this belief that Revivalists can be possessed and influenced by ancestral spirits. Revivalists reinterpreted the Christian theme of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, placing emphasis on the last, which manifests as the "Messenger" attending services and possessing believers.

Baptist Church

Significant in Jamaica for its role in fomenting abolitionist sentiment and fueling revolt, the Baptist church was first brought to the island by a freed American slave, Reverend George Liele, in 1738. Liele was baptized in Savannah, Georgia, before receiving a preacher's license and being ordained a minister. He brought his ministerial prowess to Jamaica, where he attracted large numbers of converts with his abolitionist sentiment that would prove indispensable in firstly attracting followers and ultimately in bringing about emancipation with the help of the British Baptist Mission, which arrived on the island in 1814. After emancipation the Baptist Church was instrumental in organizing the free villages that allowed the former slaves a new start after leaving the plantation and the church was also important in promoting education among the former slaves. Three of Jamaica's seven national heroes were Baptists, including rebellion leaders Sam Sharpe and Paul Bogle. Today Baptists remain one of Jamaica's strongest religious groups following their separation from the British Baptists in 1842.

Hinduism

Brought to the island by indentured Indians, Hinduism is still practiced but maintains an extremely low profile within tight-knit and economically stable Indian communities. There is a temple on Maxfield Avenue in Kingston that holds regular service on Sundays.

Judaism

The first Jews arrived in Jamaica early in the colonial period during the Spanish inquisition, when they were expelled by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella and found refuge in Jamaica--in spite of not being officially allowed in the Spanish colonies. Many of these Jews outwardly converted to Catholicism while continuing to practice their own religion in secret. When the British arrived in 1655 to capture the island from the Spanish, they were aided by the Jews, who were subsequently free to practice their religion openly after the conquest. Sephardic Jews of Spanish, Portuguese, and North African descent were the first arrivals, followed in the 1770s by Ashkenazi who left Germany and Eastern Europe.

Ethiopian Orthodox Church

Brought to Jamaica in 1972, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church was the official state church of Ethiopia. Following Haile Selassie's visit to the island in 1966, he instructed the establishment of a church in Kingston in an attempt to legitimize the Rastafarians with a bona fide institution. Many Rastafarians were drawn to the church, even while it does not recognize Selassie as a divine person beyond his own affiliation with the church and the divinity that would convey.

Obeah

Essentially the Jamaican version of Voodoo, Obeah plays an important role in Jamaica, evoking fear even among those who don't believe in it. The mysticism and use of natural concoctions that help bridge the physical and spiritual worlds has similar African roots as the Santeria or Voodoo found in neighboring Cuba and Haiti. While there are few who practice Obeah as priests or worshippers, its casual practice is a widespread phenomenon evidenced by markings and charms strewn about many Jamaican homes.

Rastafari

The name of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I prior to his coronation was Ras Tafari, Ras meaning Prince, and Tafari Makonnen his given name at birth. When Leonard Howell, a Jamaican follower of Marcus Garvey, saw Ras Tafari Makonnen crowned His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I on November 2, 1930, he viewed the coronation as the fulfillment of biblical prophecy, more so given the emperor's title, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of Tribe of Judah. The original prophecy that foretold of a black man rising in the East is attributed to black nationalist and Jamaican national hero Marcus Garvey, who had written a play performed in support of his movement in the United States, from which the now-famous line, "look to the East for the crowning of a black king" was supposedly gleaned. It is interesting to note that Garvey never viewed Selassie as a god or claimed his coronation a fulfillment of prophecy at any point during his turbulent life, but this did not stop Leonard Howell from making the proclamation, which fell upon eager ears among his own followers in rural Jamaica and sparked a global movement that continues to grow today.

Leonard Howell chose an opportune time to proclaim Selassie's divinity. Disillusionment by the masses of blacks descended from slaves was high in the 1920s and 1930s, fueling Jamaica's labor movement and the establishment of the two political parties. The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s gave blacks in the United States a confidence that was exported to the Caribbean in the form of bold ideas that came to a people that never really forgot Africa. Thanks to the important role Jamaica's Maroons played in preserving African belief systems, and the persistence of Revivalist and Obeah religious practices even within the many Christian denominations that were established on the island, select segments of the Jamaican population were well primed for the proposition that the divine had manifested in an African king. Nevertheless, these select segments were predominantly poor blacks, essentially social outcasts seen as the dregs of society. Dreadlocks, as the hairstyle became known to the chagrin of many adherents who scorn the fear and criminality the term "dread" implies, predates the Rasta movement and was effectively a natural occurrence for those who neglected to use a comb. With the conversion to the Rastafarian philosophy among many up-and-coming reggae musicians during the 1960s and 1970s, the faith gained traction in Jamaica, and as the island's music became an increasingly important export, Rasta soon became almost synonymous with reggae, and the philosophy spread around the world.

The Rastafarian movement can be traced directly to the recognition of the divinity of Selassie upon his coronation in 1930, but most Rastafarians assert their faith is far more ancient, going back at least to the Nazarenes mentioned in the Old Testament from whence they derive their aversion to razors and scissors, as well as to the eating of flesh. King Selassie has become the head of the movement by default as the most recent manifestation of divinity on earth, despite his own disagreement with being viewed as a god. But the line is traced straight back to the divine theocracy of the Old Testament, Selassie himself said to be the 225th descendant of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. Rastafarians essentially claim the Hebrew lineage as their own and have reinterpreted the Old Testament by identifying Africans as the Israelites of modern times, having been enslaved just like the Jews in Babylon. In effect, Rastafarians espouse a natural lifestyle free of the contamination and corruption of modern society. Repatriation to Africa, whether spiritual or physical, forms a central theme.

Along the movement's course of development, charismatic leaders carved out the many "houses," or denominations, that can be found today across the island, including the Nyabinghi, Bobo Ashanti, and the Twelve Tribes of Israel.

The Nyabinghi invoke the warrior spirit of the African empress Iyabinghi; drum ceremonies that last for days around important dates are a central feature.

The Bobo Ashanti, or Bobo Shanti, is a group based at Bobo Hill in Nine Mile just east of Kingston along the coast. The Bobo live a ritualized lifestyle away from society, putting emphasis on the teaching of Marcus Garvey and founder Prince Emmanuel. Themes of self-reliance and self-confidence are central to the Bobo philosophy. The group has gained as converts many contemporary dancehall reggae musicians including Sizzla and Capleton.

Perhaps the most international house of Rastafari is the Twelve Tribes of Israel, founded by the late Vernon Carrington, known by his brethren as Brother Gad. Members of the Twelve Tribes are found across the world with the denomination having crossed social and economic barriers more than other houses, perhaps due to its Christian lean. The Twelve Tribes of Israel embraces Christianity and views Haile Selassie I as representing the spirit of Christ.

Another important force within the Rastafarian movement has been that of Abuna, or Rasta priest Ascento Fox, who has made strong inroads in society by establishing churches in Kingston, London, and New York. These churches are used as a base for maintaining a presence in the community and providing an alternative for convicts in the prison systems, where the group does a lot of work.

Rastafarians in Jamaica and "in foreign" (abroad) are viewed with a combination of respect and fear to this day. Many Rasta colloquialisms have become everyday parlance in Jamaican society as reggae music grew to a global force recognized and appreciated far beyond the Caribbean, with phrases like "one love," "blessed," and "irie" used commonly even by those who don't claim the faith as their own. Use of marijuana, or ganja, has been legitimized to some degree in society at large thanks to the important role it plays for Rastas as a sacrament, even while the ubiquitous herb remains officially prohibited.

LANGUAGE

In Jamaica, free speech is held as one of the foremost tenets of society. Nevertheless, using the wrong language in the wrong place can cause scorn, embarrassment, or even murder, and knowing how to speak under given circumstances defines a Jamaican's identity and the reveals the layers of a highly classist society. Language use ranges from thick patois to the most eloquent of the Queen's English and generally suggests to which tier of society the speaker belongs. Nevertheless, those raised in Jamaica to speak an impeccable form of English will often flip in mid-conversation to outwardly unintelligible patois. The rich flavor of Jamaica's language is the most apparent expression of feverish pride based on a 400-year struggle that spanned the country's anti-slavery, black power, and independence movements. The rise of the island as a cultural hotspot owes not disparagingly to the influence of Indians, Lebanese, Syrians, Jews, and Chinese, and a remaining smattering of the old white plantocracy.

SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILY LIFE

Uncommitted sexual relationships are commonplace in Jamaica, for both men and women, and particularly among those at the lower end of the economic spectrum. It takes little more than a visit to a nightclub to understand that women and men are quite comfortable flirting and flaunting their sexuality in a lighthearted game played out on a daily basis. The exchange of money is very common in relationships, where a man will often support or "mind" his mistress by giving her money and buying her things. This regular occurrence offers no disincentive for a woman to keep a number of such suitors, just as it relieves the man of any need to keep the fact that he's married with kids a secret from his mistresses.

Prostitution, although it is illegal, is widespread in Jamaica and most conspicuous in tourist areas. In Negril especially, and to a lesser extent in Ocho Rios, prostitution is heavily solicited to tourists. It is quite common for Jamaican men and women to maintain a handful of steady relationships with repeat visitors who live abroad and support their romantic interest by sending regular money wires.

Government and Economy

Government and Economy

The Jamaican central government is organized as a constitutional monarchy and member of the British Commonwealth with Queen Elizabeth II as its official head of state. On the island, the Queen is represented by the governor general, who is a signatory on all legislation passed by the bicameral Jamaican Parliament. The bicameral government comprises a Senate and a House of Representatives, known as the Upper and Lower Houses, respectively. Representatives are elected for five-year terms, one from each of the island's 60 constituencies. Of Jamaica's 50 senators, 21 are appointed by the governor general, 13 on the advice of the prime minister, and eight by the opposition leader. The cabinet consists of the prime minister and a minimum of 13 other ministers, including the minister of finance, who must also be an elected representative in the house, with not more than four cabinet ministers selected from the members of the senate.

Beyond the national government, Jamaica has been organized into parishes of ecclesiastical origin since the arrival of the British, who installed the Church of England as their watchdog and pacifier. The Church of England later became the Anglican Church, whose rectories are still some of the most impressive buildings in the more rural areas across the island. The 60 federal constituencies are subdivided into 275 electoral units, each of which has a parish councillor in the local government. The Corporate Area, as metropolitan Kingston is known, combines the parishes of Kingston and St. Andrew into one local government entity known as the Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation.

Local representation dates to 1662, when the Vestry system was installed to manage local affairs across the island. The Vestry was composed of clergy members and lay magistrates of each parish and was in effect indistinguishable from the Church of England insomuch as governance and policy were concerned, as it operated almost exclusively for the benefit of the landed elite. The amalgamated ruling class of the planters, clergy, and magistrates became known as the plantocracy. After 200 years of the Vestry system, it was abandoned in favor of a system of Municipal and Road Boards following the Morant Bay Rebellion in 1866. During the period when Jamaica was ruled by the Vestry system, the number of parishes increased from seven at the outset to 22 by the time it was abandoned. In 1867, the number of parishes was reduced to the 14 recognized today. In 1886, a new representational system of local government was installed consisting of Parochial Boards, which merged the operations of the Municipal and Road Boards into one entity. A general decentralization occurred during the intermittent period before the Parochial Boards were established, leaving local governments in charge of public health, markets, fire services, and water supply. Following implementation of the Parochial Board system, the oversight of building regulations, public beaches, sanitation, slaughterhouses, and streetlights was also assigned to the local government bodies.

Jamaica's political system is notoriously bureaucratic and corrupt, with little to suggest this will ever change--regardless of which party comes to power. Many say this is a legacy of British rule, but the fact that money is the chief motivator behind decision-making at Gordon House is generally acknowledged.

POLITICAL PARTIES AND ELECTIONS

Jamaica's two political parties, the People's National Party (PNP) and the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) were founded by cousins Norman Manley and Alexander Bustamante. Bustamante was a labor leader who came to some degree of wealth through his travels around Latin America before exploiting the anti-colonial sentiment of the day to push for greater worker rights and ultimately Jamaican independence. The PNP held on to power since the 1980s, instating Portia Simpson-Miler in 2007 before the JLP's Bruce Golding toppled her in 2008.

Election time tends to be tense and tumultuous in Jamaica, when memories of the political violence in the 1970s become fresh again. Kingston's poor neighborhoods bear the brunt of the tension and are often barricaded during elections to prevent opposition loyalists from entering with their vehicles to stage drive-by shootings.

ECONOMY

Jamaica's economy is supported by agriculture, bauxite, tourism, and remittances (in order of increasing importance). The financial sector is closely tied to other English-speaking Caribbean countries, namely Trinidad and Tobago, with large regional banks and insurance companies dominating the market. Jamaica has a serious balance of payments problem owing to high external debt dating back several decades. Austerity measures imposed by IMF restructuring packages during the political reign of Edward Seaga left little money for education and social programs, a situation which persists today. A new IMF arrangement was brokered in 2009\2010, which will impose a heavy burden on the country, with a two-year public sector wage freeze likely to be accompanied by large governmental job cuts. Universal education, a promise made by the JLP prior to coming to power, has inched nearer with the removal of school fees, but the quality of schools varies widely from district to district, and many old timers claim education was better under British rule. Failure to guarantee universal education is a serious shortfall of both political parties and has directly impacted productivity. The flip side of the coin sees the country's best educated leaving for higher-paid jobs overseas.

Agriculture

Agriculture remains an important part of Jamaica's economy, if not in sheer numbers then for its role in providing sustenance. The cultivation of provision grounds established during slavery persists to some degree in rural areas today, where most households grow some kind of crop, even if it is limited to a few mango and ackee trees.

Sugar production is still ongoing on a handful of large estates across the country, some of them private, others government-owned, but the end of preferential pricing for Jamaican sugar in England has affected the crop's viability just as it dampened the prospects for Jamaica's banana industry. Apart from sugar, important export crops include coffee, the Blue Mountain variety fetching some of the highest prices in the world, and citrus including oranges and ugli fruit.

Mining

Bauxite mining and processing in Jamaica is dominated by foreign entities like Russia's United Company RUSAL, Norway's Norsk Hydro, and U.S.-based Alcoa. Bauxite is mined across the island, where gaping red holes in the earth are the telltale sign. Bauxite is converted into alumina before being smelted into aluminum, both processes requiring huge amounts of energy. Jamaica has a serious energy problem in that it is overwhelmingly dependent on imported oil for electricity generation. High global energy prices combined with global recession and low aluminum prices paralyzed the bauxite and alumina industry in early 2009, eliminating a large royalty revenue stream earning foreign exchange for the government. Jamaica remains one of the most important bauxite sources in the world, once ranked third in production of bauxite ore and fourth in alumina production globally, but it requires high aluminum prices and low energy prices to be viable. At its peak, the bauxite industry accounted for 75 percent of the country's export earnings. Other less important mineral resources found in Jamaica include gypsum, limestone, marble, silica sand, clay peat, lignite, titanium, copper, lead, and zinc. The export of crushed limestone, or aggregates, and limestone derivatives, is an important growth industry with several players across the island.

Tourism

Tourism continues to be the primary driver of economic growth in Jamaica. Tourism development in recent years has taken the form of mega-projects that employ large numbers at low wages and keep foreign exchange and profits offshore. There seems to be little interest in seeing tourism dollars more evenly distributed among the population at large, with the government apparently happy to collect its general consumption tax for each guest that passes through the mass-market all-inclusive resorts. Despite the government's lack of effort to see tourism revenue more widely distributed, entrepreneurial Jamaicans see great benefits from tourism, with a slew of niche attractions having been created and developed to serve this market.

Remittances

As a percentage of GDP contributed by remittances, Jamaica is ranked seventh in the world and fourth in the Caribbean--after the Dominican Republic--with nearly US$2 billion entering the country each year for the past several years. The "Jamaican Dream," pursued by many who are able, consists of leaving the country to pursue a career abroad for however long it takes to make it, and then returning to Jamaica to flex pretty. Sometimes the required time lasts generations, especially when those they left back home weigh heavily on conscience and wallet alike. In tough economic times, Jamaica is more dependent than ever on expatriates, with large concentrations living in Toronto, New York, Florida, and London.

DISTRIBUTION OF WEALTH

Some say there are two Jamaicas, made up of the haves and the have nots. In fact, there are many more Jamaicas. You don't need a whole lot of money to have a high quality of life when the hot sun is shining; mangos, ackee, and breadfruit are ripe on the trees; and the rivers are pleasantly cool for bathing. So in a sense how you live is based on how close you are to the natural resources that make this a tropical paradise.

However, land isn't free, fruit goes out of season, and some days it rains. More importantly, there is a serious cash-flow problem in Jamaica, and as they say, what little there is goes like water. The reality is that many Jamaicans don't find the time, let alone the resources, to travel around and enjoy tourism centers in the focused and intensive way foreigners tend to on their two-week vacations. With nearly half of the island's population living in the Corporate Area and nearby Spanish Town, there gets to be competition for things that might otherwise be picked from the tree. But more overwhelming than the price of local produce from the market are imports, which basically covers everything else. With jobs hard to come by for underqualified youth, and even for qualified youth, there is a desperate situation for many, especially as prices for groceries and other basic goods keep rising. Add in the fact that it is not uncommon for a man to have several children from more than one woman, and the role of what's termed "social capital" becomes clear. If it weren't for the way Jamaicans help each other out--whether by raising children belonging to a niece or nephew, or employing a man around the house who really doesn't do much gardening but clearly has no better prospects--Jamaica would find itself in a far worse state. But it is this cycle of too many mouths to feed with too little to go around that maintains a steep class divide on the island. Education costs money, for school fees, books, and uniforms, and with competing interests vying for the limited resources in many cash-strapped homes, school can take the back seat. Without a proper education, the youth become stuck doing menial jobs or nothing at all, and to "breed one gyal" (a common, albeit crass, way to say "get a girl pregnant") may be the most rosy thing going for them.

 

History

EARLY INHABITANTS AND SPANISH DISCOVERY

Jamaica was first inhabited by the Tainos, sometimes referred to as Arawaks, who arrived from the northern coast of South America in dugout canoes around A.D. 900. The Tainos practiced subsistence agriculture to complement hunting, fishing, and foraging activities, forming mostly seaside settlements from where travel by dugout canoe remained an important mode of transport.

Upon his arrival on the island in 1494, Italian explorer Christopher Columbus claimed the island on behalf of his financiers, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain--in spite of the presence of a large Taino population with whom the Europeans engaged in an easily-won battle. The exact point of his arrival is contested; it is likely the explorer landed in Rio Bueno, on the border of present-day St. Ann and Trelawny, where there is freshwater, rather than in Discovery Bay, which he named Puerto Seco, or Dry Harbour, because it lacked freshwater--something historical observers say would have influenced where explorers chose to make landfall.

Jamaica was not deemed of much import to the Spanish Crown due to its relatively rugged terrain, and more importantly its lack of gold. Spain was more concerned with exploits in Mexico and Central and South America. Neighboring Hispaniola had more gold and was thus deemed more worthwhile, while Cuba, 145 kilometers to the north, was also more important to the Crown as it was easily settled with vast arable flat lands and a strategic position as the key to the Gulf of Mexico. While Cuba became increasingly important as a transshipment point for gold and other goods from the New World to Europe, Jamaica remained a backwater left largely under the control of Columbus' heirs. Within 50 years of "discovery," the indigenous Taino population, estimated at as much as one million inhabitants at time of contact, was virtually annihilated through forced labor and, more importantly, European diseases to which the natives had no immunological defenses.

Four early Spanish settlements are known to have been established at Melilla, somewhere on the North Coast, at Oristan, near present-day Bluefields, Westmoreland, at Spanish Town, which grew into the principal city of Santiago de la Vega, and in Yallahs, near the border of St. Andrew and St. Thomas today. These settlements were mainly focused on cattle ranching, while horse breeding was also an important endeavor. Jamaica became a regular provisions stop for Spanish galleons heading to Colombia, among other important gold coasts. While a few inland routes were carved out of the tropical jungle, transportation around the island remained almost entirely sea-based with the long and navigable Martha Brae River becoming an important route between the North and South Coasts. The lack of a centralized strategy for settlement and defense left Jamaica extremely vulnerable to attack from other early colonial powers, ultimately leading to an easy takeover by Britain's naval forces led by Cromwell. While it was the Spanish who first brought many of plants that would become key to the island's economy in subsequent centuries, including banana, sugarcane, and indigo, it was the British who created an organized plantation system--key to effectively exploit the land and establish lucrative trade with Europe.

THE ENGLISH TAKEOVER

In 1655 English naval forces, led by Oliver Cromwell, invaded Jamaica and easily captured Spanish Town, the colonial rival's capital. The Spanish colony had virtually no defense strategy in place, a fact known and exploited by Cromwell, who distributed vast tracts of land to his fellow officers as a reward for their service. These land grants would form the first plantation estates of the British Colony. The former Spanish rulers were loath to abandon the island, waging guerilla warfare and reprisal attacks on the British with the help of loyal Maroons, led by Ysassi. The Spanish fled to the North Coast or left the island altogether for Hispaniola or Cuba.

Soon after Cromwell's forces seized Jamaica, the British began a policy of legitimizing the activity of pirates--in effect gaining their allegiance in exchange for allowing them to continue their raids on mostly Spanish ships as privateers instead of buccaneers. The alliance made Port Royal at the tip of the Palisadoes in Kingston harbor into a boomtown, fueled by bustling trade in slaves and rum in addition to commerce in luxury goods, some imported from England and beyond, others plundered from victim ships.

While the slave trade had been established on the island under Spanish rule, it wasn't until the British set up vast, well-organized sugarcane plantations that slave labor was imported en masse from Africa. Jamaica became the Caribbean's primary transshipment point for slaves to other parts of the New World, including the United States.

PLANTATION CULTURE AND THE SLAVE TRADE

As an incentive to see Jamaica reach its full potential as a plantation colony, the British offered land not only to those who had been involved in the successful takeover, but also to Britons from England and other British colonies, most notably Barbados. Vast estates covered thousands of acres, with many absentee landowners installing overseers to take care of business on the island while reaping the benefits from quiet England. The cultivation of sugar expanded during the 1700s to the point where Jamaica was the world's foremost producer and England's prized colony. But the economic boom was far from equitable, relying heavily on a slave trade set up first by the Portuguese and later by the Dutch and English along the Gold Coast of Ghana and Slave Coast of Nigeria. Slavery was not a new phenomenon in Africa, but with the arrival of European traders it was formalized, and raids into the interior began to supplement the prisoners of war who were first exported as slaves. The slaves brought to Jamaica were a mix of different ethnicities, including Coromantee, Ibo, Mandingo, Yoruba, and Congo. Slaves of different ethnic backgrounds and tongues were intentionally put together to complicate any potential resistance.

Slaves were not only used in the fields on the plantations, but also as domestic workers, carpenters, masons, and coopers. The tendency for women around the plantation to give birth to children of lighter complexion helped loosen the hold of the slave system as the moral high ground assumed by the British as the boundaries of race became increasingly blurred.

RUMORS AND REBELLION

The 1700s saw Jamaica rise to be the world's greatest producer of sugar and rum, with large estates worked by thousands of slaves covering the island's arable land. The runaway slaves, or Maroons, consolidated their autonomy in the country's rugged highland interior, while overseers managed the large estates for their mostly absentee masters.

But the plantation system could not be taken for granted by the British, with a series of slave uprisings stirring the foundations of their booming economy. The rumors of freedom began with Tacky's War in 1760, in which a Coromantee chief known as Tacky, a driver on Frontier Estate in St. Mary, orchestrated an uprising that spread to neighboring estates, and had as its objective the overthrow of the colonial masters throughout the island. Even while the Maroons maintained, and still maintain, aloofness when it came to how they viewed enslaved Africans who accepted their lot, their parallel existence in free communities served as a constant reminder on the plantation that slavery was not unshakable. Free people of color, meanwhile, helped maintain the status quo, breeding a culture of superiority related to complexion, which remains as a historical retention in Jamaican society to this day.

With fellow slaves in North America earning or buying their freedom in increasing numbers following the War of Independence, the nonconformists in Jamaica took added encouragement. In 1783 one such freed slave, the Baptist reverend George Liele, arrived in Jamaica to establish a ministry in Kingston that would give birth to the Baptist nonconformist movement on the island as he proceeded to baptize slaves by in scores. These early Baptists, like nonconformist Methodists, Moravians, and Congregationalists, struck a chord with the masses with their anti-slavery stance. One follower, Liele, baptized those who would seek patronage from the Baptist Ministry Society of Great Britain, which responded by sending the first British Baptist Missionary in 1814. For the next twenty years, anti-slavery rumblings grew until Sam Sharpe's rebellion, known as The Baptist War, broke from its intent of carrying out a peaceful strike with several plantations burned to the ground. While the uprising was suppressed by the plantocracy's militia and a British garrison, the British Parliament held inquiries that would lead to abolition two years later.

EMANCIPATION, APPRENTICESHIP, AND THE FALL OF COLONIAL RULE

The abolition of slavery in 1834 preceded a four-year period of "apprenticeship" designed to integrate newly freed slaves into more "sophisticated" jobs, and more importantly, allow the plantation economy to adapt to a labor force that required compensation.

Following the apprenticeship period, however, the plantation owners soon found it difficult to secure workers, as many left the countryside for town in search of alternative livelihoods far from the memory of chains. Soon after emancipation, Jamaica's plantocracy, along with cane growers in places like Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname, resorted to the importation of indentured Indian and Chinese laborers to work their fields beginning in 1845 through to 1921. The period following emancipation was the cradle for the modern identity of the Jamaican people. It was by no means an easy time, as Jamaica continued to be wrought with oppression and injustice, as evidenced by the Morant Bay Rebellion of 1865. Continued repression and oppression in Jamaica led many ambitious and frustrated young men to seek their fortunes overseas, whether in Panama, where the canal would be built between the late 1800s and the early 1900s, thanks in part to Jamaican labor, or to the U.S., where a similar cultural identity was being formed as uprooted Africans became African Americans. Many of these fortune seekers, among them Marcus Garvey, George Stiebel, and Alexander Bustamante, returned with wealth, which afforded them a voice in society they used to advance the cause of the worker, and ultimately, an independent Jamaica. Suffrage was tied to land ownership until it was universally declared in 1944, one of the many reasons for ongoing struggle throughout the post-emancipation period, and Jamaica's dark history of forced labor was a natural hotbed of resistance leading to the rise of the country's vibrant labor movement.

"INDEPENDENT" JAMAICA

Jamaica's road to independence was trod with baby steps. In 1938, Norman Manley founded the People's National Party, and Alexander Bustamante formed the Jamaica Labour Party five years later. The first elections with universal suffrage were held in 1944. World War II had a significant impact on Jamaica, with widespread shortages adding to the urgency of rising social and political movements. The 1950s saw waves of emigrants leave Jamaica for England, with the tendency for emigrants to head for the United States increasing when Britain restricted immigration following independence. Many old folks in Jamaica still bemoan the country's independence, recalling the good old days when schools were better and society more proper under the British. The past several decades have been characterized, however, by a young nation, still under the commonwealth system, experiencing growing pains, still dependent as ever, albeit on different external forces. The flow of remittances from Jamaicans abroad, health of the global economy, approving nod of multilateral financial institutions, maintenance of bilateral trade agreements, and uninterrupted receipt of royalty payments from foreign mining companies are all vital for the government's economic welfare and that of the Jamaican people today more than ever. Until Jamaica becomes a net exporter of goods and services, it will have a difficult time claiming true independence, as today it relies little on its own productivity for survival.

Responsible Tourism

The most important thing to remember in any visit to a foreign country is that your dollar is your most substantive demonstration of support. Jamaica is an expensive place to live by any measure, and foreign currency is the chief economic driver. The benefit, or lack thereof, that tourism brings to the island is dependent on where the incoming dollars end up. Though rock-bottom all-inclusive packages are an easy way to control your vacation spending, it should be noted that the money that flows to these groups is not widely distributed and typically ends up lining the pockets of a few individuals. What's more, large resorts often pay their workers a pittance.

Jamaica has gone through several different eras of tourism development dating back to the booming banana trade in the late 1800s. Up until the 1960s Jamaica remained a niche destination for the early yacht set, which later became the jet set. In the late 1960s and early 1970s the hippie movement discovered Jamaica, and large groups would tour around on motorbikes, reveling in the laid-back lifestyle and plentiful herb. Montego Bay was the upscale destination on the island, with Port Antonio the playground of movie stars and Negril a newly discovered fishing beach only just connected by road to the rest of Hanover parish. In those days the numbers of visitors were low and, outside Montego Bay, the environmental impact of tourism was negligible. Then came the all-inclusive resorts, the largest of which, Sunset Jamaica Grande, had 750 rooms by 2006. Since 2006, several new hotels have been built along the North Coast with over 1,000 rooms. The water resources required by these facilities puts a huge strain on the environment, as does wastewater, which is often poorly or minimally treated before being dumped into the sea. The enormous demand for food at these establishments generally is insufficiently met by local producers. These hotels cite inconsistency in the local market as a factor in their heavy reliance on imported goods.

Perhaps the best way to make a positive impact with a visit to Jamaica is by promoting "community tourism" by staying in smaller, locally run establishments and eating at a variety of restaurants rather than heeding the fear tactics that keep so many tourists inside gated hotels. Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth parish is a mecca for community tourism, where the few mid-size hotels are far outnumbered by boutique guesthouses and villas, many of which are locally owned.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

In the past 10 years the Jamaican government has opened the country to an incursion from multinational hotel groups that are some of the most blatant culprits of environmental destruction. Ever-larger all-inclusive resorts are covering what were a few years ago Jamaica's remaining untouched stretches of coastline. The absence of beaches has not inhibited developers from making their own, at incalculable environmental cost to the protective coral reefs and marinelife they support along much of the coast. When scuba diving and snorkeling along Jamaica's reefs, make your impact minimal by not touching the coral.

Bauxite Mining

The bauxite industry is an important foreign exchange earner for Jamaica but the environmental costs are clear. The Ewarton Aluminum Plant in St. Ann is noticeable by its stench for kilometers around, and from the heights of Mandeville several bauxite facilities scar the landscape. Discovery Bay and Ocho Rios have important export terminals, as does Port Kaiser in St. Elizabeth with another bauxite port, and Rocky Point in Clarendon and Port Esquivel in St. Catherine.

Litter

Environmental education in Jamaica is seriously lacking. Environmental awareness has only recently been directly linked to the island's tourist economy by some of the more responsible tourism groups. The difference in sanitation and upkeep between the leisure destinations frequented principally by Jamaicans rather than foreign tourists is marked. Choice spots like Salt River in Clarendon are littered with trash, while other popular local spots like Bluefields Beach Park in Westmoreland make greater efforts to clean up after their patrons. Regardless of how senseless it may seem to take a green stance when it comes to litter in the face of gross negligence on the part of Jamaicans themselves, it's important to be aware of the fact that Jamaicans watch visitors very carefully: Make a point of not trashing the country, even if you seem to be up against insurmountable odds.

Water Table Salination

Several coastal areas suffer salination of the water table when water is extracted more rapidly than it is replenished. While Jamaica is blessed with high rainfall in the east and abundant hydrology generally, there will likely be an increasing problem in drier northwest coast areas where new all-inclusive resorts are being built. Wherever you end up staying, the best way to lessen your impact on finite water resources is by not taking long showers and by heeding the requests made at many of the more responsible and proactive hotels to reuse towels during your stay rather than throwing them on the floor after a single use for housekeeping personnel to deal with.

Deforestation

Despite the known harm it causes and the ensuing potential for erosion, slash-and-burn agriculture remains the predominant means of smallholder cultivation in rural areas. While significant portions of land have been designated as protected areas across Jamaica, pressure on the environment, especially around tourism boom towns like Ocho Rios, where little planning preceded the influx of workers from other parishes, is leaving the water supply under threat and causing erosion where forestlands on steep inclines are cut for ramshackle housing settlements.

Flora and Fauna

In terms of native biodiversity, Jamaica is surpassed in the Caribbean only by Cuba, a country many times its size. What's more, Jamaica has an extremely high rate of endemism, both in plant and animal life. Perhaps most noticeable are the endemic birds, some of the most striking of which are hard to miss. The national bird is the red-billed streamertail hummingbird (also called the doctor bird), ubiquitous across the island. Other endemic birds, like the Jamaican tody, are more rare--requiring excursions into remote areas to see.

FLORA

While agriculture has diminished in importance as bauxite and tourism have taken over as Jamaica's chief earners, the country still depends heavily on subsistence farming outside the largest cities and towns, where even still many houses have mango and ackee trees in the yard. Coffee remains an important export crop, the Blue Mountains varieties fetching some of the highest (if not the highest) prices per pound in the world. In recent years, a growing number of entrepreneurs have begun developing cottage industries based on key agricultural crops. The market for Jamaica's niche products is strong both domestically and abroad. It helps that prices within the country are buoyed by heavy reliance on imported foodstuffs, which, while posing a challenge for consumers, means producers can get a fair price for their goods at home. Some of the most notable of these cottage industries based on natural products of Jamaica are Walkerswood, Starfish Oils, Pickapeppa, and Belcour Preserves. Look out for these in crafts shops and specialty supermarkets across the island. Many of these enterprises offer tours of their production facilities.

Jamaica's flora consists of a diverse mix of tropical and subtropical vegetation. Along the dry South Coast, the landscape resembles a desert, while mangrove wetlands near Black River provide a sharp contrast within relatively close proximity. In the highlands of Manchester, temperate crops like potato, known as Irish, and carrots thrive.

Fruits and Plants

Ugli fruit is a hybrid between grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata) developed at Trout Hall, St. Catherine. It has a brainy-textured thick skin that is easily removed to reveal the juicy, orange-like fruit inside. A few large citrus estates, most notably Good Hope in Trelawny, make this an important export.

Ackee (Blighia sapida) is a small to mid-size tree native to West Africa, its introduction to Jamaica having been recorded in 1778 when some plants were purchased from a slave ship captain. It is said to have been present earlier, however, owing to a slave who wouldn't relinquish his grasp of the fruit across the Middle Passage. Ackee is Jamaica's national fruit.

Anatto (Bixa orellana) is an important dye and food coloring, and was at one point an important Jamaican export, likely lending its name to Annotto Bay in St. Mary, which was a center of production and export.

Jimbalin is the Jamaican name for what is known as passion fruit in the United States. Passion fruit (P. edulis flavicarpa) has one of the world's most beautiful flowers and a delicious fruit not commonly seen fresh in northern countries.

Antidote cacoon (Fevillea cordiflora), known as sabo, segra-seed, and nhandiroba, is a perennial climbing vine whose fruit has been used for its medicinal and purgative qualities.

Agave (Agave sabolifera) is a succulent, its broad leaves edged with prickles, notable for its tremendous 5- to 10-meter flower shoot February\April. Bulbils fall from the shoots to develop into independent plants.

Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) was brought from South America by pre-Columbian populations and used medicinally. Later it was grown on plantations and used as a starch substitute and thickener.

Apple in Jamaica is a generic term that could refer to any number of fruits, starting with the delicious Otaheite apple. Other apples include star apple, custard apple (sweet sop, sour sop), mammee apple (Mammea americana), crab apple (also known as coolie plum), golden apple (Passiflora laurifolia), velvet apple (Diospyros discolor) --also known as the Philippine persimmon, and rose apple (Syzyguim jambos), used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The imported American or English apple, the common apple of the United States, has been slowly and unfortunately taking over from the more exotic varieties on fruit stands in recent years due to its exotic appeal.

Avocado (Persea americana) is known commonly in Jamaica as "pear." Avocado is a native of Mexico, from where it was taken by the Spaniards throughout the Americas and much of the world. The Spanish name, aguacate, is a substitute for the Aztec name, ahucatl. Avocados are in season in Jamaica from August to December with a few varieties ripening into February. Alligator, Simmonds, Lulu, Collinson, and Winslowson are some of the varieties grown on the island.

Banana (Musa acuminata x balbisiana) is the world's largest herb (non-woody plant); it became an important Jamaican export in the post-Emancipation period of 1876\1927. Jamaica was the world's foremost producer of the fruit during the period, with Gros Michel and later Cavendish varieties. The banana trade gave rise to Caribbean tourism when increasingly wealthy shippers began to offer passage on their empty boats returning to Jamaica from New England, where much of the produce was destined. In this way Portland, an important banana-growing region, became the Caribbean's first tourism destination with the Titchfield Hotel, built by a banana baron, exemplifying the relationship between the fruit and the tourism economy that would come to replace it in importance. Several varieties of banana are still grown in Jamaica, including plantain, an important starch; boiled bananas are a necessary accompaniment in the typical Jamaican Sunday breakfast of ackee and saltfish, callaloo, and dumpling.

Barringtonia (Barrintonia asiatica) is a large evergreen with its center of origin in Asia. Its large coconut-like fruit will float for up to two years and root on the shore where it lands. Known locally as the duppy coconut, the tree has been naturalized in Portland and 220-year-old trees grow at Bath Gardens in St. Thomas.

Wild basil (Ocimum micranthum) is a wild bush used in folk medicine and in cooking, popularly called barsley or baazli.

Bauhinia (Bauhinia spp.), known locally as "poor man's orchid," is a favorite of the streamertail hummingbird, or doctor bird, which visits the orchid-like flowers. It grows as a shrub or mid-sized tree with pinkish flowers.

Madam Fate (Hippobroma longiflora) is a poisonous perennial herb with a five-petaled, star-shaped flower used in Obeah and folk medicine. Found along pastures or on riverbanks, it's commonly called star flower or horse poison.

Trees and Flowers

Kingston buttercup (Tribulus cistoides) is a low, spreading plant with bright yellow flowers. It's known commonly as "Kill Backra" because it was thought to have caused yellow fever, which killed many European settlers. It's also called "police macca" because of its thorns, and turkey blossom.

Blue mahoe (Hibiscus elatus) is a quality hardwood of the Malvaceae family. It grows native in the Blue Mountains and is the national tree.

Ironwood (Lignum vitae) is an extremely dense tropical hardwood that produces Jamaica's national flower.

Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni) was and still is highly valued for its timber and has accordingly been unsustainably harvested since the Spanish colonial period, resulting in dwindling numbers today. Mahogany can still be seen growing, albeit sparsely, along the banks of the Black River, which was originally called the Mahogany River by the Spanish, or Rio Caobana.

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) is a cousin of the hibiscus whose flowers are boiled to make a drink popular around Christmas time.

FAUNAMammals

The coney or Jamaican hutia (Geocapromys brownii) is Jamaica's only surviving indigenous land-dwelling mammal, the only other being bats. Conies are nocturnal and thus seldom seen. The animal is basically a large rodent with cousins inhabiting other Caribbean islands like Hispaniola. Its meat was prized by the Taino centuries ago, while it is still a delicacy for the mongoose today, which is blamed for pushing it towards extinction. Another threat is loss of habitat, owing to encroaching urbanization of its principal habitats in the Hellshire Hills and Worthy Park of St. Catherine. It is also found in the John Crow Mountains in Portland and St. Thomas.

Mongooses are today a common animal seen scurrying across the road. Widely regarded as pests, it is said that all mongooses in the Western Hemisphere are descendants of four males and five females introduced to Jamaica from India in 1872 to control the rat population on the sugar estate of one William Bancroft Espeut. They soon went on to outgrow their function, eventually being held responsible for killing off five endemic vertebrates and bringing Jamaica's iguanas to the verge of extinction.

Bats

In Jamaica, the term bat typically refers to moths. Jamaica has 23 species of bat, known locally as rat bats, bats being used for moths. Many species of the Bombacaceae family are bat-pollinated, including the baobab, cottonwood, cannonball, and night cactus trees. Bats also go for other pulpy fruits like sweet sop, banana, naseberry, and mango. Noctilio leporinus, a fish-eating bat, can be seen swooping low over harbors and inlets at twilight.

Birds

Of the 280 species of birds that have been recorded in Jamaica, 30 species and 19 subspecies are endemic (found nowhere else). Of these 30, two are considered extinct. There are 116 species that use Jamaica as a breeding ground, while around 80 species spend the northern winter months on the island. The Jamaican tody, the ubiquitous "doctor bird" (Jamaica's national bird, properly called the red-billed streamertail), and the Jamaican mango hummingbird are especially colorful species to look out for.

Reptiles

Jamaica has 26 species of lizards, including the island's largest, the iguana, now protected in the Helshire Hills and in slow recovery after near extinction due to slaughter by farmers and mongooses. The Anolis genus includes seven of the most common species, often seen in hotel rooms and on verandas, their showy throat fan extending to attract females. The largest Anolis is the garmani, which prefers large trees to human dwellings. All Jamaica's lizards are harmless.

Six of Jamaica's seven snake species are endemic, and all of them are harmless. Mostly found in remote areas like Cockpit Country, snakes have fallen victim to the fear of country folk, who generally kill them on sight, and to the introduced mongoose, famous for its ability to win a fight with the cobras of its native India. The island's largest snake is the yellow snake, with yellow and black patterns across its back. The snake is a boa constrictor, known locally as nanka, which can grow up to 3.5 meters in length. The nanka is seldom seen, as it is only active at night when it emerges from hiding to feed on bats and rats. Other less impressive snakes include three species of grass snake of the Arrhyton genus and the two-headed or worm snake (Typhlops jamaicensis), which burrows below ground with its tail end virtually indistinguishable from its head. The black snake is considered an extinct victim of the mongoose.

Crocodiles are Jamaica's biggest reptiles, and are often referred to on the island as alligators. The American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) is found across the island in swampy mangrove areas like Font Hill Wildlife Sanctuary and the Lower Black River Morass. This is the same species of croc found in Florida and other coastal wetlands of the Caribbean. Crocodiles have a long tapering snout, whereas alligators have a short, flat head.

SEALIFEMarine Mammals

Jamaica has no large native mammals on land. The largest mammals are instead marine-based, namely dolphins and manatees, the latter being known locally as sea cows. Manatees are endangered and now protected under wildlife laws after having seen their population dwindle due to hunting.

Turtles

Of the six sea turtle species known worldwide, four were once common, and now less so, in Jamaican waters: the green turtle (Chelonia midas), the hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), the leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), and the loggerhead (Caretta caretta). Turtle meat formed an important part of the diet of the Tainos and was later adopted as a delicacy by the colonial settlers. In keeping with Taino practice, they kept green turtles in large coastal pens known as turtle crawles, to be killed and eaten at will.

Information and Services

MONEY

Prices throughout this guide reflect a conversion to U.S. dollars as the best indication of cost. Most establishments not overwhelmingly trafficked by tourists perform most, if not all, transactions in Jamaican dollars, so U.S. dollar equivalents have been listed. In tourist hubs like Negril, Montego Bay, and Ocho Rios, as well as in establishments catering exclusively to tourists, menus will show prices in U.S. dollars. The U.S. dollar tends to be more stable and is worthwhile as a currency of reference, but most establishments will not respect the official Bank of Jamaica rate and set their exchange rate considerably lower as a means of skimming a bit more off the top. It usually pays to buy Jamaican dollars at a cambio, or currency trading house, for everyday transactions. While walking with large amounts of cash is never advisable, carrying enough for a night out does not present a considerable risk. Credit cards, accepted in most well-established businesses, typically incur foreign-exchange fees that will show up on your statement as a percentage of every transaction, typically 3%, and can quickly add up. For those traveling frequently abroad, some more expensive credit cards eliminate foreign transaction fees and offer competitive exchange rates.

The best way to access funds in Jamaica is by using an ATM with your normal NYCE, Maestro, or Cirrus bankcard. "Express kidnappings" (where victims are taken to a cash machine to withdraw the maximum on their accounts) are not especially common in Jamaica, and the little effort involved in canceling a checking account card makes the ease of 24-hour access well worth the risk of getting it lost or stolen. Travelers checks are a good back-up option and can be cashed at most hotels for a small fee. Taking large amounts of cash to Jamaica is not advisable, as it is likely to somehow disappear. Scotiabank offers Jamaican or U.S. currency from many of its ATMs, although foreign bank fees can run as high as 6 percent of the amount withdrawn. U.S. dollars are accepted pretty much anywhere in Jamaica, though restaurants and other small businesses will generally not honor current exchange rates, usually taxing about J$5 per US$1. Currency trading houses, or cambios as they are often called, typically offer a few more Jamaican dollars for each U.S. dollar exchanged, which can make a significant difference when exchanging large amounts of cash.

ELECTRICITY

Jamaica operates on 110V, the same current as in the United States. Power outages are frequent in some areas, but seldom where resorts are based. Most tourism establishments have backup generators.

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA

Telephones

Fixed-line telephony in Jamaica was until recently a monopoly controlled by Cable & Wireless (C&W), now rebranded as LIME. As the Internet has become more widely available, voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) telephony has become increasingly important as a means of communicating with the outside world. Many households now enjoy this inexpensive way to keep in touch with family members in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Cellular phones are more important than fixed lines in Jamaica due to the fact that C&W never installed lines in the more remote areas of the country before cellular obviated the need to. C&W was the first cellular provider but was met in popularity by Digicel, which currently offers competitive service island-wide in terms of reception. Both C&W and Digicel operate on GSM networks and cell prepaid SIM cards, as well as post-pay contractual service (which is more affordable in the long run, but few people use). The two cellular providers have roaming arrangements with select carriers in the United States, but the fees charged for roaming make buying a SIM card locally (US$5) the best option no matter your length of stay. Prepaid phone credit is sold in different increments, starting at about US$1.

The cellular providers penalize their customers when calling outside their own network, and many Jamaicans will carry both C&W and Digicel phones to avoid out-of-network calling. Similarly, calling landlines from cell phones is more expensive, as is calling cell phones from landlines.

The 876 country code is never used for calls within the country, and calling land lines from cell phones, or cell phones from landlines, does not require adding the 1 before the seven-digit number.le

Cable TV and Internet

Columbus Communications, operating as Flow, is the island's largest and amost reliable cable, broadband and VoIP operator. Digicel recently entered the cable television market by buying a small Kingston operator, Telstar Cable. Digicel and LIME offer wireless broadband, and in remote areas, Port Antonio-based Dekal offers wireless broadband. All operators offer contract and prepaid service with dongles, suitable for outdoor use, and wireless modems for indoors.

Radio

Kingston has some of the best radio stations anywhere, and it's not just reggae you'll find on the airwaves. Reggae in fact developed with the help of a strong tradition in radio, as young musicians were inspired by American music of the 1950s and 1960s, adapting the songs with a distinct Jamaican flavor. Radio stations of note include RJR, Power 106, Irie FM (which has been referred to as the daily soundtrack of the island), Fame FM, and Zip FM. Radio West broadcasts from Montego Bay, while KLAS FM is based in Mandeville and Irie FM in Ocho Rios. Radio Mona (93 FM) broadcasts from the communications department at the University of the West Indies, Mona. Hits 92 FM is a good station in Kingston for a wide range of contemporary music, from dancehall to hip-hop and R&B.

Radio broadcasting in Jamaica dates from World War II, when an American resident, John Grinan, gave his shortwave station to the government to comply with wartime regulations. From wartime programming of one hour weekly, the station quickly expanded to four hours daily, including cultural programming. Radio would have a key impact on the development of Jamaican popular music in the 1940s and 1950s as the only means of dissemination for the new musical styles coming mainly out of the United States.

Television

Jamaica's main television stations are Television Jamaica (TVJ, www.televisionjamaica.com), formerly the Jamaica Broadcast Corporation (JBC); CVM (www.cvmtv.com); Reggae Entertainment Television (RETV); and Jamaica News Network (www.jnnntv.com). In 2006, TVJ acquired both JNN and RETV, consolidating its leadership in both news and entertainment programming on the island. Hype TV is the leading entertainment channel.

MAPS AND TOURIST INFORMATION

The map of Jamaica published by Shell (US$4.25) is the best and most easily accessible island-wide road map, with detailed inserts for major towns and cities. The city maps sold by the National Land Agency are less detailed and lack many of the road names included on the Shell map. The Land Agency does have good topographical maps on the other hand, which are sold for a hefty US$7 per sheet. Twenty sheets cover the whole island and the maps can be obtained on CD.

Handy tourism-oriented business brochures are available free of charge at the chamber of commerce offices in Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, and Negril.

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

One of the most frustrating things in Jamaica is the lack of a consistent convention when it comes to measurements. On the road, where the majority of cars are imported from Japan and odometers read in kilometers, many of the signs are in miles, while the newer ones are in kilometers. The mixed use of metrics in weights and measurements is also a problem complicating life in Jamaica, with chains used commonly when referring to distances, liters used at the gas pump, and pounds used for weight.

TIME

Jamaica is on Greenwich Mean Time minus five hours, which coincides with Eastern Standard Time for half the year (in the northern winter) since no allowance is made for daylight saving time given the nominal difference between day length throughout the year.

Health and Safety

There are no special vaccinations required to enter Jamaica.

HEAT

Jamaica is a tropical country with temperatures rising well above 38°C in the middle of summer. Sensible precautions should be taken, especially for those not accustomed to being under such hot sun. A wide-brimmed hat is advisable for days at the beach, and a high-SPF sunblock essential. Being in the water exacerbates rather than mitigates the harmful rays, creating a risk for overexposure even while swimmers may be unaware of the sun's effects--until the evening, when it becomes impossible to lay down on a burned back. While most hotels offer air-conditioning, just as many have been constructed with cooling in mind to obviate the need for air-conditioning. Louvered windows with a fresh sea breeze or ceiling fan can be just as soothing as air-conditioning, while not putting such a strain on Jamaica's antiquated and inefficient electrical grid. In the summer months, air-conditioning is a well-appreciated luxury, especially for sleeping. If you are traveling between June and September, consider spending some time in the Blue Mountains, where there's a cool breeze year-round.

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES

Jamaican culture celebrates love, romance, and intimacy. While not everyone is promiscuous, keeping multiple sexual partners is common, and infidelity is generally treated as an inevitable reality by both men and women. The obvious danger in this attitude is reflected in a high incidence of STDs on the island, including underreported figures on AIDS/HIV infections. If you engage in sexual activity while in Jamaica, like anywhere else, condoms are indispensable and the best preventative measure you can take apart from abstinence.

CRIME

Unfortunately, criminal acts are a daily reality for a large number of Jamaicans, from the petty crimes committed by those who find themselves marginalized from the formal economy to high-rolling politicians and drug dons who control the flow of capital, illegal substances, and arms on the island. In sharp contrast to other developing nations with high poverty rates, and perhaps contrary to what one might expect, random armed assault on individuals and muggings in Jamaica are quite rare. The crime that is most ingrained and more or less the order of the day is devious, petty thievery. Almost everybody who has stayed in Jamaica for any length of time has experienced the disappearance of personal effects, whether a wallet or a perfume or a cell phone, one of the most prized items. Stay vigilant and take every possible precaution and you will likely have no problem.

BRIBERY

Officially bribery is illegal, and people offering a bribe to an officer of the law can be arrested and tried in court. It's generally quite obvious when a police officer is seeking a pay-off. Phrases like, "do something for me nuh," "gimme a lunch money," or "buy me a drink" typically get the message across quite effectively. Do not try to bribe police when it is not solicited (or even when it is); there are officers of the law who will take offense and could even try to use this to add to the severity of the alleged offense (or required bribe).

There is a department, the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) within the Jamaican police force dedicated to routing out corruption. The office is based in Kingston (tel. 876/967-1909, 876/967-4347 or 876/924-9059) but has officers across the island. Be sure to take note of the badge number of the officer in question if you are planning to make a report.

DRUGS

Jamaica has a well-deserved reputation as a marijuana haven. Contrary to what many visitors believe, marijuana is classified by the Jamaican authorities as a drug and is illegal. Practically speaking, however, marijuana use is not criminalized and it's impossible to walk through Half Way Tree in Kingston or Sam Sharpe Square in Mobay without taking a whiff of ganja, as the herb is known locally. Nevertheless, if a police officer sees a tourist smoking, it often provides a good excuse for harassment and threats of imprisonment. These are generally not-so-subtle hints that a pay-off is in order. It's not generally a good policy to entertain bribes, but some tourists caught in this situation have found that US$20 can go a long way in preventing discomfort for all parties involved.

Beyond ganja, Jamaica has also gained a well-deserved reputation as a transshipment point for cocaine originating in Colombia. Crack addiction has been a problem in some coastal communities where cargo has inadvertently washed ashore. While marijuana use is tolerated on the island due to its widespread consumption and a Rastafarian culture that incorporates its use into religious and recreational practices as a sacrament, there is no good reason to use cocaine or any other hard drug in Jamaica, despite offers that will inevitably arise on a walk along Seven-Mile Beach in Negril.

Tips for Travelers

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY AND EMPLOYMENT

The University of the West Indies (UWI) has exchange programs with several regional institutions and alliances with U.S.- and U.K.-based universities.

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

While work is often the last thing on people's minds on a trip to Jamaica, volunteering can be an immensely rewarding experience. It inevitably puts visitors in direct contact with real working people as opposed to the forced smiles associated with the tourism industry. Several church groups offer volunteer opportunities, while there are also several secular options.

Dream Jamaica (contact programs director Adrea Simmons, programs@dreamjamaica.org, or write to info@dreamjamaica.org, www.dreamjamaica.org), one of Jamaica's best volunteer programs, operates summer programs in Kingston that bring volunteer professionals from abroad and connects high school students in career-driven summer programs with the local business community. Dream Jamaica seeks local professionals who can commit four hours per month to mentoring high school students, and program coordinators and assistance from Jamaica or abroad for full-time volunteer work over the six week program each summer.

Blue Mountain Project Jamaica (contact service learning program coordinator Haley Madson, tel. 920/229-1829, slp@bluemountainproject.org, www.bluemountainproject.org) is a volunteer organization focused on the Hagley Gap community in the Blue Mountains that places visitors to Jamaica in home stays and coordinates volunteer work in any number of socioeconomic development projects it oversees, like establishing health clinics, art camps, adult education, basic infrastructure and ecological projects embodying the group's "Educating and Empowering" tag line. Volunteers pay US$79 per night for a minimum of a week, which covers lodging, meals, and transportation. Longer volunteer stints are rewarded with discounted rates.

The Peace Corps (www.peacecorps.gov) is quite active in Jamaica but generally requires an extensive application process, offering little or no opportunity for spontaneous or temporary volunteer work on the island. Nevertheless Americans looking to make a contribution to sensible development programs have found Jamaica a challenging and rewarding place to work.

ACCESS FOR TRAVELERS WITH DISABILITIES

Travelers with disabilities should not be turned off by the lack of infrastructure on the island to accommodate special needs, but it is important to inquire exhaustively about facilities available. Most of the all-inclusive resorts have special facilities to accommodate wheelchairs and the like, but outside developed tourist areas, a visit will not be without its challenges.

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN

Despite the stereotypes associated with Jamaica (leaving many who have never visited with the impression of a hedonistic partyland or a gun-slinging Wild West), the island is a fascinating and engaging place for children. Beyond the obvious attraction of its beaches, Jamaica has a wealth of attractions that make learning fun, from jungle and mountain hikes teeming with wildlife to farm tours that offer visitors a sampling of seasonal fruits. The activities available to engage children are endless. What makes the island an especially great destination for families is the love showered on children generally in Jamaica. Nannies are readily available virtually everywhere and can be easily arranged by inquiring at any accommodation, not just at those that tout it as a unique service.

WOMEN TRAVELERS

Jamaica is a raw and aggressive society, with little regard for political correctness and little awareness or respect for what is considered sexual harassment in the United States and Europe. Flirtation is literally a way of life, and women should not be alarmed if they find they are attracting an unusual degree of attention compared with what they are used to back home. On the street, catcalls are common, even when a woman is accompanied by her boyfriend or husband; in nightclubs women are the main attraction and dancing can be very sexual. Both on the street and in the club it's important to keep your wits about you and communicate interest or disinterest as clearly as possible. It is more the exception than the norm for men to persist after women have clearly communicated disinterest.

Jamaica depends overwhelmingly on the tourist dollar, and the authorities generally make an extra effort to ensure visitor safety. Nonetheless, if you are a woman traveling alone, it's best to exercise caution and avoid uncomfortable encounters. Suitors will inevitably offer any and every kind of enticing service: Accept only what you are 100 percent comfortable with and keep in mind that local men might make romantic advances because they're motivated by financial incentives.

GAY AND LESBIAN TRAVELERS

Jamaica is notoriously and outwardly anti-gay. Many Jamaicans will defend their anti-homosexual stance with religious or biological arguments, and many reggae artists use anti-gay lyrics as an easy sell, often instigating violence against gay men (whether metaphorically or literally, it's hard to tell the difference). Some of these artists--like Buju Banton, who had a hit titled "Boom Bye Bye" which suggested killing gay people--have toned down their rhetoric following tour cancellations abroad owing to their promulgated prejudice, while others, like Sizzla, continue unabated, indifferent to the potential for promoters abroad to affect their careers.

Though on the whole Jamaica is an extremely tolerant society, it is best for gay and lesbian travelers not to display their sexual preference publicly as a precautionary measure. Many all-inclusive resorts have in recent years altered their policies to welcome gay travelers, and still other high-end resorts have a noticeably gay lean.

Conduct and Customs

Etiquette

Etiquette and manners are taken very seriously in Jamaica, although there's a lot of variation when it comes to individual concern over proper etiquette. Some people are so proper they might as well be the Queen, whereas others lack manners entirely. To a more exaggerated extent than many other places in the world where the same holds true, manners, etiquette, and speech in Jamaica are perceived as directly correlated to upbringing, socioeconomic class, and social status. Therefore it's important to be aware of the impression you make, especially with language. Cussing, for instance, is scorned by many educated Jamaicans, especially devout Christians. Meanwhile, as is the case everywhere, many people couldn't care less about the impression they make and speak quite freely and colorfully.

Photographing people in Jamaica can be touchy and should be done only after asking permission. That said, media professionals are highly respected and if you are walking with a camera, people will often ask you to take their picture regardless of whether they will ever see it. It makes a nice gesture to give people photos of themselves and is a great way to make friends. Photographing people without asking permission will often garner a request for monetary compensation. Asking permission often gets the same response. If the picture is worth it, placate your subject with whatever you think it's worth. Money is rarelyturned down.

BEGGING

Begging in Jamaica is an everyday affair, from people voluntarily washing car windows at stoplights in Kingston and Mobay, to friends asking friends for money for this, that, or the other. It's important to balance altruism in providing whatever contribution you are able to offer based on your means with the practicality of perpetuating a dependence on others for monetary gifts. The truth of the matter is, underemployment is severely underreported in Jamaica and unfortunately poverty will not be eradicated anytime soon. Nevertheless, in tourist areas begging can be a nuisance, and it's best to discourage beggars by donating your money instead to a local organization or charity.

TIPPING

Tipping is common practice in Jamaica to a varying degree of formality depending on the venue, from leaving a "smalls" for the man who watched/washed your car while you were at the club, to more serious sums for the staff at your villa. It's important to help those on the receiving end differentiate between a tip and a handout, however, as Jamaica suffers from a lack of productivity in part due to handouts, whether in the form of remittances, political favors, or petty change. At the same time, it's also important to acknowledge the fact that typically those who provide a service are working on a salary and don't see the cash you are paying for the service rendered, no matter how expensive it may be.

Many of the more formal restaurants include a service charge in the bill, in which case any further tip should be discretionary based on the quality of service provided. At inexpensive eateries tipping is rare, while at the more upscale restaurants, it is expected. The amount to leave for a good meal at a mid-range to expensive restaurant follows international standards, or between 10 percent and 20 percent depending on the attention you received.

Most all-inclusive hotels have banned tipping to discourage the soliciting that makes their guests uncomfortable. Where anti-tipping policies are in place, it's best to adhere to them. At European-plan hotels, a US$5\10 tip for the bellhop is a welcome gesture.

Staffed villas usually state that guests are to leave the staff a tip equal to 10 percent of the total rental cost. This consideration should be divided equally amongst the staff who were present during your stay and given to each person individually.

Tipping is also common practice at spas, where a US$20 bill on top of the cost of treatment for the individual who provided the service will be well received.

Tour guides at attractions, even when included in the cost of the tour, greatly appreciate a token tip.

Food

Jamaican food is a reason in itself to visit the island. Home-cooked meals are generally the best so it's worth seeking out an invitation whenever possible. The traditional dishes were developed during the era of slavery and typically include a generous, even overwhelming, serving of starch, and at least a token of meat or seafood protein known historically as "the watchman." In recent years pan-Caribbean fusion has caught on as a new culinary trend, with creative dishes added to the traditional staple dishes.

Ackee is a central ingredient of the national dish, ackee and saltfish. The fruit contains dangerous levels of toxic amino acid hypoglycine until the fruit pods open naturally on the tree, or "dehisce," in horticultural terminology, at which point the yellow fleshy aril surrounding the glossy, black seed is safe to eat. Ackee has the consistency and color of scrambled eggs and is generally prepared with onion and rehydrated saltfish. Dried codfish was the original ingredient, which made an important dietary contribution during slavery when it was shipped from its abundant source off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Today cod has become scarce and very expensive when available as a result of over-fishing, and the fish is most often imported from Norway or replaced altogether with other saltfish substitutes.

Bammy is derived from the Taino word guyami, which was a staple for the Tainos. Bammy is made from cassava (known in many Spanish-speaking countries as casabe ). In Jamaica, bammy is either steamed or fried and usually eaten as the starch accompaniment to fish.

Bun, or Easter Bun, is a tradition that has become popular enough to last throughout the year, so much so that by Easter there is little novelty left. Bun is typically eaten with yellow cheddar cheese.

Bulla is a heavy biscuit made with flour and molasses.

Callaloo is a spinach-like green often steamed and served for breakfast, either alone as a side dish or sometimes mixed with saltfish.

Curry was brought to Jamaica by indentured Indians and quickly caught on as a popular flavoring for a variety of dishes, most commonly curry goat, but also including curry chicken, conch, shrimp, crab, and lobster. Curry rivals ganja as the most popular contribution from Indian to Jamaican culture.

Dumpling is a round doughy mass that's either boiled or fried, generally to accompany breakfast. When boiled, there is little difference at the center from raw dough. Spinners are basically the same thing but rolled between the hands and boiled with conch or corn soup.

Fish tea is similar to mannish water except it is made with boiled fish parts.

Festival is another common starchy accompaniment to fish and jerk meals, consisting basically of fried dough shaped into a slender cylindrical sort of blob.

Food refers to any starchy tubers served to accompany a protein, also known as "ground provisions." The term has its roots in the days of slavery when provision grounds were maintained by slaves to ensure an adequate supply of food.

Jerk is a seasoning that goes back as far as Jamaica's Tainos. The most common jerk dishes are chicken and pork, optimally barbecued using pimento wood which gives the meat a delicious smoky flavor complemented by the spicy seasoning that invariable contains hot scotch bonnet pepper.

Mannish water is a popular broth with supposed aphrodisiac properties made of goat parts not suitable for other dishes (the head, testicles, legs) and cooked with green banana, spinners, and seasoned with pepper and sometimes rum.

Oxtail is a popular dish that requires little explanation.

Provisions are an inexpensive and important part of the Jamaican diet. The most commonly consumed starches include rice, yam, cassava, breadfruit, dumpling (fried or boiled balls of flour), boiled green banana, or fried plantain.

Rice and peas is the most ubiquitous staple served with any main dish. "Peas" in Jamaica is what the rest of the English-speaking world refers to as beans and usually consist of either kidney beans sparsely distributed among the white rice, or gungo peas cooked with coconut milk and other seasoning.

Saltfish was originally codfish that was shipped from New England in large quantities, with salt used as a preservative. It became a protein staple that helped sustain the slave trade. Despite the widespread use of refrigeration today, saltfish continues to be a sought-after item, even as the stocks of cod have been depleted from the Great Banks of Massachusetts and other salted fish has been substituted in its place.

Fresh seafood is readily available throughout Jamaica, though fish, shrimp, and lobster are typically the most expensive items on any menu. Fish is generally either red snapper or parrot fish prepared steamed with okra, escovitched, or fried. Escoveitch fish comes from the Spanish tradition of escaveche, with vinegar used in the preparation. In Jamaica, scotch bonnet pepper and vinegar-infused onion is usually served with friedescoveitch fish.

The most common Jamaican lobsters are actually marine crayfish belonging to the family Palinuridae (Palinurus argus). Commonly known as the spiny lobster, two species are widely eaten, and, while noticeably different, are every bit as delicious as lobster caught in more northern waters.

Popular breakfast items include hominy porridge and beef liver in addition to ackee and saltfish, typically eaten on Sundays.

Coffee

Jamaican coffee is among the most prized in the world, Blue Mountain Coffee being the most coveted variety on the island. The Blue Mountain name is itself a registered trademark, and only a select group of farmers are authorized to market their beans as such by the Coffee Board. Some of the best Blue Mountain Coffee is grown on the Twyman's Old Tavern Estate. The Mavis Bank Coffee Factory sells under the Jablum brand and is also of good quality.

Jamaica's coffee industry dates to the Haitian Revolution, when many farmers in the neighboring island fled to Jamaica out of fear for Haiti's future prospects. The cloud forests of the Blue Mountains were found to provide ideal growing conditions that allow the beans to mature slowly, giving the coffee its unique, full-bodied flavor.

Rum

Jamaica has, since the days of old when pirates stormed from port to port pillaging and plundering their way to riches, been an important consumer of rum. Rum production in Jamaica was an important component of the colonial economy under the British, and Jamaican rum is still highly regarded today. There are two varieties of Jamaican rum, white and aged. Aged rum has a reddish-brown tint and is smoother than white rum. Jamaica's high-end brand is Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum, owned by Wray & Nephew and produced in the parish of St. Elizabeth. Worthy Park Estate in St. Catherine has been attempting to rival Wray & Nephew's White Overproof Rum with its Rum Bar Rum brand in recent years.

It is said that the number of rum bars in Jamaica is matched only by the number of churches, the two classes of institution equally ubiquitous down to the smallest hamlets across the island.

Sauces and Spices

Jamaica has for centuries been a great producer of spices, from pimento, known commonly as allspice, to scotch bonnet peppers and annatto. The island's historical reputation as a spice island gave birth to several successful brands sold the world over, from Pickapeppa Sauce, produced in Shooters Hill, Manchester, to Busha Browne's Jamaican sauces, jellies, chutneys, and condiments made in Kingston, to Walkerswood Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, produced in St. Ann. Belcour Blue Mountain Preserves, produced on a cottage-industry scale in the Blue Mountain foothills, continues this tradition.

Visas and Officialdom

American citizens now require a passport to reenter the United States after visiting Jamaica, as part of a campaign to bolster security. Americans and EU citizens do not require a visa to enter Jamaica and can stay for three to six months, although the actual length of stay stamped into your passport will be determined by the customs agent upon entry. For extensions, visit the immigration office in Half Way Tree (25 Constant Spring Rd., tel. 876/906-4402 or 876/906-1304).

EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES

The Land

Jamaica enjoys widely varied topography for its small size, ranging from tropical montane regions in the Blue and John Crow Mountains to temperate areas at the higher elevations of Manchester, to lush tropical coastline along much of the coast to near-desert conditions south of the Santa Cruz Mountains in St. Elizabeth. The variety of climatic conditions is what bestows on Jamaica its singularity. Not every island in the Caribbean can boast natural features and attractions in such abundance and close proximity. The most expansive wetlands area in the Caribbean, the Lower Black River Morass, for example, is a popular wintering ground for birds from across the continent, while Jamaica's various mountain ranges create distinct ecosystems that support high levels of endemism.

Land use in Jamaica was historically framed in the context of the colonial plantation economy, where overseers would control vast tracts of land on behalf of absentee landowners and slaves would not be granted title. The plains were coveted for growing cane, while the more mountainous regions produced timber and spices. The birth of the banana industry in the Northeast opened up large new areas to plantation agriculture, before plague virtually wiped out the crop.

After the abolition of slavery, migration made towns into cities, and a cultural aversion to agriculture and rural life persists today. As you drive across the island you still see vast cane fields in many parishes, with banana and citrus plantations in others. However, it's clear that, just as in many other parts of the world, farming as a way of life has fallen out of fashion, and much agricultural land is left unfarmed.

When the Jamaica Labour Party came to power in 2008 after being in the opposition for 18 years, a renewed emphasis was placed on agriculture by minister Christopher Tufton, who correctly recognizes the vital importance of the sector for country's growth and development. Nonetheless, Jamaica has struggled to bring its land-use policies into the modern era to encourage productive use of land, and squatting continues to be a problem throughout Jamaica. In the greater Kingston area, subdivisions are claiming old cane fields as the urban sprawl continues to fan outward from bedroom communities like Old Harbour, Spanish Town, and Portmore.

GEOGRAPHY

Jamaica is a relatively small island: 235 kilometers miles long and 93 kilometers miles at its widest point, covering an area of 10,992 square kilometers (slightly smaller than the state of Connecticut in the United States). Distances in Jamaica can seem much greater than they really are thanks to mountainous terrain and poor roads.

CLIMATE

Jamaica has a tropical climate along the coast and lowlands, with average annual temperatures of 26\32°C. In the mountains, temperatures can drop down near freezing at night at the highest elevations. Jamaica has two loose rainy seasons: between May and June and then later, with heavier, more sustained rains and coinciding with hurricane season from September to November.

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Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

Good Hope Carriage House

Good Hope Carriage House (US$5500/US$7000 low/high, plus 10/15% gratuity) is a six-bedroom villa at Good Hope Plantation offering luxurious accommodations at the center of a working citrus plantation where Chukka Caribbean offers a number of tours. Antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and top-notch cuisine prepared by attentive staff make this the best accommodation option in the area. Located in the Queen of Spain Valley, Good Hope is one of the most picturesque working estates on the island with the characteristic rolling limestone hills of the cockpit country interior. Citrus has today replaced the cane of yesteryear, while the plantation's great house and a collection of its historic buildings have been modernized. Good Hope embodies old-world charm, without compromising modern luxuries. The villa is staffed with chef, housekeepers and gardeners. Good Hope is an ideal base for family retreats, birding, hiking and mountain biking. There's no better place for horseback riding, still the best means of exploring the surrounding countryside. Of course, the inviting swimming pool and a brimming river make relaxation a favorite pastime for Good Hope guests as well. For those who can't imagine a vacation in Jamaica without beach, Good Hope has it covered with a private strip of sand and waterfront clubhouse on Bounty Bay, 15 minutes away by car.

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Safety

Montego Bay is Jamaica's second-largest city and its tourism capital. More flights arrive to Montego Bay's Sangster International airport than to Kingston, laden with visitors from all over the world. The fact that all-inclusive resorts have come to dominate the hotel room inventory in the city hasn't proven healthy for businesses that rely on tourism in the city center and along the Hip Stip, since most visitors want to make the most of their pre-paid food and beverages on property and allocate precious little to spend beyond the compound walls. Only a few stalwarts remain year-in and year-out, with a host of doomed enterprises shutting their doors within a year or two of opening. One obvious result of the unstable economy is high unemployment, a major factor in Montego Bay having gained notoriety as Jamaica's scamming capital.

While violent crime is an unfortunate persistent reality, it is typically contained in the city's peripheral lower income residential neighborhoods and rarely affects the tourism trade. Nonetheless, security is a serious concern for visitors and residents alike. The city has many residential areas where it's not advisable to venture unless you know where you're going. As a rule of thumb, keep to well-heeled parts of town and be wary of overly friendly invitations and solicitations. If you've rented a vehicle, keep your car doors locked while you're driving and don't let strangers inside the car  Stories abound of seemingly friendly residents offering to assist tourists with directions before entering vehicles without an invitation to "show the oblivious traverlers the way", only to push overpriced ganja or otherwise lead the new arrivals off course in an effort to extract money. The downtown area around Sam Sharpe Square and the Civic Centre are perfectly safe, as is the Hip Strip. Nonetheless, expect to be offered every product or service imaginable; you're best off not taking the bait. Women should avoid walking alone along poorly lit, desolate stretches, especially at night.

All drugs, with the exception of nicotine and alcohol, are illegal in Jamaica. This includes marijuana, or "ganja" as it's popularly known in the island. While the herb is ubiquitous and inexpensive, selling for as little as US$40 an ounce compared to US$200 per ounce in the US, it's an easy in for hustlers to rip off tourists and for police to exact bribes. If you do partake, don't do it in public. At any major music festival, like Reggae Sumfest, ganja is smoked openly in full view of the police; while the authorities can be tolerant in such a setting, in general it's not advisable to try your luck. 

Prostitution is similarly illegal yet widespread in Jamaica, reportedly representing US$58m in annual revenue putting the country at number 25 in world rankings. Most go-go clubs across the island have private rooms where every type of service is offered for an addiitonal fee, and many have adjacent motels renting rooms by the hour. The risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases should be considered before partaking in such activities. Regardless of the questionable morals inherent in the sale of flesh, whether for visual or further indulgence, go-go clubs are one of Jamaica's few recession-proof businesses. They also tend to blast some of the most current, and explicit, dancehall tracks.

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Montego Bay Accommodations

 

Accommodation options vary widely from cheap dives and inexpensive guesthouses to luxury villas and world-class hotels. In the center of town, on Queens Drive (Top Road), and to the west in Reading there are several low-cost options, while the mid-range hotels are concentrated around the Hip Strip along Gloucester Avenue (Bottom Road) and just east of the airport. Rose Hall is the area's most glamorous address, both for its private villas and mansions surrounding the White Witch Golf Course, and for the Ritz-Carlton and neighboring Half Moon, the most exclusive resorts in town. Also on the eastern side of town is Sandals Royal Caribbean, easily the chain's most luxurious property, complete with a private island.

Along the Hip Strip several mid-range hotels provide direct access to Mobay's nightlife, a mix of bars and a few clubs, and guesthouses farther afield offer great rates.

Mobay is the principal entry point for most tourists arriving on the island, many of whom stay at one of the multitude of hotels in the immediate vicinity. The old Ironshore and Rose Hall estates east along the coast are covered in luxury and mid-range hotels.

Orientation

 

Montego Bay has distinct tourist zones, well separated from the bustling and raucous downtown area. The main tourist area is the Hip Strip along Gloucester Avenue, where most of the bars, restaurants, and hotels catering to tourists are located. Extending off the strip is Kent Avenue, a.k.a. Dead End Road, which terminates at the end of the airport runway. Queens Drive passes along the hill above the Hip Strip with several budget hotels, many of them frequented by locals seeking privacy with their special someone.

Downtown Montego Bay is centered on Sam Sharpe Square, where a statue of the slave rebellion leader stands in one corner. The peninsula of Freeport sticks out into the Bogue Lagoon and the Montego Bay Marine Park just west of downtown, with the cruise ship terminal, the yacht club, Sunset Beach and Secrets resorts located there.

East of the airport, Ironshore is a middle class area that covers a large swath of hill in subdivisions and oversized concrete houses. East of Ironshore, Spring Garden is the most exclusive residential neighborhood in Mobay, bordering Rose Hall Estate where many of the area's all-inclusive resorts are wedged between the main road and the sea. Half Moon Resort, the Ritz Carlton, and Palmyra are the most luxurious of Mobay's accommodation options. Also nearby is Rose Hall Resort (a Hilton hotel), Sea Castles, a former resort now rented as apartment units, and three Iberostar hotels in a large complex a few kilometers further to the east down the coast.

 

Planning Your Time

 

Given the proximity of Negril, Jamaica's most developed beach town, as well as the mountains of the Dolphin Head range in Hanover, the interior and South Coast of neighboring Westmoreland, and Cockpit Country in St. James and Trelawny, there are plenty of opportunities for recreation and relaxation from a base in Montego Bay without being on the road for more than a couple hours. Closer to town there are several estate great house tours and plantation tours that make excellent half-day outings. Should you wish to hit the beach, there are plenty of options right in town, while Trelawny also has its share of good beaches.

Mobay makes a convenient base thanks to Sangster International Airport on the eastern side of town. As a point of entry, Mobay is probably the best option, and a night or two in the city, especially if you arrive on the weekend, can be a good way to catch the Jamaican vibe before heading off to a more tranquil corner of the island. But Mobay shouldn't be the only area you visit on a trip to Jamaica. Ideally the area deserves around five days, splitting your time between the beach or another natural attraction, and a visit to a historical site, with some fine dining around the city.

Historical places of interest include Sam Sharpe Square in downtown Mobay, Bellefield, Rose Hall and Greenwood great houses--at least one of which should be seen on a trip to Jamaica--and the Georgian town of Falmouth. All of these make good half-day visits, while Falmouth can easily consume the better part of an unhurried day. Natural attractions in the region include the Martha Brae River, Cockpit Country caves, Mayfield Falls, the Great River, and a handful of working plantations that offer tours. Organized tour operators on the western side of Jamaica usually include transportation to and from Montego Bay or Negril hotels. A few decent beaches along the Hip Strip, on Dead End Road, and at the resorts farther east along the coast make Mobay a good place to hang out and catch some sun, but the city is by no means the place to go for secluded stretches of sand or unspoiled wilderness.

A few times a year, Mobay comes alive for music festivals that are, for many people, reason enough to travel to Jamaica. These include the island's premier music festival, Reggae Sumfest, held in July, and Jazz and Blues Festival (www.jamaicajazzandblues.com), held each January.

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Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

Jewel Dunn's River

Jewel Dunn's River Resort (starting at US$250 double) has ample size guest rooms configured with a single king bed or two double beds. All rooms have mini bars and complimentary internet service. The categories range from the Saphire Moutain View to the Emeral Lanai rooms in smaller, two-story buildings where ground floor rooms open to a patio with a king four-poster or two double bed configuration. A step up gets you vistas of the sea in the Saphire Ocean View rooms, also with four-poster king beds and balconies. The Diamond Ocean View Concierge rooms get you 24-hour room service and a concierge (7 a.m.-10 p.m.) to assist with special dinner seating reservations, sightseeing and shopping planning. The One Bedroom Ocean View Butler Suites have oversized balconies, mahogony decor and canopy four-poster king beds, whirlpool tubs and separate showers, as well as a personal butler and in-suite check-in. The Honeymoon Haven One-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite is as good at it gets, with direct ocean views at ground level and butler service with in-suite check-in. 

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Safety

Corporal Roger Williams of the Ocho Rios Police Department gives sound advice regarding delinquency in Ocho Rios. According to Williams, harassment in Ocho Rios is higher than in other places due to the large squatter settlements around town that support thousands of people from neighboring parishes. St. Ann is the poorest parish, even though you wouldn't necessarily notice because it's well developed, and many come to Ochi in search of opportunity that doesn't always surface in the formal economy.

Hustlers tend to be more aggressive here than in other parishes, and Williams recommends greeting advances with a smile, followed by clear communication demonstrating your lack of interest. Ignoring advances is not wise, he says, as it can make the hustler upset. It is not uncommon for people to follow tourists, touting any and every kind of service, tour, or drug. According to Williams, crack use is generally confined to street people, while tourists are often offered cocaine and, most frequently, marijuana. Williams reminds that all drugs are illegal in Jamaica. Prostitution is very apparent in Ocho Rios, and it's not uncommon for women to solicit cruise ship passengers in full view of the police. Williams noted that while prostitution is illegal, it is rarely prosecuted. Many parts of Ocho Rios can feel unsafe at night, and it is indeed best not to go out alone--parts of downtown, like James Avenue, can be desolate late at night. Petty theft is common, and it's not unheard of for tourists to feel threatened. Women especially should be accompanied walking around town at night.

Behind the inevitable theatrics used by hustlers to get the attention of unassuming visitors, there is a down-to-earth Jamaican sincerity that will often surface by entertaining advances with a "No, thank you," or "I'm all set, thanks, bredren . . . " Should undesired suitors not be placated with that, or should they react in a less-than-honorable manner, it's important to remember they represent a small minority of Jamaicans; the majority understand the value of hospitality as a cultural and economic virtue central to the Jamaican idiosyncrasy and the tourism industry alike.

Orientation

The city of Ocho Rios lies at the center of the Central North Coast region. It is a junction for traffic between the North Coast and the Kingston metropolitan area, and for traffic running along the North Coast between Montego Bay and Points East. The most popular tourist attractions are located a few minutes' drive west of the city along the coast, including Mystic Mountain, Dolphin Cove and Dunn's River Falls. There are also less heeled, unmanaged attractions in the same vicinity, most notably Laughing Waters. At the heart of Ocho Rios is the town beach in Turtle Harbor, and a few minutes' drive east along main street is Mahogany Beach, the most popular with locals, and the starting point for catamaran booze cruises.

A ten-minute drive further west is St. Ann's Bay, the parish capital, where a route inland through Brown's Town leads to the Bob Marley Mausoleum, where pilgrims arrive in throngs to pay their respects to the King of Reggae and visit his birthplace and final resting place. 

A few minutes east of Ochi along the coast, a bridge across the White River marks the boundry with the neighboring parish of St. Mary, known as Jamaica's best kept secret. Boutique hotels and villas dot the coast in areas like Boscobel, Oracabessa and Galina and active farms inland welcome visitors for tours.

History

St. Ann figures strongly in Jamaica's early colonial history. Italian explorer Christopher Columbus landed on the shore near Discovery Bay in 1492 while under contract from the Spanish Crown to find a shorter passage to the Far East. Within a few years, the Spanish began to inhabit the island as they systematically wiped out the native Taino population, establishing their capital at Sevilla la Nueva, or New Seville, just west of St. Ann's Bay. Later, after the British seized the island in a carefully executed attack on Santiago de la Vega, or what's now known as Spanish Town, most of the Spaniards who were determined to stay in Jamaica fled to the North Coast, where they regrouped and continued to carry out guerrilla reprisal attacks on the British with the help of Maroon loyalists. But the British had exploited a disorganization that had its roots in a lack of commitment on the part of the Spanish to develop the island as it had done in many other colonies, a neglect many scholars attribute to the absence of gold in Jamaica. The decisive battle that ended any lingering doubt about the fate of Jamaica occurred at the mouth of the Rio Nuevo, just east of present day Ocho Rios. The town was later at the center of Jamaica's slave economy and sugar boom, with vast plantations around the area. Later, Ocho Rios played an important role in the development of Jamaica's chief mineral export, bauxite, and remains an import shipment point today. When tourism grew to overtake bauxite as the country's chief earner of foreign currency, Ocho Rios was again at the center of this transformation, building the cruise ship terminal to attract the massive flows of capital that continue to play a vital role in the local economy.

Planning Your Time

Unless your goal is to simply loaf on the beach, or you happen to be staying in a destination resort or villa that’s too comfortable to leave, Ocho Rios is not a place to spend more than a few days if you’re trying to see other parts of the island in a short period of time. It’s the most practical base, however, for a number of key attractions, including Mystic Mountain, Dunn’s River Falls, Dolphin Cove, Nine Mile, Walkerswood, Seville Great House, White River Valley, Prospect Plantation, and the Rio Nuevo battlesite. Oracabessa is only a half hour away, and there are a couple of good farm tours in that vicinity, in addition to James Bond Beach, a popular venue for several annual events.

Most of these sights are serviced by organized tours that generally consume the better part of a day. If you’re driving yourself or have chartered a taxi, however, there’s far more flexibility to fit in a string of activities in a day, and there’s no reason you can’t spend the morning horseback riding at Seville Heritage park and then stop by Dunn’s River to cool off and climb the falls on the way back to Ochi. Most developed attractions have factored transportation into their formula, and while they certainly profit by it, it’s often worth letting someone else do the driving. Car rentals in Jamaica are typically expensive, as is fuel.

Several annual events make a stay in OchoRios all the more worthwhile. During Easter, Jamaica’s carnival season is in full force with events east and west of Ocho Rios along the coast.

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History

Port Antonio did not develop until Portland was established as a parish in 1723. Originally called Titchfield, the town was concentrated on the peninsular hill dividing the twin harbors that still retains the town’s original name. Port Antonio, like much of the eastern side of the island, was not developed in the early colonial period thanks to the rough terrain not suitable for sugar, the principal cash crop during the slavery period. To further dissuade European settlers, the Maroons had their eastern stronghold inland from Port Antonio in the Rio Grande Valley.

Port Antonio was completely transformed, starting in 1876, by the banana trade, which turned the hills into lucrative plantations in a way sugar never could; the area grew further in recognition when the empty banana steamers returned with New Englanders who’d heard about paradise in Portland, Jamaica. Steamer captains George Busch and later Lorenzo Dow Baker basically invented the lucrative banana trade by encouraging local farmers to plant the "green gold" as they fed an exploding, almost accidental demand in the northeastern United States. Jamaica dominated world banana production until 1929, when Honduras took over as top producer after blight destroyed Jamaica’s crop. But this was not before Baker was able to invent a new trade in tourism, building the Titchfield Hotel, one of the most extravagant hotels in the Caribbean, which enticed the world’s early steam-set to discover Port Antonio. Tourism dropped off during the Great Depression, but the area experienced a brief resurgence in the 1950s and 1960s when it became a chic destination for Hollywood stars, with the likes of Errol Flynn and Ian Fleming making it their preferred stomping ground. Some of the world’s wealthiest people visited and bought property in the area. Since then Portland has been somewhat overshadowed in promotional efforts by tourism developments in Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, and Negril.

Safety

Port Antonio is happily one of the safest parishes for transient tourists, with a notable lack of hustlers compared to other destinations around the island. Notwithstanding, a minister of security was recently embarrassingly burglarized while staying at a luxury villa in the area, and an expat hotelier was murdered in cold blood within the past few years. In both instances foul play may well have been a factor, but the lessons stand, nonetheless. Lock your doors, keep your wits about you, and avoid walking alone along desolate stretches at night; this especially applies to women. Fortunately the most serious crime you're likely to encounter is a ganja peddler pushing his wares.

Orientation

The town of Port Antonio is easy to get around on foot or bicycle, with the farthest-flung attractions being no more than a few kilometers apart. For all nature attractions you will need a ride. While the main road (A4) along the north coast passes through Port Antonio, it follows many different streets before coming out again on the other side of town. Approaching from the east, the A4 first becomes West Palm Avenue, then West Street going through the center of town, before joining Harbour Street in front of the Royal Mall, which later becomes Folly Road and then finally once again simply the main road (A4). Harbour Street and William Street together form a one-way roundabout circling the Court House and the Parish Council.

Titchfield Hill, the old part of town, sits on a protrusion next to Navy Island, which divides the East and West Harbours. Titchfield has several interesting gingerbread-style buildings and a few guesthouses, with Fort George Street, King Street, and Queen Street running the length of the peninsula parallel to one another. In town itself, most of the action is on Harbour and West Streets, where the banks, a few restaurants, two nightclubs, and Musgrave Market are located. From Harbour Road, West Avenue starts up again, wrapping around a residential district and becoming East Avenue before reuniting with the Main Road, at this point called Allen. Red Hassell Road, which is the delineator between East and West Palm avenues, is the route to the Rio Grande Valley.

East of Port Antonio along the coast are a series of hills dropping gently down to coves and bays, which help delineate the districts of Anchovy, Drapers, San San, and Fairy Hill. Farther east lies Boston and then Long Bay. The main beaches including San San, Frenchman’s Cove, Dragon Bay, and Winnifred are all located on this stretch of coast east of town, as is the Blue Hole and Reach Falls just past Manchioneel.
 

Planning Your Time

Some say Port Antonio is a place time forgot. What’s clear is it’s an easy place to fall in love with, and despite the languid pace, it’s impossible to get bored. You’ll want to give the area no less than three days to get in all the main sights without feeling rushed, but if you go there at the beginning of a trip to Jamaica, it’s possible you won’t want to see anything else, unless of course you’re unlucky enough to be there for an extended period of rain, which is not uncommon.

Port Antonio is small enough to fit in two main activities in a day. Folly Mansion is a good morning activity, when the sun lights up the side facing the sea, and is nicely complemented with an afternoon at the beach. The dusk hours are best spent on a bench at the marina with a Devon House I Scream ice-cream cone in hand.

If you’re planning on heading into the higher reaches of the Rio Grande Valley, it will take up at least a day there and back if you’re to fit in a hike to the falls and at least three days round-trip to hike with Maroon guides to the site of Nanny Town, higher up in the Blue Mountains.
 

Getting There and Around

Kingston has the country's second busiest international airport behind Montego Bay. It's still well connected to major hubs in the US with several direct flights daily and to other Caribbean destinations through Panama and Turks & Caicos.

Getting Around

 

Getting Around
On Foot

Jamaicans who walk around Kingston generally don't do so by choice, day or night, and are ridiculed as "walk foots" by their fellow citizens. It's mainly due to the prestige of driving, and more importantly, the heat that pedestrians suffer; the safety concerns around Town are generally exaggerated and vehicles stopped at lights offer little protection, anyway. There is really no better way to get to know the layout of some of the more congested areas like Downtown around the Parade, Knutsford Boulevard's Hip Strip, and around the center of Half Way Tree than to go on foot. Beyond that, route taxis and public buses are the best way to move about for those without a car.

By Bus

Jamaica Urban Transit Company (www.jutc.com, flat fare US$0.75) operates buses in and around the Corporate Area. Routes are extensive, but service and schedules can by daunting. Covered street-side bus stops are scattered along all the major thoroughfares throughout the city, and the more people gathered there, the sooner you're likely to see a bus. This is definitely the most economical way to move about.

By Taxi

Taxis are relatively safe off the street, but it's always best to call a dispatch to ensure accountability. Fares are assessed by distance rather than with a meter, and you may want to haggle if it seems too high. Downtown to New Kingston should cost around US$4.25, New Kingston to Half Way Tree around US$3.50, Half Way Tree to Papine about US$4.25. City Guide Taxi (tel. 876/969-5458) is a decent and dependable service, as are Safe Travel Taxi Service (tel. 876/901-5510) and El-Shaddai (tel. 876/969-7633). All the taxis in Jamaica tend to use white Toyota Corolla station wagons, and when you see one of these, chances are it's a taxi and can be waved down.

By Car

Rental cars tend to be very expensive across the island, but unfortunately indispensable when it comes to independently moving about and exploring remote areas. For the upper reaches of the Blue and John Crow Mountains, a four-wheel-drive vehicle is indispensable. Pervasive potholes in town don't really warrant a 4x4. Check with your credit card company to see if it covers insurance.

Unlicensed rental operators abound. While they may be cheaper (US$50/day) than more reputable agencies, there is less accountability in the event that anything should go worse than planned. These private rentals don't take credit cards, often want a wad of cash up front, and usually don't offer insurance. These informal agencies are best avoided.

Listed rates do not include insurance or the 16.5 percent GCT. Insurance is typically US$15–40, depending on coverage. A deposit is taken for a deductible when customers opt for anything less than full coverage. The use of select gold and platinum credit cards obviates the need to purchase insurance from the rental agency. Check with each individual establishment for their particular policies.

Getting There

By Air

Norman Manley International Airport (tel. 876/924-8546 for arrival and departure information) is located on the Palisadoes heading towards Port Royal east of Downtown. Domestic flights leave from a small terminal by the cargo area, reached by taking a left off the boulevard leading to the main terminal before reaching the roundabout.

interCaribbean Airlines flies between Turks & Caicos and Jamaica. It began offering domestic flights between Kingston's Norman Manley International and Montego Bay in early 2014. It also offer charter service.

Aerogaviota, a Cuban state-owned carrier, offers flights between Kingston and Havana touching down in Santiago.

Historically, most domestic flights in small aircraft departed from Tinson Pen, but there has been little continuity of service among carriers with a slew of different domestic airlines coming and going over the years.

Ground Transportation

The Knutsford Express is popular with Jamaicans and tourists alike, offering the most comfortable coach service between Kingston, Ocho Rios, and Montego Bay with two or three daily departures from each city. New Kingston–Montego Bay departs at 6 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sundays. Buses run between the parking lot behind New Kingston Shopping Centre and Pier 1 in Montego Bay. The trip lasts four hours depending on traffic and costs US$20 prepaid, US$23 on the day of travel.

Buses ply routes around town and between Kinston and major points on the eastern side of the island. The main bus terminals for routes out of Kingston are the Transport Centre hub in the heart of Half Way Tree (tel. 876/754-2610) and the Urban Transport Centre below Coronation Market on Port Royal Street and Water Lane (876/754-2584). Buses depart throughout the day to Port Royal (US$0.50), Spanish Town (US$1), Bull Bay (US$0.50), Morant Bay (US$1.50), Mandeville (US$3), Port Antonio (US$3), Ocho Rios (US$3), Savanna-la-Mar (US$7), Montego Bay (US$6), and Negril (US$8) .

Route taxis and mini buses depart from Cross Roads, Half Way Tree, by the roundabout on upper Constant Spring Road in Manor Park for destinations due north and at the roundabout in Papine for destinations in the Blue Mountains. Route taxis or minibuses depart for Kingston from virtually every city or town in the surrounding parishes and from parish capitals across the island. Route taxi fares are typically slightly higher than buses on the overlapping routes, but don't typically connect faraway points.

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Flamstead

The only remains of the great house at Flamstead is an old chimney. Flamstead was used as a lookout point as far back as the Taino period and during the Napoleonic Wars, served as a residence for Admiral Rodney, and was used as a base for the British army. Former Jamaican trade ambassador Peter King built a house on the site before being murdered in 2006. A plaque on the house he built notes that the site helped prove the usefulness of longitude as first measured by John Harrison’s marine chronometer in 1761 by Harrison’s son William. The Harrisons would eventually take the 20,000-pound sterling prize offered by the British crown for a solution to the problem of measuring longitude in the age of sail.

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Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

Off Beat Tours

Colin Smikle offers a tour he dubs "Blue Mountain in a Hurry" (US$150 for one or two persons with their own vehicle, US$200 for two in his ride), where he’ll guide hikers up and down in a day.

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Getting There and Around

The Blue Mountains are accessible from three points of entry: from Kingston via Papine; from Yallahs, St. Thomas, via Cedar Valley; and from Buff Bay, St. Mary, on the North Coast via the B1, which runs alongside the Buff Bay River. The last route is subject to landslides and has been impassable to all but four-wheel-drive vehicles for several years.

Getting to and around the Blue Mountains can be a challenge, even if keeping lunch down on the way isn’t. Only for the upper reaches, namely beyond Mavis Bank, is it really necessary to have a 4x4; otherwise the abundant potholes and washed-out road is only mildly more challenging to navigate than any other part of Jamaica because of its sharp turns.

A hired taxi into the Blue Mountains will cost from US$25 for a drop-off at Strawberry Hill, to US$100 for the day to be chauffeured around. Route taxis travel between Papine Square and Gordon Town throughout the day (US$2), as well as to Irish Town (US$3.50), but you must wait for the car to fill up with passengers before heading out.

To reach Whitfield Hall, the most common starting point for hiking Blue Mountain, four-wheel-drive taxis can be arranged through Whitfield Hall.

Orientation

There are two main routes to access the south-facing slopes of the Blue Mountain range. The first, accessed by taking a left onto the B1 at the Cooperage, leads through Maryland to Irish Town, Redlight, Newcastle, and Hardwar Gap before the Buff Bay River Valley opens up overlooking Portland and St. Mary on the other side of the range.

The second route, straight ahead at the Cooperage along Gordon Town Road, leads to Gordon Town, and then taking a right in the town square over the bridge, to Mavis Bank. Continuing beyond Mavis Bank requires a four-wheel-drive vehicle and can either take you left at Hagley Gap to Penlyne or straight down to Cedar Valley and along the Yallahs River to the town of Yallahs.

Planning Your Time

 

A few days in Kingston perfectly sets the stage for a nice break into the Blue Mountains. Most of the guesthouses in the mountains can arrange transportation to and from Town; once here, hiking trails abound, and local transport can be found easily with a little patience. Anywhere from two nights to a week should be allowed for a trip into the Blue Mountains, especially for those planning to do some serious hiking or birding. The main draws are relaxation, sipping coffee, and enjoying nature, and your length of stay should therefore depend on how much time you want to dedicate to these essential pastimes.

Turning left at the Cooperage onto the B3 leads up a series of some 360-plus hairpin turns that can leave unaccustomed passengers a bit nauseated. The windy road first passes through the lower hills and valleys of Maryland before reaching the principal hamlet along the route, Irish Town. Irish Town has as its centerpiece St. Mark’s Chapel, a quaint little church reached by a 15-minute walk along a footpath.
 

 

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Safety

Owing to its status as Jamaica's foremost tourism mecca, Negril tends to attract some of the island's most aggressive hustlers. Many will feign friendship and generosity only to demand, often with aggression and intimidation, exorbitant compensation for whatever good or service is on offer, whether it's a CD of one of the countless "up-and-coming artists," a marijuana spliff handed to you as someone extends their hand in greeting, or a piece of jewelry. As a rule, do not accept anything you don't actually want, and clarify the expected compensation if you do want it before allowing anyone to put something in your hand or mouth. It is not uncommon for these kinds of hustlers to draw a knife to intimidate you, and there is generally little fear of repercussions from the police, who tend to be slow-moving if responsive at all. The police are unlikely to be sympathetic, especially if a quarrel or skirmish involves drugs, even if the mix-up was unprovoked. Do your best to stay in well-populated areas, and try to avoid unsolicited approaches from strangers offering something you don't want.

Orientation

Life in Negril is focused on the west-facing coastline, which is divided between Seven-Mile Beach and the West End, or the Cliffs. Seven-Mile Beach runs from Bloody Bay in Hanover on its northern end to the mouth of the Negril River in Westmoreland, on the southern end of Long Bay. There are three principal roads that meet at the roundabout in the center of Negril: Norman Manley Boulevard, which turns into the A1 as it leaves town heading northeast toward Mobay; West End Road, which continues along the coast from the roundabout hugging the cliffs well past the lighthouse, until it eventually turns inland, rejoining the main south coast road (A2) in the community of Negril Spot; and Whitehall Road, which extends inland from the roundabout toward the golf course, becoming the A2 at some point, with no warning before continuing on toward Sav-la-Mar.

Planning Your Time

Negril is the ultimate place to kick back on the beach and forget what day of the week it is. The general area has other worthwhile sights, however, which can help avoid sunburn and provide a glimpse of the "true" Jamaica--with all the allure of its countryside lifestyle and lush scenery. Most visitors to Negril come specifically to laze on the beach in the dead of winter, but there are special events throughout the year to be considered if you're planning a trip with some flexibility.

Negril is invaded each year March-April by American college kids on all-inclusive spring break vacation packages. The spring breakers come from different institutions over the course of the month, but mostly during the first and second weeks of March. Recent years have been disappointing from an economic standpoint, with fewer visitors than years past. Still, you will want to keep this in mind when planning your trip to Negril--to either avoid the spring break crowd or coincide with it, depending on what you hope to get out of your beach vacation.

History

Negril's natural beauty has been appreciated for centuries, first by the Tainos, Jamaica's first inhabitants; later by pirates and fishermen; and, finally, after a road was built connecting Negril to Green Island in 1959, by the rest of Jamaica and the world at large. Negril Harbor, or Bloody Bay as it is more commonly known, got its name from the whales slaughtered there, whose blood turned the water red. Today the water is crystal clear. The bay was a favorite hangout for the pirate Calico Jack Rackham and his consort piratesses Mary Read and Anne Bonney, all of whom were captured drunk and partying in Bloody Bay. Calico Jack was hanged in Kingston, while his female counterparts were pardoned. Bloody Bay was also a regular departure point for ships heading to Europe, which would go in fleets to ensure their survival on the high seas. The Bay also provided a hiding place from which ambushes were launched on Spanish ships. It was also the departure point for the British naval mission, which saw 50 British ships launch a failed attempt to capture Louisiana, culminating in the Battle of New Orleans during the American War of Independence.

Entertainment

The great thing about Negril is the fact that no matter the season, you can forget what day of the week it is in a hurry. While weekends remain "going-out nights," and important acts that draw large Jamaican audiences will perform generally on a Friday or Saturday, big artists also perform on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. Because Negril is so small, the handful of clubs that monopolize the regular live entertainment market have made a tacit pact whereby each takes a night, or two, of the week. This way, the main clubs are guaranteed a weekly following, and Negril's transient crowd can somewhat keep tabs on where to go on any particular evening.

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Negril Accommodations

 

Negril definitely has something for everyone when it comes to finding the ideal place to stay. From couples-only, all-inclusive resorts, to hip, inexpensive independent cottages by the sea and exclusive villas, there's an option for every taste and budget. Low-season and high-season rates apply here as much as, if not more than, the other tourism centers on the island. Some establishments increase rates in the middle of the low season for special events like Independence weekend at the beginning of August, when Jamaicans from "yard" and "abroad" flock for a torrent of nonstop parties that last for days on end.

Accommodations and food are divided geographically by Negril's roundabout, which can be used to distinguish between the properties on either side of Norman Manley Boulevard from those on the other side of town along West End Road, also referred to as "The Cliffs". Within each price category, the accommodations are organized from north to south.

Seven-Mile Beach starts at the mouth of Negril River and stretches the length of Long Bay as well as Bloody Bay farther north. Long Bay is fronted by a multitude of small hotels as well as large all-inclusive resorts on its northern end.

Liberty Hall

National Gallery

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Emancipation Park

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The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

The Blue House

A top notch B&B (US$140-220 double occupancy) in a serene, green setting minutes from the heart of Ocho Rios. Five comfortable, air conditioned bedrooms can sleep a maximum of 15 persons. The pool is just large enough, and surrounded by lounge chairs and lush vegetation. Run by a Chinese-Jamaican family of innkeepers and renown chefs, siblings Elise and Daryl who are well endowed to share the finer things in Jamaica, from its cultural treasures to its culinary delights.

Safety

Kingston is a city of nearly one million people, the vast majority of whom know poverty. It is important to keep in mind that people will say and do just about anything that gives them the opportunity to eat, or "nyam food." While some may use physical intimidation to get what they want, a more common occurrence is for someone to pretend to know you or yell aggressively from across the street, "Come here!" When you get the feeling that an advance of this sort may lead to an uncomfortable situation, go with that inclination. It helps to keep petty cash on hand to ease tensions when strategically necessary. If you're driving, there's almost always someone nearby to help direct your parking and then volunteer to watch your car while you go about your business. When you return to the car the helpful volunteer will certainly expect a tip. While you don't need to be intimidated by these everyday occurrences, a bit of change or a small bill will put you in good stead for the next time.

For women travelers unaccustomed to aggressive men, Jamaica will most certainly be an eye-opener. Shyness is not a strong part of the Jamaican way, and Jamaican men will put on all kinds of charm to seduce women with creative and tactful words. While most of these approaches are harmless, it's important to never let down your guard and to maintain a certain degree of aloofness, taking everything with a grain of salt. Standards for what is considered acceptable language are very different in Jamaica from most North American and European countries, and language commonly used for flirtation in Jamaica might be considered sexual harassment in other places.

In club settings, dancing can be very sexual and intimate, with "whining and grinding" a part of normal conduct. Jamaican women are a tough lot, however, and generally run things, or have control over the situation. When a man displeases them, they have no problem making it known. You should feel perfectly comfortable doing the same--with a degree of diplomacy to avoid offending the suitor's pride.

Crime and violence certainly exist in Kingston, although visitors are unlikely to encounter it. In fact, it would take real effort for a foreigner to be a victim of gun violence in Kingston, perhaps only by making the mistake of wearing an orange People's National Party (PNP) T-shirt while walking through Tivoli Gardens, one of the city's most notorious ghettos and a stronghold for the Jamaica Labor Party (JLP). Political situations linked to sensitive constituencies like Tivoli Gardens can cause these garrison communities to flare up with tension and violence, usually demonstrated by residents barricading the streets in one of the only displays of power they can muster. Should you be unfortunate enough to be caught in Kingston under these circumstances, avoid going Downtown and keep abreast of the news and discuss safety with locals. The U.S. embassy is typically the first to sound an alarm issuing prompt travel advisories anytime such a situation exists. Jamaica has a history of liaisons between politicians and dons, the strongmen who rule many of the impoverished areas of Kingston and Spanish Town, and it's best to avoid getting involved in any way as a visitor.

Generally speaking, the only time foreigners are in the press associated with crime is in cases where they have tried to exit the country carrying drugs. Sticking by the right set of locals and hanging in the right places, Kingston is no more dangerous a place than any other big city in the developing world where wealth and poverty coexist.

Orientation

The parish of Kingston encompasses what is today referred to as Downtown, as well as the Palisadoes, a 16-kilometer-long, thin strip of land that runs from the roundabout at Harbour View to the tip of Port Royal.

Originally laid out in a grid bound by Harbour, North, East, and West Streets, the old city of Kingston soon overstepped these boundaries with ramshackle residential neighborhoods springing up on every side. Over the years, some of these areas have seen simple zinc shacks replaced by homes of slightly better stature. Most of the buildings in the area below the central square, or Parade, as it is known, are commercial, with limited middle-income housing in high-rise buildings near the waterfront.

Most of the more bustling areas of Town are actually located in St. Andrew parish. The two most developed areas are the hubs of New Kingston, immediately north of Cross Roads, and Half Way Tree, immediately to the east of New Kingston. Hope Road, where several businesses and sites of interest are located, runs northeast from Half Way Tree Square all the way to Papine on the northern edge of town. From there, Highway B1, which is little more than a narrow, winding road that often becomes impassable on the descent due to landslides, leads into and over the Blue Mountains. Half Way Tree Road is also a major thoroughfare; it starts at Cross Roads, turning into Constant Spring Road north of the Clock Tower in Half Way Tree, and runs to the northernmost edge of town, where it becomes Stony Hill Road, and later turns into Highway A3, leading to St. Mary parish and the North Coast via Junction.

Metropolitan Kingston is often referred to as the Corporate Area and is divided into two regions referred to by Kingstonians as Uptown and Downtown. In a spatial sense, Downtown Kingston is the old city, laid out in a well-organized grid, whereas Uptown encompasses an urban and suburban sprawl with little order, the result of more recent economic development. The junction at Cross Roads forms a dividing line between Downtown and Uptown.

The Blue Mountain foothills flank the entire city, forming a constant backdrop. Along with a handful of high-rises in New Kingston, the hills provide the best natural landmarks for spatial orientation when moving about the city. Kingston's most affluent residential neighborhoods hug the hills from Long Hill in the southeast at the foot of the Dallas Mountains, wrapping around to Beverly Hills, Mona, Hope Pastures, Barbican, Jack's Hill, Graham Heights, Norbrook, Stony Hill, and Red Hills, from east to west.

History

Kingston didn't become an important city, or a city at all for that matter, until well after the British captured Jamaica from Spain in 1655. It wasn't until the great earthquake of 1692 left the nearby boomtown of Port Royal almost entirely underwater that Kingston's population grew to any size--thanks to the survivors fleeing from across the harbor. A subsequent disaster, a devastating fire in 1703, left Port Royal virtually abandoned and sealed the town's fate as a literal backwater. Prior to this, Kingston's Downtown area was dominated by a fishing and pig-farming village known as Colonel Beeston's Hog Crawle.

The well-organized city was built to take advantage of the outstanding natural harbor that had put Port Royal on the map in the first place, and it was named in honor of William of Orange, who ruled England from 1689 to 1702. Before long, Kingston became an immigration point for merchants from around the Caribbean seeking fortune from the slave trade and associated commerce. When slavery was abolished in 1834, Kingston's population swelled as many former slaves rejected the rural life that reminded them of a not-so-distant past. Country folk began migrating to Kinston in great numbers in search of a fresh start.

Thanks to brisk trade that continued along Kingston Harbor, the city soon challenged the capital of Spanish Town in economic importance. In 1872, after what proved to be years of futile resistance, the disgruntled bureaucrats in Spanish Town finally ceded power. Uptown Kingston remained predominantly rural well into the mid-1800s, when wealthier Kingstonians began seeking refuge from the swelling shantytowns that sprang up around Downtown. Most areas of Uptown today still include "manor" or "pen" in reference to the parcels of land that contained the farming estates of yesteryear.

In 1907, a massive earthquake destroyed the majority of buildings along the waterfront, further exacerbating the flight to Uptown of those with means. By the 1930s, prices plunged for the commodities that still formed the base of Jamaica's economy, causing widespread riots around Kingston. This was a time of social and political unrest throughout the African Diaspora, catalyzing the Jamaican labor movement and bringing leaders Marcus Garvey, William Gordon, and Alexander Bustamante to the fore. By the time Jamaica was granted its independence on August 1, 1962 (it technically remains a protectorate of the British crown), redevelopment along the harbor was slated as a priority. Unfortunately for the waterfront area, most of the economic development that ensued took place along the city's new hip strip, Knutsford Boulevard, in New Kingston, and farther uptown in Half Way Tree and along Hope Road.

Violent political campaigns in the 1970s and 1980s gave Kingston international notoriety, but visitors today rarely find themselves subject to or even observers of violent crime.

Planning Your Time

Kingston has a tendency to consume time, so it's perfect for those who like to idle about and soak up local culture. Skylarking, or idling, is in fact one of Jamaica's favorite pastimes. For visitors looking to hit all the important historical and cultural sites in a rush, at least two nights in a two-week visit to Jamaica should be dedicated to Kingston, and certainly more during a longer stay in order to adopt the local pace and enjoy the sights, food, and nightlife. Most of the historical sights downtown can be seen in one day. Uptown attractions tend to be conveniently concentrated in the Half Way Tree/Hope Road area and will consume another day if you wish to fit in Devon House, The Bob Marley Museum, and Hope Gardens, with a little shopping and eating in between. The noteworthy attractions in Spanish Town can all be seen in half a day.

As a place of business, Kingston's inevitable bureaucratic red tape can be frustrating at worst and a challenge to negotiate at best. Most of the island's music studios and production houses are located in Kingston, which makes it the base for those looking to engage in the entertainment industry. Kingston's nightlife heats up on the weekends with stage shows and parties held almost weekly at one venue or another, but there are worthwhile events almost every night of the week, and the most popular regular street dances are all held on weeknights. Theater performances are held several nights a week. It is worth calling ahead when planning a visit if you would like to catch a theater or dance performance.

If you can, plan to spend a Sunday at Lime Cay. Kingston's most popular beach, just off the coast of Port Royal, has become a hub for the city's young and hip.

Kingston is hardly inexpensive in terms of accommodations, and a meal out for two can match New York City prices if you want to flirt with high society. Still, a night on the town doesn't need to cost more than US$20, and there's always a way to get by regardless of budgetary constraints.

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Portland Jerk Festival

Held on the first Sunday in July (admission US$10), the festival features much more than just great food, with local arts, crafts, and concerts complementing every kind of jerk food imaginable. The venue was once in Boston but was relocated to Folly Oval in 2007.

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Half Moon Beach Cabins

Accommodation is offered at Half Moon Beach in a number of cabins (cash only). Coconut Cabin (US$65) is a one-bedroom with a bathroom, ceiling fan, and mini fridge. Blue Moon Cabin (US$75) has two bedrooms that share a bathroom, sleeping up to four, plus ceiling fans and mini fridge. Seagrape I (US$65) and Seagrape II (US$65) each have one bed and bath with ceiling fans; they share a balcony. Half Moon Beach is one of the few places in Jamaica ideal for camping for those with their own tent (US$15).

Half Moon Beach Cabins

Accommodation is offered at Half Moon Beach in a number of cabins (cash only). Coconut Cabin (US$65) is a one-bedroom with a bathroom, ceiling fan, and mini fridge. Blue Moon Cabin (US$75) has two bedrooms that share a bathroom, sleeping up to four, plus ceiling fans and mini fridge. Seagrape I (US$65) and Seagrape II (US$65) each have one bed and bath with ceiling fans; they share a balcony. Half Moon Beach is one of the few places in Jamaica ideal for camping for those with their own tent (US$15).

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Accommodations

Ocho Rios has developed a wide array of accommodation options thanks to its place as one of the original resort towns in Jamaica. Nevertheless, at the lower end, conditions tend to be consistently on the shabby side with few exceptions, while there are several good mid-range and high-end options.

Many of Jamaica's wealthiest families have weekend homes on Discovery Bay, making it one of the island's most exclusive villa enclaves. Many of these homes rent through agents, while some rent directly through the owners, but usually the pricing is the same either way and renting through an agent can afford some accountability and recourse should you have any problems.

A smattering of low-key budget accommodations can also be found in Discovery Bay, with little in between the budget and luxury extremes.

Accommodations

Port Antonio has a wide range of accommodation options with a notable concentration of high-end villas. Nonetheless, budget hotels and guesthouses dot the coast from town all the way to Long Bay. As in many parts of Jamaica, there are no street numbers, and roads are often referred to as the "main." Refer to the maps in this book for exact locations.

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Spanish Court Hotel

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Pizza By Moonlight

RSVP by 3 p.m. Wednesday with the name of each guest confirmed to attend: events@moonhilljamaica.com
On the menu this week:
Tapas: tuna/chicken/ham croquetas, empanadillas de atun, stamp-'n'-go, steak quesadillas, garden salad, insalata caprese
Pizzas: margherita, vegetarian, hawaiian, ackee, jerk sausage, jerk chicken, pesto chicken, mediterranean shrimp, pesto shrimp, spicy steak, lobster
Eat your fill for JMD 1,000.
Cash Bar / BYOB. 

Kingston Accommodations

Kingston is not known for its luxury rental villas or five-star hotels. Nonetheless, comfortable and affordable options abound. Most business travelers tend to stay in New Kingston or Half Way Tree for easy access to the corporate district. Spanish Court, The Courtleigh, and Terra Nova are business traveler favorites. For those with more down time, it may make sense to seek quieter options in residential neighborhoods or on the edge of town. Alhambra Inn, The Gardens, Moon Hill, or Neita's Nest in Stony Hill are favorites for those seeking a quiet and refreshing respite from the city. Don't expect a lot in the way of amenities for less than US$100, with the higher end of the spectrum pushing US$300 for suites at a few hotels.

The outlying communities of the corporate area in St. Catherine don't have much in the way of inviting accommodations, with a strip of pay-by-the hour dives along Port Henderson Road, commonly known as Back Road, in Portmore, and a few similar establishments in Spanish Town.

Kingston Accommodations

Kingston is not known for its luxury rental villas or five-star hotels. Nonetheless, comfortable and affordable options abound. Most business travelers tend to stay in New Kingston or Half Way Tree for easy access to the corporate district. Spanish Court, The Courtleigh, and Terra Nova are business traveler favorites. For those with more down time, it may make sense to seek quieter options in residential neighborhoods or on the edge of town. Alhambra Inn, The Gardens, Moon Hill, or Neita's Nest in Stony Hill are favorites for those seeking a quiet and refreshing respite from the city. Don't expect a lot in the way of amenities for less than US$100, with the higher end of the spectrum pushing US$300 for suites at a few hotels.

The outlying communities of the corporate area in St. Catherine don't have much in the way of inviting accommodations, with a strip of pay-by-the hour dives along Port Henderson Road, commonly known as Back Road, in Portmore, and a few similar establishments in Spanish Town.

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South Coast Accommodations

The popularity of Treasure Beach as an off-the-beaten-track destination has led to a blossoming in the accommodations market. Most of the guesthouses are remarkably affordable when compared with other tourist areas, with comfortable accommodations for two starting around US$30 per night. Even villas rent for considerably less than in other areas of Jamaica, with rates starting at around US$1,200/2,600 (low/high season) per week for 2-8 people.

The only time of year it becomes hard to find a room is during Calabash Literary Festival (late May), when those who haven't booked well in advance happily settle for whatever's available, even staying in Black River, Junction, or as far away as Mandeville if necessary.

Venue for St. Mary Mi Come From

St. Mary Mi Come From

Capleton, a native of St. Mary, and one of Dancehall's prodigal sons, invites his friends to perform for one of the best shows on the annual reggae calendar. Expect to dance well past sunrise when the headliners, including our beloved host, emerge undaunted by a sleepless night amidst clouds of ganja smoke and thumping bass lines.

Kingston Entertainment

Kingston has Jamaica's most authentic and exciting entertainment offering. From bars and night clubs to weekly street street dances, theatre, poetry readings, comedy and dance, if it's culture you crave, look no further.

Kingston is the heartbeat of Jamaica; it drives the island's cultural and economic pulse. While Jamaica's major tourist centers of Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Negril are a surreal world straddling a party paradise inside walled all-inclusive resorts and a meager existence outside, where locals hustle just to get by, Kingston is refreshing for its raw, real character.

Many Jamaicans love a good party or "session" as they call it, and Kingston has the most consistent and varied nightlife to support partygoers and dance enthusiasts. Don't be alarmed should someone approach to within intimate distance for what is known as a slow "whine" in a club or at a street dance. But it's not just "whining "that Kingston offers. While still less than cosmopolitan in terms of its entertainment offering (you won't find an opera house), the city does support a wide array of cultural and artistic forms from modern dance to art and theater. Of course music touches everybody, and Kingston's nightclubs deliver a raw celebration of music on dance floors and in the streets.

There's no need to hurry in Jamaica, as everything inevitably starts late--certainly true for nightlife. Family-oriented and cultural entertainment generally starts earlier in the evenings, between 7 and 10 p.m. Few people go out to a nightclub before midnight, and clubs don't typically fill up until 2 or 3 a.m. Street dances start particularly late and can be quite boring until a sizeable crowd gathers and people start showing off their moves amidst pan-chicken vendors, enormous speakers, wafting ganja smoke, and a rising sun. Expensive all-inclusive parties maintain an exclusive crowd with ticket prices in the range of US$100. These parties have become quite popular, with the Frenchman's parties at the vanguard of Kingston high society chic for its food and select crowd. UWI and University of Technology campuses host parties somewhat regularly.

Roots & Culture

These are the must-see historical sites and must-do events for those travelers wishing to delve into the pulsating cultural milieu that shapes and defines Jamaican society. Keep tabs on the weekly events calendars in Kingston and Negril to plan your time in these areas. The roots of Jamaican popular music will become vivid with this tour, which touches on the island's evolving music industry.

Day 1

Arrive in Montego Bay for one night at Richmond Hill. If you arrive in the morning, visit Greenwood Great House or Bellefield Great House for a step back in time with a stop at Scotchie's for jerk either before or after the tour. Visit the Gallery of West Indian Art for some inspiration before dinner at Mobay Proper or The HouseBoat Grill. Hit Margaritaville to catch the pinnacle of Mobay nightlife if you still have energy before bed.

Day 2

Hit Doctors Cave Beach in the morning and then head to Negril in the afternoon to catch sunset and dinner on the Cliffs at LTU or Pushcart Grill & Rum Bar. Check out the night's live reggae band on the beach or at Negril Escape on Tuesdays.

Day 3

Make a loop from Negril to Roaring River and Blue Hole Garden or Mayfield Falls before descending to Half Moon Beach along the Hanover coast. Head back to Negril for dinner at Whistling Bird, Kuyaba or Chill Awhile.

Day 4

Leave for Kingston in the morning, stopping in Belmont to pay your respects to a reggae legend at Peter Tosh Memorial Garden. Make a pit stop in Middle Quarters for "swimps" and then in Scott's Pass, Clarendon, to meet the Rasta elders at the headquarters of the Nyabinghi House of Rastafari.

Day 5

Hit Kingston's cultural sights, or any combination of the Bob Marley Museum, Tuff Gong Studios, Culture Yard, and the National Gallery. Call Rita at Vynil Records to arrange a stop to buy the latest 45s. Have dinner at Shorty's on Hellshire Beach or at Gloria's in Port Royal before a night out on the town at Quad or Fiction Fantasy followed by a street dance.

Day 6

Leave in the morning for Jamnesia Surf Club in Bull Bay. Spend the day surfing and hanging with Billy Mystic and family.

Day 7

Spend the morning sampling the ritualized Rasta life at Bobo Hill if you're in the mood for some serious worship. Visit Reggae Falls in the afternoon before heading back to Kingston in the evening for dinner and another night out.

Day 8

Leave in the morning for Port Antonio, checking in at Great Huts, Drapers San or Goblin Hill. Spend the afternoon at Reach Falls or on the beach with a quick visit to Folly Ruins.

Day 9

Depart first thing for Ocho Rios stopping in Charles Town to meet the maroon coronel to take in some history and vision. In Ocho Rios, visit Reggae Xplosion at Island Village before dinner at Tropical Vibes on Fisherman's Beach.

Day 10

Visit Blue Hole Falls in the morning before a transfer to Montego Bay for an evening departure. Stop by Time 'N' Place or Culture Restaurant in Falmouth for a bite.

Vital Bites

Jammin’ Jerk

Scotchies Tree in Kingston
Jo Jo’s Jerk Pit and More in Half Way Tree, Kingston
Original Scotchie’s in Montego Bay
Aunt Gloria’s in Falmouth, Montego Bay
Father Bull Bar, Jerk Centre and Restaurant in Montego Bay
All Seasons Restaurant Bar and Jerk Centre in Spur Tree Hill, South Coast

Powerful Patties

Yatte Man in Redlight, Blue Mountains
Niah’s Patties in Negril

Delectable Curry Goat

Soldier’s Camp in Port Antonio
Claudette’s Top Class in Spur Tree Hill, South Coast
Howie’s HQ in Middle Quarters, South Coast

Scrumptious Seafood

Gloria’s Seafood Restaurant in Port Royal on the Palisadoes, Kingston
Cynthia’s at Winnifred Beach, Port Antonio
Dragon Lounge in Whitehouse, Montego Bay
Far Out Fish Hut and Beer Joint in Greenwood, Montego Bay
Erica’s Cafe in Negril
Dervy’s Lobster Trap in Hopewell, Negril
Marcia Williams’ Rasta-Colored Roadside
Shop in Middle Quarters, South Coast
Little Ochie, South Coast

Destination Dining

Belcour Lodge in the Blue Mountains
Mille Fleurs in Port Antonio
Day-O Plantation in Fairfield, Montego Bay
HouseBoat Grill in Montego Bay

Mobay in a Day

As Jamaica's primary gateway, Montego Bay is likely to be a part of any Jamaican itinerary, even if it's just in passing. For those stepping off a cruise ship for a matter of hours, on the other hand, it may be the only part of Jamaica that fits in the itinerary. Here are some suggestions for how to spend one day in Jamaica's second city, as it's often referred to locally:

1. Hit the beach: Both Doctors Cave Bathing Club and Cornwall Beach, both located on Gloucester Ave, AKA Bottom Road, have fine stretches of white sand, restaurant and bar.

2. Go for a sail: Lark Cruises offers day sails departing from the Montego Bay Yacht Club on a 42-foot Beneteau.

3. Tour a great house: No visit to Jamaica is complete without stepping back in time to experience what life was like as a colony of the British Empire. Three great houses offer tours in the vicinity of Montego Bay, each with distinct experience. Rose Hall Great House, perhaps the most well known and foreboding, was the home of Annie Palmer, fearfully known as the White Witch of Rose Hall. Legend has it she murdered several lovers and ruled the plantation with an iron fist. Many visitors claim to feel the presence of spirits touring Rose Hall. A bit further to the east, Greenwood Great House is maintained with original furnishing and adornments and is still inhabited by its owners.

4. Visit the market: There's no better way to get a feel for the real Jamaica than to visit an open air market, in Montego Bay fittingly found on Market Street.

5. Kiteboard: Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica is the best outfit to get you out on the water in no time, winds permitting. 

Mobay in a Day

As Jamaica's primary gateway, Montego Bay is likely to be a part of any Jamaican itinerary, even if it's just in passing. For those stepping off a cruise ship for a matter of hours, on the other hand, it may be the only part of Jamaica that fits in the itinerary. Here are some suggestions for how to spend one day in Jamaica's second city, as it's often referred to locally:

1. Hit the beach: Both Doctors Cave Bathing Club and Cornwall Beach, both located on Gloucester Ave, AKA Bottom Road, have fine stretches of white sand, restaurant and bar.

2. Go for a sail: Lark Cruises offers day sails departing from the Montego Bay Yacht Club on a 42-foot Beneteau.

3. Tour a great house: No visit to Jamaica is complete without stepping back in time to experience what life was like as a colony of the British Empire. Three great houses offer tours in the vicinity of Montego Bay, each with distinct experience. Rose Hall Great House, perhaps the most well known and foreboding, was the home of Annie Palmer, fearfully known as the White Witch of Rose Hall. Legend has it she murdered several lovers and ruled the plantation with an iron fist. Many visitors claim to feel the presence of spirits touring Rose Hall. A bit further to the east, Greenwood Great House is maintained with original furnishing and adornments and is still inhabited by its owners.

4. Visit the market: There's no better way to get a feel for the real Jamaica than to visit an open air market, in Montego Bay fittingly found on Market Street.

5. Kiteboard: Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica is the best outfit to get you out on the water in no time, winds permitting. 

Mobay in a Day

As Jamaica's primary gateway, Montego Bay is likely to be a part of any Jamaican itinerary, even if it's just in passing. For those stepping off a cruise ship for a matter of hours, on the other hand, it may be the only part of Jamaica that fits in the itinerary. Here are some suggestions for how to spend one day in Jamaica's second city, as it's often referred to locally:

1. Hit the beach: Both Doctors Cave Bathing Club and Cornwall Beach, both located on Gloucester Ave, AKA Bottom Road, have fine stretches of white sand, restaurant and bar.

2. Go for a sail: Lark Cruises offers day sails departing from the Montego Bay Yacht Club on a 42-foot Beneteau.

3. Tour a great house: No visit to Jamaica is complete without stepping back in time to experience what life was like as a colony of the British Empire. Three great houses offer tours in the vicinity of Montego Bay, each with distinct experience. Rose Hall Great House, perhaps the most well known and foreboding, was the home of Annie Palmer, fearfully known as the White Witch of Rose Hall. Legend has it she murdered several lovers and ruled the plantation with an iron fist. Many visitors claim to feel the presence of spirits touring Rose Hall. A bit further to the east, Greenwood Great House is maintained with original furnishing and adornments and is still inhabited by its owners.

4. Visit the market: There's no better way to get a feel for the real Jamaica than to visit an open air market, in Montego Bay fittingly found on Market Street.

5. Kiteboard: Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica is the best outfit to get you out on the water in no time, winds permitting. 

Mobay in a Day

As Jamaica's primary gateway, Montego Bay is likely to be a part of any Jamaican itinerary, even if it's just in passing. For those stepping off a cruise ship for a matter of hours, on the other hand, it may be the only part of Jamaica that fits in the itinerary. Here are some suggestions for how to spend one day in Jamaica's second city, as it's often referred to locally:

1. Hit the beach: Both Doctors Cave Bathing Club and Cornwall Beach, both located on Gloucester Ave, AKA Bottom Road, have fine stretches of white sand, restaurant and bar.

2. Go for a sail: Lark Cruises offers day sails departing from the Montego Bay Yacht Club on a 42-foot Beneteau.

3. Tour a great house: No visit to Jamaica is complete without stepping back in time to experience what life was like as a colony of the British Empire. Three great houses offer tours in the vicinity of Montego Bay, each with distinct experience. Rose Hall Great House, perhaps the most well known and foreboding, was the home of Annie Palmer, fearfully known as the White Witch of Rose Hall. Legend has it she murdered several lovers and ruled the plantation with an iron fist. Many visitors claim to feel the presence of spirits touring Rose Hall. A bit further to the east, Greenwood Great House is maintained with original furnishing and adornments and is still inhabited by its owners.

4. Visit the market: There's no better way to get a feel for the real Jamaica than to visit an open air market, in Montego Bay fittingly found on Market Street.

5. Kiteboard: Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica is the best outfit to get you out on the water in no time, winds permitting. 

Mobay in a Day

As Jamaica's primary gateway, Montego Bay is likely to be a part of any Jamaican itinerary, even if it's just in passing. For those stepping off a cruise ship for a matter of hours, on the other hand, it may be the only part of Jamaica that fits in the itinerary. Here are some suggestions for how to spend one day in Jamaica's second city, as it's often referred to locally:

1. Hit the beach: Both Doctors Cave Bathing Club and Cornwall Beach, both located on Gloucester Ave, AKA Bottom Road, have fine stretches of white sand, restaurant and bar.

2. Go for a sail: Lark Cruises offers day sails departing from the Montego Bay Yacht Club on a 42-foot Beneteau.

3. Tour a great house: No visit to Jamaica is complete without stepping back in time to experience what life was like as a colony of the British Empire. Three great houses offer tours in the vicinity of Montego Bay, each with distinct experience. Rose Hall Great House, perhaps the most well known and foreboding, was the home of Annie Palmer, fearfully known as the White Witch of Rose Hall. Legend has it she murdered several lovers and ruled the plantation with an iron fist. Many visitors claim to feel the presence of spirits touring Rose Hall. A bit further to the east, Greenwood Great House is maintained with original furnishing and adornments and is still inhabited by its owners.

4. Visit the market: There's no better way to get a feel for the real Jamaica than to visit an open air market, in Montego Bay fittingly found on Market Street.

5. Kiteboard: Irie Kiteboarding with Water Network Jamaica is the best outfit to get you out on the water in no time, winds permitting. 

Journey To Blue Mountain

5:00 a.m. Awake at Moon Hill to a still-starry night for a quick breakfast and to review my gear: Tent, check; sub-zero sleeping bag, check; water bottles, check. food provisions, check; wool socks, check; smartwool long underwear, check; down parka, check; hiking companion, check; boots, doh! sneakers will have to do (big mistake).

5:30 a.m. Depart Moon Hill for Mavis Bank, passing through Papine, Gordon Town as day breaks.

7:30 a.m. Park by Jamaica Constabulary Force station in Mavis bank to ensure car is left under watchful eyes, don pack and head out, following road to ford Yallahs River and head up through Hagley Gap, Epping Farm, Penlyne Castle and on to Whitfield Hall.

2:00 p.m. Arrive Whitfield Hall, put down pack to rest after seven hours of strenuous uphill trodding, albeit on the dirt road.

2:30 p.m. After downing some trail mix and a liter of water, we leave the last vestige of civilization behind at Whitfield Hall and make for the trail head.

3:30 p.m. Arrive at Portland Gap and tour the camp site and rustic cabins. Our legs scream, make camp here, but our egos won't allow it. Trod on!

4:30 p.m. Asking hikers heading down the mountain how far we have to go.

4:45 p.m. Asking another hiker happily heading down if we soon reach...

5:30 p.m. We approach the summit, just in time for a spectacular sunset. A birdseye view of Kingston, the harbor and Palisadoes from a perch on top of the world is breathtaking. The Caribbean can be seen in all its splendor to the north, east and south.

6:00 p.m. Sun down, night approaches and we hastily set up the tent and down some grub to prepare for the cold night.

6:30 a.m. Frost on the outside of the tent wakes us with the Sunrise. Brush teeth and greet the day, happy for imminent warmth of the rising sun and moving limbs.

7:00 a.m. After a quick breakfast we begin the journey back down to Mavis Bank.

9:30 a.m. Stop by Whitfield Hall for a quick break. Head back out before legs stiffen and growing pain in my toes takes over.

11:00 a.m. Toes begin throbbing as nails jolt repeatedly against the front of my sneakers as we reach Penlyne Castle. We've opted for an alternate route along the trail down to Mavis Bank, a wise decision, but it doesn't save my toes.

1:00 p.m. Reach the Yallahs River and ford with pack held high.

2:00 p.m. Back at Mavis Bank police station, exhausted, thrilled to throw my pack in the back of the car and head back to civilization, legs trembling, toe nails bleeding, vowing never to attempt such a hike with a 40-pound pack in sneakers.

4:30 p.m. Reach Moon Hill to a welcoming hot shower, beer and rehabilitating dip in the pool, anxious for a hearty, home-cooked meal.

Journey To Blue Mountain

5:00 a.m. Awake at Moon Hill to a still-starry night for a quick breakfast and to review my gear: Tent, check; sub-zero sleeping bag, check; water bottles, check. food provisions, check; wool socks, check; smartwool long underwear, check; down parka, check; hiking companion, check; boots, doh! sneakers will have to do (big mistake).

5:30 a.m. Depart Moon Hill for Mavis Bank, passing through Papine, Gordon Town as day breaks.

7:30 a.m. Park by Jamaica Constabulary Force station in Mavis bank to ensure car is left under watchful eyes, don pack and head out, following road to ford Yallahs River and head up through Hagley Gap, Epping Farm, Penlyne Castle and on to Whitfield Hall.

2:00 p.m. Arrive Whitfield Hall, put down pack to rest after seven hours of strenuous uphill trodding, albeit on the dirt road.

2:30 p.m. After downing some trail mix and a liter of water, we leave the last vestige of civilization behind at Whitfield Hall and make for the trail head.

3:30 p.m. Arrive at Portland Gap and tour the camp site and rustic cabins. Our legs scream, make camp here, but our egos won't allow it. Trod on!

4:30 p.m. Asking hikers heading down the mountain how far we have to go.

4:45 p.m. Asking another hiker happily heading down if we soon reach...

5:30 p.m. We approach the summit, just in time for a spectacular sunset. A birdseye view of Kingston, the harbor and Palisadoes from a perch on top of the world is breathtaking. The Caribbean can be seen in all its splendor to the north, east and south.

6:00 p.m. Sun down, night approaches and we hastily set up the tent and down some grub to prepare for the cold night.

6:30 a.m. Frost on the outside of the tent wakes us with the Sunrise. Brush teeth and greet the day, happy for imminent warmth of the rising sun and moving limbs.

7:00 a.m. After a quick breakfast we begin the journey back down to Mavis Bank.

9:30 a.m. Stop by Whitfield Hall for a quick break. Head back out before legs stiffen and growing pain in my toes takes over.

11:00 a.m. Toes begin throbbing as nails jolt repeatedly against the front of my sneakers as we reach Penlyne Castle. We've opted for an alternate route along the trail down to Mavis Bank, a wise decision, but it doesn't save my toes.

1:00 p.m. Reach the Yallahs River and ford with pack held high.

2:00 p.m. Back at Mavis Bank police station, exhausted, thrilled to throw my pack in the back of the car and head back to civilization, legs trembling, toe nails bleeding, vowing never to attempt such a hike with a 40-pound pack in sneakers.

4:30 p.m. Reach Moon Hill to a welcoming hot shower, beer and rehabilitating dip in the pool, anxious for a hearty, home-cooked meal.

Journey To Blue Mountain

5:00 a.m. Awake at Moon Hill to a still-starry night for a quick breakfast and to review my gear: Tent, check; sub-zero sleeping bag, check; water bottles, check. food provisions, check; wool socks, check; smartwool long underwear, check; down parka, check; hiking companion, check; boots, doh! sneakers will have to do (big mistake).

5:30 a.m. Depart Moon Hill for Mavis Bank, passing through Papine, Gordon Town as day breaks.

7:30 a.m. Park by Jamaica Constabulary Force station in Mavis bank to ensure car is left under watchful eyes, don pack and head out, following road to ford Yallahs River and head up through Hagley Gap, Epping Farm, Penlyne Castle and on to Whitfield Hall.

2:00 p.m. Arrive Whitfield Hall, put down pack to rest after seven hours of strenuous uphill trodding, albeit on the dirt road.

2:30 p.m. After downing some trail mix and a liter of water, we leave the last vestige of civilization behind at Whitfield Hall and make for the trail head.

3:30 p.m. Arrive at Portland Gap and tour the camp site and rustic cabins. Our legs scream, make camp here, but our egos won't allow it. Trod on!

4:30 p.m. Asking hikers heading down the mountain how far we have to go.

4:45 p.m. Asking another hiker happily heading down if we soon reach...

5:30 p.m. We approach the summit, just in time for a spectacular sunset. A birdseye view of Kingston, the harbor and Palisadoes from a perch on top of the world is breathtaking. The Caribbean can be seen in all its splendor to the north, east and south.

6:00 p.m. Sun down, night approaches and we hastily set up the tent and down some grub to prepare for the cold night.

6:30 a.m. Frost on the outside of the tent wakes us with the Sunrise. Brush teeth and greet the day, happy for imminent warmth of the rising sun and moving limbs.

7:00 a.m. After a quick breakfast we begin the journey back down to Mavis Bank.

9:30 a.m. Stop by Whitfield Hall for a quick break. Head back out before legs stiffen and growing pain in my toes takes over.

11:00 a.m. Toes begin throbbing as nails jolt repeatedly against the front of my sneakers as we reach Penlyne Castle. We've opted for an alternate route along the trail down to Mavis Bank, a wise decision, but it doesn't save my toes.

1:00 p.m. Reach the Yallahs River and ford with pack held high.

2:00 p.m. Back at Mavis Bank police station, exhausted, thrilled to throw my pack in the back of the car and head back to civilization, legs trembling, toe nails bleeding, vowing never to attempt such a hike with a 40-pound pack in sneakers.

4:30 p.m. Reach Moon Hill to a welcoming hot shower, beer and rehabilitating dip in the pool, anxious for a hearty, home-cooked meal.

Journey To Blue Mountain

5:00 a.m. Awake at Moon Hill to a still-starry night for a quick breakfast and to review my gear: Tent, check; sub-zero sleeping bag, check; water bottles, check. food provisions, check; wool socks, check; smartwool long underwear, check; down parka, check; hiking companion, check; boots, doh! sneakers will have to do (big mistake).

5:30 a.m. Depart Moon Hill for Mavis Bank, passing through Papine, Gordon Town as day breaks.

7:30 a.m. Park by Jamaica Constabulary Force station in Mavis bank to ensure car is left under watchful eyes, don pack and head out, following road to ford Yallahs River and head up through Hagley Gap, Epping Farm, Penlyne Castle and on to Whitfield Hall.

2:00 p.m. Arrive Whitfield Hall, put down pack to rest after seven hours of strenuous uphill trodding, albeit on the dirt road.

2:30 p.m. After downing some trail mix and a liter of water, we leave the last vestige of civilization behind at Whitfield Hall and make for the trail head.

3:30 p.m. Arrive at Portland Gap and tour the camp site and rustic cabins. Our legs scream, make camp here, but our egos won't allow it. Trod on!

4:30 p.m. Asking hikers heading down the mountain how far we have to go.

4:45 p.m. Asking another hiker happily heading down if we soon reach...

5:30 p.m. We approach the summit, just in time for a spectacular sunset. A birdseye view of Kingston, the harbor and Palisadoes from a perch on top of the world is breathtaking. The Caribbean can be seen in all its splendor to the north, east and south.

6:00 p.m. Sun down, night approaches and we hastily set up the tent and down some grub to prepare for the cold night.

6:30 a.m. Frost on the outside of the tent wakes us with the Sunrise. Brush teeth and greet the day, happy for imminent warmth of the rising sun and moving limbs.

7:00 a.m. After a quick breakfast we begin the journey back down to Mavis Bank.

9:30 a.m. Stop by Whitfield Hall for a quick break. Head back out before legs stiffen and growing pain in my toes takes over.

11:00 a.m. Toes begin throbbing as nails jolt repeatedly against the front of my sneakers as we reach Penlyne Castle. We've opted for an alternate route along the trail down to Mavis Bank, a wise decision, but it doesn't save my toes.

1:00 p.m. Reach the Yallahs River and ford with pack held high.

2:00 p.m. Back at Mavis Bank police station, exhausted, thrilled to throw my pack in the back of the car and head back to civilization, legs trembling, toe nails bleeding, vowing never to attempt such a hike with a 40-pound pack in sneakers.

4:30 p.m. Reach Moon Hill to a welcoming hot shower, beer and rehabilitating dip in the pool, anxious for a hearty, home-cooked meal.

Journey To Blue Mountain

5:00 a.m. Awake at Moon Hill to a still-starry night for a quick breakfast and to review my gear: Tent, check; sub-zero sleeping bag, check; water bottles, check. food provisions, check; wool socks, check; smartwool long underwear, check; down parka, check; hiking companion, check; boots, doh! sneakers will have to do (big mistake).

5:30 a.m. Depart Moon Hill for Mavis Bank, passing through Papine, Gordon Town as day breaks.

7:30 a.m. Park by Jamaica Constabulary Force station in Mavis bank to ensure car is left under watchful eyes, don pack and head out, following road to ford Yallahs River and head up through Hagley Gap, Epping Farm, Penlyne Castle and on to Whitfield Hall.

2:00 p.m. Arrive Whitfield Hall, put down pack to rest after seven hours of strenuous uphill trodding, albeit on the dirt road.

2:30 p.m. After downing some trail mix and a liter of water, we leave the last vestige of civilization behind at Whitfield Hall and make for the trail head.

3:30 p.m. Arrive at Portland Gap and tour the camp site and rustic cabins. Our legs scream, make camp here, but our egos won't allow it. Trod on!

4:30 p.m. Asking hikers heading down the mountain how far we have to go.

4:45 p.m. Asking another hiker happily heading down if we soon reach...

5:30 p.m. We approach the summit, just in time for a spectacular sunset. A birdseye view of Kingston, the harbor and Palisadoes from a perch on top of the world is breathtaking. The Caribbean can be seen in all its splendor to the north, east and south.

6:00 p.m. Sun down, night approaches and we hastily set up the tent and down some grub to prepare for the cold night.

6:30 a.m. Frost on the outside of the tent wakes us with the Sunrise. Brush teeth and greet the day, happy for imminent warmth of the rising sun and moving limbs.

7:00 a.m. After a quick breakfast we begin the journey back down to Mavis Bank.

9:30 a.m. Stop by Whitfield Hall for a quick break. Head back out before legs stiffen and growing pain in my toes takes over.

11:00 a.m. Toes begin throbbing as nails jolt repeatedly against the front of my sneakers as we reach Penlyne Castle. We've opted for an alternate route along the trail down to Mavis Bank, a wise decision, but it doesn't save my toes.

1:00 p.m. Reach the Yallahs River and ford with pack held high.

2:00 p.m. Back at Mavis Bank police station, exhausted, thrilled to throw my pack in the back of the car and head back to civilization, legs trembling, toe nails bleeding, vowing never to attempt such a hike with a 40-pound pack in sneakers.

4:30 p.m. Reach Moon Hill to a welcoming hot shower, beer and rehabilitating dip in the pool, anxious for a hearty, home-cooked meal.

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Check out this amazing literary festival set against the beautiful backdrop of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth.

Calabash Festival Is Back

Check out this amazing literary festival set against the beautiful backdrop of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth.

Calabash Festival Is Back

Check out this amazing literary festival set against the beautiful backdrop of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth.

Calabash Festival Is Back

Check out this amazing literary festival set against the beautiful backdrop of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth.

Calabash Festival Is Back

Check out this amazing literary festival set against the beautiful backdrop of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth.

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Bamboo Garden Restaurant

Bamboo Club

Bamboo Avenue

Bailey

Chris Daley

Bacchanal Jamaica

B&G Jerk Centre

Negril

Negril has become Jamaica's foremost beach town, evolving over the past decade along with the changing nature of the tourists who come to bask in the sun and adopt the island's pace. Today, world-class restaurants and lodging provide an alternative to the low-key guesthouses and seafood stalls that became the norm during Negril's transition from fishing village to tourist boomtown in the 1970s. What was once Jamaica's secret paradise is today the heart of the island's diversified tourist economy.

Mandeville

Manchester is Jamaica's sixth-largest parish, much of its land located at relatively high altitudes with three mountain ranges: the May Day Mountains, the Don Figuerero Mountains, and the Carpenters Mountains, where the highest peak in the parish stands at 844 meters. Any approach to Mandeville, the parish capital, entails steep climbs, which fortunately feature some of Jamaica's most well-maintained roads.

Manchester has been at the center of Jamaica's bauxite industry, led by Jamalco (Alcoa-Jamaican government joint venture), which has massive mines around Mandeville. It also has processing facilities across the border in Clarendon, as well as in St. Elizabeth, where Port Kaiser along the coast west of Little Ochie is an important export terminal.

The parish was named by the Duke of Manchester, who served as Governor General 1813\1821, after his eldest son, William de Mandeville. The small city of Mandeville was at one time a British enclave where colonial government officials preferred to spend their summers in the high altitude's relatively cool climate.

The 1970s destroyed Mandeville as the gentry left when Manley came into power (they were scared off by his socialist lean). Bauxite has benefited the local economy and has created an income for skilled workers since the industry was established in the 1950s. The bauxite industry has trained and paid many Jamaicans while the lucky were educated at the Belair School, which remains one of Jamaica's best preparatory institutions.

Aunt Gloria's

Atlantis Seafood

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

ATI Weekend

The weekends around Emancipation Day (August 1, 1838) and Independence Day (August 6, 1962) are filled with parties in Negril as Absolute Temptation Isle (www.atiweekend.com) and competing event Appleton Treasure Island (contact Appleton's Kingston office, tel. 876/923-6141, appleton@infochan.com) try to outdo each other by throwing the hottest and most frequent parties. Big-time promoters from Kingston and Miami draw Jamaica's party youth from across the globe, who arrive to indulge in booze, ganja, general debauchery, and a few stage shows. ATI Weekend is well worthwhile as a more genuinely Jamaican party scene and it's the only time of year when Negril is decidedly taken over by Jamaicans, making spring break look like child's play.

Astra Country Inn

Asset Recording Studio

Ashton Great House & Hotel

Ashe Caribbean Performing Art Ensemble & Academy

Alieda Ebanks

Art Studios and Galleries

The Rock Tower (8 Pechon St. at Tower St., 876/922 9229, 876/509-0480, or Fidel Sutherland at 876/377-1381, melinda@rocktower.org, www.rocktower.org, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri.) also known as ROKTOWA by the artists, is an inner-city gallery that helps develop local talent by encouraging linkages between practical art and export markets. Creative Director Melinda Brown brought the concept from her pioneering studio in New York City's Meatpacking district to Downtown Kingston, where she continues her crusade for urban renewal through community art. ROKTOWA artists work in oil, clay, and alabaster, among other materials.

The Easel (134 Old Hope Rd., Liguanea Plaza by Wendy's, just above Sovereign Centre adjacent to Mothers restaurant, tel. 876/977-2067, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Wed., 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Thurs.–Sat.) sells painting supplies and has a gallery with Jamaican abstract, realist, and expressionist artists represented, among them Eugene Campbell, David Pottinger, Richard Hall, and Gonzalez Barnes. The average painting sells for US$450, but prices range from US$100–2,500. The gallery is managed by Abigail Smith and Managing Director Yvonne Roach.

Revolution Gallery (44 Lady Musgrave Rd., tel. 876/946-0053, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat.) has some exceptional crafts as well as excellent work by Jamaican painter Natalie Barnes, among many more.

Island Art & Framing (Orchid Village, 20 Barbican Road, tel. 876/977-0318, islandart@cwjamaica.com, www.islandartandframing.com) sells a wide variety of local and imported arts and crafts and can frame just about anything.

Sanaa Studios (25 Barbican Rd., behind Burger King, tel. 876/977-4792 or 876/822-7528, info@sanaastudios.com, www.sanaastudios.com, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat.) offers classes in ceramics, drawing, painting, art photography, and jewelry making. A small gallery has a steady flow of exhibits by students and others. Drop-in rates are US$20–35 for three-hour sessions.

Amai Craft (Shop #27, Red Hills Trade Centre, 30 Red Hills Rd., tel. 876/920-9134, ashbrook@anngel.com, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat.) sells paintings specializing in Jamaican intuitive, or self-taught, artists. Belgium-born Herman van Asbroeck, the proprietor, founded the gallery in 2000 but has been living in Jamaica for more than three decades. The gallery is located upstairs from the unassuming framing shop Herman runs on the ground floor.

Grosvenor Gallery (1 Grosvenor Terrace, Manor Park, tel. 876/924-6684, grosvenorgallery@cwjamaica.com) has contemporary art exhibits and occasional crafts fairs that brings artists and craftspeople from around Jamaica. Call for upcoming events.

The Art Centre (202 Hope Rd., across from the University of Technology, tel. 876/927-1608, artcentre.ja@gmail.com, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat., free admission) is housed in a uniquely designed apartment building commissioned by A. D. Scott in the 1960s. Inside, colorful murals adorn the walls and art is displayed on the upper two levels as part of the building's permanent collection. The gallery uses the ground floor space for its transitory exhibits. Rosemarie Thwaites is the gallery director. Paintings start around US$100. On the same compound there is an art supply and framing shop.

Mutual Gallery

The Mutual Gallery (2 Oxford Rd., New Kingston, tel. 876/929-4302, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat., free admission), run by curator/director Gilou Bauer, is Kingston's most dynamic venue for new artists. The Mutual Gallery holds a yearly competition looking for trends and upcoming talent; new artists are invited to compete by submitting a catalog of works and a proposal for what they plan to do in the competition. From the initial submissions, 10 artists are then asked to submit two original pieces created for the competition. Then five or six finalists are asked to submit a minimum of three additional works, from which the winner is determined. Contestants must be Jamaican or have lived in Jamaica for at least two years. The first-prize winner receives US$1,500 and the People's Prize winner receives US$750. The five judges on the selection committee tend to be members of Jamaica's artistic and academic community. The Gallery sells many artists' work, which can be viewed in a storage/viewing room at the back, taking 30 percent gallery commission. Uptown Jamaicans and collectors are the most frequent buyers. Exhibitions are sponsored by local corporations.

Aquasol Theme Park

Aqua Nova Water Sports

Appleton Estate

Lucille Lee, +1 (876) 487-4521

Lucille Lee

Annual Events

January

  • Accompong Maroon Festival: (Jan. 5 and 6), Accompong, St. Elizabeth
  • Rebel Salute: (second Sat. in Jan.), Port Kaiser Sports Park, St. Elizabeth
  • Bacchanal J'ouvert: (launch second Fri. in Jan., each subsequent Fri. till Easter), Mas Camp, Kingston
  • Jamaica Jazz & Blues: (last week in January) Venues change throughout the week from Kingston to Montego Bay and the Greenwood Stadium, Trelawny

February

  • Bob Marley Birthday Celebrations: (Feb. 6 12), Bob Marley Museum, Kingston and Nine Mile, St. Ann
  • Miss Jamaica Universe Competiton: (first week in Feb.), Pulse Entertainment, Kingston
  • Fatta Tyre Festival: (Feb. 8 11), Ocho Rios, St. Ann, and St. Mary
  • Fi Wi Sinting: (third Sun. in Feb.), Somerset Falls, Portland
  • Follow Di Arrow: (last Sat. in Feb.), James Bond Beach, Oracabessa, St. Mary

March

  • Portland All Fest: (Sun. in mid-March), Somerset Falls, Hope Bay, Portland
  • Spring Orchid Show: (last weekend in March), Assembly Hall, UWI Mona, Kingston
  • Bacchanal Beach J'ouvert: (March 22), James Bond Beach, Oracabessa, St. Mary
  • Bacchanal J'ouvert: (last Fri. of March), Mas Camp, Kingston
  • Jamaica Boys and Girls Championships (Champs): (late March) annual track and field event, National Stadium, Kingston

April

  • Luau: (first Sat. in April), Reggae Beach, Tower Isle, St. Mary
  • J'ouvert: (first or second Sun. in April), Chukka Cove, St. Ann
  • Trelawny Yam Festival: (mid-April), Albert Town, Trelawny
  • Kite Festival: (Easter Monday), Seville Heritage Park, St Ann's Bay, St. Ann
  • Claremont Kite Festival: (Easter Saturday), Claremont, St. Ann
  • Bacchanal Road March: (Sunday following Easter), Oxford Road, Kingston
  • Jake's Annual Triathlon: (second weekend in April), Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth
  • Western Consiousness: (last Saturday in April), Paradise Park, east of Sav, Westmoreland
  • Strawberry Hill High Stakes Backgammon Tournament: (one weekend in April) in Irish Town, St. Andrew

May

  • Belmont Crab Fest: (last Sunday in May), Belmont Marina, Belmont, Westmoreland
  • Take Me Away: (last Sunday in May), National Indoor Arena, Kingston
  • Calabash Literary Festival: (last weekend in May), Jake's, Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth
  • Style Week: (last week in May), Kingston
  • Jamaica Observer Food Awards: (last Thursday in May), Kingston

June

  • Caribbean Fashion Week: (second weekend in June), National Stadium, Kingston
  • Ocho Rios Jazz Festival: (second week in June), Ocho Rios, St. Ann

July

  • International Reggae Day: (July 1), Kingston
  • Portland Jerk Festival: (first Sun. in July), Folly Oval, Port Antonio, Portland
  • Bling Dawg Summer Jam, Portland: (mid-July), Somerset Falls, Hope Bay, Portland
  • Reggae Sumfest: (third week in July), Montego Bay, St. James
  • Breadfruit Festival: Bath, St. Thomas
  • Emancipation Jubilee: (July 31), Seville Heritage Park, St Ann's Bay, St. Ann
  • Denbigh Agricultural Show: (third weekend in July), May Pen, Clarendon
  • Little Ochie Seafood Festival: (mid-July), Alligator Pond, St. Elizabeth

August

  • Emancipation Day: (Aug. 1), island-wide, festivities most pronounced in Negril and Kingston
  • Independence Day: (Aug. 6), island-wide, festivities most pronounced in Negril and Kingston
  • St. Mary Mi Come From: (first Sat. in Aug.), St. Mary
  • Cure Fest: (Aug. 24 26), Kingston and North Coast
  • Fully Loaded: (third week in Aug.), James Bond Beach, Oracabessa, St. Mary
  • Miss Jamaica World Competition: (third Sat. in Aug.), Kingston
  • Jamaica Cultural Development Competitions: (all month), Kingston
  • Caribbean Model Search: Hilton, Kingston

September

  • Freshers Fete (second weekend in Sept.) UWI Mona, Kingston

October

  • Best of Jamaica Heritage Festival: (first week in Oct.) Breezes Rio Bueno, Trelawny
  • Port Royal Seafood Festival: (second weekend in Oct.), Port Royal, St. Andrew
  • Treasure Beach Hook 'n' Line Canoe Tournament: (second weekend in Oct.) Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth
  • Old Harbour Fish & Bammy Festival: (second Sun. in Oct.), JPSCO Sports Club, Old Harbour, St. Catherine
  • World Championship of Dominoes: (third weekend in Oct.), Holiday Inn Sunspree, Rose Hall, Montego Bay
  • International Marlin Tournament: (third Saturday in Oct.), Port Antonio, Portland

November

  • Season of Dance: (all month), Movements Dance Company, Kingston
  • Kingston Restaurant Week: (mid-Nov.), Kingston and select restaurants farther afield

December

  • Reggae Marathon: (first Sun. in Dec.), Negril, Westmoreland
  • East Fest: (Dec. 26), Goodyear Oval, Morant Bay, St. Thomas
  • Pepsi Teen Splash: (Dec. 26), James Bond Beach, Oracabessa, St. Mary
  • Sting: (Dec. 26), Jam World, Portmore, St. Catherine

Annotto Bay Hospital

Annotto Bay

At one time an important port town for export of the area's annatto crop, from whence it got its name, Annotto Bay is today bustling only by the busy taxi stand in the center of town. Otherwise, sleepy is a good description. Two notable attractions are the unique Baptist Chapel on the main road through town, and the Human Service Station (Emmannuel "Irie" Johnson, cell tel. 876/843-1640), an excellent pit stop on the east side of town that serves great fresh seafood and some of the best fish tea and conch soup in Jamaica.a

Daniela Trowers

Andy Nembhard

Andrews Memorial Hospital

Getting There and Around

ARRIVING BY AIR

Regular airlines from the United States and Canada into Kingston's Norman Manley International Airport include Air Jamaica, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Air Canada, American, Delta, and US Airways.

Virgin Atlantic and British Airways offer service from London to Montego Bay and Kingston.

Within the Caribbean, Caribbean Airlines offers service to St. Kitts, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and St. Lucia, while Cayman Airways offers service between Jamaica and Grand Cayman. Copa is the only option direct from Latin America, with service connecting through Panama City from most countries in the region.

Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay is the most popular entry point for visitors to Jamaica.

Most accommodations can provide transportation from either airport, and the more remote hotels and villas often make an extra effort to help provide transportation to guests.

ARRANGING TRANSPORTATION

Public transportation is readily available and very affordable for those who are patient and adventurous. Buses run between major cities and towns, and route taxis run between even the smallest villages and their closest transport hubs. The inevitable drawbacks include blaring music, long waits, ripe body odor, and reckless drivers. Car rentals, JUTA charters, and internal flights are expensive, but well worth it under the right circumstances. Nothing compares with the freedom of a rental car, and for two or more people looking to explore the island, it can be reasonably affordable and indispensable. Many visitors are thrown off by the fact that traffic circulates on the left, and if that weren't confusing enough to pose a challenge, abundant, deep potholes and dodging the ubiquitous white route taxis careening around every corner leave little time to enjoy the scenery.

Chartering a car is also very expensive; the standard rate of US$60 for the one-hour trip between Montego Bay and Negril is a good indication of typical charges island-wide. A comfortable and affordable coach service, the Knutsford Express, runs twice daily between Kingston and Montego Bay with one-way fare around US$20. Apart from the multiple internal flights that service the route for at least three times the price (US$70), the Knutsford Express is the best option. Public buses and route taxis are the mass transport option used by most Jamaicans who don't have their own vehicle.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

It can be challenging to get around Jamaica via public transportation, and you will likely arrive at your destination a bit frazzled by the congested route taxis and buses, dangerously fast driving, and the inevitably loud R&B or dancehall blasting from the speakers. It's important to keep reminding yourself that this is all part of Jamaica's charm.

In and around Kingston, the public bus system is quite functional--with bus stops along all the main roads and the fare under US$1. The two hubs in Kingston are the Half Way Tree Transport Centre and a similar transport center south of Coronation Market downtown.

Route Taxis

Arriving with luggage or backpacks to hike up to the road and hail down a route taxi is perfectly feasible in Jamaica, even if it does make the locals laugh at you. Most taxis will want to give you a charter, however, when you are carrying luggage, and others won't stop. This makes getting a licensed taxi a good idea.

Route taxis are typically white Toyota Corolla station wagons with the origin and destination painted in small letters on the side by the front doors. These cars can be flagged down from the side of the road anywhere along their route and when not operating as route taxis will generally offer private charters at greatly inflated rates. Haggling is a must when chartering a car, while routes have fixed rates that are not typically inflated for tourists except in highly touristy areas like Negril or Ocho Rios, or at night, when fares are increased.

Internal Flights

A few airlines operate internal flights around the island that are an affordable option between Kingston and Montego Bay if time is of concern (US$70 one-way). Routes to smaller, less trafficked destinations are significantly higher priced, but for an extended stay with a small group, a charter from Negril to Port Antonio can make sense.

RENTING A CAR

For those who can afford it and have the confidence and experience, a rental car is by far the best way to get around the island for several reasons, the most important being independence. However, rentals are expensive by international standards and you should expect to pay no less than US$60 per day for a compact car, plus insurance and fuel. Options for different car rental agencies are included in the destination chapters.

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Amnesia

Ribby

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Denise McConnell, +1 (876) 361-4008

Amai Craft

Althea's Bar

Altamont West

Altamont Court

Alpha Arts

Almond Tree Restaurant

Almond Tree Club Restaurant

Alligator Pond

One of the busiest fishing villages on the South Coast, Alligator Pond has as its central attraction the seafood restaurant Little Ochie, and the nearby Manatee Hole.

Alligator Head

Alley

Alley was the capital of the former parish of Vere and remains the sugarcane-producing heartland of Clarendon. The area was once dominated by the Moneymusk Estate and is still largely covered in cane fields that feed the factory, now located closer to Lionel Town.

Lionel Town is the largest and most bustling community in the region and the starting point during Hosay, which celebrates Jamaica's East Indian heritage with a procession all the way to May Pen.

All Seasons Restaurant Bar and Jerk Centre

Kumi

Alhambra Inn

Alfred's Ocean Palace

Alex Car Rental

David Twyman

Alcojuice Restaurant & Bar

Albert Town

A small hamlet at the edge of Cockpit Country, Albert Town is the center of Trelawny's yam-growing region, which celebrates the crop each year with the Trelawny Yam Festival. Albert Town is the base for the South Trelawny Environmental Agency (STEA) (tel. 876/610-0818, www.stea.net), which organizes the yam festival and also offers guided excursions with its Cockpit Country Adventure Tours outfit in the surrounding area. They offer four different tours that cover caving and hiking. STEA is one of the best-organized environmental advocacy organizations in the country.

Akbar and Thai Gardens Restaurant

Akbar and Thai Cuisine

Ahead of Time

Adwa Nutrition for Life

Addie's Homestyle Cooking

Ackee Tree Restaurant

Accompong Maroons

Jamaica's Maroons date back to the Spanish settlement of the island, when it came to be accepted that a fraction of the blacks brought from Africa as slaves would not succumb to live in perpetual subordination and would instead resist perpetually until granted their freedom. These so-called "runaway slaves" were termed "Cimarrones" by the Spaniards, a name later translated into English as Maroon. To name these warriors "runaway slaves" is to diminish the fact that not only did they flee the plantation, but they also beat into the most remote and mountainous regions of the island to claim land and hold it against assault. The Spaniards ultimately gave up in their attempt at putting down the Maroons, many of whom it is said descended from the warrior Ashanti people of West Africa. The British would also eventually sign a peace treaty with the Maroons in 1738, the legacy of which has left the Maroons with their sovereignty to this day. The Maroon treaty was signed by Cudjoe (Kojo), whose repeated defeat of British forces led to granting the Maroons privilege to large swaths of Jamaica's highlands. Large Maroon settlements grew in Accompong, St. Elizabeth, as well as in Moore Town in the Rio Grande River Valley, and above Buff Bay in Charles Town, Portland, and in Scott's Hall, St. Mary. Today the Maroons are still a force to be courted by those representatives of government who have Maroon lands within their constituencies. While the communities themselves have been largely diluted since emancipation, the warrior spirit of the Maroons has permeated Jamaican society at large, influencing social movements like the Rastafarians, who draw on their experience as rebels against the status quo to present an alternate worldview based on principles that can be traced through the Maroon heritage to Africa.

Accompong

Home of the Leeward or Trelawny Maroons, Accompong (derived from Achumpun, or Acheumpun, from the Twi language of Ghana) was named after a brother of the famous leader Cudjoe (Kojo) who signed a peace treaty with Great Britain that granted his people autonomy from the crown on March 1, 1738. In exchange for their sovereignty, granted 100 years before emancipation, and freedom for the rest of the black population, the Maroons were called on repeatedly by the British to assist in the suppression of slave rebellions and to help capture runaways. Accompong falls within the borders of St. Elizabeth Parish, but it's really outside the confines of any parish--the land occupied by the Maroons predates the establishment of parishes by the British. Today Accompong is led by Colonel Ferron Williams (cell tel. 876/850-9567), a police inspector with the Jamaica Constabulary Force elected for his first five-year term in 2009. It's best to check in with the colonel so he can anticipate your arrival, as he'll help with the logistics and ensure fair treatment by representatives of the community.

The best time to visit is for the annual Accompong Maroon Festival (Jan. 5\6), when the village comes alive with traditional Maroon music and dance as well as stage shows more typical of the rest of Jamaica. During the rest of the year it's a great destination for getting some fresh air and spectacular views of a seldom-visited corner of St. Elizabeth. Guides from the community are available to take visitors to the cave (US$10/person) where the famous treaty was signed, as well to a few other important sights in the community, like a burial ground and the church where English names were given to the Maroons after emancipation.

Janet

A Fi Wi Plaza

Lloydie

Eric Garraway

Scotiabank

FX Trader

NMIA

Newspapers

Kingston is home to two daily newspapers, the Jamaica Gleaner (www.jamaica-gleaner.com) and the Jamaica Observer (www.jamaicaobserver.com), and a weekly, the Sunday Herald (www.sunheraldja,com), all of which are distributed island-wide. The Gleaner was the island’s first daily and is considered the paper of record; it also publishes Jamaica Star, the entertainment daily where you’ll find the latest gossip on feuds between recording artists. The Star also publishes the advice column, "Dear Pastor," and photos of partygoers from Kingston’s happening nightlife scene, as well as the occasional candid camera shots of people caught off guard for laughs. The Observer was established by Sandals chairman Gordon "Butch" Stewart to counter the overwhelming media force behind Oliver Clarke’s Gleaner, which rarely smiles on the Sandals boss in its copy. The Observer has its version of the Star, the entertainment tabloid, Chat!.

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Richmond Park Great House

By Taxi

Taxis are relatively safe off the street, but it’s always best to call a dispatch to ensure accountability. Fares are assessed by distance rather than with a meter, and you may want to haggle if it seems too high. Downtown to New Kingston should cost around US$4.25, New Kingston to Half Way Tree around US$3.50, Half Way Tree to Papine about US$4.25. City Guide Taxi (tel. 876/969-5458) is a decent and dependable service, as are Safe Travel Taxi Service (tel. 876/901-5510) and El-Shaddai (tel. 876/969-7633). All the taxis in Jamaica tend to use white Toyota Corolla station wagons, and when you see one of these, chances are it’s a taxi and can be waved down.

Buses

Buses ply routes around town and between Kingston and major points on the eastern side of the island. The main bus terminals for routes out of Kingston are the Transport Centre hub in the heart of Half Way Tree (tel. 876/754-2610) and the Urban Transport Centre below Coronation Market on Port Royal Street and Water Lane (876/754-2584). Buses depart throughout the day to Port Royal (US$0.50), Spanish Town (US$1), Bull Bay (US$0.50), Morant Bay (US$1.50), Mandeville (US$3), Port Antonio (US$3), Ocho Rios (US$3), Savanna-la-Mar (US$7), Montego Bay (US$6), and Negril (US$8) .

Bogues Brothers laundry facilities

ATM

ATM withdrawals are usually the most convenient way to get cash, but foreign charges and poor exchange rates are drawbacks. Depending on the amount you are changing, a few lost dollars in fees and rates can be worth the convenience. All the major banks will cash travelers checks, but lines are typically long, slow-moving, and overwhelmingly frustrating.

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SAM SHARPE, NATIONAL HERO

Sam Sharpe was the central figure of the Christmas Rebellion of 1831 1832, which many point to as the beginning of the end of slavery in Jamaica (officially granted in 1838). Sharpe was a Baptist deacon, well respected across the deep societal divides. Despite this, Sharpe was executed in a public hanging on May 23, 1832, in what is now Sam Sharpe Square in the heart of Montego Bay. Over 300 slaves were also executed for their role in the rebellion. Sharpe had originally envisioned and promoted a peaceful rebellion of passive resistance, whereby the slaves would stage a sit-down strike until the planters agreed to pay them for their labor, in accordance with what was perceived as a royal decree from England being withheld in Jamaica. The rebelling slaves were swept up in the excitement of the hour, however, as Sharpe's lieutenants swept across the western parishes to the sound of war drums belting out from the slave villages. Only 16 white people were killed during the rebellion, but around 20 large estates were torched, and the rebellion struck fear into the heart of the "plantocracy." Sharpe took responsibility for the rebellion, relieving the white missionaries of the blame that was focused on them by the established powers of the day, including the Anglican Church (which with few isolated and notable exceptions backed the landed elite, even organizing terror squads to target the Baptist missionaries who had made it their charge to foment discontent among the slaves). The Christmas Rebellion was consequently also known as the Baptist War.

PEDRO BANK AND PEDRO CAYS

Nearly 100 kilometers offshore south of Bluefields Bay, the Pedro Cays form the surface of the Pedro Bank, one of Jamaica's few remaining unspoiled marine ecosystems. The Pedro Bank is a submerged mass about three quarters the size of mainland Jamaica, one of the largest banks in the Caribbean Basin, and provides a habitat for queen conch, which has historically been one of Jamaica's most important exports. Increased fishing is threatening the bank however, and an international conservation effort is underway to protect the unique marine habitat. Fishermen leave from points all along the South Coast for extended periods on the cays, usually returning with a lucrative catch to bring to market.

WESTERN CONSCIOUSNESS

Conscious Reggae is back in the limelight after nearly 20 years in the backseat -- thanks to steadfast artists and promoters like Worrel King who have stood by the principles established by the genre's early pioneers. Starting around the time of Bob Marley's death in 1981, the reggae industry was taken over by dancehall artists like Shabba Ranks and Yellowman. The style of these artists' lyrics signified a departure from roots reggae, with its messages of truth and progress, to an often violent and sexually explicit form of music that became known as "slackness." When Peter Tosh was killed six years later in 1987, dancehall had taken over, and conscious reggae music was like yesterday's news. It was around that time that Worrel King founded King of Kings Promotions to try to rescue the truth from the mire.

King of Kings hit the ground running in 1988, organizing a very successful event at Titchfield High School in Port Antonio dubbed Eastern Consciousness, which showcased several artists, all of whom displayed some conscious leaning. "It was to attract people who needed to be uplifted, rather than just wasting away gyrating," King says. After a second successful Eastern Consciousness the following year, King took the event to Westmoreland, the parish of his birth, where he says the people were yearning for it. King describes his work as being guided by the hand of the Most High Jah, but says it has not been an easy road as consciousness is not something that sells easily. Nevertheless, the success of these early conscious stage shows has been mirrored in a multitude of other annual events inspired directly or indirectly by Eastern Consciousness. These include East Fest, held in Morant Bay and organized by Morgan Heritage, and Rebel Salute, held at the Port Kaiser sports ground in Saint Elizabeth and organized by Tony Rebel. Both events have a decidedly "conscious" theme rarely challenged by the invited performers. "I look at artists that have been depicting consciousness," King says, "I don't look only at the hardcore consciousness, but at those who have the repertoire of conscious songs -- even Beenie Man has a good 40-minute set that depicts consciousness -- he performed at Western Consciousness as Ras Moses -- it's not just those artists that are hardcore roots."

In 2006, King succeeded in bringing producer/performer extraordinaire Lee Scratch Perry back to Jamaica to perform for the first time in decades. King says he was termed a madman when he first suggested bringing Scratch home to perform, not any less given that many consider Scratch himself mad. After meeting with Scratch and his manager wife however, King said, "If he was mad that was the kind of madness I wanted to work with."

King has also created other concert events, including Tribute, dedicated to Peter Tosh. The free event held yearly in Sav's Independence Park is meant to showcase reggae sanity. In addition to the concert there is a Peter Tosh Symposium at the University of Westmoreland, which looks at the intellectual side of Peter Tosh and also highlights the work of other artists such as Burning Spear and Lee Scratch Perry. The event has drawn attendees from the highest levels, including finance minister Omar Davies, a self-proclaimed Tosh scholar. The Tribute concert is held on the Saturday closest to Peter Tosh's October 19 birthday, with the symposium held the previous Saturday.

NEGRIL'S EMANCIPATION-INDEPENDENCE PARTIES

Every summer at the end of July, masses of Jamaican youth descend on Negril and book virtually every room in town for what's known as ATI Weekend (www.atiweekend.com), or simply ATI. All-inclusive parties go virtually non-stop for three or four days straight. ATI stands for Absolute Temptation Isle, but in 2006, Appleton's Rum, a sponsor in previous years, formed its own competing ATI the following weekend -- adopting the same acronym, which in this case stands for Appleton Treasure Island.

The original ATI, organized by Alex Chin, promoter and founder of Absolute Entertainment, began in Negril in 2000 as Stages, bringing to Jamaica a regular party held in Miami a few times per year. The idea was to replicate the mood of Trinidad's or Brazil's Carnival, with crowds moving from party to party for days on end. The event has grown steadily with several promoters coming together each year to organize different parties at venues around Negril that include Wavz, Tamboo, Margaritaville, and Chances, each with a different theme -- from foam parties to stage shows. A host of selectors are brought in, as well as many of Jamaica's most popular contemporary dancehall artists. Selectors often include Black Chiney from Miami, Xcaliber from Trinidad, Jamaica's top sound, Renaissance, and DJ Chrome from Zip FM. There is no better week to be in Negril for those seeking an overwhelming dose of booze, flesh, and sound.

Even though Appleton's pulled its sponsorship of the original ATI, other sponsors stepped in readily. The Jamaica Tourist Board also endorsed the event for the first time in 2006. Appleton's competing event now bookends the festivities held to coincide with Jamaica's Emancipation and Independence celebrations. Spring break pales in comparison.

All-inclusive parties in Jamaica have been around since the early 1990s, when the famous Frenchman's Parties, organized by Ian Wong as Jamaica's most exclusive regular all-inclusive soiree, began. Frenchman's parties are held a few times annually, the main "sell-off" events being staged for New Year's and Heroes Weekend.

Negril Weekly Nightlife Schedule

Note that ranges in cover fees indicate the charges for a regular night with a local group versus a big-name act.

Monday

Live Reggae at Bourbon Beach (US$5-10)

Tuesday

Live Reggae Beach Party at Alfred's (US$4)

Wednesday

Live Music at Roots Bamboo (from US$5)

Thursday

Live Reggae at Bourbon Beach (US$5 10)

Ladies Night at The Jungle (US$7-9)

Friday

Live Reggae Beach Party at Alfred's (US$4)

Saturday

Live Reggae at Bourbon Beach (US$5 10)

Party Night at The Jungle (US$7-9)

Saturday Night Live buffet at Seastar Inn (US$15)

Sunday

Jazz at Roots Bamboo (free)

Live Reggae Beach Party at Alfred's (US$4)

HOSAY

A traditional Shia Muslim festival that arrived with the indentured Indians brought to Jamaica in the years following emancipation, Hosay (oft-pronounced Hussay) used to be held in communities of significant East Indian populations across the island, including Kingston, Spanish Town, Sav-la-Mar, and Port Maria. Known as Moharram in other countries where the festival is observed, Hosay is today held only in Clarendon, with a procession from Lionel Town to the banks of the Rio Minho taking place every August.

Traditionally, Mahorram participants mourn the Prophet Mohammed's martyr grandsons Hosain and Hasan by whipping themselves and praying as they follow the Tazia or Tadjah, a giant bamboo and paper replica of the slain Hosain, with dancing and stick fighting until the figure is set on the river or sea to float away.

In the Caribbean, the festival has been creolized, starting with its name change, which derives from the chanting of Hosain during the festivities -- interpreted as Hosay. The original dates of the festival were also changed from the first 10 days of the lunar cycle in January February to August September, when there was less work on the sugar estates and more time to allow for the personal pursuits of the workers. To a large extent the festival lost its religious connotations in Jamaica even while it was observed by non-Muslims in India as well. It has been suggested that the festival today represents an affirmation and remembrance of the struggle of the participants' ancestors as they left the lives they knew to come toil on the sugar estates. The festival is also observed in Suriname, Guyana, and Trinidad, also former sugar colonies where Indians were brought as cheap labor. Contact the Museum of Ethnography at the IOJ in Kingston for more information (tel. 876/922-0620, ioj.jam@mail.infochan.com, www.instituteofjamaica.org.jm).

CRUCIAL REGGAE

The following selections are not intended as an exhaustive list of reggae releases but are a few essentials for any reggae fan's collection and some of the author's favorites.

In the United States, the best source for reggae albums is Ernie B's, which has an excellent online catalog of full albums and singles (www.ebreggae.com).

Roots

Abyssinians Satta Massagana

Augustus Pablo King Tubbys Meets Rockers Uptown

Beres Hammond Can't Stop A Man Ultimate Collection

Black Uhuru Ironstorm

Bunny Wailer Blackheart Man

Burning Spear Marcus Garvey, Live in Paris

Cocoa Tea One Cup

The Congos Heart of the Congos

Culture Two Sevens Clash

Dennis Brown Revolution, Milk and Honey

Desmond Decker Israelites

Ernest Ranglin Below The Baseline

Ethiopians All the Hits

Freddie McGregor Bobby Babylon

George Nooks Tribal War

Gladiators Dreadlocks, The Time Is Now

Gregory Isaacs Night Nurse

Half Pint Half Pint

I Jah Man Marcus Hero

Israel Vibration Power of the Trinity

Jimmy Cliff Wonderful World Beautiful People, The Harder They Come (various artists)

John Holt Stealin'/Ali Baba

Junior Murvin Police and Thieves

Ken Boothe Everthing I Own, Best of Ken Boothe

Lee Scratch Perry Roast Fish Collie Weed & Corn Bread

Leroy Sibbles It's Not Over

Max Romeo and War Ina Babylon

Maxi Priest Best of Me

Melodians Swing and Dine

Morgan Heritage Family & Friends,

Protect Us Jah

Paragons Best of Peter Tosh Legalize It, Equal Rights

Rita Marley Who Feels It Knows It

Sugar Minott Inna Reggae Dancehall

Third World 96 ° in the Shade

Tony Rebel If Jah

Toots and the Pressure Drop

Maytals Wailers Exodus, Burnin, Natty

Dread, Songs of Freedom

One Drop

Buju Banton Till Shiloh

Bushman Higher Ground

Capleton More Fire, Still Blazin

Chuck Fenda The Living Flame

Damian Marley Half Way Tree,

Welcome to Jamrock

Fanton Mojah Haile H.I.M.

Garnett Silk Gold

Gentleman Confidence, Intoxication

Gramps Morgan Two Sides of My Heart

Gyptian My Name is Gyptian

I-Wayne Lava Ground

Jah Cure Freedom Blues

Jah Mason Wheat & Tears

Junior Kelly Love So Nice, Tough Life

Luciano Messenger

Lutan Fyah Phantom War

Perfect Bobbylon Bwoy

Richie Spice In the Streets to Africa

Sanchez One In A Million

Sizzla Praise Ye Jah, Da Real Thing

Tanya Stephens Gangsta Blues, Rebelution

Turbulence Notorious

VC By His Deeds (single)

Warrior King Virtuous Woman

Early Dancehall

Shabba Ranks As Raw as Ever

Yellowman King Yellowman

Contemporary Dancehall

Beenie Man From Kingston to King, Undisputed

Bounty Killer Nah No Mercy:

The Warlord Scrolls

Busy Signal Step Out

Lady G God Daughter

Lady Saw Strip Tease

Macka Diamond Money-O

Movado Gangsta For Life

Mr. Vegas Heads High, Hot Wuk, "Galis" (single)

Ms. Thing Miss Jamaica

Red Rat Oh No It's Red Rat

Sean Paul The Trinity

Shaggy Mr. Lover Lover

T.O.K. Unknown Language

Tanto Metro and Musically Inclined Devonte

Tony Matterhorn "Dutty Whine" (single)

Voicemail Hey

Vybz Kartel Up 2 Di Time

ENDANGERED FISHERIES

The spiny lobster is one of Jamaica's most prized culinary delicacies, often prepared either grilled, with garlic sauce, or with a curry sauce. Lobsters fetch a high price, usually somewhere between US$10 and US$20 per pound at local grills and restaurants, and as high as US$40 per plate in many tourist establishments. The sustainability of lobster harvesting depends on allowing the creatures a safe period for reproduction, which has been acknowledged in Jamaica by the Fisheries Division in the Ministry of Agriculture and Land with a ban on harvesting between April 1 and June 30. It is crucial that visitors to the island respect this ban and in so doing support efforts to ensure that lobster populations are kept at a sustainable level so the delicacy can continue to be enjoyed in the future. Some establishments serve what is said to be frozen lobster during the closed season. Regardless, it's best to avoid ordering it during this period to be on the safe side and avoid adding incentive to any potential shortfall of integrity on the part of restaurateurs and anglers. The Fishing Industry Act of 1975 makes it illegal to catch lobster during closed season and also puts a general ban on landing undersized lobster (under 76.2 mm, or 3 inches) and those bearing eggs, throughout the year. As the Fisheries department has struggled in recent years under financial constraints, it's imperative to be supportive in the effort to curb illegal harvesting. Conch (Strombus gigas) is also protected from over-fishing and has a closed season from July 1 through October 31.

Jamaican waters are also becoming severely over harvested where finned fish are concerned. It's best to avoid buying fresh fish smaller than six inches unless it's a type of fish that doesn't grow to a larger size. The median size of the catch brought in from traditional line fishing and spear fishing in waters close to Jamaica's shores has decreased noticeably over the past decade. The situation becomes clear when snorkeling along Jamaica's coastal reefs as few large fish can be seen today, and snapper, once common, are increasingly scarce near to the shoreline.

JP Tropical Foods

JP Tropical Foods (Annotto Bay, tel. 876/996-2401) one of Jamaica's largest fruit and food groups, offers Banana Walk Tours (US$7/person), a farm tour that covers the production cycle from plantation to packed box on the St. Mary Banana Estate. Tours are scheduled by appointment.

River Edge

River Edge (contact Cavelle Chuck, cell tel. 876/385-4943, or Shermaine Hyatt, cell tel. 876/862-8412, riveredge99@hotmail.com, reservation required) is a camping facility nestled on the banks of the Pencar River in Fort George, about five kilometers inland from Annotto Bay. In addition to campsites there are furnished dorms (US$20 per person) and two self-contained units (US$45) with kitchenettes and private bathrooms. Tents are also available to rent (US$15). A kitchen is available for campers' use and a cook can also be available (US$10), with meals prepared by arrangement. The owner can facilitate transfers as well as overnights in Kingston. The river is excellent for swimming and cooling off. River Edge also allows entry of nonguests during the day (US$3). Call for directions from Annotto Bay.

Annotto Bay Hospital

Annotto Bay Hospital, the largest and best-equipped medical facility in St. Mary.

Getting There and Around

Annotto Bay is a major transfer point for route taxis and minibuses. The major destinations serviced from Annotto Bay include Constant Spring (US$3) in Kingston, Port Maria (US$1.50) to the east along the coast, Buff Bay (US$1.50) across the border in Portland, and Port Antonio (US$3) farther east into Portland. Route taxis also go to Islington and Robin's Bay (US$0.75), but at times it will take a while before the car fills up. To charter a route taxi in the Annotto Bay area, call Aldene "Ansel" Fairclough (cell tel. 876/477-0544), who can take you up to Fort George or Robin's Bay (US$7) or to any other destination for a negotiable price.

Castleton Botanical Gardens

Castleton Botanical Gardens (free, tip guides) along the main Kingston-to-Annotto Bay road (A3) just over the border from St. Andrew, is still one of the nicest parks in Jamaica, despite having suffered years of neglect and recurring hurricane damage. Castleton was established in the 1860s and planted with 400 species from Kew Gardens in England. It remained an important introduction point for ornamental and economically important species, including scores of palms as well as poincianas and the large Bombay mango variety. One of the most interesting specimens in the gardens is the Scew Palm (Pandanus tectorius), which sends down aerial, or stilt, roots, and another notable tree is the Poor Man's Orchid (not a true orchid), which has become ubiquitous around the island. Other economically important tree species still growing at the gardens are the Burma teak and West Indian mahogany.

Scott's Hall

Scott's Hall is one of the less-known but every bit as strong communities of the Windward Maroons, presided over by Colonel Noel Prehay (cell tel. 876/533-5325). Prehay is St. Mary's top Maroon representative.

Clonmel Potters

Clonmel Potters (Arthur's Ridge, east of Highgate on the B2, tel. 876/992-4495, clonmelpotters@hotmail.com, www.theclonmelpotters.com, call to arrange a visit 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat.), established by Donald and Belva Johnson in 1976, work in a variety of local media from porcelain to terra cotta. Like many of his fellow Jamaicans, Donald's favorite subject is the female nude, which is countered by his wife's concentration in organic forms. Works are thrown on the wheel and made from rolled slab, and they include both artistic pieces as well as practical vessels. Both Donald and Belva are graduates of Edna Manley School of Visual Arts, Jamaica's foremost art college, located in Kingston.

Tapioca Village

Tapioca Village (6.5 kilometers north of Castleton, tel. 876/924-0091 or 876/472-5255, tapioca_retreat@yahoo.com, US$50 room only, US$60 includes breakfast for two, US$75 for three-meal package for two), just over the border from St. Andrew in Devon Pen, St. Mary, has simple, respectable rooms, a large lawn in a lush river valley, and a nice swimming pool. Bunks for the frugal go for US$7. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are cooked to order (US$3–5). A popular Sunday Jamaican brunch costs US$30 per couple or US$20 single, ages 6–12 US$12, under age 6 complimentary.

Tapioca Village

Tapioca Village (6.5 kilometers north of Castleton, tel. 876/924-0091 or 876/472-5255, tapioca_retreat@yahoo.com, US$50 room only, US$60 includes breakfast for two, US$75 for three-meal package for two), just over the border from St. Andrew in Devon Pen, St. Mary, has simple, respectable rooms, a large lawn in a lush river valley, and a nice swimming pool. Bunks for the frugal go for US$7. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are cooked to order (US$3–5). A popular Sunday Jamaican brunch costs US$30 per couple or US$20 single, ages 6–12 US$12, under age 6 complimentary.

Flora and Fauna

In terms of native biodiversity, Jamaica is surpassed in the Caribbean only by Cuba, a country many times its size. What's more, Jamaica has an extremely high rate of endemism, both in plant and animal life. Perhaps most noticeable are the endemic birds, some of the most striking of which are hard to miss. The national bird is the red-billed streamertail hummingbird (also called the doctor bird), ubiquitous across the island. Other endemic birds, like the Jamaican tody, are more rare--requiring excursions into remote areas to see.

FLORA

While agriculture has diminished in importance as bauxite and tourism have taken over as Jamaica's chief earners, the country still depends heavily on subsistence farming outside the largest cities and towns, where even still many houses have mango and ackee trees in the yard. Coffee remains an important export crop, the Blue Mountains varieties fetching some of the highest (if not the highest) prices per pound in the world. In recent years, a growing number of entrepreneurs have begun developing cottage industries based on key agricultural crops. The market for Jamaica's niche products is strong both domestically and abroad. It helps that prices within the country are buoyed by heavy reliance on imported foodstuffs, which, while posing a challenge for consumers, means producers can get a fair price for their goods at home. Some of the most notable of these cottage industries based on natural products of Jamaica are Walkerswood, Starfish Oils, Pickapeppa, and Belcour Preserves. Look out for these in crafts shops and specialty supermarkets across the island. Many of these enterprises offer tours of their production facilities.

Jamaica's flora consists of a diverse mix of tropical and subtropical vegetation. Along the dry South Coast, the landscape resembles a desert, while mangrove wetlands near Black River provide a sharp contrast within relatively close proximity. In the highlands of Manchester, temperate crops like potato, known as Irish, and carrots thrive.

Fruits and Plants

Ugli fruit is a hybrid between grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata) developed at Trout Hall, St. Catherine. It has a brainy-textured thick skin that is easily removed to reveal the juicy, orange-like fruit inside. A few large citrus estates, most notably Good Hope in Trelawny, make this an important export.

Ackee (Blighia sapida) is a small to mid-size tree native to West Africa, its introduction to Jamaica having been recorded in 1778 when some plants were purchased from a slave ship captain. It is said to have been present earlier, however, owing to a slave who wouldn't relinquish his grasp of the fruit across the Middle Passage. Ackee is Jamaica's national fruit.

Anatto (Bixa orellana) is an important dye and food coloring, and was at one point an important Jamaican export, likely lending its name to Annotto Bay in St. Mary, which was a center of production and export.

Jimbalin is the Jamaican name for what is known as passion fruit in the United States. Passion fruit (P. edulis flavicarpa) has one of the world's most beautiful flowers and a delicious fruit not commonly seen fresh in northern countries.

Antidote cacoon (Fevillea cordiflora), known as sabo, segra-seed, and nhandiroba, is a perennial climbing vine whose fruit has been used for its medicinal and purgative qualities.

Agave (Agave sabolifera) is a succulent, its broad leaves edged with prickles, notable for its tremendous 5- to 10-meter flower shoot February\April. Bulbils fall from the shoots to develop into independent plants.

Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) was brought from South America by pre-Columbian populations and used medicinally. Later it was grown on plantations and used as a starch substitute and thickener.

Apple in Jamaica is a generic term that could refer to any number of fruits, starting with the delicious Otaheite apple. Other apples include star apple, custard apple (sweet sop, sour sop), mammee apple (Mammea americana), crab apple (also known as coolie plum), golden apple (Passiflora laurifolia), velvet apple (Diospyros discolor) --also known as the Philippine persimmon, and rose apple (Syzyguim jambos), used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The imported American or English apple, the common apple of the United States, has been slowly and unfortunately taking over from the more exotic varieties on fruit stands in recent years due to its exotic appeal.

Avocado (Persea americana) is known commonly in Jamaica as "pear." Avocado is a native of Mexico, from where it was taken by the Spaniards throughout the Americas and much of the world. The Spanish name, aguacate, is a substitute for the Aztec name, ahucatl. Avocados are in season in Jamaica from August to December with a few varieties ripening into February. Alligator, Simmonds, Lulu, Collinson, and Winslowson are some of the varieties grown on the island.

Banana (Musa acuminata x balbisiana) is the world's largest herb (non-woody plant); it became an important Jamaican export in the post-Emancipation period of 1876\1927. Jamaica was the world's foremost producer of the fruit during the period, with Gros Michel and later Cavendish varieties. The banana trade gave rise to Caribbean tourism when increasingly wealthy shippers began to offer passage on their empty boats returning to Jamaica from New England, where much of the produce was destined. In this way Portland, an important banana-growing region, became the Caribbean's first tourism destination with the Titchfield Hotel, built by a banana baron, exemplifying the relationship between the fruit and the tourism economy that would come to replace it in importance. Several varieties of banana are still grown in Jamaica, including plantain, an important starch; boiled bananas are a necessary accompaniment in the typical Jamaican Sunday breakfast of ackee and saltfish, callaloo, and dumpling.

Barringtonia (Barrintonia asiatica) is a large evergreen with its center of origin in Asia. Its large coconut-like fruit will float for up to two years and root on the shore where it lands. Known locally as the duppy coconut, the tree has been naturalized in Portland and 220-year-old trees grow at Bath Gardens in St. Thomas.

Wild basil (Ocimum micranthum) is a wild bush used in folk medicine and in cooking, popularly called barsley or baazli.

Bauhinia (Bauhinia spp.), known locally as "poor man's orchid," is a favorite of the streamertail hummingbird, or doctor bird, which visits the orchid-like flowers. It grows as a shrub or mid-sized tree with pinkish flowers.

Madam Fate (Hippobroma longiflora) is a poisonous perennial herb with a five-petaled, star-shaped flower used in Obeah and folk medicine. Found along pastures or on riverbanks, it's commonly called star flower or horse poison.

Trees and Flowers

Kingston buttercup (Tribulus cistoides) is a low, spreading plant with bright yellow flowers. It's known commonly as "Kill Backra" because it was thought to have caused yellow fever, which killed many European settlers. It's also called "police macca" because of its thorns, and turkey blossom.

Blue mahoe (Hibiscus elatus) is a quality hardwood of the Malvaceae family. It grows native in the Blue Mountains and is the national tree.

Ironwood (Lignum vitae) is an extremely dense tropical hardwood that produces Jamaica's national flower.

Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni) was and still is highly valued for its timber and has accordingly been unsustainably harvested since the Spanish colonial period, resulting in dwindling numbers today. Mahogany can still be seen growing, albeit sparsely, along the banks of the Black River, which was originally called the Mahogany River by the Spanish, or Rio Caobana.

Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) is a cousin of the hibiscus whose flowers are boiled to make a drink popular around Christmas time.

FAUNA
Mammals

The coney or Jamaican hutia (Geocapromys brownii) is Jamaica's only surviving indigenous land-dwelling mammal, the only other being bats. Conies are nocturnal and thus seldom seen. The animal is basically a large rodent with cousins inhabiting other Caribbean islands like Hispaniola. Its meat was prized by the Taino centuries ago, while it is still a delicacy for the mongoose today, which is blamed for pushing it towards extinction. Another threat is loss of habitat, owing to encroaching urbanization of its principal habitats in the Hellshire Hills and Worthy Park of St. Catherine. It is also found in the John Crow Mountains in Portland and St. Thomas.

Mongooses are today a common animal seen scurrying across the road. Widely regarded as pests, it is said that all mongooses in the Western Hemisphere are descendants of four males and five females introduced to Jamaica from India in 1872 to control the rat population on the sugar estate of one William Bancroft Espeut. They soon went on to outgrow their function, eventually being held responsible for killing off five endemic vertebrates and bringing Jamaica's iguanas to the verge of extinction.

Bats

In Jamaica, the term bat typically refers to moths. Jamaica has 23 species of bat, known locally as rat bats, bats being used for moths. Many species of the Bombacaceae family are bat-pollinated, including the baobab, cottonwood, cannonball, and night cactus trees. Bats also go for other pulpy fruits like sweet sop, banana, naseberry, and mango. Noctilio leporinus, a fish-eating bat, can be seen swooping low over harbors and inlets at twilight.

Birds

Of the 280 species of birds that have been recorded in Jamaica, 30 species and 19 subspecies are endemic (found nowhere else). Of these 30, two are considered extinct. There are 116 species that use Jamaica as a breeding ground, while around 80 species spend the northern winter months on the island. The Jamaican tody, the ubiquitous "doctor bird" (Jamaica's national bird, properly called the red-billed streamertail), and the Jamaican mango hummingbird are especially colorful species to look out for.

Reptiles

Jamaica has 26 species of lizards, including the island's largest, the iguana, now protected in the Helshire Hills and in slow recovery after near extinction due to slaughter by farmers and mongooses. The Anolis genus includes seven of the most common species, often seen in hotel rooms and on verandas, their showy throat fan extending to attract females. The largest Anolis is the garmani, which prefers large trees to human dwellings. All Jamaica's lizards are harmless.

Six of Jamaica's seven snake species are endemic, and all of them are harmless. Mostly found in remote areas like Cockpit Country, snakes have fallen victim to the fear of country folk, who generally kill them on sight, and to the introduced mongoose, famous for its ability to win a fight with the cobras of its native India. The island's largest snake is the yellow snake, with yellow and black patterns across its back. The snake is a boa constrictor, known locally as nanka, which can grow up to 3.5 meters in length. The nanka is seldom seen, as it is only active at night when it emerges from hiding to feed on bats and rats. Other less impressive snakes include three species of grass snake of the Arrhyton genus and the two-headed or worm snake (Typhlops jamaicensis), which burrows below ground with its tail end virtually indistinguishable from its head. The black snake is considered an extinct victim of the mongoose.

Crocodiles are Jamaica's biggest reptiles, and are often referred to on the island as alligators. The American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) is found across the island in swampy mangrove areas like Font Hill Wildlife Sanctuary and the Lower Black River Morass. This is the same species of croc found in Florida and other coastal wetlands of the Caribbean. Crocodiles have a long tapering snout, whereas alligators have a short, flat head.

SEALIFE
Marine Mammals

Jamaica has no large native mammals on land. The largest mammals are instead marine-based, namely dolphins and manatees, the latter being known locally as sea cows. Manatees are endangered and now protected under wildlife laws after having seen their population dwindle due to hunting.

Turtles

Of the six sea turtle species known worldwide, four were once common, and now less so, in Jamaican waters: the green turtle (Chelonia midas), the hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata), the leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea), and the loggerhead (Caretta caretta). Turtle meat formed an important part of the diet of the Tainos and was later adopted as a delicacy by the colonial settlers. In keeping with Taino practice, they kept green turtles in large coastal pens known as turtle crawles, to be killed and eaten at will.

Government and Economy

Government and Economy

The Jamaican central government is organized as a constitutional monarchy and member of the British Commonwealth with Queen Elizabeth II as its official head of state. On the island, the Queen is represented by the governor general, who is a signatory on all legislation passed by the bicameral Jamaican Parliament. The bicameral government comprises a Senate and a House of Representatives, known as the Upper and Lower Houses, respectively. Representatives are elected for five-year terms, one from each of the island's 60 constituencies. Of Jamaica's 50 senators, 21 are appointed by the governor general, 13 on the advice of the prime minister, and eight by the opposition leader. The cabinet consists of the prime minister and a minimum of 13 other ministers, including the minister of finance, who must also be an elected representative in the house, with not more than four cabinet ministers selected from the members of the senate.

Beyond the national government, Jamaica has been organized into parishes of ecclesiastical origin since the arrival of the British, who installed the Church of England as their watchdog and pacifier. The Church of England later became the Anglican Church, whose rectories are still some of the most impressive buildings in the more rural areas across the island. The 60 federal constituencies are subdivided into 275 electoral units, each of which has a parish councillor in the local government. The Corporate Area, as metropolitan Kingston is known, combines the parishes of Kingston and St. Andrew into one local government entity known as the Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation.

Local representation dates to 1662, when the Vestry system was installed to manage local affairs across the island. The Vestry was composed of clergy members and lay magistrates of each parish and was in effect indistinguishable from the Church of England insomuch as governance and policy were concerned, as it operated almost exclusively for the benefit of the landed elite. The amalgamated ruling class of the planters, clergy, and magistrates became known as the plantocracy. After 200 years of the Vestry system, it was abandoned in favor of a system of Municipal and Road Boards following the Morant Bay Rebellion in 1866. During the period when Jamaica was ruled by the Vestry system, the number of parishes increased from seven at the outset to 22 by the time it was abandoned. In 1867, the number of parishes was reduced to the 14 recognized today. In 1886, a new representational system of local government was installed consisting of Parochial Boards, which merged the operations of the Municipal and Road Boards into one entity. A general decentralization occurred during the intermittent period before the Parochial Boards were established, leaving local governments in charge of public health, markets, fire services, and water supply. Following implementation of the Parochial Board system, the oversight of building regulations, public beaches, sanitation, slaughterhouses, and streetlights was also assigned to the local government bodies.

Jamaica's political system is notoriously bureaucratic and corrupt, with little to suggest this will ever change--regardless of which party comes to power. Many say this is a legacy of British rule, but the fact that money is the chief motivator behind decision-making at Gordon House is generally acknowledged.

POLITICAL PARTIES AND ELECTIONS

Jamaica's two political parties, the People's National Party (PNP) and the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) were founded by cousins Norman Manley and Alexander Bustamante. Bustamante was a labor leader who came to some degree of wealth through his travels around Latin America before exploiting the anti-colonial sentiment of the day to push for greater worker rights and ultimately Jamaican independence. The PNP held on to power since the 1980s, instating Portia Simpson-Miler in 2007 before the JLP's Bruce Golding toppled her in 2008.

Election time tends to be tense and tumultuous in Jamaica, when memories of the political violence in the 1970s become fresh again. Kingston's poor neighborhoods bear the brunt of the tension and are often barricaded during elections to prevent opposition loyalists from entering with their vehicles to stage drive-by shootings.

ECONOMY

Jamaica's economy is supported by agriculture, bauxite, tourism, and remittances (in order of increasing importance). The financial sector is closely tied to other English-speaking Caribbean countries, namely Trinidad and Tobago, with large regional banks and insurance companies dominating the market. Jamaica has a serious balance of payments problem owing to high external debt dating back several decades. Austerity measures imposed by IMF restructuring packages during the political reign of Edward Seaga left little money for education and social programs, a situation which persists today. A new IMF arrangement was brokered in 2009\2010, which will impose a heavy burden on the country, with a two-year public sector wage freeze likely to be accompanied by large governmental job cuts. Universal education, a promise made by the JLP prior to coming to power, has inched nearer with the removal of school fees, but the quality of schools varies widely from district to district, and many old timers claim education was better under British rule. Failure to guarantee universal education is a serious shortfall of both political parties and has directly impacted productivity. The flip side of the coin sees the country's best educated leaving for higher-paid jobs overseas.

Agriculture

Agriculture remains an important part of Jamaica's economy, if not in sheer numbers then for its role in providing sustenance. The cultivation of provision grounds established during slavery persists to some degree in rural areas today, where most households grow some kind of crop, even if it is limited to a few mango and ackee trees.

Sugar production is still ongoing on a handful of large estates across the country, some of them private, others government-owned, but the end of preferential pricing for Jamaican sugar in England has affected the crop's viability just as it dampened the prospects for Jamaica's banana industry. Apart from sugar, important export crops include coffee, the Blue Mountain variety fetching some of the highest prices in the world, and citrus including oranges and ugli fruit.

Mining

Bauxite mining and processing in Jamaica is dominated by foreign entities like Russia's United Company RUSAL, Norway's Norsk Hydro, and U.S.-based Alcoa. Bauxite is mined across the island, where gaping red holes in the earth are the telltale sign. Bauxite is converted into alumina before being smelted into aluminum, both processes requiring huge amounts of energy. Jamaica has a serious energy problem in that it is overwhelmingly dependent on imported oil for electricity generation. High global energy prices combined with global recession and low aluminum prices paralyzed the bauxite and alumina industry in early 2009, eliminating a large royalty revenue stream earning foreign exchange for the government. Jamaica remains one of the most important bauxite sources in the world, once ranked third in production of bauxite ore and fourth in alumina production globally, but it requires high aluminum prices and low energy prices to be viable. At its peak, the bauxite industry accounted for 75 percent of the country's export earnings. Other less important mineral resources found in Jamaica include gypsum, limestone, marble, silica sand, clay peat, lignite, titanium, copper, lead, and zinc. The export of crushed limestone, or aggregates, and limestone derivatives, is an important growth industry with several players across the island.

Tourism

Tourism continues to be the primary driver of economic growth in Jamaica. Tourism development in recent years has taken the form of mega-projects that employ large numbers at low wages and keep foreign exchange and profits offshore. There seems to be little interest in seeing tourism dollars more evenly distributed among the population at large, with the government apparently happy to collect its general consumption tax for each guest that passes through the mass-market all-inclusive resorts. Despite the government's lack of effort to see tourism revenue more widely distributed, entrepreneurial Jamaicans see great benefits from tourism, with a slew of niche attractions having been created and developed to serve this market.

Remittances

As a percentage of GDP contributed by remittances, Jamaica is ranked seventh in the world and fourth in the Caribbean--after the Dominican Republic--with nearly US$2 billion entering the country each year for the past several years. The "Jamaican Dream," pursued by many who are able, consists of leaving the country to pursue a career abroad for however long it takes to make it, and then returning to Jamaica to flex pretty. Sometimes the required time lasts generations, especially when those they left back home weigh heavily on conscience and wallet alike. In tough economic times, Jamaica is more dependent than ever on expatriates, with large concentrations living in Toronto, New York, Florida, and London.

DISTRIBUTION OF WEALTH

Some say there are two Jamaicas, made up of the haves and the have nots. In fact, there are many more Jamaicas. You don't need a whole lot of money to have a high quality of life when the hot sun is shining; mangos, ackee, and breadfruit are ripe on the trees; and the rivers are pleasantly cool for bathing. So in a sense how you live is based on how close you are to the natural resources that make this a tropical paradise.

However, land isn't free, fruit goes out of season, and some days it rains. More importantly, there is a serious cash-flow problem in Jamaica, and as they say, what little there is goes like water. The reality is that many Jamaicans don't find the time, let alone the resources, to travel around and enjoy tourism centers in the focused and intensive way foreigners tend to on their two-week vacations. With nearly half of the island's population living in the Corporate Area and nearby Spanish Town, there gets to be competition for things that might otherwise be picked from the tree. But more overwhelming than the price of local produce from the market are imports, which basically covers everything else. With jobs hard to come by for underqualified youth, and even for qualified youth, there is a desperate situation for many, especially as prices for groceries and other basic goods keep rising. Add in the fact that it is not uncommon for a man to have several children from more than one woman, and the role of what's termed "social capital" becomes clear. If it weren't for the way Jamaicans help each other out--whether by raising children belonging to a niece or nephew, or employing a man around the house who really doesn't do much gardening but clearly has no better prospects--Jamaica would find itself in a far worse state. But it is this cycle of too many mouths to feed with too little to go around that maintains a steep class divide on the island. Education costs money, for school fees, books, and uniforms, and with competing interests vying for the limited resources in many cash-strapped homes, school can take the back seat. Without a proper education, the youth become stuck doing menial jobs or nothing at all, and to "breed one gyal" (a common, albeit crass, way to say "get a girl pregnant") may be the most rosy thing going for them.

 

History

EARLY INHABITANTS AND SPANISH DISCOVERY

Jamaica was first inhabited by the Tainos, sometimes referred to as Arawaks, who arrived from the northern coast of South America in dugout canoes around A.D. 900. The Tainos practiced subsistence agriculture to complement hunting, fishing, and foraging activities, forming mostly seaside settlements from where travel by dugout canoe remained an important mode of transport.

Upon his arrival on the island in 1494, Italian explorer Christopher Columbus claimed the island on behalf of his financiers, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain--in spite of the presence of a large Taino population with whom the Europeans engaged in an easily-won battle. The exact point of his arrival is contested; it is likely the explorer landed in Rio Bueno, on the border of present-day St. Ann and Trelawny, where there is freshwater, rather than in Discovery Bay, which he named Puerto Seco, or Dry Harbour, because it lacked freshwater--something historical observers say would have influenced where explorers chose to make landfall.

Jamaica was not deemed of much import to the Spanish Crown due to its relatively rugged terrain, and more importantly its lack of gold. Spain was more concerned with exploits in Mexico and Central and South America. Neighboring Hispaniola had more gold and was thus deemed more worthwhile, while Cuba, 145 kilometers to the north, was also more important to the Crown as it was easily settled with vast arable flat lands and a strategic position as the key to the Gulf of Mexico. While Cuba became increasingly important as a transshipment point for gold and other goods from the New World to Europe, Jamaica remained a backwater left largely under the control of Columbus' heirs. Within 50 years of "discovery," the indigenous Taino population, estimated at as much as one million inhabitants at time of contact, was virtually annihilated through forced labor and, more importantly, European diseases to which the natives had no immunological defenses.

Four early Spanish settlements are known to have been established at Melilla, somewhere on the North Coast, at Oristan, near present-day Bluefields, Westmoreland, at Spanish Town, which grew into the principal city of Santiago de la Vega, and in Yallahs, near the border of St. Andrew and St. Thomas today. These settlements were mainly focused on cattle ranching, while horse breeding was also an important endeavor. Jamaica became a regular provisions stop for Spanish galleons heading to Colombia, among other important gold coasts. While a few inland routes were carved out of the tropical jungle, transportation around the island remained almost entirely sea-based with the long and navigable Martha Brae River becoming an important route between the North and South Coasts. The lack of a centralized strategy for settlement and defense left Jamaica extremely vulnerable to attack from other early colonial powers, ultimately leading to an easy takeover by Britain's naval forces led by Cromwell. While it was the Spanish who first brought many of plants that would become key to the island's economy in subsequent centuries, including banana, sugarcane, and indigo, it was the British who created an organized plantation system--key to effectively exploit the land and establish lucrative trade with Europe.

THE ENGLISH TAKEOVER

In 1655 English naval forces, led by Oliver Cromwell, invaded Jamaica and easily captured Spanish Town, the colonial rival's capital. The Spanish colony had virtually no defense strategy in place, a fact known and exploited by Cromwell, who distributed vast tracts of land to his fellow officers as a reward for their service. These land grants would form the first plantation estates of the British Colony. The former Spanish rulers were loath to abandon the island, waging guerilla warfare and reprisal attacks on the British with the help of loyal Maroons, led by Ysassi. The Spanish fled to the North Coast or left the island altogether for Hispaniola or Cuba.

Soon after Cromwell's forces seized Jamaica, the British began a policy of legitimizing the activity of pirates--in effect gaining their allegiance in exchange for allowing them to continue their raids on mostly Spanish ships as privateers instead of buccaneers. The alliance made Port Royal at the tip of the Palisadoes in Kingston harbor into a boomtown, fueled by bustling trade in slaves and rum in addition to commerce in luxury goods, some imported from England and beyond, others plundered from victim ships.

While the slave trade had been established on the island under Spanish rule, it wasn't until the British set up vast, well-organized sugarcane plantations that slave labor was imported en masse from Africa. Jamaica became the Caribbean's primary transshipment point for slaves to other parts of the New World, including the United States.

PLANTATION CULTURE AND THE SLAVE TRADE

As an incentive to see Jamaica reach its full potential as a plantation colony, the British offered land not only to those who had been involved in the successful takeover, but also to Britons from England and other British colonies, most notably Barbados. Vast estates covered thousands of acres, with many absentee landowners installing overseers to take care of business on the island while reaping the benefits from quiet England. The cultivation of sugar expanded during the 1700s to the point where Jamaica was the world's foremost producer and England's prized colony. But the economic boom was far from equitable, relying heavily on a slave trade set up first by the Portuguese and later by the Dutch and English along the Gold Coast of Ghana and Slave Coast of Nigeria. Slavery was not a new phenomenon in Africa, but with the arrival of European traders it was formalized, and raids into the interior began to supplement the prisoners of war who were first exported as slaves. The slaves brought to Jamaica were a mix of different ethnicities, including Coromantee, Ibo, Mandingo, Yoruba, and Congo. Slaves of different ethnic backgrounds and tongues were intentionally put together to complicate any potential resistance.

Slaves were not only used in the fields on the plantations, but also as domestic workers, carpenters, masons, and coopers. The tendency for women around the plantation to give birth to children of lighter complexion helped loosen the hold of the slave system as the moral high ground assumed by the British as the boundaries of race became increasingly blurred.

RUMORS AND REBELLION

The 1700s saw Jamaica rise to be the world's greatest producer of sugar and rum, with large estates worked by thousands of slaves covering the island's arable land. The runaway slaves, or Maroons, consolidated their autonomy in the country's rugged highland interior, while overseers managed the large estates for their mostly absentee masters.

But the plantation system could not be taken for granted by the British, with a series of slave uprisings stirring the foundations of their booming economy. The rumors of freedom began with Tacky's War in 1760, in which a Coromantee chief known as Tacky, a driver on Frontier Estate in St. Mary, orchestrated an uprising that spread to neighboring estates, and had as its objective the overthrow of the colonial masters throughout the island. Even while the Maroons maintained, and still maintain, aloofness when it came to how they viewed enslaved Africans who accepted their lot, their parallel existence in free communities served as a constant reminder on the plantation that slavery was not unshakable. Free people of color, meanwhile, helped maintain the status quo, breeding a culture of superiority related to complexion, which remains as a historical retention in Jamaican society to this day.

With fellow slaves in North America earning or buying their freedom in increasing numbers following the War of Independence, the nonconformists in Jamaica took added encouragement. In 1783 one such freed slave, the Baptist reverend George Liele, arrived in Jamaica to establish a ministry in Kingston that would give birth to the Baptist nonconformist movement on the island as he proceeded to baptize slaves by in scores. These early Baptists, like nonconformist Methodists, Moravians, and Congregationalists, struck a chord with the masses with their anti-slavery stance. One follower, Liele, baptized those who would seek patronage from the Baptist Ministry Society of Great Britain, which responded by sending the first British Baptist Missionary in 1814. For the next twenty years, anti-slavery rumblings grew until Sam Sharpe's rebellion, known as The Baptist War, broke from its intent of carrying out a peaceful strike with several plantations burned to the ground. While the uprising was suppressed by the plantocracy's militia and a British garrison, the British Parliament held inquiries that would lead to abolition two years later.

EMANCIPATION, APPRENTICESHIP, AND THE FALL OF COLONIAL RULE

The abolition of slavery in 1834 preceded a four-year period of "apprenticeship" designed to integrate newly freed slaves into more "sophisticated" jobs, and more importantly, allow the plantation economy to adapt to a labor force that required compensation.

Following the apprenticeship period, however, the plantation owners soon found it difficult to secure workers, as many left the countryside for town in search of alternative livelihoods far from the memory of chains. Soon after emancipation, Jamaica's plantocracy, along with cane growers in places like Trinidad, Guyana, and Suriname, resorted to the importation of indentured Indian and Chinese laborers to work their fields beginning in 1845 through to 1921. The period following emancipation was the cradle for the modern identity of the Jamaican people. It was by no means an easy time, as Jamaica continued to be wrought with oppression and injustice, as evidenced by the Morant Bay Rebellion of 1865. Continued repression and oppression in Jamaica led many ambitious and frustrated young men to seek their fortunes overseas, whether in Panama, where the canal would be built between the late 1800s and the early 1900s, thanks in part to Jamaican labor, or to the U.S., where a similar cultural identity was being formed as uprooted Africans became African Americans. Many of these fortune seekers, among them Marcus Garvey, George Stiebel, and Alexander Bustamante, returned with wealth, which afforded them a voice in society they used to advance the cause of the worker, and ultimately, an independent Jamaica. Suffrage was tied to land ownership until it was universally declared in 1944, one of the many reasons for ongoing struggle throughout the post-emancipation period, and Jamaica's dark history of forced labor was a natural hotbed of resistance leading to the rise of the country's vibrant labor movement.

"INDEPENDENT" JAMAICA

Jamaica's road to independence was trod with baby steps. In 1938, Norman Manley founded the People's National Party, and Alexander Bustamante formed the Jamaica Labour Party five years later. The first elections with universal suffrage were held in 1944. World War II had a significant impact on Jamaica, with widespread shortages adding to the urgency of rising social and political movements. The 1950s saw waves of emigrants leave Jamaica for England, with the tendency for emigrants to head for the United States increasing when Britain restricted immigration following independence. Many old folks in Jamaica still bemoan the country's independence, recalling the good old days when schools were better and society more proper under the British. The past several decades have been characterized, however, by a young nation, still under the commonwealth system, experiencing growing pains, still dependent as ever, albeit on different external forces. The flow of remittances from Jamaicans abroad, health of the global economy, approving nod of multilateral financial institutions, maintenance of bilateral trade agreements, and uninterrupted receipt of royalty payments from foreign mining companies are all vital for the government's economic welfare and that of the Jamaican people today more than ever. Until Jamaica becomes a net exporter of goods and services, it will have a difficult time claiming true independence, as today it relies little on its own productivity for survival.

People and Culture

Jamaica's national motto, "Out of many, one people," reflects the tolerance and appreciation for diversity promulgated from an institutional level. Meanwhile individuals and communities comprising Jamaica's myriad ethnic groups keep old prejudices and stereotypes very much alive, usually without the slightest hint of malice but still with names that are considered derogatory in other parts of the world. "Coolie" is the term generally used to refer to East Indians, or those of Indian descent, "Chiney" for those of East Asian descent, and "Syrian" for anyone of Middle Eastern descent. If you find yourself the victim of this kind of stereotyping, try not to be offended. Ethnic divisions and cultural prejudices in Jamaica are a result of a history steeped in confrontation and oppression. Rarely, if ever, do these prejudices lead to conflict or violence. While racism is still very much a baffling reality in a country with such an overwhelming black majority, Jamaica's African heritage is celebrated in popular music enjoyed across social and economic classes.

RACE AND CLASS

Race in Jamaican society is and has been of utmost importance in maintaining the strict class structure historically, while in contemporary society everything boils down to money. Nonetheless, complexion and ethnic background still often form the basis of an individual's perception of self and place in society. While the island has an overwhelming black majority, other minority groups play an important, even dominant role in the local economy. Chinese and Indians who were brought to the island as indentured labor following the abolition of slavery became and remain prominent members of society as shopkeepers and traders, even in the smaller communities. Lebanese-Jamaicans have also played a significant role in business as well as in national politics. White Jamaicans still own some of the most beautiful and expansive estates. The British established the precedent of "complexionism" by putting lighter-skinned, or "brown," Jamaicans--often their own errant progeny--in managerial positions, a self-perpetuating phenomenon that continues today in the nepotism that pervades the political and economic elite. The Maroons, who initially put up fierce resistance to the British colonial government and forced a treaty giving them autonomy and freedom from slavery long before abolition, have been an important source of pride for Jamaicans, even while the issue of their collaboration with the British in suppressing slave rebellions remains something of a cultural taboo.

RELIGION

Jamaica holds the Guinness Book World Record for most churches per capita. Virtually every religion and denomination on earth is represented on the island, with churches everywhere you turn. A common sight on weekends is large tents set up across the countryside for the open-air services preferred by the evangelical denominations. Only those churches that are unique to Jamaica or have played an important role in the country's history have been described, with listings in the destination chapters for those of historical or architectural significance.

Revival

Born as a distinctly Jamaican fusion between Christian and African beliefs during the Great Revival of 1860\1861, Revival today is composed of two different branches: Pukkumina (Pocomania or Poco) and Revival Zion, the former being further toward the African end of the merged spectrum, the latter incorporating more obviously Christian beliefs and practices. Revivalists wear colorful robes and turbans during energetic ceremonies, during which trance-like states are reached with drumming, singing, and a wheeling dance that is said to induce possession by spirits. Revival has its roots in the Native Baptist and Myal movements that lie at the margins of Jamaica's more prominent Anglican and Baptist churches. Baptist churches were early venues for the emergence of what would become known as the Revival faith. Morant Bay rebellion leader Paul Bogle's church in Stony Gut was one such Native Baptist church, where elements of African worship were incorporated into more typical Baptist practice. Today Revival is closely associated with the Pentecostal denomination and practitioners will generally attend one of the established churches in addition to observing Revival practices.

Core to Revival philosophy is the inseparability of the spirit and physical worlds. It is based on this belief that Revivalists can be possessed and influenced by ancestral spirits. Revivalists reinterpreted the Christian theme of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, placing emphasis on the last, which manifests as the "Messenger" attending services and possessing believers.

Baptist Church

Significant in Jamaica for its role in fomenting abolitionist sentiment and fueling revolt, the Baptist church was first brought to the island by a freed American slave, Reverend George Liele, in 1738. Liele was baptized in Savannah, Georgia, before receiving a preacher's license and being ordained a minister. He brought his ministerial prowess to Jamaica, where he attracted large numbers of converts with his abolitionist sentiment that would prove indispensable in firstly attracting followers and ultimately in bringing about emancipation with the help of the British Baptist Mission, which arrived on the island in 1814. After emancipation the Baptist Church was instrumental in organizing the free villages that allowed the former slaves a new start after leaving the plantation and the church was also important in promoting education among the former slaves. Three of Jamaica's seven national heroes were Baptists, including rebellion leaders Sam Sharpe and Paul Bogle. Today Baptists remain one of Jamaica's strongest religious groups following their separation from the British Baptists in 1842.

Hinduism

Brought to the island by indentured Indians, Hinduism is still practiced but maintains an extremely low profile within tight-knit and economically stable Indian communities. There is a temple on Maxfield Avenue in Kingston that holds regular service on Sundays.

Judaism

The first Jews arrived in Jamaica early in the colonial period during the Spanish inquisition, when they were expelled by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella and found refuge in Jamaica--in spite of not being officially allowed in the Spanish colonies. Many of these Jews outwardly converted to Catholicism while continuing to practice their own religion in secret. When the British arrived in 1655 to capture the island from the Spanish, they were aided by the Jews, who were subsequently free to practice their religion openly after the conquest. Sephardic Jews of Spanish, Portuguese, and North African descent were the first arrivals, followed in the 1770s by Ashkenazi who left Germany and Eastern Europe.

Ethiopian Orthodox Church

Brought to Jamaica in 1972, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church was the official state church of Ethiopia. Following Haile Selassie's visit to the island in 1966, he instructed the establishment of a church in Kingston in an attempt to legitimize the Rastafarians with a bona fide institution. Many Rastafarians were drawn to the church, even while it does not recognize Selassie as a divine person beyond his own affiliation with the church and the divinity that would convey.

Obeah

Essentially the Jamaican version of Voodoo, Obeah plays an important role in Jamaica, evoking fear even among those who don't believe in it. The mysticism and use of natural concoctions that help bridge the physical and spiritual worlds has similar African roots as the Santeria or Voodoo found in neighboring Cuba and Haiti. While there are few who practice Obeah as priests or worshippers, its casual practice is a widespread phenomenon evidenced by markings and charms strewn about many Jamaican homes.

Rastafari

The name of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I prior to his coronation was Ras Tafari, Ras meaning Prince, and Tafari Makonnen his given name at birth. When Leonard Howell, a Jamaican follower of Marcus Garvey, saw Ras Tafari Makonnen crowned His Imperial Majesty Emperor Haile Selassie I on November 2, 1930, he viewed the coronation as the fulfillment of biblical prophecy, more so given the emperor's title, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of Tribe of Judah. The original prophecy that foretold of a black man rising in the East is attributed to black nationalist and Jamaican national hero Marcus Garvey, who had written a play performed in support of his movement in the United States, from which the now-famous line, "look to the East for the crowning of a black king" was supposedly gleaned. It is interesting to note that Garvey never viewed Selassie as a god or claimed his coronation a fulfillment of prophecy at any point during his turbulent life, but this did not stop Leonard Howell from making the proclamation, which fell upon eager ears among his own followers in rural Jamaica and sparked a global movement that continues to grow today.

Leonard Howell chose an opportune time to proclaim Selassie's divinity. Disillusionment by the masses of blacks descended from slaves was high in the 1920s and 1930s, fueling Jamaica's labor movement and the establishment of the two political parties. The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s gave blacks in the United States a confidence that was exported to the Caribbean in the form of bold ideas that came to a people that never really forgot Africa. Thanks to the important role Jamaica's Maroons played in preserving African belief systems, and the persistence of Revivalist and Obeah religious practices even within the many Christian denominations that were established on the island, select segments of the Jamaican population were well primed for the proposition that the divine had manifested in an African king. Nevertheless, these select segments were predominantly poor blacks, essentially social outcasts seen as the dregs of society. Dreadlocks, as the hairstyle became known to the chagrin of many adherents who scorn the fear and criminality the term "dread" implies, predates the Rasta movement and was effectively a natural occurrence for those who neglected to use a comb. With the conversion to the Rastafarian philosophy among many up-and-coming reggae musicians during the 1960s and 1970s, the faith gained traction in Jamaica, and as the island's music became an increasingly important export, Rasta soon became almost synonymous with reggae, and the philosophy spread around the world.

The Rastafarian movement can be traced directly to the recognition of the divinity of Selassie upon his coronation in 1930, but most Rastafarians assert their faith is far more ancient, going back at least to the Nazarenes mentioned in the Old Testament from whence they derive their aversion to razors and scissors, as well as to the eating of flesh. King Selassie has become the head of the movement by default as the most recent manifestation of divinity on earth, despite his own disagreement with being viewed as a god. But the line is traced straight back to the divine theocracy of the Old Testament, Selassie himself said to be the 225th descendant of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. Rastafarians essentially claim the Hebrew lineage as their own and have reinterpreted the Old Testament by identifying Africans as the Israelites of modern times, having been enslaved just like the Jews in Babylon. In effect, Rastafarians espouse a natural lifestyle free of the contamination and corruption of modern society. Repatriation to Africa, whether spiritual or physical, forms a central theme.

Along the movement's course of development, charismatic leaders carved out the many "houses," or denominations, that can be found today across the island, including the Nyabinghi, Bobo Ashanti, and the Twelve Tribes of Israel.

The Nyabinghi invoke the warrior spirit of the African empress Iyabinghi; drum ceremonies that last for days around important dates are a central feature.

The Bobo Ashanti, or Bobo Shanti, is a group based at Bobo Hill in Nine Mile just east of Kingston along the coast. The Bobo live a ritualized lifestyle away from society, putting emphasis on the teaching of Marcus Garvey and founder Prince Emmanuel. Themes of self-reliance and self-confidence are central to the Bobo philosophy. The group has gained as converts many contemporary dancehall reggae musicians including Sizzla and Capleton.

Perhaps the most international house of Rastafari is the Twelve Tribes of Israel, founded by the late Vernon Carrington, known by his brethren as Brother Gad. Members of the Twelve Tribes are found across the world with the denomination having crossed social and economic barriers more than other houses, perhaps due to its Christian lean. The Twelve Tribes of Israel embraces Christianity and views Haile Selassie I as representing the spirit of Christ.

Another important force within the Rastafarian movement has been that of Abuna, or Rasta priest Ascento Fox, who has made strong inroads in society by establishing churches in Kingston, London, and New York. These churches are used as a base for maintaining a presence in the community and providing an alternative for convicts in the prison systems, where the group does a lot of work.

Rastafarians in Jamaica and "in foreign" (abroad) are viewed with a combination of respect and fear to this day. Many Rasta colloquialisms have become everyday parlance in Jamaican society as reggae music grew to a global force recognized and appreciated far beyond the Caribbean, with phrases like "one love," "blessed," and "irie" used commonly even by those who don't claim the faith as their own. Use of marijuana, or ganja, has been legitimized to some degree in society at large thanks to the important role it plays for Rastas as a sacrament, even while the ubiquitous herb remains officially prohibited.

LANGUAGE

In Jamaica, free speech is held as one of the foremost tenets of society. Nevertheless, using the wrong language in the wrong place can cause scorn, embarrassment, or even murder, and knowing how to speak under given circumstances defines a Jamaican's identity and the reveals the layers of a highly classist society. Language use ranges from thick patois to the most eloquent of the Queen's English and generally suggests to which tier of society the speaker belongs. Nevertheless, those raised in Jamaica to speak an impeccable form of English will often flip in mid-conversation to outwardly unintelligible patois. The rich flavor of Jamaica's language is the most apparent expression of feverish pride based on a 400-year struggle that spanned the country's anti-slavery, black power, and independence movements. The rise of the island as a cultural hotspot owes not disparagingly to the influence of Indians, Lebanese, Syrians, Jews, and Chinese, and a remaining smattering of the old white plantocracy.

SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS AND FAMILY LIFE

Uncommitted sexual relationships are commonplace in Jamaica, for both men and women, and particularly among those at the lower end of the economic spectrum. It takes little more than a visit to a nightclub to understand that women and men are quite comfortable flirting and flaunting their sexuality in a lighthearted game played out on a daily basis. The exchange of money is very common in relationships, where a man will often support or "mind" his mistress by giving her money and buying her things. This regular occurrence offers no disincentive for a woman to keep a number of such suitors, just as it relieves the man of any need to keep the fact that he's married with kids a secret from his mistresses.

Prostitution, although it is illegal, is widespread in Jamaica and most conspicuous in tourist areas. In Negril especially, and to a lesser extent in Ocho Rios, prostitution is heavily solicited to tourists. It is quite common for Jamaican men and women to maintain a handful of steady relationships with repeat visitors who live abroad and support their romantic interest by sending regular money wires.

Responsible Tourism

The most important thing to remember in any visit to a foreign country is that your dollar is your most substantive demonstration of support. Jamaica is an expensive place to live by any measure, and foreign currency is the chief economic driver. The benefit, or lack thereof, that tourism brings to the island is dependent on where the incoming dollars end up. Though rock-bottom all-inclusive packages are an easy way to control your vacation spending, it should be noted that the money that flows to these groups is not widely distributed and typically ends up lining the pockets of a few individuals. What's more, large resorts often pay their workers a pittance.

Jamaica has gone through several different eras of tourism development dating back to the booming banana trade in the late 1800s. Up until the 1960s Jamaica remained a niche destination for the early yacht set, which later became the jet set. In the late 1960s and early 1970s the hippie movement discovered Jamaica, and large groups would tour around on motorbikes, reveling in the laid-back lifestyle and plentiful herb. Montego Bay was the upscale destination on the island, with Port Antonio the playground of movie stars and Negril a newly discovered fishing beach only just connected by road to the rest of Hanover parish. In those days the numbers of visitors were low and, outside Montego Bay, the environmental impact of tourism was negligible. Then came the all-inclusive resorts, the largest of which, Sunset Jamaica Grande, had 750 rooms by 2006. Since 2006, several new hotels have been built along the North Coast with over 1,000 rooms. The water resources required by these facilities puts a huge strain on the environment, as does wastewater, which is often poorly or minimally treated before being dumped into the sea. The enormous demand for food at these establishments generally is insufficiently met by local producers. These hotels cite inconsistency in the local market as a factor in their heavy reliance on imported goods.

Perhaps the best way to make a positive impact with a visit to Jamaica is by promoting "community tourism" by staying in smaller, locally run establishments and eating at a variety of restaurants rather than heeding the fear tactics that keep so many tourists inside gated hotels. Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth parish is a mecca for community tourism, where the few mid-size hotels are far outnumbered by boutique guesthouses and villas, many of which are locally owned.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

In the past 10 years the Jamaican government has opened the country to an incursion from multinational hotel groups that are some of the most blatant culprits of environmental destruction. Ever-larger all-inclusive resorts are covering what were a few years ago Jamaica's remaining untouched stretches of coastline. The absence of beaches has not inhibited developers from making their own, at incalculable environmental cost to the protective coral reefs and marinelife they support along much of the coast. When scuba diving and snorkeling along Jamaica's reefs, make your impact minimal by not touching the coral.

Bauxite Mining

The bauxite industry is an important foreign exchange earner for Jamaica but the environmental costs are clear. The Ewarton Aluminum Plant in St. Ann is noticeable by its stench for kilometers around, and from the heights of Mandeville several bauxite facilities scar the landscape. Discovery Bay and Ocho Rios have important export terminals, as does Port Kaiser in St. Elizabeth with another bauxite port, and Rocky Point in Clarendon and Port Esquivel in St. Catherine.

Litter

Environmental education in Jamaica is seriously lacking. Environmental awareness has only recently been directly linked to the island's tourist economy by some of the more responsible tourism groups. The difference in sanitation and upkeep between the leisure destinations frequented principally by Jamaicans rather than foreign tourists is marked. Choice spots like Salt River in Clarendon are littered with trash, while other popular local spots like Bluefields Beach Park in Westmoreland make greater efforts to clean up after their patrons. Regardless of how senseless it may seem to take a green stance when it comes to litter in the face of gross negligence on the part of Jamaicans themselves, it's important to be aware of the fact that Jamaicans watch visitors very carefully: Make a point of not trashing the country, even if you seem to be up against insurmountable odds.

Water Table Salination

Several coastal areas suffer salination of the water table when water is extracted more rapidly than it is replenished. While Jamaica is blessed with high rainfall in the east and abundant hydrology generally, there will likely be an increasing problem in drier northwest coast areas where new all-inclusive resorts are being built. Wherever you end up staying, the best way to lessen your impact on finite water resources is by not taking long showers and by heeding the requests made at many of the more responsible and proactive hotels to reuse towels during your stay rather than throwing them on the floor after a single use for housekeeping personnel to deal with.

Deforestation

Despite the known harm it causes and the ensuing potential for erosion, slash-and-burn agriculture remains the predominant means of smallholder cultivation in rural areas. While significant portions of land have been designated as protected areas across Jamaica, pressure on the environment, especially around tourism boom towns like Ocho Rios, where little planning preceded the influx of workers from other parishes, is leaving the water supply under threat and causing erosion where forestlands on steep inclines are cut for ramshackle housing settlements.

Sports

The sporting arena has provided many achievements that have been etched in the hearts of Jamaicans and become a part of the country's national identity. Jamaica has come to embody the sporting adage of "punching above one's weight," echoed in the local expression, "we likkle but we tallawa" (we're little but we're strong), and this has been shown most emphatically on the sprinting track in recent times, but also historically on the cricket ovals, football (soccer) fields, boxing arenas, and, to add a bit of pizzazz to the diverse accomplishments, with bobsledders and aerial skiers competing in the Winter Olympics.

Athletics

In an island nation with modest sporting infrastructure, track and field events have always been a mainstay in schools and communities with participants in organized events being as young as primary school age. In fact, arguably the biggest and best attended annual sporting event in the island's calendar would be the Boys & Girls Championships held at the National Stadium for the various high schools, known popularly as Champs. It is from this background that the likes of Arthur Wint, Herb McKinley and Donald Quarrie enjoy legendary status for running towards Olympic gold wearing Jamaican colors in the 1940s, '50s and '70s, respectively. Up to the present time, the little island that has come to be called the "sprint factory" has produced the likes of Merlene Ottey, Juliet Cuthbert, Veronica Campbell-Brown, Shelly-ann Fraser, Asafa Powell, and, of course, the inimitable Usain Bolt. Many gold-medalists who have run for other nations were also born and raised in Jamaica, including Linford Christie, Ben Johnson, and Donovan Bailey. No one can deny that Jamaicans have every right to consider themselves the powerhouse team on the short track.

Cricket

A nostalgic remnant of British colonialism, cricket is also a ubiquitous sporting activity on any level field throughout the island. Jamaican cricketers play on the regionally federated West Indies Cricket Team (affectionately called "the Windies"), which joins the other island nations of the Caribbean sharing a British colonial past. Though the fortunes of the Windies have drastically fallen in the past decade, there was a time when they were the unmistakable rulers of the sports. West Indies cricket did not lose a single international Test series for 15 years from the mid-1970s to early '90s. It was a particular joy whenever the beloved Windies would defeat the team from England. Notable Jamaican cricketers include former Windies captains Michael Holding, Jimmy Adams and Courtney Walsh, as well as current captain Chris Gayle.

Soccer

Though lacking in the historical exploits of the cricketers, Jamaican soccer players enjoy every bit of the adoration of the population. The highest achievement of the "Reggae Boyz" undoubtedly came when they qualified for the FIFA World Cup in 1998, which was held in France. Several Jamaicans, or players of Jamaican parentage, have plied their trade for clubs in the English Premier League, including the legendary John Barnes (who actually represented England as a player but was one-time coach of the Jamaican national team), and more recent players such as Deon Burton, Ricardo Gardner, Marlon King and Ricardo Fuller.

Boxing

Champion boxers who have raised the Jamaican flag include Mike McCallum, Trevor Berbick, and Glen Johnson, while noted boxers Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno, although representing Great Britain, speak fondly of their Jamaican roots.

The Land

Jamaica enjoys widely varied topography for its small size, ranging from tropical montane regions in the Blue and John Crow Mountains to temperate areas at the higher elevations of Manchester, to lush tropical coastline along much of the coast to near-desert conditions south of the Santa Cruz Mountains in St. Elizabeth. The variety of climatic conditions is what bestows on Jamaica its singularity. Not every island in the Caribbean can boast natural features and attractions in such abundance and close proximity. The most expansive wetlands area in the Caribbean, the Lower Black River Morass, for example, is a popular wintering ground for birds from across the continent, while Jamaica's various mountain ranges create distinct ecosystems that support high levels of endemism.

Land use in Jamaica was historically framed in the context of the colonial plantation economy, where overseers would control vast tracts of land on behalf of absentee landowners and slaves would not be granted title. The plains were coveted for growing cane, while the more mountainous regions produced timber and spices. The birth of the banana industry in the Northeast opened up large new areas to plantation agriculture, before plague virtually wiped out the crop.

After the abolition of slavery, migration made towns into cities, and a cultural aversion to agriculture and rural life persists today. As you drive across the island you still see vast cane fields in many parishes, with banana and citrus plantations in others. However, it's clear that, just as in many other parts of the world, farming as a way of life has fallen out of fashion, and much agricultural land is left unfarmed.

When the Jamaica Labour Party came to power in 2008 after being in the opposition for 18 years, a renewed emphasis was placed on agriculture by minister Christopher Tufton, who correctly recognizes the vital importance of the sector for country's growth and development. Nonetheless, Jamaica has struggled to bring its land-use policies into the modern era to encourage productive use of land, and squatting continues to be a problem throughout Jamaica. In the greater Kingston area, subdivisions are claiming old cane fields as the urban sprawl continues to fan outward from bedroom communities like Old Harbour, Spanish Town, and Portmore.

GEOGRAPHY

Jamaica is a relatively small island: 235 kilometers miles long and 93 kilometers miles at its widest point, covering an area of 10,992 square kilometers (slightly smaller than the state of Connecticut in the United States). Distances in Jamaica can seem much greater than they really are thanks to mountainous terrain and poor roads.

CLIMATE

Jamaica has a tropical climate along the coast and lowlands, with average annual temperatures of 26\32°C. In the mountains, temperatures can drop down near freezing at night at the highest elevations. Jamaica has two loose rainy seasons: between May and June and then later, with heavier, more sustained rains and coinciding with hurricane season from September to November.

Norma’s

Norma’s (31 Whitehall Ave., tel. 876/931- 0064, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) takeout is the best home cooking in town for Jamaican staples like curry goat, oxtail, and stewed chicken—and you won’t find better value; at times fish and shrimp are also available. Call in advance to find out what’s on the menu and to make sure it “nah sell-off ” yet. Ask Norma if you can view the kitchen around back with its industrial-sized pots and flurry of activity. Lunches come in small (US$3) or large (US$3.50). Oxtail is US$6.50, and juices are US$1.50.

Route taxis and mini buses

Route taxis and mini buses depart from Cross Roads, Half Way Tree, by the roundabout on upper Constant Spring Road in Manor Park for destinations due north and at the roundabout in Papine for destinations in the Blue Mountains. Route taxis or minibuses depart for Kingston from virtually every city or town in the surrounding parishes and from parish capitals across the island. Route taxi fares are typically slightly higher than buses on the overlapping routes, but don’t typically connect faraway points.

On Foot

Jamaicans who walk around Kingston generally don’t do so by choice, day or night, and are ridiculed as “walk foots” by their fellow citizens. It’s mainly due to the prestige of driving, and more importantly, the heat that pedestrians suffer; the safety concerns around Town are generally exaggerated and vehicles stopped at lights offer little protection, anyway. There is really no better way to get to know the layout of some of the more congested areas like Downtown around the Parade, Knutsford Boulevard’s Hip Strip, and around the center of Half Way Tree than to go on foot. Beyond that, route taxis and public buses are the best way to move about for those without a car.

Club Nazz Bar & Restaurant

Club Nazz Bar & Restaurant (23 Market St., tel. 876/617-5175, 7 a.m.\11:30 p.m daily) offers customers free Wi-Fi.

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Westmoreland Interior

Beyond Mayfield Falls, which has grown into a favorite ecotourism attraction, the interior of Westmoreland sees few visitors. Nevertheless, there are a few notable cultural and agricultural attractions, namely Seaford Town, reached via the South Coast from Ferris Cross. Border Jerk (11 a.m.–10 p.m. daily, US$5– 12), located in Mackfield, Westmoreland at the Hanover border along the B8 heading toward Montego Bay from Ferris Cross, is a notable jerk pit owned by Clive McFarlane (cell tel.876/542-1852), who opened the business in 2004. It serves jerk chicken, pork, festival, and breadfruit. There's also a bar on-site.

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Maps of Port Antonio

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Discover Kingston

Kingston Map

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Best New Restaurant

Kingston's Best New Restaurant

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Best Hotel

Kingston's Best Hotel

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Best Attraction

Kingston's Best Attraction

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Food

Food

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Accommodations

Accommodations

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Shopping

Shopping

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Intineraries

Essentials

Resources

List of Maps

Maps of Jamaica

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Discover Jamaica
chapter divisions map:
The Best of Jamaica:

Kingston

Kingston:
Metropolitan Kingston:
Downtown Kinston:
Uptown Kingston:
Spanish Town:

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The Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains:

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Port Antonio and the East Coast
Port Antonio and the East Coast:
Port Antonio Coastline:
Northeast Coast:

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Ocho Rios and the Central North Coast

Ocho Rios and the Central North Coast:
Ocho Rios and Vicinity:
Ocho Rios Detail:
Runaway Bay:

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Montego Bay and the Northwest

Montego Bay and the Northwest:
Montego Bay:
Montego Bay Detail:

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Negril and the West

Negril and the West:
Negril Beach:
West End:

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Mandeville and the South Coast

Mandeville and the South Coast:
Treasure Beach:
Mandeville:

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Top Picks

Must See Sights & Attractions

Mama Marley's Bar & Grill

Mama Marley's Bar & Grill (50 Main St., tel. 876/795-4803) serves mediocre Jamaican and international dishes. The restaurant was owned by the late Cedella Marley, Bob's mother, known as Mama B.

Lion's Den

Lion's Den (2.4 km west of cruise ship terminal, contact supervisor Joseph Morrison, cell tel. 876/896-1352, US$4–8.50) serves some of the best Jamaican home cooking in the Ocho Rios area, with dishes like fried chicken, curry goat, and stewed pork. It makes a great stop for lunch on the way in or out of Ochi.

One Stop Veggie Shop

One Stop Veggie Shop (Shop #9, Simmon's Plaza, 73 Main St., cell tel. 876/877-1315, US$3–5) sells vegetarian food, porridge, soup, pastries, and natural juice.

Healthy Way Vegetarian Kitchen

Healthy Way Vegetarian Kitchen (Shop #54 Ocean Village, tel. 876/974-9229, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Sat., US$1.50–5) serves escovitch tofu, hominy, or peanut, plus plantain carrot, bulgur porridge, steamed cabbage with banana, and fried dumplings.

Coconut Grove Supermarket and Wholesale

Coconut Grove Supermarket and Wholesale (188 Main St., tel. 876/974-3049) is the best wholesale liquor store in Ochi, also selling a limited range of grocery items.

Liu's Rexo Supermarket

Liu's Rexo Supermarket is located at New Ocho Rios Plaza (tel. 876/974-2328).

DJ Supermarket & Wholesale

DJ Supermarket & Wholesale (80-A Main St., tel. 876/974-3462, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) sells groceries and liquor.

Money's Worth Meat Mart

Money's Worth Meat Mart (128 Main, tel. 876/974-2917) is the best place for fresh meat and imported frozen fish if you have trouble finding the local, fresh variety. Beef, chicken, local pork, snapper, Cornish hens, and imported turkey are sold.

Willy's Variety

Willy's Variety (130 Main St., tel. 876/974-5175, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) sells groceries, liquor, and hardware.

Park 'N' Shop Wholesale Supermarket

Park 'N' Shop Wholesale Supermarket is at 20 Main Street (tel. 876/795-4718).

Golden Loaf Baking Company

Golden Loaf Baking Company (72 Main St., tel. 876/974-2635 or tel. 876/974-5417 for the pizzeria, 8 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) makes bread, pastries, and pizzas, and baked chicken.

Tropical Oven

Tropical Oven (Shop #2, Ocean Village, tel. 876/795-4970) is a bakery selling pastries and breads.

Scoops Unlimited

Scoops Unlimited (9 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Sat and Sun.) is one of the local Devon House I Scream franchises.

St. Ann Chamber of Commerce

The St. Ann Chamber of Commerce (tel. 876/974-2629) has tourist booklets that advertise the area's tourism businesses and attractions.

Freehill Car Rental

Freehill Car Rental (Coconut Grove beside Petcom gas station, manager Cecil Subaran, cell tel. 876/865-3704 or tel. 876/795-4966, www.freehillcarrental.com, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon.–Sat., till 5 p.m. Sun.,) rents Toyota Corollas, RAV-4s, and the Nissan Cube or March (US$60–110/day, US$500–650/week), as well as scooters. The company also offers airport transfers and tours.

Villa Car Rentals

Villa Car Rentals (Shop #7, Coconut Grove Shopping Centre, tel. 876/974-2474, villacarrentalscoltd@msn.com, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Sun.) has the 2006 Toyota Corolla (US$420/week) and 2005 Yaris (US$320/week) plus tax and optional insurance ($50). Linda Mash and Harry Chung are co-owners.

Sunshine Car Rentals

Sunshine Car Rentals (154 Main St., Pineapple Place, tel. 876/974-2980 or 876/974-5025, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat.) has 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitaras (US$125/day, US$582/week) and Mitsubishi Lancers (US$149/day, US$700/week).

SunSpree Car Rental

SunSpree Car Rental (tel. 876/974-6258, cell tel. 876/378-5682, fax 876/974-2652) rents Lancers and Corollas (US$70/day, US$378/week).

Caribbean Car Rentals

Caribbean Car Rentals (99-A Main St., tel. 876/974-2513, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m.–noon Sun.) has 2004 Mitsubishi Lancers, 2005 Suzuki Lianas (US$82/day, US$492/week), and 2006 Toyota Corollas (US$97/day, US$571/week).

Power Plus Computers

Power Plus Computers (Shop #6, Rexo Plaza, Main St., tel. 876/795-4664, powerpluscomputers@yahoo.com, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Mon.–Fri., Sat. till 3 p.m.) sells and repairs computers and basic accessories and offers Internet access at eight computer terminals, one with a webcam and microphone. Power Plus charges the Jamaican equivalent of about US$2.25 per hour for Internet access.

Computer Wizz

Computer Wizz (Shop #11, Island Plaza, Main St., tel. 876/974-5844, 8:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Mon.–Sat.) sells computers, accessories, service, and repairs and offers Internet access with almost a dozen desktops in use and Wi-Fi access for those who bring their own machine (US$2/half hour, US$3/hour, or J$100/half hour, J$150/hour if paying in local currency).

Jerkin' @ Taj Internet Cafe

Jerkin' @ Taj Internet Cafe (Taj Mahal Centre, tel. 876/795-0862, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) has access for US$8 per hour. The restaurant section (10 a.m.–7 p.m.) serves decent jerk; a quarter chicken is US$15.

NCB Bank

NCB Bank is at 40 Main Street next to Island Plaza/BK and across from the craft market (tel. 876/974-2522).

Nancy's Cambio

Nancy's Cambio (Taj Mahal, 4 Main St., tel. 876/974-2414; 50 Main St., tel. 876/795-4285; St. Ann's Bay, tel. 876/972-8842, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) offers slightly better exchange rates than the banks. Travelers' checks are accepted with two forms of ID. Money transfers are also possible at the St. Ann's Bay Moneygram outlet.

Kulkarni Medical Clinic

Kulkarni Medical Clinic (16 Rennie Rd., tel. 876/974-3357, cell tel. 876/990-7726) has a well-respected private practice used by many of the area's better hotels. It's located between RBTT bank and Jamaica National.

St. Ann's Bay Hospital

St. Ann's Bay Hospital (Seville Road, tel. 876/972-2272) is the most important in the region, with people coming from kilometers around. Better service can be obtained at private health centers in Ocho Rios, however.

Ocho Rios Pharmacy

Ocho Rios Pharmacy is in Ocean Village Shopping Centre (Shop #67-A, tel. 876/974-2398, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. daily).

Pinegrove Pharmacy

Pinegrove Pharmacy is east of the clock tower on Main Street (Shop #5, Ocho Rios Mall, tel. 876/974-5586, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Sun.).

Quick Shots Imaging Labs

Quick Shots Imaging Labs (4 DaCosta Dr., tel. 876/974-8498 or 876/974-8498, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) offers one-hour processing and sells film and memory cards.

Bailey's Photo Studio & Colour Lab

Bailey's Photo Studio & Colour Lab offers photo processing and sells a limited range of digital camera products.

Carib Laundro-Mat

Carib Laundro-Mat (Shop #6, Carib Arcade opposite of 112 Main St., tel. 876/974-7631, 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) and Express Laundromat (18–20 Pineapple Place, Main St., tel. 876/795-0720 or 876/795-0721, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sun.) both offer laundry services.

DHL

DHL is at Ocean Village Plaza (Shop #3, tel. 876/974-8001, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat.).

Studio Tokyo

Studio Tokyo (Coconut Grove, cell tel. 876/864-3640) offers music recording, mastering, and video production services in a modest studio near Irie FM.

Getting There

Route taxis and buses leave for Kingston and points east and west along the coast from the lot just south of the clock tower in downtown Ocho Rios. Buses go between Ochi and Downtown Kingston (US$4) as well as to Montego Bay (US$4), while route taxis ply every other route imaginable: to Brown's Town (US$3), Moneague (US$1), and east and west along the coast to Oracabessa (US$2) and St. Ann's Bay (US$1.50).

Flights into the Oracabessa Aerodrome, renamed Ian Fleming International Airport in 2010, 15 minutes east of Ochi, can be booked with any of the island's charter operators from Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, or Port Antonio. All the fixed-wing operators are based in Montego Bay and offer better rates when departing from there.

International AirLink

International Airlink (tel. 876/940-6660, res@intlairlink.com, www.intlairlink.com) offers service from Montego Bay (US$302 one-way paid in cash for two persons), Kingston (US$1,324), and Port Antonio (US$1,575). Airlink passes on bank charges of an additional 5 percent when paying with a credit card.

TimAir

TimAir (tel. 876/952-2516, timair@usa.net, www.timair.net) also offers service from Montego Bay (US$316 for up to four persons plus tax), Kingston (US$579), Port Antonio (US$549), and Negril (US$566).

Captain John's Island Hoppers

Captain John's Island Hoppers (tel. 876/974-1285, helicopter@mail.infochan.com, www.jamaicahelicopterservices.com, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily) offers helicopter airport transfers for up to four passengers from Montego Bay to Ochi (US$970), from Kingston (US$811), and to and from virtually any other points on the island, as well as tours for sightseeing. The company has two Bell Jetranger aircraft.

Getting Around

Route taxis are the most economical way of getting around if you don't mind squeezing in with several other people. Taxis leave from the rank by the clock tower and can also be flagged down by the roadside if there is any room. Route taxis display their destination and origin in painted letters on the side of the cars and are typically white Toyota Corollas. Overcrowding has been somewhat reduced in recent years with increased oversight from the authorities. It is impossible to walk the streets of Ocho Rios without being offered a chartered taxi; bear in mind that these drivers will quote any figure that comes to mind. Haggling is very much a part of hiring a local charter, and be sure not to pay the total in advance if you hope to see your driver stick around.

Day at Green Castle

Another option offered, best for more dedicated birding and exploring, is a Day at Green Castle (self-guided tour is US$10 for half day and $15 for full day; guided is $30 half day and $50 full day), where visitors are allowed to roam the vast estate to count bird species, visit the orchid houses, or just relax and enjoy nature along the many hiking trails and coastline. The birds that frequent Green Castle Estate are as spectacular as the orchids and include 20 of the country's 28 endemic species: the chestnut-bellied cuckoo, Jamaican owl, yellow-billed parrot, red-billed streamertail, Jamaican mango, Jamaican tody, Jamaican woodpecker, rufous-tailed flycatcher, sad flycatcher, Jamaican becard, Jamaican elania, Jamaican pewee, Jamaican crow, white-chinned thrush, Jamaican vireo, Jamaican euphonia, orangequit, yellow-shouldered grassquit, and the Jamaican stripe-headed tanager. In total 120 species have been sighted at Green Castle Estate, including the native and visiting birds.

Jacks Bay Beach

Jacks Bay Beach (US$3 adults, US$1 children) has a bar and restaurant serving fish and Jamaican fare. Jacks Bay is located on the main road from the North Coast highway going into Robin's Bay. It is part of Green Castle Estate but managed independently by Gary Smith and Melicia Clarke (cell tel. 876/394-4982 or 876/360-6341, jacksbayvillage@yahoo.com). Jacks Bay is open daily and is happy to accommodate large groups or special occasions. Stop in for excellent food and drinks (US$8–10) or give Gary a call to make special arrangements for groups.

Sunrise Lawn

Sunrise Lawn (contact the proprietor Sanchez Swaby, cell tel. 876/436-1223, noon–last customer leaves, daily) is one of the coolest chill-out spots in Robin's Bay, with its picket-fenced east-facing lawn overlooking the sea. There are benches for enjoying the view on the lawn, and a cook shop prepares steamed and fried fish and conch soup, based on demand throughout the day (US$5–15). A bar serves white and red rums and beer, with stacks of speakers perpetually warming up for the next session. Try the house drink, "Smooth Sunrise," made with Guinness, Supligen, and Wray & Nephew white rum. It allegedly improves stamina and enhances libido, according to its creator, Sanchez. Gold Label is on special on Thursday nights with DJs spinning dancehall, reggae, R&B, and all sorts of classics.

Robin's Bay Village and Beach Resort

Robin's Bay Village and Beach Resort (tel. 876/968-3031 or cell tel. 876/361-2144, www.robinsbayvillageresort.com, US$75–135) has 43 rooms designed mainly for retreats or romantic getaways. The lower-priced rooms have mountain views with ceiling fans; the more expensive rooms have sea views and air-conditioning. All rooms have private bathrooms and hot water. There is a pool on the roof as well as a restaurant serving Jamaican dishes open to nonguests (US$6.50–21).

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

Strawberry Fields Together

Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages and Adventure Tours (US$90–220) sits on a seven-hectare property with six cottages ranging in comfort level from rustic Hibiscus to seaside honeymoon lavishness in Moonlight Magic. Two small private beaches with fine white sand line idyllic crystalline coves protected by coral reefs. An outdoor dining area has a wood deck, bar, pizza oven, and jerk center for eating and entertainment under the heavens.

Nature excursions based at Strawberry Fields include five-hour ATV tours (US$125 per person) through the bush to waterfalls, mountain biking to a volcanic black-sand beach (US$75), guided hikes to the same black-sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20), and snorkeling on Long Reef (US$50). Jeep tours with Everton in one of his many Land Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be arranged for any of the tours at US$12 per person.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

River Lodge

River Lodge (US$60–80 per room, including breakfast) is located on the site of a refurbished 400-year-old Spanish fort owned by Brigitta Fuchslocher. Rooms inside the fort complement a pair of cottages. From River Lodge there are hectares and hectares of unspoiled wilderness reaching almost all the way along the coast to Port Maria, where waterfalls and black-sand beaches are best reached by boat with the local fishermen. The rustic guest house offers five double occupancy rooms, one at USD 70 per night, two at USD 80 per night and two stand-alone cabins, one for USD 70, the other USD 80.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Green Castle Estate House

Green Castle Estate Great House (US$3,200/3,600 weekly low/high season, for up to four people, inclusive of meals, or US$3,600/4,200 low/high season for up to six with meals) is the fanciest accommodation you're likely to find between Port Maria and Port Antonio. While a weekly rental is preferred, it is also possible to rent a room at the Estate House for as little as three nights (US$260 d. nightly). For those who enjoy nature and an alternative idea of tourism but don't want to sacrifice elegant comfort and old-time Jamaican pace, there's probably no better accommodation option around. The great house has classy colonial furnishings in three spacious bedrooms with private baths, and a fourth room with two twin beds. The swimming pool overlooks gardens with a spectacular view of the coast and Blue Mountains from almost every window and veranda. You're guaranteed to see several species of hummingbird buzzing about, including the red-billed streamertail, the country's national bird. Tennis courts are well maintained. All estate tours are included with the great house rental. Opportunities for farm volunteer work and outreach in the neighboring community of Robin's Bay can be pursued with Angie.

Getting There and Around

The best way to reach Robin's Bay is by route taxi (US$0.75) or private taxi charter (US$7) from Annotto Bay. Getting around in Robin's Bay often requires long waits before a car passes, but the road is only a few kilometers long before it becomes a dirt track and disappears in the wilderness to the west.

Carib Resort

Carib Resort (tel. 876/970-0305, caribochorios@hotmail.com, www.caribochoriosresort.com) has one- (US$80/90) and two-bedroom (US$140/150) apartments, all with hot water and cable TV.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

Kaz Kreol

Kaz Kreol (US$98) is located on a beautiful beach along White River Bay, adjacent to the Shaw Park Beach Hotel (which is run-down and definitely not recommended). Rooms have queen or king beds, cable, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with hot water.

The only place in town for falafel or a Greek sandwich is Little Santurini Grill (Kaz  Kreol, White River, 7am-10pm daily, tel. 876/974-4613, US$10-20). Both are convincingly prepared and affordably served beach- side on a gorgeous stretch of coast by the mouth of the White River.

The Village Hotel

The Village Hotel (54–56 Main St., tel. 876/974-9193, villagehtl@cwjamaica.com, www.villagehoteljamaica.com, US$90 includes breakfast) has standard, deluxe, and suite rooms. All rooms have air-conditioning, kitchenette, cable TV, and ceiling fans. The Village Hotel has a swimming pool on property, and The Village Grill serves a mix of international and Jamaican cuisine (US$10–25).

Turtle Beach Towers

Turtle Beach Towers (Main St., tel. 876/974-2381, turtlebeachtowers@cwjamaica.com, www.turtlebeachvacations.com, US$65–160) is one of the original and less-attractive apartment-style accommodation options, with its cluster of gray towers at the base of Fisherman's Point resembling government housing projects. Do not book here without first seeing the room in person, as individual owners appoint the apartments according to taste (or neglect, as the case may be), and the decor and amenities vary greatly from unit to unit. Reduced rates can be negotiated for longer stays.

Executive Inn

Executive Inn (60 Main St., tel. 876/795-4070, US$100/person) has 20 rooms with one, two, or three beds, and TV, air-conditioning, and private baths with hot water. It includes continental breakfast in its nightly rate. The Executive Inn also runs Carlito's Cafe, located around back on DaCosta serving typical Jamaican dishes.

Columbus Heights Apartments

Columbus Heights Apartments, managed by Jennifer Llewellyn, is a large condo complex on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios, affording great views. Studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with air-conditioning and hot water range US$100–200, with a US$20 difference between low and high season. Longer stays afford reduced rates.

Fisherman's Point

Fisherman's Point (Cruise Ship Wharf, contact Charmaine Annikey for bookings, from the US/Canada tel. 877/211-6313, cell tel. 876/798-7647, accounts@selfcateringapartmentsjm.com, www.fishermanspoint.net or www.selfcateringapartmentsjm.com, US$100/125 low/high season) is run as a strata with individual apartment owners pooling their units. These are some of the nicer self-contained units available in Ocho Rios, and while decor and furnishings vary considerably between apartments, there is much better oversight of the conditions than at neighboring Turtle Towers. All units are fully furnished, with hot water, living rooms, equipped kitchens, TV, air-conditioning, and telephones. There is a nice pool at the center of the complex, with Turtle Beach access two minutes away.

Rooms on the Beach

Rooms on the Beach (Turtle Beach, Main St., tel. 876/974-6632, toll-free from U.S. or Jamaica 877/467-8737, info@superclubs.com, www.roomsresort.com, www.superclubs.com, US$105–141) is SuperClubs' answer to the demand for a dependable European-plan option on the beachfront in Ochi. Located in the heart of town, ROOMS is a beachfront property with a pool and all the fixtures of an all-inclusive--without the all-inclusive. The rooms are clean, with TV, air-conditioning, telephones, and hot water. The property is a short walk from all the restaurants and nightlife in downtown Ocho Rios.

Crane Ridge Resort

Crane Ridge Resort (17 DaCosta Dr., tel. 876/974-8051, craneridge@craneridge.net, www.craneridge.net) has 90 units perched on a hill overlooking Ocho Rios off the bypass above Ruins at the Falls. Standard (US$80/133 low/high season) and one-bedroom rooms (US$99/157 low/high season) have private bathrooms with hot water and shared balcony. The two-bedroom suites (US$157/191 low/high season) have a private balcony, whirlpool tub, kitchenette, and living room. The nine three-story buildings surround a large pool with a swim-up bar. Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible from the lobby and dining room area.

Hibiscus Lodge

Hibiscus Lodge (83 Main St., tel. 876/974-2676, info@hibiscusjamaica.com, www.hibiscusjamaica.com) has comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, TV, and private baths with hot water. Rooms are either garden (US$135/147 low/high season) or ocean view (US$147/159 low/high season), and come with two twins or one queen-size bed. Rates include breakfast. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the heart of Ochi and Mahogany Beach.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn (from US$349/586 d. low/high season) has remained one of the top hotels in the island for decades for good reason. Several features make the 55-unit property unique and charming.

The beach is one of the best in Jamaica, with fine golden sand and crystal clear water that drops off quickly, fringed by low coral bluffs. Thatch umbrellas are planted abundantly across the sand and the bar staff makes regular rounds. Even at full occupancy Jamaica Inn never feels overcrowded.

The rooms themselves have effective fans over the bed and in the living area, which is open on one side to the tropical air. Ensuite bathrooms have marble-topped vanities and bathtub showers with walk-in showers in the larger suites and cottages. The bedrooms are furnished with dark mahogany king-size beds, matching desks and chester drawers. Local paintings and prints adorn the walls, soft white linens and fluffy pillows ensure restful slumber. You won't find clocks or TVs in the bedrooms, deemed wasteful reminders of the rat race in the tropical dimension where Jamaica Inn carved out its identity. Notwithstanding, Wi-Fi coverage is strong throughout the hotel and the library has a large flat screen.

Three room categories differ mainly in size and proximity to the water: The highlight of all rooms is the indoor/outdoor living spaces, overlooking the gardens and croquet pitch in the second-floor Superor Balcony Suites (US$349/586 low/high season), opening right onto the sand in the Deluxe Verandah Suites (US$411/710 low/high season) or sitting at the coral-lined waters edge in the Premiere Verandah Suites (US$493/874).

The most glamorous rooms include the White Suite (US$820/1,760 low/high season), where Winston Churchill stayed, and the slightly more modest Cowdray Suite (US$489/969). Four one-bedroom cottages (US$759/1,459 low/high season) and four two-bedroom cottages (US$919/1,699) step it up a notch with plunge pools, decks and outdoor showers. Three bungalows were added to the inventory in 2017 on an adjacent property that has its own beach but shares the cove with a few other hotels.

The staff at Jamaica Inn strikes the right balance between attentive, courteous and unobtrusive. Meals are served in the dining room or terraces in the Main House. Breakfast offerings range from Jamaican staples like ackee and salt fish accompanied by steamed starchy sides, to continental fare, fresh fruit and pastries. The dinner menu features prix fixe (US$45pp) and a la carte options with daily specials and an extensive wine list. Scrumptious starters like the spicy conch cigar or caprese salad invigorate a dynamic menu executed with home-cooked quality. Entrées range from a catch of the day, always the best bet for seafood, to steak and vegetarian options.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

The Ocean Spa

The Ocean Spa (Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m – 6 p.m.,) is located beside the cottages at Jamaica Inn along the coral-cliffed waterfront. Massage huts sit atop the lapping waves. A barrel-shaped sauna sits in one corner of the inner courtyard facing the outdoor shower and hydrotheraphy hut. The spa offer massage, facials, manicures and pedicures as well as sauna and hydrotherapy sessions starting at US$70 for the 30-minute head and shoulders massage.

Royal Plantation

Royal Plantation (tel. 876/974-5601 or U.S. tel. 305/284-1300, rpres@jm.royalplantation.com, www.royalplantation.com, US$1,548/1,636 d low season/high season European plan, US$1,978/2,066 d all-inclusive Royal Plan low/high season, stays of three nights or more receive a 65 percent discount) is an upscale property owned by the Sandals group. It's basically a Sandals resort on champagne and caviar, the extra amenities well appreciated by its guests. Royal Plantation gives guests the opportunity to get off the premises and taste a bit of local cuisine, if they so choose, on the European plan. Royal Plantation has three restaurants: One features "Nouveau Caribbean Fusion," Le Papillon is a French restaurant, and La Terrazza serves Mediterranean cuisine.

Royal Plantation has six room categories: deluxe; premium oceanfront junior suite; luxury oceanfront junior suite, with whirlpool tub and French balcony; the honeymoon grand luxe, with a walkout balcony and larger whirlpool bath with separate shower; the honeymoon plantation one-bedroom suite with living and a whirlpool area with separate standing shower; and the one-bedroom suites have two walkout balconies with lounge chairs and a huge living room area with 1.5 baths. Royal Plan guests have greens fees and transportation to the Sandals Golf Course included.

In addition to the rooms in the main building, there's a three-bedroom villa with a private pool. The top of the villa has two bedrooms sleeping 2–4 persons with a third bedroom downstairs that can be added. All bedrooms have king-size beds.

Red Lane Spa

Red Lane Spa (876/670-9015, www.redlanespa.com) is one of the most comprehensive spas on the island, with 14 full-time employees and eight full-time therapists specializing in different treatments. The spa offers a wide variety of services, from hot stone massage to nails and facials. Specially built for the grand opening of Royal Plantation Inn, the European-inspired spa is open to nonguests as well.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

Scotch on the Rocks

Scotch on the Rocks (Pineapple Grove, just east of the junction of Main St. and the Ocho Rios bypass) is one of Jamaica's top five villas in terms of elegance, luxury, and an all-permeating sense of class, while still remaining unpretentious and full of vibes. The five-bedroom house (US$6,535/8,035 low/high season per week, US$7,535/9,535/10,035 Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Year's) is well laid out for privacy but still spacious enough for the whole family. Each bedroom has a private bath and a large balcony overlooking the sea. You won't find more soothing rooms anywhere, with soft linens and delicate white curtains that catch the evening breeze, blurring the lines between heaven and earth. A large pool deck out front overlooks the sea at the top of a staircase down to the picture-perfect dock with a gazebo at its tip. The exquisite meals are served either in the large indoor dining room, or more often outside on the veranda. Scotchie, as the villa is known by those who have become its intimate guests, is situated on Sandy Bay, the equivalent of Ocho Rios' Riviera. The neighbors to the east and west are the most upscale hotels in town, Jamaica Inn and Royal Plantation, respectively, where tennis courts and spa facilities are within a few minutes' walk. The staff at Scotchie is top-notch. By the end of your stay, these exemplary Jamaicans will be family, and if you're wise put the Piña Colada cheesecake on the menu. Minimum seven-night booking in high season, four-night in low season.

SunVillas

SunVillas (contact Alan Marlor, SunVillas, U.S. tel. 888/625-6007, alan@sunvillas.com, www.sunvillas.com) rents a nice assortment of villas across Jamaica varying considerably in price while all having much more than the basic amenities. Scotch on the Rocks in Ocho Rios and Golden Clouds in Oracabessa are definite highlights on the North Coast.

Prendergast Real Estate and Villa Rentals

Prendergast Real Estate and Villa Rentals (7 DaCosta Dr., tel. 876/974-2670, pren@cwjamaica.com), run by Clinece Prendergast and her daughter Jacky, books a large selection of villas, some in the hills overlooking Ochi and others directly on the water in and around town and from Oracabessa to Montego Bay along the North Coast. One of the nicer waterfront properties is Lime Tree, an expansive five-bedroom villa in the heart of Ocho Rios along a choice stretch of coastline just off Main Street. Other highlights include Seven Seas, a four-bedroom property on the beach in Mammee Bay, Four Winds, a five-bedroom villa on the beach in Old Fort Bay, and Golden Clouds, a nine-bedroom villa on a two-acre property seafront in Oracabessa.

Prospect Villas

Prospect Villas (tel. 876/994-1373, ian@prospect-villas.com, www.prospect-villas.com) rents five villas in addition to the Prospect Plantation great house. The villas (US$2,500–14,000 low season, US$3,500–16,500 high season for a weeklong stay) have three or four bedrooms, with a minimum two-night stay (from US$360/500 low/high per night). Part of the Prospect Plantation Estate, formerly owned by Sir Harold Mitchell, Prospect Villas hosted some of the most important political and entertainment figures of the 20th century, including Charlie Chaplin and Henry Kissinger, to name a few. The villas have every amenity imaginable, from DSL to iPod docks to satellite TV, not to mention the private waterfront and full staff.

Jamaica Association of Villas and Apartments

Jamaica Association of Villas and Apartments (JAVA) has its local headquarters at the Pompano Commercial Complex in Tower Isle (tel. 876/975-5504 or 876/975-5643, from the US tel. 773/463-6688 or 800/845-5276, javavillas@aol.com, java-jam-villas@cwjamaica.com, www.villasinjamaica.com) and offers booking services for member villas across the island.

Garden House

Garden House (Shaw Park, across from Coyaba Gardens, tel. 876/974-4481, U.K. tel. for booking +44 1296/614-451, enquiries@gardenhouse-jamaica.com, gardenhouse-jamaica@hotmail.com, www.gardenhouse-jamaica.com, US$4,500/6500 low/high season for up to 19 guests) is a beautiful villa located on a 4.5-acre estate in the hills above Ochi, commanding spectacular views of the city and north coast. The main house has eight guest rooms with air-conditioning and en suite bathrooms, balconies, and walk-in closets. There's a freshwater pool in the garden.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande

Moon Palace Jamaica Grande (rom US$466 low season, US$652 high season) is the most prominent hotel on Turtle Beach, oc­cupying the prime piece of real estate on the point of the bay. Completely refurbished in 2014 and taken over by Mexico-based Palace Resorts, the 705-room hotel boasts its own Dolphin Cove, a surf pool, a discotheque, buffet and à la carte dining. Rooms come in partial sea view and sea view categories, are modern and immaculate with quality toiletries, soft linens and minibars. Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and throughout the property.

Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach and Villa Resort

Sandals Grande Ocho Rios Beach and Villa Resort (Main St., tel. 876/974-5691, www.sandals.com, US$880 weekly) is a 529-room property covering land on both sides of the bypass. Sandals properties are exclusively for couples. Sandals Grande Ocho Rios features three resorts in one, set amid a 100-plus acre seaside estate. The Ciboney Villas are nestled among lush, tropical foliage, and come with private pools. A small white sand beach hugged by a wraparound pier dotted with gazebos dubbed the Grande Promenade, is the prominent feature at The Riviera. The Manor House is set among sprawling lawns and gardens on the opposite side of the road from The Riviera. All three Sandals Jamaica resorts boast rooms with amenities like four-poster king beds, flat panel TVs, CD players, stocked fridge, en suite bathrooms, and air-conditioning. Internet is available for an additional charge. Guests can choose from 11 restaurants, seven pools, and 22 whirlpools, and are offered complimentary access to the Sandals Ocho Rios Golf Club.

ClubHotel Riu Ocho Rios

ClubHotel Riu Ocho Rios (tel. 876/972-2200, US tel. 888/RIU-4990, clubhotel.ochorios@riu.com, www.riu.com), located in Mamee Bay, is a massive 865-room resort facing the sea. Rooms are clean and well appointed in replica furniture and either one king, a king and a double, or two double beds. Riu is among the least expensive of the all-inclusive hotels, but it's hard to see the value when reservations in one of the three "premier dining" restaurants requires standing in a long line 10 a.m.–noon to secure a reservation, and after all that the cuisine tends to disappoint. In the buffet dining room, where no reservations are required, the food quality is decent, albeit overwhelmingly imported. There is little inside the purple-painted buildings to remind guests that they are in Jamaica. Internet access is offered in the café off the lobby for a whopping US$18 per hour.

Couples

Couples (www.couples.com, from US$507/551 low/high season) has two all-inclusive resorts just east of town across the border in Tower Isle, St. Mary: Couples San Souci (White River, tel. 876/994-1353) and Couples Tower Isle (Tower Isle, tel. 876/975-4271), reborn in 2008 after a US$30 million renovation gave the property a sleek South Beach feel.

Couples Resorts are easily at the top of the all-inclusive ranking, first for the quality of the food with a lot of local fruit and produce, a delicious mix of local and international cuisine, details like black pepper grinders at each table, and premium drinks and liquor.

The rooms at Sans Souci, which means "worry-free" in French, are tasteful with simple decor and balconies overlooking a private beach. Couples Tower Isle boasts a private island within swimming distance from the beach, reserved for nudists to hang loose.

Spring Garden Café and Seafood Grill

Spring Garden Café and Seafood Grill (tel. 876/795-3149, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.) serves seafood, steak, and chicken (US$8–30). It's located on the bypass near Irie FM.

Tropical Vibes Seafood and Bar

Tropical Vibes Seafood and Bar (contact Garwin Davis, tel. 876/392-8287 or 876/386-0858, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. daily, US$6.50–21) is a great breezy bar serving the best fresh escovitch fish and bammy in town, as well as lobster, conch, and shrimp.

A host of other fish shacks, grub shops, and craft vendors line the fishermen's beach area. It's possible to set up informal arrangements to charter one of the fishing boats, known as canoes, but bear in mind shady characters and hustlers tend to congregate in the area as well.

Jack Ruby's

Jack Ruby's (1 James Ave., contact Peter Turner, cell tel. 876/381-3794 or 876/974-7289, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. daily, US$5–13) serves local fare, such as fried chicken with rice and peas, as well as seafood.

World of Fish

World of Fish (3 James Ave., no phone, 8 a.m.–1 a.m. daily) serves fish, chicken (US$3.50), rice and peas, curry goat (US$5), stew chicken, and fried, roast, or steamed fish with bammy or festival.

Scotchie's Too

Scotchie's Too (Drax Hall, beside the Epping gas station, tel. 876/794-9457, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Mon.–Sat., 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Sun., US$4–11) is Jamaica's most respected jerk center, consistently grilling up the best jerk the country has to offer, with pork, chicken, and roast fish accompanied by breadfruit, yam, and festival.

Ocho Rios Jerk Centre

Ocho Rios Jerk Centre (16 DaCosta Drive, tel. 876/974-2549, 10 a.m.–11 p.m. daily, US$5–13) serves pork, whole and half chicken, ribs and fish by the pound, as well as conch, accompanied by breadfruit, sweet potato, bammy, and festival. It's located between Crane Ridge and the stop light at the junction of DaCosta and the road to Fern Gulley.

John Crow's Tavern

John Crow's Tavern (10 Main St., tel. 876/974-5895, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. daily, later on Fri. and Sat., US$8–14) is a small restaurant and bar on Ochi's main drag, a few steps from the Hard Rock Café. Dishes include club sandwiches, oxtail, escovitch fish, curry conch, curry chicken, jerk chicken, and pasta Alfredo and marinara. The mixed vegetables and dip is very popular, as is the coconut jumbo shrimp. Friday is jerk night, with a sound system and a mixed crowd of locals and tourists, with a little band on Saturday nights as well. There are three 42-inch flat-screen TVs generally showing some kind of sporting event, and free Wi-Fi. Ravi Chatani owns the joint.

The Ruins at the Falls

The Ruins at the Falls (17 DaCosta Dr., tel. 876/974-8888, www.ruinsjamaica.com, noon–10 p.m. daily) has an extensive menu with buffet lunch (US$15) that includes jerk chicken or pork and escovitch fish. Dinner items include Chinese roasted chicken (US$14), grilled lamb chops (US$28), Jamaican-style oxtail, curry goat (US$20), Jamaican Red Stripe butterfly shrimp (US$28), and grilled lobster thermidor (US$35).

An American doctor, Robert Page, created The Ruins in 1960s with bricks brought from a great house in Trelawny. The restaurant is one of the most scenic in Ocho Rios, with its dining room overlooking a natural 12-meter waterfall. The Ruins was once part of a larger property called Eden Bower, which covered much of the hill behind the restaurant, including the plot on which Evita's Italian restaurant sits today. Eden Bower was owned by the Geddes family, one of the founding partners of Red Stripe beer. In 1907 the property was parceled off and sold.

Almond Tree Restaurant

Almond Tree Restaurant (7:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m., noon–2:30 p.m., 6–9:30 p.m. daily) serves a mix of Jamaican and international dishes like lobster (US$24), a variety of chicken (US$14), and fish (US$21), pork chops (US$15), lamb chops (US$17), and butterfly shrimp (US$30). A full bar in the restaurant serves the typical Heineken, Guinness, and Red Stripe (US$2.50), as well as mixed drinks. Indoor and outdoor dining areas overlook the water.

Michelle's Pizzeria

Michelle's Pizzeria (tel. 876/974-4322 or 876/974-9484, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. daily) is located at the Pineapple Hotel and has a nice outdoor dining area. Four specialty pizzas are served (10- or 16-inch, US$6–25): Hawaiian delight, seafood sensation, meat lovers, and conscious decision. Other dishes (US$7–8) include lasagna, spaghetti Bolognese, and vegetarian Rasta penne with traditional Jamaican ingredients. Subs are also prepared with smoked ham, jerk pork, fish, or plain cheese.

Evita's

Evita's (Eden Bower Rd, reached by turning up the hill next to The Ruins, tel. 876/974-2333, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon.–Sat., till 4 a.m. Sun. morning, US$11–30) is an Italian restaurant serving seafood, including lobster, steak, and pasta dishes. While Evita's might lack the upscale edge of Toscanini, the view is excellent and worth a trip.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar

Passage to India Restaurant & Bar (Shop 2, Fisherman's Point Resort, next to Ocho Rios Cruise Ship Pier, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily, US$11–26) serves authentic North Indian cuisine, with dishes like palak paneer, mala kofta, chicken vindaloo, lamb, lobster, and shrimp, as well as South Indian favorites like masala dosai and idli. This is the real deal, as good as India.

A move in 2015 from the restaurant's longstanding location rooftop in Soni's Plaza on Main Street to the breezy waterfront at Fisherman's Point was a welcome relocation, overlooking the town's modest marina where a few fishing, cruising and glass bottom boats await charters and the Moon Palace Hotel can be seen across the bay.

The only Indian restaurant in Ocho Rios for many years, Passage to India remains the best in St. Ann. It shares the same premises with Bottles & Chimney, a fancy Jamaican bar and cookshop operated under the same management.

Hong Kong International Restaurant

Hong Kong International Restaurant (Soni Plaza, 50 Main St., tel. 876/974-0588, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily, later on the weekend, from US$8.50) is one of the better places for Chinese food in Ochi, serving chicken, beef, shrimp, seafood, and pork, with noodles and rice. Hong Kong is a bit dodgy in its ambience, making takeout a good option.

Irish Rover

Irish Rover (Greenwich Park, Drax Hall, tel. 876/972-9352, cell tel. 876/573-4933, info@irishroverjamaica.com, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon.–Fri., open later on weekends, starting at US$8.50) lays claim to being Jamaica's first Irish pub. Jamaican Winston Samuels and Irish wife Angela opened the place in 2008. The kitchen offers garlic bread ciabatta, garlic mushrooms, chicken wings, coconut shrimp, soups and salads, sandwiches, burgers, baked potatoes, steaks, shepherd's pie, crab cakes, salmon, and snapper, in addition to more typical Jamaican dishes. Reggae night features a live band on Fridays, Latin night brings out Latin dance enthusiasts on select Saturdays, and there's jazz on Sundays (6–9 p.m.). The bar offers a wide selection of liquor, with bottled domestic brews and Red Stripe on tap.

Bibibip's Bar & Grill

Bibibip's Bar & Grill (93 Main St., tel. 876/974-7438, 9 a.m.–1 a.m. daily, US$7–34) is a nice spot overlooking the water near Mahogany Beach. It features a wide range of seafood, as well as Jamaican and international dishes.

Coconuts

Food at Coconuts (Fisherman's Point, opposite Cruise Ship Pier, tel. 876/795-0064, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. daily, US$7–25) ranges from the ménage à trois appetizer (coconut shrimp, chicken samosa, and conch fritters) to jerk chicken quesadillas and wings to a medley of shrimp, conch, and chicken to grilled sirloin strip steak. Coconuts has an all-you-can-drink special (9 a.m.–4 p.m., US$20) that includes house-brand vodka, gin, and Appleton Special rum.

Toscanini Italian Restaurant & Bar

Toscanini Italian Restaurant & Bar (Harmony Hall, Tower Isle, tel. 876/975-4785, US$10.50–24) is the most high-end and best-quality Italian restaurant in town, with tables on the ground floor of a beautifully renovated great house and outside on the patio. Dishes include appetizers like marinated marlin, prosciutto and papaya, and yellowfin tuna tartare and entrées like spaghetti cioppino di mare; the menu changes daily. The food is excellent, but be prepared to pay for it. Toscanini is run by congenial Lella, who is always around the place chatting with customers. Toscanini has been in operation since 1998.

Hard Rock Café

Hard Rock Café (4 Main St., tel. 876/974-3333, hrsales@cwjamaica.com, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun.–Thurs., 11 a.m.–midnight Fri.–Sat., US$10–30) opened in November 2006 in Ocho Rios, bringing the world's greatest tourist trap to one of the Caribbean's foremost tourist towns. Dishes are typical Hard Rock fare, from club sandwiches to burgers and steak. Local memorabilia adorning the walls includes Junior Murvin's guitar, used by Bob Marley for recording of the Kaya album, as well as the original handwritten lyrics to "Jammin'." Also on display are a suede jacket worn by Jimi Hendrix and a cap worn by John Lennon.

Ocean's 11 Watering Hole

Ocean's 11 Watering Hole (Cruise Ship Pier, tel. 876/974-8444, manbowen@cwjamaica.com, open when ship in town, closes at midnight at Tues. and Fri.) is a bar and restaurant opened in 2004 on the wharf that services cruise ship passengers primarily. Hours are determined by when the ship is in port (8 a.m.–1 a.m., 4 p.m.–1 a.m. when it's not in port). Much business in Ochi resolves around cruise ship schedules, which tend to change. Call ahead if you're not within sight of the pier to be sure. You can get Red Stripe (US$3) at the bar downstairs; upstairs there's a snack bar, coffee shop, and seafood restaurant with some nice antique coffee equipment that was at one time part of the small coffee museum on-site. Coffee is sold by the cup and by the pound (US$18–26/lb.).

Three Star Restaurant

Three Star Restaurant (Rexo Plaza, tel. 876/795-1320, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Mon.–Sat., US$2–20) serves Chinese food, with dishes like chop suey, sweet and sour chicken, shrimp fried rice, stir fry, and Cantonese lobster.

My Favorite Place Restaurant

My Favorite Place Restaurant (Shop #7, Ocean Village, tel. 876/795-0480, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat., breakfast only on Sun., US$2–6) serves typical Jamaican dishes like fried chicken, curry goat, escovitch fish, brown stew, and baked chicken; the menu changes daily, apart from the Jamaican staples. Paulette Garvey is the helpful proprietor and manager.

Nice-and-Nuff

Nice-and-Nuff (Shop #8, Simmon's Plaza, 73 Main St., contact Lesreen Goulbourne, tel. 876/489-2190, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon.–Sat., US$3–4) serves typical Jamaican food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with items like ackee and saltfish, oxtail, curry goat, and fried chicken. Food is served in foam clamshell lunch boxes ready for takeout.

San-Mar Cafe

San-Mar Cafe (Shop #8, Ocean Village Shopping Centre, tel. 876/795-1024, US$2–6) serves local staples and Chinese dishes.

Mom's

Mom's (7 Evenly St., tel. 876/974-2811, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon.–Sat., US$4–20), not to be confused with Mother's on Main Street, is located in a blue building across from the police station toward the clock tower. It's a local favorite, with oxtail, brown stew fish, baked or fried chicken, curry goat, stewed peas, and stewed beef.

Amnesia Nightclub

Amnesia (US$3–7, cash only) is Ochi's most authentic, down-market Jamaican nightclub. Thursday is Ladies' Night and gets quite busy, with a regular after-work jam and occasional deejay performances on Fridays. Muddy Mondays features mud wrestling.

Amnesia Nightclub

Amnesia (US$3–7, cash only) is Ochi's most authentic, down-market Jamaican nightclub. Thursday is Ladies' Night and gets quite busy, with a regular after-work jam and occasional deejay performances on Fridays. Muddy Mondays features mud wrestling.

Blitz Nightclub

Blitz Nightclub (4 DaCosta Drive, aka Main St., tel. 876/974-4407 or cell tel. 876/899-5540, 10 p.m.–6 a.m. Tues. and Fri., admission US$7) is open only on Tuesdays for an after party following Ocean 11's karaoke night, and Fridays for ladies night, dubbed Girls Gone Wild, where women pay no cover.

Spinning Wheel Club

Spinning Wheel Club (James Ave., no phone) is a local hangout where men gather any time of day for dominoes. There is no bar; it's basically just a hangout spot where you may be able to get in on a game.

Strawberries Night Club

Strawberries Night Club (James Ave., no phone) is another earthy Jamaican club where blasting music competes with Roof Club across the street.

Nicky's Bar & Games

Nicky's Bar & Games (Old Buckfield Rd., sign says Swingers on the outside) offers cards and dominoes, and domestic beers and rums at local prices (US$1–5.50).

Priory Beach

Priory Beach, a bit farther west, holds a popular dance party on Sunday evenings that last until about 2 a.m. on a good night.

Festivals and Events

Jamaica can be a tough place when it comes to continuity, and some of the more obscure annual events wane with the passing of years, while others regroup and come back stronger than ever. St. Mary hosts a few notable music festivals that are not to be missed should they coincide with a sojourn in the area.

Follow di Arrow

Follow di Arrow is an annual dancehall stage show held at James Bond Beach on the last Saturday in February.

St. Mary Mi Come From

St. Mary Mi Come From is held at James Bond Beach on the first Saturday in August and hosted by conscious reggae icon Capleton, born a short distance away from the venue in Islington. The event showcases some of Jamaica's most popular dancehall artists, many of them inspired Rastas like the fire man himself.

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival (www.ochoriosjazz.com, US tel. 323/857-5358 or 866/649-2137) is held at various venues, from Kingston to Ocho Rios to Port Antonio over the course of seven days, starting around the second week in June. The festival features a few dozen local and international jazz acts.

Other Events

Luau is an annual dance session held at Reggae Beach, also around Easter. Beach J'ouvert, part of the carnival season's festivities, is held at James Bond Beach in Oracabessa in early April, where revelers whine out to soca and throw paint on each other, with after-parties spilling into Ocho Rios.

Farther inland in St. Ann parish, the Marley family hosts an annual concert on the weekend before or after Bob's February 6 birthday, and nearby the Claremont Kite Festival is held on Easter weekend a few months later in a big field, with a stage show in the evening.

Seville Heritage Park hosts a number of excellent events throughout the year, including a Kite Festival on Easter Monday and, the main event of the year, the Emancipation Jubilee held on July 31.

Once a popular annual festival, Reggae Sunsplash has been on ice for several seasons after it was poorly executed and lost money in 2006. Keep your ear to the ground for a potential comeback in the future.

Kampai

Kampai (baycrestlimited@gmail.com, admission US$50) is one of the best all-inclusive parties held in Ocho Rios over the Easter Weekend put on by BayCrest, a promotions company led by Andrew-David Campbell and Dominic Azan. Held at Enchanted Gardens, or a similar exotic venue, on Easter Sunday, the party features an assortment of food from ribs and beef to pasta and seafood, catered by many of the best Kingston- and Ochi-based restaurants. Bars are plentiful, with sponsoring beverage companies doing their best to impress with creative concoctions, and top-class selectors spinning a mix of soca, dancehall, reggae and hip-hop.

Daydreams

Daydreams (Wright Image Entertainment, US$30) is another popular all-inclusive party, a bit less upscale than Kampai, held on Easter Sunday at an open air venue like the beach at Drax Hall.

Neville Dread International Boutique

Neville Dread International Boutique (Shop #4, Chuck's Plaza, 78 Main St., cell tel. 876/403-2875) sells mix tapes, Rasta-inspired apparel, dress shirts, Rasta-colored tam hats, and name-brand gentlemen's dress shoes, socks, and boxer shorts. The shop is a long-standing institution; it was established in 1980 by proprietor Neville George Ellis.

Ahead of Time

Ahead of Time (77 Main St., tel. 876/974-2358) sells Indonesian furnishings and trinkets like carved chests, moon mirrors, handbags, and ceramics and is worth a visit.

David Simpson's Fine Art Gallery

David Simpson's Fine Art Gallery (11 Old Buckfield Rd., tel. 876/840-1152) sells canvas wood carvings and ceramics. Viewing by appointment only at Simpson's home.

Jewels in Paradise

For the best deals on Jewelry, try Jewels in Paradise (tel. 876/974-6929, avi@jewelsinparadise.com, www.jewelsinparadise.com, Mon.–Sat 9 a.m.–5 a.m.) owned by the affable Avi Doshi who will give you the best deals around on brands like Audemars Piguet, Jaeger le Coultre, Corum, and IWC, duty free. Margaritaville shares the complex with several duty-free, but nonetheless overpriced, jewelry and gift shops. Reggae Xplosion and the Blue Mountain Cafe are also located here and accept dollars exclusively. Nevertheless, it's a decent place to get some real Blue Mountain coffee. Shade Shack (shop #K-4, tel. 876/675-8965) is one of the best places in Ochi to get brand-name sunglasses; it's staffed by owner Jackie Dodson.

Poco Loco Gifts & Souvenirs

Poco Loco Gifts & Souvenirs (4-A Taj Mahal Shopping Centre, tel. 876/974-3429) and Coco-Joe's (12 Burger King Plaza) sell authentic CY Clothing gear, in addition to other brands of T-shirts, clothes, and accessories.

Countless smaller shopping centers vie for the cruise ship dollars farther into the heart of Ochi, most notably in the Taj Mahal complex behind Hard Rock Café. The crafts market on Main Street across from Scotia Bank is definitely worth a visit. There's also another crafts center at Pineapple Place, and a third in Coconut Grove at the eastern junction of Main Street and the Ocho Rios Bypass, across from Royal Plantation, where the best deals can be found.

For clothes and shoes, there are several stores in the downtown area; haute couture will not be featured anywhere. Deals, in Soni's Plaza, is the best place for tight-fitting clothes for clubbing in Jamaican style.

Classic Footwear

Classic Footwear (20 Main St., tel. 876/974-4815) has shoes for both men and women.

The Shoe Works

The Shoe Works (Shop #6, Ocean Village Plaza, tel. 876/974-5415, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon.–Sat.) has the best service in town for fairly priced name-brand footwear.

Scent of Incense & Things

Scent of Incense & Things (79 Main St., tel. 876/795-0047), run by Janet Gallimore, is a nice shop selling incense, oils, herbs, spiritual products, and a variety of small gift items.

Sandals Golf and Country Club

Sandals Golf and Country Club (tel. 876/975-0119, www.sandals.com, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. daily, US$100 green fees, US$45 for locals) is a Golf Digest 3.5-star-rated course in the hills above Ochi. The course is compact and very walkable, but carts are also available (US$40). Clubs are also rented (US$30 Wilson/US$45 Calloway), and players are obliged to use a caddy (US$17, plus minimum tip of US$10/person).

A patio restaurant and bar serves burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches (US$7). The driving range offers baskets of 40 balls for US$4. Sandals guests don't pay greens fees, and special rates apply for guests of several other area accommodations.

Water Sports

From the Marina at Fisherman's Point there are several outfits that offer sailing, snorkeling, and water sports.

Margarita

Margarita (contact Paul Dadd, cell tel. 876/381-4357, pdadd@cwjamaica.com) is a 12-meter sloop that can be rented for sailboat charters ranging from day sails to multiple-night trips around the island or to neighboring islands. The boat is chartered with a captain and can accommodate up to 15 people for day sails (US$50/person or US$400 for half day, US$800 full day). For overnight charters (US$1,000/day), the boat can sleep eight passengers.

Fantasea Divers

Fantasea Divers (contact Paul Dadd, cell tel. 876/381-4357, pdadd@cwjamaica.com) caters to hotel and especially villa guests along the North Coast. PADI instructors offer lessons and certification. Certifications range from bubble watching for children (US$65) in the swimming pool to PADI dive master (US$680) to assistant instructor certification (US$1,000).

Resort Divers

Resort Divers (Salem Beach, contact Laura or Everett Heron, tel. 876/973-6131 or cell tel. 876/881-5760, heron@resortdivers.com, www.resortdivers.com) is a five-star PADI dive facility, opened in 2007. Resort Divers also operates out of Royal Decameron in Runaway Bay, offering snorkeling, glass-bottom-boat tours, banana boat rides, water skiing, drop-line and deep sea fishing, and parasailing, in addition to its core dive services. Runaway Bay dive highlights include canyons, crevices, and flats, with popular sites being Ricky's Reef, Pocket's Reef, a Spanish Anchor, and wreckages like Reggae Queen, a 100-foot freighter, two airplanes, and a Mercedes Benz car.

From its base in Runaway Bay, Resort Divers will coordinate traditional drop-line fishing excursions with local fishermen. Resort Divers also operates Sharkies Seafood Restaurant at Salem Beach. Resort Divers has been in operation since 1986 with a five-star PADI rating since 1992. Call or visit the website for pricing specific to each activity.

Five Star Watersports

Five Star Watersports (Shop #14, Santa Maria Plaza, 121 Main St., tel. 876/974-2446, toll-free from Jamaica from JA 888/386-7245, toll-free from U.S. and Canada 877/316-6257, redstripecruises@cwjamaica.com or sales@fivestarwatersports.com, www.fivestarwatersports.com) operates three catamarans and a trimaran named some rendition of Cool Runnings. Cruises operate Monday–Saturday to Dunn's River Falls (US$72 plus transfer, 12:30–4 p.m.) and include an open bar, snorkeling gear, and the entrance fee to the falls. A Taste of Jamaica evening cruise (US $59/person, 5–8 p.m. Fridays only) offers an open bar and Jamaican food like jerk pork, chicken, steak, rice and peas, festival, and bammy. Other cruises offered are the Wet and Wild clothing-optional cruise (US$59, 2:30–5 p.m. Thurs., min. 15 persons). The boats depart and return to Mahogany Beach. Drinks at the open bar include Red Stripe, rum punch, rum and Coke, fruit punch, Pepsi, and water.

Blue Mountain Bicycle Tours

Blue Mountain Bicycle Tours (121 Main St., tel. 876/974-7075, info@bmtoursja.com, www.bmtoursja.com, US$93 from Ocho Rios area) runs a popular downhill biking tour which has been somewhat truncated over the past few years due to landslides that blocked the upper reaches of the route. The tour takes passengers to Cascade, above Buff Bay in the Blue Mountains, from where bikers descend for about an hour, have lunch, then descend for another hour to the Fish Dunn waterfall above Charles Town. Brunch is included at a restaurant along with orientation in Spring Hill before starting the ride. The entire excursion lasts 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Rowboat excursions

Rowboat excursions (US$10/person) to spot the manatees and snorkel in the surreal crystal blue waters are offered from the ranger station, a few kilometers south of Milk River. The rangers at the station also offer hikes to remote Taino Caves (rates negotiable). Turtles and alligators also share the waters; swimmers are advised to keep their eyes peeled.

Guts River

Guts River is located about five kilometers west of the Canoe Valley Protected Area, or 16 km east along the coast into Manchester from Alligator Pond, the Guts River creates a small pool as it emerges from the rocks with cool, crystal-clear waters said to have medicinal qualities. The deserted beach nearby is great for a stroll. Getting to Guts River requires chartering a taxi if you don't have your own vehicle, or hiring a boat from Treasure Beach if that's where you're based.

Chukka Caribbean Adventures

Chukka Caribbean Adventures (tel. 876/972-2506, ochorios@chukkacaribbean.com, www.chukkacaribbean.com) offers a host of organized tours, from horseback riding to ATV tours, canopy tours with ziplines through the forest, tubing and kayaking on the White River, the Irie Bus Ride to Nine Mile, and Stingray City at James Bond Beach. This is one of the island's most successful operations; it sees almost as many cruise ship passengers as Dunn's River. Chukka Cove, 15 minutes west of Ocho Rios, is the original flagship base for Chukka Caribbean Adventures, which now has operations all over the Caribbean basin.

H'Evans Scent

H'Evans Scent (Free Hill, cell tel. 876/847-5592 or 876/427-4866, info@hevansscent.com, www.mrmotivator.com, www.hevansscent.com, www.paintsplatjm.com, US$85/person) is an ecotourism outfit run by Derrick Evans, a.k.a. Mr. Motivator, offering ziplines, paintball, ATV tours, nature tours, and an experience where visitors get to mingle with locals 610 meters up in the hills of St. Ann. To get to H'Evans Scent, turn inland along the Bamboo Road in Priory for seven kilometers up the hill. The operation offers transportation from nearby accommodations in Ocho Rios, Runaway Bay, and Discovery Bay.

Strawberry Fields Adventure Tours

Strawberry Fields Adventure Tours (tel. 876/610-8658, cell tel. 876/999-7169 or 876/337-6127, kim@strawberryfieldstogether.com, www.strawberryfieldstogether.com) offers a variety of nature excursions based out of Strawberry Fields Together Beachfront Cottages in Robin's Bay, St. Mary. ATV tours (US$125 per person) last three hours, taking visitors through the bush to waterfalls; mountain biking tours lead to any number of places, among them a volcanic black sand beach (US$75), with guided hikes to the same black sand beach and Kwamen Falls (US$20). Snorkeling trips go to Long Reef (US$50), and Land Rover tours with Everton in one of his many rebuilt classic Rovers can also be arranged. Picnic lunches can be added to any of the tours for US$12 per person. Transportation can be arranged at an additional cost.

Lee's Elite Travel and Tours

Lee's Elite Travel and Tours (85 Main St., tel. 876/974-6234, cell tel. 876/487-6793, sales@leestours.com, www.leestours.com) is focused on airport transfers, accommodations bookings, and wedding planning, but Lee's also sells day cruise tours to Nine Mile, Dunn's River Falls, Dolphin Cove, H'Evans Scent, Hooves, and Green Grotto Caves. Lee's arranges transportation and entrance fees at discounted rates for families and groups and offers customized packages that include an airport transfer. Airport transfers to Kingston (US$140 for 1–4 people) and Montego Bay (US$80 per couple) are available. Leroy Villiers and Norma Lee-Villiers run the travel and tours operation.

Spas

The best spas in town are the Kiyara Ocean Spa at the Jamaica Inn (tel. 876/974-2514 or U.S. tel. 800/837-4608, reservations@jamaicainn.com, www.kiyaraspa.com) and the Red Lane Spa at Royal Plantation (tel. 876/974-5601 or U.S. tel. 305/284-1300, rpres@jm.royalplantation.com, www.royalplantation.com). In Tower Isle, Couples (tel. 876/975-4271, www.couples.com) opened a beautiful spa in 2008. All three spas are open to nonguests.

Veronica's Day Spa

Veronica's Day Spa (54–56 Main St. at the Village Hotel, tel. 876/795-3425) offers aromatherapy massages, reflexology, manicures, pedicures, and waxing.

Simanda Villa

Simanda Villa (1 Shaw Park Rd., tel. 876/974-0708, simi@cwjamaica.com) may just have the cheapest rooms in Ochi. The accommodations are basic with air-conditioning (US$25) or fan (US$20). Sun Flower Restaurant on the property serves local dishes like chicken with rice and peas (US$5).

Mahoe Villa Guest House

Mahoe Villa Guest House is a cozy and private guesthouse run by Michael Riley. There are seven basic rooms (US$40-60 depending on size) with either one double or two single beds, fan, TV, and shared bath; plus two slightly larger rooms (US$50) with private bath and private entrance; as well as a master suite (US$80) with standing fan, a component stereo, TV, a whirlpool bath, two walk-in closets, and a private balcony with sea view.

La Penciano Guest House

La Penciano Guest House (3 Short Lane, tel. 876/974-5472), run by Kenneth Thomas, is a relatively decent dive right in the center of town. The rooms are clean with fans, twin beds, TV, and hot water. The more expensive rooms (US$35) have private baths. Meals can be prepared to order. Longer stays can be negotiated. It should be noted La Penciano also gets its share of short-term guests.

Seville Manor Guest House

Seville Manor Guest House (84 Main St., tel. 876/795-2900) is a basic but comfortable guesthouse with queen-size beds in double-occupancy rooms (US$55), as well as triple rooms (US$64) that have a queen and a twin. Amenities include air-conditioning and hot water.

Marine View Hotel

Marine View Hotel (9 James Ave., tel. 876/974-5753) has rooms with either king-size or two double beds with air-conditioning and TV (US$65), one double with air-conditioning (US$45, with TV US$50), and one double bed with ceiling fan (US$35). There is a pool and restaurant at this ocean-view accommodation. Credit cards are accepted.

Little Shaw Park Guest House

Little Shaw Park Guest House (21 Shaw Park Rd., tel. 876/974-2177, littleshawpark@yahoo.com, www.littleshawparkguesthouse.com) is the only place in Ochi to offer camping (US$20) in addition to its 22 basic rooms (US$55 fan, US$65 a/c). Rooms range from standard with cable TV and private bath to studio apartments with kitchenette and living area. The property has been owned and managed since 1977 by Deborah and Trevor Mitchell, who have maintained a laid-back, quiet garden setting in spite of the development boom outside the compound walls. The furnishings inside the rooms have apparently changed little since the guesthouse was opened. There is one triple-occupancy room (US$75). The property is a 10-minute walk to the beach and town.

Pineapple Hotel

Pineapple Hotel (Pineapple Place, Main St., tel. 876/974-2727, fax 876/974-1706, US$60) has 18 basic rooms with hot water, air-conditioning, housekeeping, security, and pool access. Pineapple is one of the closest hotels to Mahogany Beach, a favorite local hangout.

Christianna

A small community near the highest reaches of Manchester Parish, Christiana is a quiet town with one main drag and a single guest house. The most popular attraction in town is Christiana Bottom, a gorge located within walking distance from the center of the small village. Gourie State Park (contact Trevor Anderson for guiding services, tel. 876/964-5088, cell tel. 876/771-4222 or 876/292-4631, trevormanderson@hotmail.com, US$20 per person) is a recreational area on government land managed by Jamaica's Forestry Department, located between Christiana and Colleyville, about two miles past Christiana. Immediately after passing Bryce United Church, take the first left turn and then the first right until reaching the unmanned Forestry Department station and picnic area. Gourie Cave, the highlight of the park, is not actually inside the park but rather about a quarter mile down the hill to the left of the park entrance. By the cave entrance there's a picnic and camping area with a hut and tables and benches. There is one main trail through the park that leads to the community of Ticky Ticky, with excellent views along the way of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Spur Tree Hill, and the historic Bethany Moravian Church.

Gourie Cave was a hideout for runaway slaves. The cave follows the channels of an underground river about three to four feet deep, depending on how much rain has fallen. If you go north from the entrance and upstream against the current, you end up on the other side of Colleyville Mountain. A different route leads downstream along the underground river, deep into the earth where there are several caverns along the way. If you're going to be exploring in the cave, you should monitor the weather and be aware of any fronts on the horizon. It's not wise to venture into the cave alone. Contact Trevor Anderson for his guide services.

In Christiana Bottom, there's a Blue Hole fed from underground streams with two waterfalls dumping into the pool. There's another waterfall at William Hole farther downstream. To get to Christiana Bottom coming from Mandeville, turn right immediately after the NCB bank on Moravia Road, then take the first left around a blind corner, and then the first right, which leads to Christiana Bottom. Continue past the first left that leads to Tyme Town and park at the entrance to the second left, a wide path that leads down to the river. Ask for Mr. Jones for a guided tour (US$20) of Blue Hole and William Hole and his farm, where he grows ginger, yam, potato, pineapple, bananas, and sugarcane.

Pickapeppa Factory

The Pickapeppa Factory (at base of Shooter's Hill beside Windalco plant, call in advance to arrange a visit, tel. 876/603-3441, fax 876/603-3440, pickapeppa@cwjamaica.com, www.pickapeppajamaica.com, US$3 adults, US$1.50 children) offers a half-hour educational tour (8:30 a.m.\3:30 p.m Mon.\Thurs.) led by Diana Tomlinson or Noel Miller, which covers the company's founding in 1921 and the process involved in the manufacture of its world-famous sauces. The factory is closed for the first two weeks in August and between Christmas and New Year's, but at any other time of year a sampling of the Pickapeppa sauces is included in the tour. The sauces are made with all-natural ingredients, and include mango chutney, jerk seasoning, and mango sauces in hot, spicy, and gingery varieties. The only preservative agents used in Pickapeppa sauces are vinegar and pepper.

Scott's Pass

Scott's Pass (between Toll Gate and Porus) is the headquarters for the Nyabinghi house of Rastafari in Jamaica, with the House of Elders based there. The land was bought by Bob Marley and given to the Binghi for that specific purpose. The community members are for the most part welcoming of visitors, but you may get some evil eyes if you fail to recognize their customs for the Binghi celebrations: women must wear skirts or dresses (no pants) and cover their heads, while men must not cover their heads. To arrange a visit or learn about the birthday celebrations or other Nyabinghi events around the island contact the Rasta in Charge, Paul Reid, known as Iyatolah (cell tel. 876/850-3469) or Charlena McKenzie, known as Daughter Dunan (cell tel. 876/843-3227). Arts and crafts are sold throughout the year at Scott's Pass.

Roy "Ras Carver" Bent

Roy "Ras Carver" Bent (cell tel. 876/866-7745, rascarver@yahoo.com) is a Nyabinghi elder and master drum maker associated with the Scott's Pass order of Rastafari who lives in nearby May Pen. Ras Carver fashions, tunes, repairs, and sells the full line of drums used at Nyabinghi ceremonies.

Other important Binghi celebrations throughout the year include Ethiopian Christmas (January 7), one during Black History Month (a couple of days in February), commemoration of His Majesty's 1966 visit to Jamaica (April 21), All African Liberation Day (May 25), Marcus Garvey's birthday (three nights around August 19), Ethiopian New Year's (3\7 days starting September 11) and Haile Selassie's coronoation (November 2).

To get to Scott's Pass, take the first left heading west of the train line in Clarendon Park where the Juici Patties plant is located. Look out for a small bridge crossing the Milk River before reaching Porus.

Villa Bella

Villa Bella (tel. 876/964-2243, villabella@cwjamaica.com, www.jamaica-southcoast.com/villabella US$65-80) is billed as "Jamaica's original country inn." Located in a cool setting at 914 meters above sea level, you won't find a more comfortably temperate climate on the island. The hotel has a lot of old-world charm in a gorgeous setting. Its allure as an accommodation is somewhat lessened by the tired state of its rooms. Owner Sherryl White-McDowell has initiated efforts to refurbish the property, which will be ongoing. The restaurant serves Jamaican dishes like ackee and saltfish, roast and jerk chicken, and steamed fish (US$6\12).

Clarendon

The second most-populous parish, Clarendon is a major agricultural region with a lively market (Mon.\Sat.) by the square (or triangle) in its capital, May Pen. The parish, like all others in Jamaica, was originally settled by the Tainos, who were later pushed out by Spaniards who favored the area for cattle farming on their hatos or haciendas. Cotton and indigo became important crops during the early British period, before sugar took over later into the British colonial period. The parish developed as British troops settled on land granted to them as rewards for service by Charles II in the 17th century. Cudjoe, the Maroon leader, is said to have been the son of a slave on Sutton Plantation in Clarendon, the site of Jamaica's slave rebellion of 1690. Following emancipation, large numbers of Indian indentured laborers were brought in, forming the basis of a distinct cultural enclave that still exists today.

Visitors to May Pen will find virtually no tourism infrastructure, as the parish has little developed coastline and scarce attractions to excite the imagination of the short-term visitor. The undeveloped coastline can, on the other hand, be an attraction in and of itself, for the adventurous, and it is known to be dotted with caves in the vicinity of Portland Point. The brush-filled landscape in this same area is a favorite place for hunters to shoot birds in season for about five weeks starting in mid-August. The protected areas along the coast are the last place in Jamaica you have a good chance of seeing a manatee--native to the country's waters but severely endangered. The famous bathhouse in the parish, Milk River, warrants a visit if you're an old-school spa buff; if you're into hanging with the locals and taking a dip, try Salt River, where a spring wells up from the earth and sound systems blast music to bathers' delight.

May Pen

Jamaica's second-largest inland town after Spanish Town, May Pen is strictly Jamaican--receiving few foreign visitors compared with other major population centers on the island.

May Pen is the parish capital, with several heritage sites in its vicinity, including Halse Hall Great House, and the birthplace of acclaimed writer and poet Claude McKay, who went on to contribute to the Harlem Renaissance movement after moving to the United States.

May Pen was established on the banks of the Rio Minho and grew thanks to the river, which hampered travelers who took rest in the inns that were established on its banks. In the 1880s a railway station was built, further fueling the town's growth. Clarendon has a disproportionately large population of East Indian descent and is the location for Hosay, a traditional Indian festival that has been Jamaicanized.

The town gets its name from the Reverend William May, who owned the estate that predates the settlement. May served as rector in Kingston, and his son went on to become custos of Clarendon and Vere. The second important annual event held in May Pen is the Denbeigh Agricultural Show, which is a fantastic display of the region's farming prowess.

Halse Hall Great House

Halse Hall Great House (halsehallgreathouse@hotmail.com, http://halsehall.tripod.com) has been owned since 1969 by aluminum mining giant Alcoa. The property was named Hato de Buena Vista (Ranch with a Nice View) by the Spaniards who laid the foundation on which the present structure stands. Major Thomas Halse arrived with the British forces in 1655 and was given the property as a land grant following the British takeover. Halse built the present structure in the fortified style of the time to defend against potential reprisals from the Spanish and their Maroon allies. A second story was added by his heirs in the 1740s. Perhaps the most distinguished owner of the property was Thomas Henry de la Beche, an English geologist who founded the geological survey of Great Britain Royal School of Mines and Mining Record Office and wrote Remarks on the Geology of Jamaica. Ownership passed from the hands of the family in the 1830s to settle debt. Visitors are welcome to pass through to tour the house and grounds with prior notice and approval. Call Vanecia Harris tel. 876/986-2561, extension 4210, to request a visit.

Sweet and Juicy

Sweet and Juicy (Swanzey district at the end of Bustamante Highway, contact Jamie Levy tel. 876/359-6158, 7 a.m.\9 p.m daily, US$3\4.50) serves staples like fried and curried chicken, and curry goat.

Murray's Fish and Jerk Hut

Murray's Fish and Jerk Hut (Toll Gate, tel. 876/987-1111 or 876/987-1684, 8 a.m.\10 p.m daily, US$5\10) is a roadside hut serving roast tilapia caught on the Murray family farm, as well as jerk chicken and pork.

Daily Delicious Restaurant & Sports Bar

Daily Delicious Restaurant & Sports Bar (28 Main St., next door to Island Grill, a Jamaican fast-food joint, tel. 876/986-9842, 8 a.m.\9:30 p.m Mon.\Sat., weekends till 11 p.m, US$2.50\6) serves cow foot, cow head, oxtail, fish, pork, curry goat, and baked, stew, curry, and fried chicken.

Juici Patties

Juici Patties (tel. 876/904-2618) has its factory and an adjacent outlet and drive-through in Clarendon Park.

Versalles Hotel

Versalles Hotel (42 Longbridge Ave., tel. 876/986-2775) is reached by taking the second left from Mineral Lights Roundabouts. Suites with air-conditioning and hot water, cable TV, and king-size bed or two double beds run US$56.

Bridge Palm Hotel

Bridge Palm Hotel (Toll Gate, tel. 876/987-1052, cell tel. 876/819-4332, U.S. tel. 905/963-3251, bridgepalmhotel@yahoo.com, www.bridgepalm.com, US$50\67) has rooms with mini refrigerator, air-conditioning, and ceiling fans. Some rooms have balconies and overlook the swimming pool.

Fyah Side Jerk

Fyah Side Jerk (Toll Gate, 10 a.m.-midnight Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m Sun.) serves jerk roadside just past the Bridge Palm Hotel. It's a buzzing local hangout and has grown its clientelle steadily with consistent food and ambiance that mixes loud dancehall, good food, bar and gaming machines.

Banking

NCB (876/986-2343) has a branch and ATM located at 41 Main Street, with a Scotiabank (tel. 876/986-2212) branch at 36 Main Street.

Clarendon Parish Library

Clarendon Parish Library (Main St., tel. 876/902-6294 claparlib@cwjamaica.com) offers DSL Internet access (US$1.50/hour).

South of May Pen

The area south of May Pen is the prime agricultural land celebrated in the Denbeigh Agricultural Show each year. The area is dominated by cane production at the Moneymusk Sugar Estate. Few visitors to Jamaica make it to this remote side of Clarendon, and the few who do typically visit the somewhat run-down Milk River Baths. More interesting is the coastal region of Portland, where the Portland Lighthouse stands on the farthest point south on the island, which juts out into the sea. You will need to charter or rent a vehicle to properly explore this remote area.

Jackson Bay

Jackson Bay has some of Jamaica's deepest coastal caves, where legend has it the pirate Morgan stashed booty. The little-explored coastline around Jackson Bay is dotted with such caves, while the beach is a popular spot with locals on weekends and holidays. A four-wheel-drive vehicle is very helpful for heavy exploring along this stretch of coast.

Salt River

Salt River, 10 minutes east of Lionel Town near the coast, has a public mineral spring that is a favorite cooling off spot among locals. Dances are held on weekends for what they call Early Sundays. Seldom visited by tourists, the upkeep is substandard as the locals don't seem to mind the rubbish that litters the grounds, including deceased refrigerators parked at the water's edge and large tires parked beneath the crystalline waters. Nevertheless, it's a great spot to soak up the local scene and eat some fried fish and festival. To get to Salt River, take the left turn before reaching Lionel Town heading south following the sign for Milk River Resort (closed), or take the first left after going through the clocktower square in Old Harbour heading west and continue for about 10 km beyone Longville Park Farm.

Salt River

Salt River, 10 minutes east of Lionel Town near the coast, has a public mineral spring that is a favorite cooling off spot among locals. Dances are held on weekends for what they call Early Sundays. Seldom visited by tourists, the upkeep is substandard as the locals don't seem to mind the rubbish that litters the grounds, including deceased refrigerators parked at the water's edge and large tires parked beneath the crystalline waters. Nevertheless, it's a great spot to soak up the local scene and eat some fried fish and festival. To get to Salt River, take the left turn before reaching Lionel Town heading south following the sign for Milk River Resort (closed), or take the first left after going through the clocktower square in Old Harbour heading west and continue for about 10 km beyone Longville Park Farm.

Salt River

Salt River, 10 minutes east of Lionel Town near the coast, has a public mineral spring that is a favorite cooling off spot among locals. Dances are held on weekends for what they call Early Sundays. Seldom visited by tourists, the upkeep is substandard as the locals don't seem to mind the rubbish that litters the grounds, including deceased refrigerators parked at the water's edge and large tires parked beneath the crystalline waters. Nevertheless, it's a great spot to soak up the local scene and eat some fried fish and festival. To get to Salt River, take the left turn before reaching Lionel Town heading south following the sign for Milk River Resort (closed), or take the first left after going through the clocktower square in Old Harbour heading west and continue for about 10 km beyone Longville Park Farm.

Salt River

Salt River, 10 minutes east of Lionel Town near the coast, has a public mineral spring that is a favorite cooling off spot among locals. Dances are held on weekends for what they call Early Sundays. Seldom visited by tourists, the upkeep is substandard as the locals don't seem to mind the rubbish that litters the grounds, including deceased refrigerators parked at the water's edge and large tires parked beneath the crystalline waters. Nevertheless, it's a great spot to soak up the local scene and eat some fried fish and festival. To get to Salt River, take the left turn before reaching Lionel Town heading south following the sign for Milk River Resort (closed), or take the first left after going through the clocktower square in Old Harbour heading west and continue for about 10 km beyone Longville Park Farm.

Salt River

Salt River, 10 minutes east of Lionel Town near the coast, has a public mineral spring that is a favorite cooling off spot among locals. Dances are held on weekends for what they call Early Sundays. Seldom visited by tourists, the upkeep is substandard as the locals don't seem to mind the rubbish that litters the grounds, including deceased refrigerators parked at the water's edge and large tires parked beneath the crystalline waters. Nevertheless, it's a great spot to soak up the local scene and eat some fried fish and festival. To get to Salt River, take the left turn before reaching Lionel Town heading south following the sign for Milk River Resort (closed), or take the first left after going through the clocktower square in Old Harbour heading west and continue for about 10 km beyone Longville Park Farm.

St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church is one of the oldest churches in Jamaica. It was founded in 1671 as the parish church of the former parish of Vere. The present building was erected around 1715 on the foundation of the original. The church bell weighs a quarter ton and was commissioned by the same company that created Big Ben, London's most distinguishing landmark.

Moneymusk Sugar Estate

The original Moneymusk Sugar Estate windmill in nearby Amity Hall is an interesting octagonal brick structure that now houses a branch of the parish library (tel. 876/986-3128, 11 a.m.\5 p.m Mon.\Fri.); Maxine Reid is the branch assistant. Internet service is offered (US$1.50/hour) on one terminal. The Moneymusk windmill was the only one in Jamaica to be constructed of brick, which raises the question of why the owners went through the trouble of importing such heavy materials from England when other estates were building the structures of locally quarried limestone.

Milk River Hotel and Spa

Milk River Hotel and Spa (tel. 876/902-4657, milkriverhotel@yahoo.com) has three types of rooms. There are rooms with two twin beds and either shared bath (US$110) or private bath (US$117), both of which include breakfast, dinner, and bath access. The third room category has either a king-size or queen-size bed with private bath (US$137) and breakfast, dinner, and bath access. These can also be rented with just bath access included (US$48 shared bath, US$55 private bath, US$75 private bath and queen-size bed). One suite has a king-size and a twin bed (triple occupancy, US$112 room and bath alone, US$206 with bath, breakfast, and dinner). Most rooms have air-conditioning and TV. Rooms without air-conditioning have standing fans.

The Milk River Baths

The Milk River Baths (7 a.m.\9 p.m daily, US$4 per 15 minutes for adults, US$2 children 10 and under), located at the hotel, are spring fed with lukewarm water. A bath can be enjoyed whether or not you're staying at the hotel. For curative purposes, a minimum of three baths is recommended, but it is not advisable to stay in the water for longer than an hour because the water is highly radioactive--more so even than the springs at Vichy in France. To get to Milk River, turn south at the roundabout in Toll Gate before reaching Clarendon Park, heading west from May Pen. Continue straight from Toll Gate without turning off until reaching the hotel on the right. Keep heading south in Rest, instead of turning east along the B12 toward Alligator Pond in St. Elizabeth.

Getting There and Around

Route taxis and buses serve May Pen from Kingston and Mandeville. May Pen is located at the western end of Highway 2000, one of Jamaica's best toll roads, making it a quick 45-minute drive from Kingston. From the taxi stand in the square in May Pen, route taxis for points south (like Milk River) leave sporadically as they fill up.

Planning Your Time

Unless your goal is to simply loaf on the beach, or you happen to be staying in a destination resort or villa that's too comfortable to leave, Ocho Rios is not a place to spend more than a few days if you're trying to see other parts of the island in a short period of time. It's the most practical base, however, for a number of key attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, Dolphin Cove, Nine Mile, Walkerswood, Seville Great House, White River Valley, Prospect Plantation, and the Rio Nuevo battle site. Oracabessa is only a half hour away, and there are a couple of good farm tours in that vicinity, in addition to James Bond Beach and Stingray City, which are popular attractions themselves.

Most of these sights are serviced by organized tours that generally consume the better part of a day. If you're driving yourself or have chartered a taxi, however, there's far more flexibility to fit in a string of activities in a day, and there's no reason you can't spend the morning horseback riding at Seville Heritage park and then stop by Dunn's River to cool off and climb the falls on the way back to Ochi. Most developed attractions have factored transportation into their formula, and while they certainly profit by it, it's often worth letting someone else do the driving given the potholed roads and the lack of clear signage. Car rentals in Jamaica are typically very expensive, as is fuel.

Several annual events make a stay in Ocho Rios all the more worthwhile. During Easter, Jamaica's carnival season is in full force with events east and west of Ocho Rios along the coast.

History

St. Ann figures strongly in Jamaica's early colonial history. Italian explorer Christopher Columbus landed on the shore near Discovery Bay in 1492 while under contract from the Spanish Crown to find a shorter passage to the Far East. Within a few years, the Spanish began to inhabit the island as they systematically wiped out the native Taino population, establishing their capital at Sevilla la Nueva, or New Seville, just west of St. Ann's Bay. Later, after the British seized the island in a carefully executed attack on Santiago de la Vega, or what's now known as Spanish Town, most of the Spaniards who were determined to stay in Jamaica fled to the North Coast, where they regrouped and continued to carry out guerrilla reprisal attacks on the British with the help of Maroon loyalists. But the British had exploited a disorganization that had its roots in a lack of commitment on the part of the Spanish to develop the island as it had done in many other colonies, a neglect many scholars attribute to the absence of gold in Jamaica. The decisive battle that ended any lingering doubt about the fate of Jamaica occurred at the mouth of the Rio Nuevo, just east of present day Ocho Rios. The town was later at the center of Jamaica's slave economy and sugar boom, with vast plantations around the area. Later, Ocho Rios played an important role in the development of Jamaica's chief mineral export, bauxite, and remains an import shipment point today. When tourism grew to overtake bauxite as the country's chief earner of foreign currency, Ocho Rios was again at the center of this transformation, building the cruise ship terminal to attract the massive flows of capital that continue to play a vital role in the local economy.

Fisherman's Beach

Fisherman's Beach (free), adjacent to Island Village, is one of the best spots around to get fresh seafood--at Tropical Vibes restaurant or the other fish shacks set up there. This is not a beach for swimming, but rather for chilling out with some food and a beer.

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Irie River

Irie River (US$15) is a beautiful garden park on the banks of the White River southeast of Ochi that makes a great morning or afternoon day trip for a dip or to enjoy a picnic. The gardens host occasional events. To get there, head east out of town, taking a right off the highway opposite the entrance to Jamaica Inn just past the Texaco gas station. Follow the White River inland until you reach a gate with stone pillars on either side on your left. Drive in past a few houses and down a slope to the parking area.

Local rate: JMD 700 adults, JMD 500 children 12 and under.
Catering is offered with two main course dishes, i.e. fish, chicken, salad and juice for JMD 1600 (entrée can be different – based on request)
If you want to bring food and cook yourself, add JMD 200 to the entrance for adults and children.

 

Reggae Beach

Reggae Beach (contact Kavona, cell tel. 876/473-7077, 8 a.m.–6 p.m., 9 a.m.–midnight on Fri.–Sun., admission US$9.50) is a picturesque stretch of sand on an unspoiled cove a few minutes' drive east of Ocho Rios. The beach hosts excellent annual events like Luau and Frenchman's Parties, and an occasional stage show. A bar and restaurant on the property serves a variety of seafood dishes, including lobster, shrimp, fried fish, and chicken (US$12–25).

Reggae Beach

Reggae Beach (contact Kavona, cell tel. 876/473-7077, 8 a.m.–6 p.m., 9 a.m.–midnight on Fri.–Sun., admission US$9.50) is a picturesque stretch of sand on an unspoiled cove a few minutes' drive east of Ocho Rios. The beach hosts excellent annual events like Luau and Frenchman's Parties, and an occasional stage show. A bar and restaurant on the property serves a variety of seafood dishes, including lobster, shrimp, fried fish, and chicken (US$12–25).

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Laughing Waters

Laughing Waters is among the most stunning beaches in Jamaica for the gurgling falls spiling onto its fine, golden sand. The beach was made famous in the first James Bond film, Dr. No, where Ursula Andress emerges from the sea singing and echants 007, played by a young Sean Connery. Located just east of Dunn's River Falls around the bend from Pearly Beach, the property is managed by the St. Ann Development Corporation (SADCo) and its parent the Urban Development Corporation (UDC), a government body that owns and operates some of the island's most lucrative toursim attractions, including Dunn's River Falls, in addition to many others that see few visitors, and many more still unrelated to tourism. A protocol residence reserved for state use faces the beach. The beach can be rented by the day to groups of up to 100 (USD 2,000), 150 (USD 2,500), 200 (USD 3,000), 250, or more guests (250+/USD 3,500+), with a USD 500 refundable deposit required. Guests pay 50% plus the security deposit to confirm dates. Balances are due 90 days prior to a confirmed booking. 

Blue Hole on the White River

Blue Hole on the White River features a series of waterfalls and natural pools found along the White River in an area known locally as Breadfruit Walk. Once relatively unvisited by tourists, this section of the river has become a hot spot, and locals who keep the banks clean and guide visitors to the different pools suitable for swimming ask for a US$10 per person contribution.

To get to the White River, turn right at the first stoplight you reach heading east out of Ocho Rios along the A3 just after the second gas station. Follow the road for four kilometers and turning left at the intersection in the second community of Lodge, and then make a right along the rough dirt road adjacent to a JPS pump station. Park and cross the footbridge, continuing along the trail up the hill. The first large pool is found on the left with several other pools, some of them suitable for jumping into from considerable heights as you continue upstream.

Blue Hole on the White River

Blue Hole on the White River features a series of waterfalls and natural pools found along the White River in an area known locally as Breadfruit Walk. Once relatively unvisited by tourists, this section of the river has become a hot spot, and locals who keep the banks clean and guide visitors to the different pools suitable for swimming ask for a US$10 per person contribution.

To get to the White River, turn right at the first stoplight you reach heading east out of Ocho Rios along the A3 just after the second gas station. Follow the road for four kilometers and turning left at the intersection in the second community of Lodge, and then make a right along the rough dirt road adjacent to a JPS pump station. Park and cross the footbridge, continuing along the trail up the hill. The first large pool is found on the left with several other pools, some of them suitable for jumping into from considerable heights as you continue upstream.

River Parks & Gardens

Ocho Rios is known for its lush gardens, though some are far better maintained than others. One of the nicest free waterfalls in Ochi, known as Nature Falls, is frequented mostly by locals who come for picnics and to wash off their vehicles in the shade. The river and falls are located just off Shaw Park Road, along a dirt road that branches off the road to Perry Town just past the Y where it splits from Shaw Park Road.

Shaw Park Botanical Garden and Waterfalls

Shaw Park Botanical Garden and Waterfalls (DaCosta Dr., tel. 876/974-2723, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily, US$10) is a nice river garden full of ginger lilies and little cascades. There is a rear entrance accessible from Shaw Park Road when the front entrance is closed. This is a great shady and scenic place to get some natural air conditioning when it's hot. The back entrance to the park can be accessed from the end of Shaw Park Road where a little bridge leads from a parking lot by some abandoned apartment buildings into the park.

Turtle River Park

Turtle River Park (7am-8pm Mon.-Fri., 8am-9pm Sat.-Sun., free) is located near the center of town at the junction of Milford Road, Main Street, and DaCosta Drive. A pedestrian entrance is accessible from Main Street across from Sandcastles. Ponds in the park have koi, butterfly koi, tilapia and turtles. There's a playground with a swing set for the kids and gazebos aplenty. Within easy walking distance from downtown Ochi, Turtle River Park is a pleasant spot for a stroll, to sit and read a book or to carry your picnic.

Turtle River Park

Turtle River Park (7am-8pm Mon.-Fri., 8am-9pm Sat.-Sun., free) is located near the center of town at the junction of Milford Road, Main Street, and DaCosta Drive. A pedestrian entrance is accessible from Main Street across from Sandcastles. Ponds in the park have koi, butterfly koi, tilapia and turtles. There's a playground with a swing set for the kids and gazebos aplenty. Within easy walking distance from downtown Ochi, Turtle River Park is a pleasant spot for a stroll, to sit and read a book or to carry your picnic.

Turtle River Park

Turtle River Park (7am-8pm Mon.-Fri., 8am-9pm Sat.-Sun., free) is located near the center of town at the junction of Milford Road, Main Street, and DaCosta Drive. A pedestrian entrance is accessible from Main Street across from Sandcastles. Ponds in the park have koi, butterfly koi, tilapia and turtles. There's a playground with a swing set for the kids and gazebos aplenty. Within easy walking distance from downtown Ochi, Turtle River Park is a pleasant spot for a stroll, to sit and read a book or to carry your picnic.

Fern Gully

Fern Gully is a former underground riverbed that was planted with ferns in the 1880s and later paved over to create the main highway (A1) between Spanish Town and the North Coast. Arts-and-crafts stands line a few of the less precarious curves along the steep, lush, and shady road.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls

Konoko Falls (8am-5pm daily, admission US$20 adults, US$10 children 12 and under) is a riverine botanical garden on the Milford River, which flows through the park before descending through town and out the storm gulley next to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande. Konoko was once a banana stand on Shaw Park Estate before the gardens and waterfalls were developed as an attraction in the early 1990s. Previously known as Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls, the attraction was rebranded Konoko in December 2015 under the incoming management of Guardsman Hospitality, which brought endemic and exotic wildlife from the Hope Zoo in Kingston, managed by the same group.

Visitors can see native yellow-billed and black-billed parrots, iguanas, parrots and snakes as well as a pair of American crocodiles, turtle and two couple macaw, among a host of other endemic and exotic birds. Visitors can climb the waterfalls, where unobtrusive guides are on hand to help if needed. Tipping is at. A few small pools have enough space for several persons to be fully submerged and splash around. A Romanesque pavilion next to a bar and restaurant above the falls is used for events and weddings. A small museum features a history of the Taino, Jamaica’s earliest inhabitants, and a display covering the local watershed. Ysassi’s Lookout Point, named after the last Spanish governor of Jamaica, has a view over Ocho Rios and the bay. The entire park can be traversed in about 15 minutes.

To get to Konoko, turn right opposite the Anglican church heading south toward Fern Gully on Milford Road (the A3) keeping right at the Y immediately thereafter following the signs. The park entrance will be on your left. A taxi from the center of Ocho Rios shouldn’t cost more than US$10 for the 10-minute ride.

Konoko Falls