High End Hotel Accommodation in Jamaica

Jamaica is an amazingly diverse island paradise which makes it a perfect tourist destination for people on all budgets, and there are many luxury hotels and resorts in Jamaica to cater to those on the high end of the tourist spectrum.

The Half Moon Rose Hall in Montego Bay is one such high end hotel. This paradise-like resort is designed to help you feel as if you are a half moon away from the outside world. This is a premier resort which has attracted tourists for more than 50 years. It has approximately 400 acres of lovely beaches in it’s grounds and you can visit the dolphin lagoon which is exclusively for the Half Moon’s guests. The hotel also boasts a world class spa and fitness centre, 4 squash courts, 51 swimming pools and also a golf course.

Another higher priced hotel in Montego Bay is the Ritz Carlton Rose Hall sprawls over 5,000 acres in Jamaica’s exclusive Rose Hall. This hotel offers the seclusion of a beachfront hideaway, complete with an 18-hole championship golf course and spa. In addition to this, the hotel also offers a wide variety of water sports and leisure activities, five dining outlets and fitness centers. The Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort take luxury to an altogether different level and is the ultimate fantasy Jamaican vacation hotel.

Luxury isn’t just confined to Montego Bay however. For example, in another part of the island, Ocho Rios, you’ll find the Jamaica Inn. This hotel has consistently been ranked one of the top resort hotels and tourist destinations in the Caribbean. The Jamaica Inn is a small yet elegant timeless resort and each of its 47 rooms and suites suite has a private balustraded balcony overlooking the beautiful beaches. The Jamaica Inn will pamper you to the core as they take service to an extreme with a clean, thick beach towel awaiting you, no matter how many trips you make to the beach and beds always freshly made even after a short afternoon nap.

Although the reason for going to Jamaica is to sample what the island has to offer outdoors, you’ll find these hotels an inviting and luxurious retreat from sightseeing and sports at the end of the day.

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Jamaican Beauty at the Green Grotto Caves

One of the locations used in the James Bond movie, Live and Let Die, the Green Grotto Caves located just outside of Discovery Bay are of interest not only to Bond fans, but also to people who are interested in the history of Jamaica, and also those who have a passion for natural beauty. Be warned however, to see this attraction you will have to walk downwards on centuries old steps, so anyone with mobility issues should discuss their situation with the guide before starting down to the cave.

As you descend the steps down into the caves to marvel at the stalactites that hang somewhat precariously from the roof of the cave, take a look at the artwork. This was created by the pre-Columbia Arawaks. Over the centuries the caves have become a refuge for many different types of people, from the Spanish who used it as a place to hide from the British in the 17th Century to the slaves who managed to escape their owners in the 18th. More recently smugglers taking guns into Cuba have used the caves as a hideaway!

The main highlight in the limestone Green Grotto Caves however is the huge lake that’s some 36m below the surface. Once you get down the steps to this level, you’ll be able to get a closer look at the natural beauty of the cave by boat. Be sure to look up at the ceiling pockets, and to marvel at nature as you see both stalactites and stalagmites.

Although the tour of the caves only takes about an hour, it’s an hour well spent because of the amount of interests it spans, the stories that your guide will be able to tell you about its past, and the sheer beauty that is unlike anything else you’ll encounter on the island. It’s not a time-consuming attraction but it’s one you won’t forget.

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Golfing Vacation Trip to Jamaica

One of the most popular activities for vacations these days is golf, and just because you’re going to Jamaica doesn’t mean that you have to trade your clubs in for a diving suit. There are quite a number of good quality golf courses available for you to use during your holiday through the island. Here are just a few of them:

The most spectacular new golf course in Jamaica has to be the White Witch Golf Course situated in Montego Bay as part of the Ritz Carlton Rose Hall Resort. Here you’ll find top quality service with everything from caddies to golf equipment – and someone (the white witch herself) to blame for all the lost balls and over pars! This course isn’t for the beginner however, it’s more rugged than most, but if you’re looking for a challenge a round or two here will certainly make your vacation memorable.

Not too far from the White Witch Golf Course is the Three Palms Ocean Course which is part of the Wyndham Rose Hall resort. There are a few holes on this course that will make chipping your ball into a bunker or pond look like child’s play as they are so close to the ocean! On the other hand, it’s a small price to pay for a course that not only has breathtaking ocean views, but also ruins and a waterfall as part of its natural backdrop!

The Ocho Rios Sandals Golf & Country club has a nice course for those who are staying in that part of the island. Again, the round of golf is topped off with some stunning ocean views to take your mind of the missed shots!

Although Jamaica isn’t known for its championship level courses, the courses it does have cater for different levels of play from challenging down to beginner – ideal for families. If you aren’t staying at a hotel that has the kind of golfing amenities you’re looking for, ask if the hotel can organize it so that you can have permission to play at one that does – sometimes the hotels have “arrangements” with one another that allow this kind of interaction between establishments.

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Caribbean Jamaica Travel

A Caribbean Jamaica travel offers so much more than rum, sun and reggae. When it comes to diversity, few Caribbean islands can come neck to neck with this island country.

Jamaica’s motto is “Out of Many, One People” and this saying can very well apply to the very heart and essence of Jamaica. While good beaches and great food take up much of the day for the typical vacationer, a Caribbean Jamaica travel could also offer a lot of sightseeing, especially in Montego Bay (or just “MoBay” to locals), which is home to a large concentration of great hosues, formerly homes of the wealthy plantation owners whose kingdoms were powered by sugarcane.

So with Jamaica’s great diversity, here are the things you should know before you go on that dream Caribbean Jamaica travel:

Banks/Currency

Money is not much of a problem when you go on a Caribbean Jamaica travel. There are licensed cambios and bureaux de change in all resort areas. They are easily and readily accessible, so you don’t need to get Jamaican money before you get to the island. And if you’re worried that your resort doesn’t have a money exchange, banks in the area can exchange all currencies.

The official rate of exchange varies daily so if you want a rate that suits you, it’s not a bad idea to shop around first. In addition, many Jamaican ATMs accept international bank cards with Visa, Mastercard, Cirus, and Plus logos. Credit card advances? Banks give that too, as well as change traveler’s checks, and offer other financial services.

Climate

Like any typical Caribbean island, Jamaica has a tropical climate at sea level and a temperate climate towards the highlands of the interior. One popular Jamaican poem sums it all pretty accurately: “We have neither summer nor winter/Neither autumn nor spring….”

So when you go on a Caribbean Jamaica travel, bring clothes that are suited for tropical climate. Swim suits are a must if you’re crazy about water sports, but bring a jacket or a light sweater if you included hiking in your Caribbean Jamaica travel itinerary.

Communications

Being a popular Caribbean destination and all, Jamaica is well connected to the rest of the world. So when you go on a Caribbean Jamaica travel, expect direct international telephone service 24 hours a day. There are also telephone operators who will gladly facilitate collect, third party, or credit card calls, too.

Most hotels, resorts, and parish libraries offer Internet and email access, as well as fax, telegrams, and cables. There are three daily national newspapers and five weekend newspapers, and of course, other international editions of major newspapers and magazines, such as the New York Times, TIME, The Economist, and the London Times.

Driving

Do you prefer to take a 4WD-drive to your hotel destination? One thing you need to remember while driving on a Caribbean Jamaica travel is that driving in this island country is on the LEFT. Some flexibility is required to avoid collisions with pedestrians, cows, goats, chickens, and other domestic animals, but the roads aren’t too bad. And Jamaica has over 17,000 kilometers of road networks connecting all major towns and cities.

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Getting Around On Your Vacation In Jamaica

Shuttle buses are the best way of getting around. If you’re undecided between two or more hotels with similar features and prices, choose the one with the largest shuttle service! Public transportation in the form of buses is cheap and cheerful – but it may be too crowded and the driving a bit erratic for most tourists.

Your hotel should provide either an airport shuttle, or a shuttle to a scheduled airport shuttle drop off point. Once you get to your hotel, you will then need to find out how other tourists get to see the wonders that Jamaica has to offer. Hotels may, for instance, offer a scheduled bus service for certain tourist attractions. Some attractions/restaurants even offer a shuttle to collect you from your hotel (make sure they bring you back also!).

For some other areas, you may need to hire a cycle for a day. For others, you might prefer to hire car, or take a taxi – communal or private. Whether it’s a cycle or a car, it has to go on the road and so you need to be very aware of the other drivers who are using the road! You also need to be aware that looking at a map that shows an “A” road, doesn’t mean that it will be up to the standard of “A” roads back home – it does however mean that it will have less potholes than a “B” road.

If you hire a car, make sure that you point out any defects, scratches, possible dents before you leave the car hire company – otherwise you will find that you’re the one charged with the repair bill. Also check that all the interior fixings such as the cigarette lighter are there otherwise again, you will be charged for their replacement! Despite this, car hire in high season is popular so if you are going during the busy tourist season, you should consider hiring your car in advance by booking online – some international companies such as Avis, Hertz and Budget operate in various parts of Jamaica so contacting their local office or website should help you making your booking in Jamaica ready for your summer vacation.

If you’re feeling adventurous, there are other ways of getting around in Jamaica, such as sailing, or even on a jet ski! There are two things you need to remember about getting around on this beautiful island – one is that there are any number of ways of getting around, not all of them safe, and the second is that travel in Jamaica can be as much of an adventure as you want it to be!

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Couples Only Jamaica Vacations

If you’re a couple looking for the perfect holiday destination, Jamaica is a great choice. With miles and miles of beautiful beaches, romantic ambience and great food the real world may seem over half a world away.

Many of the hotels in Jamaica are classily designed to create a relaxing atmosphere for your vacation, and some of them are exclusive to couples only so you’ll find the emphasis is on romance rather than kids’ clubs and nightly singles specials!

At White Sands in Negril even the name suggests serenity and this is matched by the ambience of the hotel. Situated on one Negrils more secluded beach corners this hotel is located near to the city and yet offers good accommodation at affordable prices for those couples who prefer a quiet vacation. Couples can enjoy either spacious one bedroom apartments or deluxe rooms depending on their budget.

The Jamaica Inn, Ocho Rios has cottages set up on a bluff with stunning ocean views. With their tastefully decorated blend of Jamaican/Indonesian styles, the cottages are private but they are close to the main Inn building so that couples can use the amenities there if they desire. Honeymooners may be interested in the Blue Cottage which is part of the Jamaica Inn complex, but is a one-bedroom cottage on the beach!

One of the most popular “chain” resorts that caters only for couples is Sandals. Located in seven different locations around Jamaica, you’re sure to find a Sandals resort that offers you not only the amenities and privacy you want for your romantic couples vacation, but also have it in an area surrounded with activities and places that you want to experience together. Sandals is also experienced in helping couples get married so if you’re intending to be married – or it’s just something that comes up and you’ve got the necessary paperwork – their staff will be able to help you plan a special day!

Couples vacation in couples only resorts for many different reasons. Sometimes it’s because they prefer the company of other couples, occasionally it could be because they find it awkward or embarrassing to be seated at a table with single people, or it could be that they’ve finally escaped their own children and don’t want to be bothered with someone else’s. Whatever the reason you’re choosing a couples only holiday, you’ll have a great time in Jamaica.

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Jamaica is a tourist country. In fact, the biggest part of the countries economy is tourist based. However, if you want to truly experience Jamaica, after you have hit all the tourist hot spots; take it off the beaten path.

For a real look at Jamaica, head towards the interior. It is, however, a bad idea to take off on your own. Ideally, you should hire a car and driver through your hotel. This way, you will be safer, as the driver won’t take you to any dangerous locations – and the hotel will ensure that you get a good driver because your safety is important to them.

You can be sure that the driver will have numerous suggestions of places to go and see. You should note that he has probably set up some deals with various vendors – he gets a small fee from the vendor when he brings them customers. This is okay, and many of the places will be interesting. Note, however, that you can also ask him to take you to specific places as well.

To truly experience Jamaica, ask your driver to take you to various villages, where you can really get a sense of how people live in this beautiful country. This will give you the opportunity to see Jamaica in action, away from the tourism. You might want to start with the free villages, where you will find descendants of the Maroons.

The Maroons were African slaves that ran away from the farms and plantations that they were brought to. They were of course chased, but capture was difficult as it seemed that they had advanced warfare tactics. In fact, they were so good at avoiding capture and exacting revenge when they were attacked, that they were declared a free people in 1739 and given 1500 acres of land to call their own – long before slavery was abolished.

The free villages are Sligoville, Sturge Town, Clarksonville, Buxton, Goodwill, Granville, Kettering, Maidstone, Salem, and Time and Patience. But the original Maroon villages are Nanny Town, Moore Town, Accompang, and Seaford Town. If you can’t see them all, try to visit one or all of these four.

In all villages of Jamaica, you will find very close-knit families. Unlike other countries, where children grow up and move on with their lives, Jamaican children still heed their parent’s advice and wishes. They are expected to get an education, and to marry for life.

Also, don’t allow the term ‘village’ to fool you. Don’t expect to see women fetching water and carrying it in bowls on their heads. Most villages in Jamaica are now modernized, but still manage to hold their past rustic charm.

You may also be interested in hitting some of the tourist type spots that are not overrun with crowds, such as plantations, lighthouses, archeological digs, caves, cemeteries, churches, clock towers, forts, schools, mineral spas, parks, statues and memorials. Really think about all that there is to see, and talk with your hotels concierge. Let him know that you are interested in seeing other parts of Jamaica, aside from the usual tourist attractions. The chances are very good that he can help you design an itinerary for this.

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Montego Bay is the second largest city of Jamaica. It is widely known as MoBay. Miles and miles of steamy beaches and coconut grooves surround the city. The city houses the international airport of Jamaica; therefore, most of the international tourists start their Jamaica vacations from this city. The surroundings of the city are attractive and gorgeous.

If you want to laze around in sea, sun and sand, then Montego Bay Jamaica all inclusive vacation offers a nice chance to experience all these things. The tours include a visit to picturesque beaches, fascinating mountains and a wide range of beach activities.

Montego Bay is the flourishing corporate hub of Jamaica and it serves as the major market city for most of western Jamaica. The city sponsors both a rising industrial center and cruise ship tourism. Tourists can visit various tourist attractions of the city during their Montego Bay Jamaica all inclusive vacation tours.

Some major tourist places in and around Montego Bay are Fort Montego, Georgian house, The Cage, Parish church, Old Fort Craft Park and Sam Sharpe Square. Besides, there are many beachfront resorts at Montego and all of them provide various beach activities, adventure and fun to the tourists.

Fort Montego is one of the major attractions of the city. The fort is located up the Miranda Hill. Earlier, there were 17 field guns in the fort, but today there is only one of them. The fort had seen more comedian Jamaican films than battles. Georgian House is another attractive building in the city, which houses two bungalows. Wealthy businesspersons who thought that one would serves as residence of his wife and another as the house for his mistress constructed the building.

Tourists should not miss a visit to the Old Fort Craft Park in the Montego Bay Jamaica all inclusive vacation. The place is flooded with beautiful shell jewelry, t-shirts and attractive woodcarvings. You can purchase various eye-catching souvenirs from this market. The streets of the market are full with vegetables and fruit stalls. Sam Sharpe Square is an open place named after Sam Sharpe, a local idol who organized the Christmas Rebellion of 1831. The revolution finally resulted in the liberation of Jamaican slaves.

The Cage is an ancient building in the city constructed with bricks. Name of the building is suitable, as it served as a confine for runaway slaves and drunks that were detained on the streets.

If you are looking for excitement and enjoyment during Montego Bay Jamaica all inclusive vacation, then visit the Rose Hall. It is the most famous Grand House of Montego. The house is restructured on a sugar plantation. The structure of this ancient house is eye-catching and it represents the architectural marvels of bygone Jamaica.

You may have gone to many places for family vacations but the experience with Montego Bay Jamaica all inclusive vacation is always enthralling and exciting. Arrange Montego vacations to enjoy various beach activities and scenic glory of the beaches.

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The beaches in Jamaica are amazing and worth visiting. Some of the major Jamaican beaches are Doctor’s Cave Beach, Seven Mile Beach, Boston Bay Beach, Treasure Beach, Cornwall Beach, Fairy Hill Beach, Hellshire Beach, James Bond Beach and Mallards Beach. On the beaches of Jamaica, you can laze around in the rich sunlight, observe the unending sea or taste a sip of unusual hot drinks. Resting on the sunny sands is always a nice experience.

Tourists can enjoy various beach activities on the beaches of Jamaica. You can try water sailing, windsurfing, parasailing and scuba diving on these beaches. All the beaches serve as a haven for swimmers and adventure lovers. Deep-water fishing facilities are also available on some of the beaches. The location of some of these beaches are so charming and gorgeous that you will forget everything while observing the glory of the nature here.

Ocho Rios is one of the popular Jamaican beaches. The beach is famous for the Blue Mountains, the kingdom of flora and fauna. The mountains are full with dense plantations of coffee and you can taste the world famous coffee here during your visit. Mallard Beach is another beautiful beach in this region, which is sited in the center of Ocho Rios. The beach is surrounded by many hotels. The specialty of this beach is that the beach is untouched by modern civilization; therefore, it is the perfect place getting away from the workloads of daily life.

Grande Beach is an eye-catching community beach on Jamaica’s rich shores. The beach is not far from the colonized areas of Jamaica, yet people do not heavily occupy it. The scenery of Grande Beach increases the glory of it.

Boston Bay Beach is located near Port Antonio. The beach is known for its white sands, plain waters and grand jerk pork stands. This beach has the biggest waves in Jamaica, and you can hire surfboards here to enjoy surfing.

Cornwall Beach is one of the most famous Jamaican beaches. The beach is located near the Montego Bay and it is surrounded by smooth, pasty, sugary sand.

Doctor’s Cave Beach is famous for its five-mile stretch of fair sand. The water here is easygoing and suitable for swimming. The are beach houses, some changing rooms and a bar. It is one of the perfect spots to enjoy vacation with your family.

Negril beaches are famous for many reasons. Seven Mile Beach is the major attraction of Negril. This picturesque beach is extended 7-miles beside the west coast and golden sands cover it. The beach is suitable for the whole family to enjoy various beach activities. You must be carful though as there are some nudist patches where you will find all the tourists naked. So be aware of your surroundings, especially if you have children.

Thus, Jamaican beaches are full off various beach activities and one should not miss a them while visiting the islands of West Indies.

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Negril, Ocho Rios and Montego Bay are the major beaches of Jamaica. All of them are eye-catching and famous for plain turquoise Caribbean waters. Tourists can explore all these beaches during their Jamaica Vacations.

There are many tourist attractions near Jamaica including the Doctor’s Cave Beach, Seven Mile Beach, Boston Bay Beach, Treasure Beach, Cornwall Beach, The Black River, Somerset Falls and Green Grotto Caves. Do not miss a visit to some of these picturesque places during Jamaica vacations. Many hotels and beachfront resorts are waiting for you in Jamaica. All the hotels and resorts offer various modern amenities and facilities to the guests during their stay in the resort.

Negril is one of the main tourist attractions of Jamaica. The beach is world famous for its seven-mile extend of pasty sand. Negril is an ideal place to enjoy the Caribbean surroundings. Negril is also famous for the Black River Safari. Here you can go for a dip in quiet waters of Black river or can trial Jamaican rum at the Appleton Estate.

The Black River is a dwelling for crocodiles, so in the river you can find various rare species of crocodiles. Tourists can spend some of the time in shopping in the street shops of Negril. Shops of Negril are full with a wide range of craft goods and artifact items.

Ocho Rios is another most gorgeous tourist attraction of Jamaica. The place is renowned for Blue Mountains. A visit to Ocho Rios takes you in the territory of flora and fauna of the Blue Mountains. Besides, the world famous coffee is cultivated in this region of Jamaica. There are many coffee plantations in this area. Tourists can taste the world famous coffee during their Jamaica vacations.

Montego Bay is another busy tourist destination of Jamaica, where you can take pleasure in Bamboo River rafting and swimming in the waterfalls of Dunn’s River. Cornwall beach is also sited near Montego Bay. The beach is always crowded and is surrounded by smooth, pasty, sugary sand.

The water of the beach is clear and humid and it is the perfect place to take the whole family. There are another three beaches near Montego including Walter Fletcher Beach, Doctor’s Cave Beach and Cornwall Beach. All the three beaches are famous for water sports and sightseeing.

Treasure Beach is one of the scenic beaches of Jamaica, which is located on the south coast of the island. The beach is crowd free; therefore, one should not miss a visit to the place during Jamaica vacations. Swimming is risky here because of the roaring waves.

Tourists can also visit the Green Grotto Caves during Jamaica tours. The sandstone caves are beautiful and worth visiting. Thus, Jamaica vacations offer a fine opportunity of exploring the natural beauty and various beaches of Jamaica.

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