Capital -
Kingston Population - 2,506,000
Language - English, but patois is spoken widely
Climate - Mountain regions are cooler than the 90s that you find on the coast
Currency - Jamaican dollar
Departure tax - 1,000 Jamaican
Historic three counties now 14 parishes
Cornwall County 1)
HanoverCapital -
Lucea Lucea to Montego Bay Resorts Negril2)
Saint Elizabeth Capital - Black River
Treasure Beach3)
Saint James Capital -
Montego Bay The jerk chicken at Scotchie's. The cocktails at Lester's Bar. The golf at Half Moon, the Caribbean Augusta. The beach scene at Doctor's Cave. There are quite a few reasons why Montego Bay is Jamaica's tourism hotspot, and the north-coast hotspot just got even easier to fly to.
Montego Bay to Falmouth 4)
Trelawny Capital -
Falmouth Rio Bueno5)
Westmoreland Capital - Savanna-la-Mar
Negril Middlesex County 6 )
Clarendon Capital - May Pen
7 )
Manchester Capital - Mandeville
8 )
Saint Ann Parish Capital - St. Ann's Bay
Ocho RiosRunaway Bay 9 )
Saint Catherine Capital -
Spanish Town 10)
Saint Mary Capital - Port Maria
Surrey County 11
Kingston (parish) (1) (2)
Capital
KINGSTON MANLEY AIRPORT- KIN
12 Portland Capital
Port Antonio Popular Places
Port Antonio
One popular sight in this area is the Blue Lagoon, which owes its colour to its depth of 200 feet. It is the island's third largest port, famous as a shipping point for bananas and coconuts.
Port Antonio Destination Guide
One popular sight in this area is the Blue Lagoon, which owes its colour to its depth of 200 feet. It is the island's third largest port, famous as a shipping point for bananas and coconuts.
Port Antonio Destination Guide
13 Saint Andrew (1)
Capital Half Way Tree
Bob Marley Beach is located at the border of the parishes of St Andrew and St Thomas
14 Saint Thomas
St. Thomas is home to the Blue Mountains, the Bath Fountain mineral spring, Reggae Falls and Bob Marley Beach, which the musical icon frequented regularly.
Capital Morant Bay
(1) The parishes of Kingston and Saint Andrew together form the Kingston and St. Andrew Corporation.
(2) The parish of Kingston does not encompass all of the city of Kingston. Most of the city is in the parish of St. Andrew.
Jamaica has seven main resort areas, each with a distinct charm of its own. Kingston, the capital
city, is located on the southeast coast of the island. It is the largest English-speaking city in the
Caribbean. Montego Bay, on the north coast, has more hotels, guest houses and villas than any
other resort area in Jamaica. Other resort areas are Negril, about 52 miles from Montego Bay,
and boasts a seven-mile stretch of white sand beach.Runaway Bay , east of Montego Bay is less
built up than Montego Bay and has an 18-hole golf course and a number of fine hotels.
The town Ocho Rios is famous for the much photographed, Dunn's River Falls. Mandeville has a rustic,
old world charm. Visitors will enjoy cooler temperatures than in any other resort area on the
island. Port Antonio- is located on the east coast and known for its lush vegetation. Much of the
plant life indigenous to Jamaica is found here.
Electricity is 110v, 50 cycles.
Weddings may be performed 24 hours after arriving in Jamaica plus about $54.00us.
Destination Guide
CULTURE
Jamaica is best experienced through your senses. Taste homegrown spirits at the Appleton Rum Experience and Hampden Rum Estate. Inhale aromas sizzling on Scotchies' pimento wood fire. Feel pulsing vibrations of reggae and dancehall blaring through sound systems. Immerse yourself in the Rastafarian way of life.
NATURE
Explore postcard-perfect beaches brushed by the azure Caribbean Sea. Refresh under flowing cascades at the world-famous Dunn's River Falls. Elevate to the Blue Mountains, Jamaica's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or perhaps a bicycle tour to reveal scents, sounds, and sights you can only experience in Jamaica.
ADVENTURES
Feel the wind on your face while gliding on Mystic Mountain's rainforest zip lines and bobsled. Inspire awe and curiosity at the expansive Cockpit Country and Green Grotto Caves or even get up close and personal with crocodiles in their natural habitat at Black River Safari.
ROMANCE
The sultry images of tropical landscape paint a picture that easily inspire romance. It's no wonder Jamaica is a favorite destination for couples looking to take their relationship to a higher level.
FAMILY FUN
A hassle-free getaway at an all-inclusive resort is a popular option for families in Jamaica. Bottomless meals seared with island spices and numerous activities packaged in one place leaves you free of worry so you can completely enjoy island life and get out there for memorable experiences as a family.
Special Note:
We direct travelers to our travel insurance provider, and point out that U.S. insurance plans seldom cover health costs outside the U.S., nor do Medicare and Medicaid.
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