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Jamaica Vacations: Land of Reggae and Relaxation
Jamaica’s culture, music scene, cuisine, waterfalls, and beach resorts offer a little something for everyone. Experience the luxury and shopping of Ocho Rios, and soak in the wading pools of Dunn’s River Falls. Visit Kingston, which gave the world Usain Bolt and Bob Marley. Relax on a white-sand beach in Montego Bay, or drift down a river. Spend days in the sun, snorkeling, swimming, or paddling, and then dance the night away to reggae and dancehall. Visit a Rastafarian village or check out Kingston’s museums and galleries.
Jamaica at a Glance
Currency: Jamaican Dollar ($), though U.S. currency is widely accepted
Tipping Customs: Tip anywhere between 10-15%
Language: Jamaican Creole/Patois and English
Popular Drink: Hibiscus Tea and Rum Punch
Must Eat: Jerk Chicken and Ackee and Saltfish
Power Up: A or B (two or three-prong) 110 V
Weather: Year-round warm, tropical weather. June 1 – November 30 is hurricane season.
Best Time to Visit: November to mid-December offers the best weather and fewer crowds, though January to March are the most popular months.
Top Things to Do in Jamaica
Visit Bob Marley’s Studio and Home
Travel to Kingston and immerse yourself in the music and life of Bob Marley, visiting the Tuff Gong Records studio and the singer’s former home, a National Heritage Site.
Reefs and Waterfalls
Book a catamaran ride in Montego Bay that will take you to Dunn’s River Falls, snorkeling a reef, and on a sailing adventure complete with a reggae rum punch party.
Horseback Ride through the Rainforest and Sea
One of the best ways to experience the rainforest and coast is from the back of a horse.
History at the Rose Hall Great House
Visit the Rose Hall Great House and admire its Georgian architecture, European antiques, coastal views, and hear the legend of the White Witch.
Re-live Cool Runnings at Mystic Mountain
Ride a bobsled inspired by Jamaica’s famous 1988 Olympic bobsled team at this unique theme park.
