Jamaica Holidays
Overview
Jamaica Holidays
One of the most dramatically beautiful islands in the Caribbean, a Jamaica holiday is perfect for those looking for more than just sun, sea and sand. Temperatures are high year round, so it’s an ideal winter destination.
High mountains, lush tropical vegetation, winding rivers and palm fringed beaches – Jamaica not only has a rich landscape but a rich cultural life too. From the Spanish conquest to the legacy of reggae, a holiday to Jamaica offers plenty to see and do, catering for the needs of all ages. Swim with dolphins or explore the Green Grotto Caves; whatever your reasons for visiting Jamaica, you won’t be disappointed.
A kaleidoscope of colour and beauty, reggae beats fill the air and taking it easy is a way of life.
Holidays in Jamaica – A Caribbean Cliché
Jamaicans are known for their laughter and good spirits and with a welcome as warm as the locals, you’ll want for nothing on your Jamaica holiday. Far from your typical beach holiday, be sure to find take time out from unwinding to explore all the island has to offer.
Dunn’s River Falls
The most popular attraction in Jamaica is the Dunn’s River Falls. Climb the rock ledges up river whilst the waters of a 600ft waterfall gush down in cooling jets over you. Led by guides, visitors create a human chain to brave the ascent for a truly exhilarating experience.
The Legacy of Reggae
If you’re a fan of reggae, a holiday to Jamaica would not be complete without paying homage to the Godfather of the genre. If you’re not a fan, it would be difficult to visit the island and not come into contact with the legacy of Bob Marley. The singer’s hometown of Nine Mile is also home to the Bob Marley Mausoleum, whilst music and concerts can be seen in Ocho Rios as well as other resorts.
Luminous Lagoon
A natural wonder, Oyster Bay lagoon, near Falmouth, is full of micro-organisms that glow in the dark. On a clear moonlit night, the algae light up like fireflies, turning a luminous green. If you jump in to swim, your movements will leave a silvery trail in the sea. This truly astonishing phenomenon is best witnessed at night aboard a boat and is a must see on any Jamaica holiday.
Top Jamaican Holiday Resorts
Montego Bay – Known locally as “Mo Bay”, Montego Bay is Jamaica’s second most important town and one of the island’s earliest settlements. With 10 miles of stunning coastline backed by green mountains, it was once the centre of the sugar and banana industries. Now a thriving port city with lively nightlife, shops and markets packed with bargains, it is the ideal place to spend your Jamaica holiday. Spend a day at Margarittaville or take a ghost tour of Rose Hall Great House. A holiday to Montego Bay is more than just sun, sea and sand.
Ocho Rios – A bustling resort , affectionately known as “the place where heaven spills into the sea”, Ocho Rios has an abundance of tourist attractions as well as a rich history with many sites commemorating the battles that took place here. Relaxing beaches offer a variety of water sports for those looking for adrenalin filled fun. Swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Cove and climb to the top of the breathtaking Dunn’s River Ralls. With a holiday to Ocho Rios, Jamaica’s most compact resort, you’ll find everything you need within reach.
Negril – At the westernmost point of the island sits Negril, a relatively new resort due to its remote location. The focus is undoubtedly the seven mile long sandy beach - a Caribbean cliché of palm fringed powder fine sand and translucent turquoise waters. There is plenty of opportunity for water sports including scuba diving, snorkelling and boat trips and plenty of attractions to see. The Royal Palm Reserve in the heart of the Great Morass is a world away from the pleasure seekers of the coast, yet it’s the coast itself that offers the one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
