Holidays to Jamaica
Jamaica holidays
Jamaican beach
Christopher Colombus once described Jamaica as ‘the fairest isle mine eyes ever behold’ and it’s easy to see why. Jamaica is the largest English speaking island in the Caribbean and the third largest island in the region. Ninety miles south of Cuba, and with over 120 flowing rivers, the island is wonderfully rich in natural beauty. With mountains, valleys, plains, natural rivers and springs, you can really be at one with nature in Jamaica, the mineral springs are also thought to have therapeutic value. Jamaicans are spoilt with some of the finest beaches in the world, those choosing Jamaica holidays will not be disappointed.
Jamaica beach holidays
Dunn's River Falls
Jamaica holidays are ideal for sun worshippers, this beautiful island is rich in beaches with white sands and crystal blue seas. In the Ocho Rios region of Jamaica you have the popular Turtle Beach and Mallard Beach, which offer plenty of fun activities and eateries. Here you will also find the famous James Bond beach and the Golden Eye Hotel
which was residence to Ian Fleming, the writer and creator of James Bond. Also in this region and another popular Jamaican beach is the Dunn’s River Beach which is located under the Dunn’s River Waterfall, this is an area of exceptional natural beauty.
In the Negril region of Jamaica you will find some diverse beaches, Seven Mile beach is popular with nude bathers whereas Montego bay offers you Cornwall Beach which is a lively spot and popular for water sports activities. Walter Fletcher Beach is also found in this region and due to calm waters, it is popular with families with children. Doctors Cave Beach offers warm waters fed by natural mineral springs and in Port Antonio you will find Boston Bay Beach which is perfect for small fishing trips and surfing. Another Jamaican treasure, Frenchmans Bay is known as one of the prettiest beaches in the world.
Family holidays Jamaica
Anyone looking for family holidays Jamaica will find plenty of family friendly hotels with kids clubs, kids pools, children’s discos, scuba diving lessons, junior golf, waterparks and more! There are hotels to suit people with young families and/or teenagers, see the individual accommodation descriptions for more details. Couple your family friendly holiday accommodation in Jamaica with the fantastic beaches for the ideal Caribbean family holiday!
Things to do in Jamaica
Ocho Rios Town Park
There are a wide range of things to do in Jamaica, from trekking to bathing. Why not take one of the popular tours and indulge in some sightseeing where you can explore the mountains and beaches? Diving is extremely popular in Jamaica and you can be witness to ship wrecks, coral and beautiful marine life. Limestone caves can be found on the north coast of Jamaica, or why not take a trip down the Rio Grande through banana and sugar cane plantations? There is also The Shaw Park Bontanical Gardens which flaunt beautiful Caribbean colours. For those seeking some Jamaican culture then a visit to Colombus Park is advised, the Bob Marley museum is also a must see and should be on your list of things to do in Jamaica.
Food and drink in Jamaica
As with most of the Caribbean islands, the food and drink in Jamaica is a mixture of superb taste and colours. International cuisine can be find on the island from countries such as Britain, Indian, America, China and Africa. However for a real taste of Jamaica you can eat wonderful dishes such as Curried Goat, Fried Dumplings, Jerk chicken and stews. Jamaica also prides itself on its coconut milk ice cream with exotic favours such as mango which can be washed down with a glass of Jamaican Rum punch. Perfect!
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Holiday destination highlights: Beaches, diving, sunshine
Flight time from the UK to Jamaica: Approx. 10 hours
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