Plan your next vacation to Jamaica with these useful tips

Located in the Caribbean, Jamaica is a vibrant island nature with lush green rainforests, rolling mountains and white sandy beaches lined with reefs. Home of the famous reggae singer-songwriter Bob Marley, Jamaica is known for rich culture and friendly communities. Whether you are an adventurer, a nature lover, a party goer or want to do regular touristy activities, Jamaica is a perfect holiday destination.

Here are a few things to know if you are planning a getaway to Jamaica.

When is the best time to visit Jamaica?

• The perfect time to visit Jamaica is from November to mid-December. The weather is quite pleasant, rates are reasonable, and the beaches are not overly crowded,
• The peak tourist season is from January to March. During this period, all hotel rates are quite high, and the place is packed with tourists.
• Summer is also a good time to visit Jamaica. However, vacations may go awry as summer is also the hurricane season in this island country.

Which are the popular places to visit in Jamaica?

• Negril Beach – One of the most beautiful beaches of Jamaica, Negril Beach is quite popular for watersports lovers and snorkelers.
• Doctor’s Cave Beach – Located in Montego Bay, this white sandy beach is a popular tourist spot. Many cruise ships make stops at this beach.
• Martha Brae River – Lined with beautiful tropical scenery, the Martha Brae River is a well-known rafting destination. Visitors can also glide across the river.
• Kingston – The capital of Jamaica has some of the famous tourist spots such as the Bob Marley Museum, Hope Gardens, the National Gallery, National Heroes Park, and the National History Museum.
• Port Antonio – Previously a sleepy fishing village, Port Antonio has many interesting places for tourists to explore – hike jungle trails, scuba diving through coral reefs, snorkeling, freshwater springs, a fort, and a majestic waterfall.

Which are the best places to stay in Jamaica?

• Kingston – Although not very popular among tourists, Kingston has all-inclusive Jamaican resorts and hotels with quite affordable rates. Since it is the hub of Jamaican music scene, Kingston is an ideal place to stay for music lovers.
• Montego Bay – With two ports, busy nightlife, and activities, Montego Bay is an ideal beach vacation spot. It has the best of all inclusive Jamaican resorts and hotels. There also bed-and-breakfasts and small inns available for stay.
• Negril – Located in the western part of Jamaica, Negril has been quite recently developed. There is a luxury as well budget hotels, cottages, resorts, and all-inclusive hotels.
• Ocho Rios – This cruise port is located on the northern coast of Jamaica. It is the best place to experience Jamaican food. Ocho Rios is known to offer a range of activities along with enjoying a relaxed vacation.

Which are the popular all-inclusive Jamaican family resorts?

• Holiday Inn Resort, Montego Bay
• Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, Montego Bay
• The SPA Retreat Boutique Hotel, Negril
• Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, Montego Bay
• CocoLaPalm Resort, Negril

Are there any all-inclusive Jamaican hotels only for adults?

• The Caves, Negril
• Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, Montego Bay
• Secrets Wild Orchid, Montego Bay
• Sandals South Coast, Westmoreland Parish
• Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa, Negril
• Jewel Paradise Cove Resort & Spa, Runaway Bay

Where can you find popular deals for all-inclusive Jamaican resorts and hotels?

• Trip Advisor
• Cheapcarribean.com
• Trivago
• Sandals.com
• Allinclusiveoutlet.com
• Hilton.com