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Average Temperature

Time Zone

Jamaica is on Eastern Standard Time

• 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles (PST)
• 2 hours ahead of Denver (MST)
• 1 hour ahead of Chicago (CST)
• 5 hours behind London
• 13 hours behind Japan

Currency

The Jamaican dollar is used. The local exchange rate fluctuates daily. When US dollars are given for payment, Jamaican dollars are usually given back.

Language

The official language is English. Patois, a mix of English and African is also spoken.

Proof of Citizenship

Acceptable forms of proof of citizenship for U.S. citizens traveling between the U.S. and our International Destinations are a valid passport, OR a certified , state issued birth certificate with raised seal along AND a valid government photo ID, (i.e. a driver's license) a naturalization/citizenship certificate. It is the traveler's responsibility to provide proper documentation. Married women traveling with any documentation in their maiden name must supply a marriage license (a copy is acceptable).

How do I get around?

Taxis are abundant, but they are not metered. Be prepared to bargain! Bicycle and moped rentals are also available.

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Tours

Make your day with a unique, exhilarating and enchanting beach ride! Come with us! We will travel in air conditioned comfort from the cruise ship pier or hotel, bypassing the quaint and historic town of St. Ann’s Bay, on to Chukka Cove. Then the real fun begins! Leaving Chukka Cove on horseback, we will ride through Richmond and Llandovery, two of the oldest sugar estates on the island. The latter is now a dairy farm; but you can still see the chimney stack and ruins of the old sugar mill on the way to the beach. Look out for the breadfruit tree! It’s one of the original breadfruit trees brought to Jamaica by the infamous Captain Bligh of the sailing ship "Bounty". We’ll ride along the seashore to Chukka Cove’s private beach where we’ll enjoy light refreshments and prepare for a truly unique experience ~ Riding bareback in the sea! This is indeed the adventure of a lifetime! After this exciting ride, relax while the guides re-saddle the horses for the return trip to the stable. We’ll return to the ship/hotel refreshed, exhilarated, with unique memories of Jamaica! Experienced guides accompany all rides. Riders' cameras, towels and other personal belongings are taken by van to the beach. Duration of the Ride: 3 Hours plus Transportation. What to Bring: Sunblock, Cameras, Beachwear and Towels, Sunglasses

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Discover the real Jamaica. Take an invigorating and scenic mountain bike ride from the hills to the valleys: high in the mountains of St. Ann down through woodland and meadow. From the quaint village of Mount Zion to a thirst quenching stop at the Spicey Grove Tavern…and, finally, to the picturesque Chukka Cove, carved by nature out of a rock to form a serene and beautiful pool, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. After the swim, relax with a cold Red Stripe beer and return to the ship/hotel refreshed, exhilarated, with unique memories of Jamaica! Experienced guides accompany all rides. Bikers' cameras, towels and other personal belongings follow the ride by van. Duration of the Tour: 3 Hours plus Transportation. What to Bring: Cameras, Beachwear and Towels

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A unique opportunity to visit the birthplace of the "King of Reggae". This tour takes you from your ship/hotel through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Jamaica, traveling via Higgin Town and Claremont to the village of Nine Mile, a quaint little place in the beautiful mountains of St. Ann. It is here on the 6th of February 1945 the legendary "King of Reggae" was born and it is the very same place he was later laid to rest. A tour of Nine Mile is a family affair as many of Bob's close family live there, including his mother, affectionately known as Mother B and Uncle Lloyd, who tell tales of Bob's childhood. The tour takes you through the house Bob lived in as a young boy and your Rastafarian guide will share with you little known insights into Bob Marley's childhood and musical career. Stand on "Mount Zion Rock" where Bob used to meditate and rest your head on "the pillow" made famous in the song "Talking Blues". Finally, walk through the mausoleum, which is his final resting place. The return trip is a continuation of your excursion through rural Jamaica, as you wind your way through picturesque Muirhouse to Brown's Town market, famous for its produce and back to the North Coast. A must for all Bob Marley and Reggae music fans. "ONE LOVE!" Duration of Tour: 4 ½ hours Experienced Drivers/guides on all tours Complimentary Refreshments

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Travel along the coast-line then into the hills and down the valley in our "Zebra Stripped Jeeps" and experience the real Jamaica. Drive through the famous "Fern Gully", taking a peek at the 200 different ferns, and view the lush vegetation of mountainous country. We will take you up to the highest viewpoint "Murphy Hill", 2000 feet above sea level, where you will see a panoramic view of Ocho Rios with a glimpse of the Blue Mountains and even Cuba on a clear day. You will then pass coffee plantations, old churches, local markets and a statue of Christopher Columbus. During this tour you will visit one of Jamaica's largest estates seeing a working Cattle Station and a small Coffee Plantation. Learn our history and taste our fruits. Next, we will visit the exotic and colorful Cranbrook Flower Forest where you can hike to the headwaters of the river and take a dip or tour the gardens and see the many varieties of flowers, plants and birds. Finally, drive through the famous Chukka Cove Polo Club on your way back to the Ship. Yeah Mon!! You have just seen the best Jamaica has to offer. What to Bring: Sun Glasses, Towel, Swim Wear, Aqua Shoes & Camera Duration of Tour: 5 hours Age Limit: 6 years & upwards Capacity: 8 per jeep Experienced Drivers/guides on all tours Complimentary Refreshments

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Dunn’s River Falls & Park
Expert guides lead you up 600 feet of gently terraced cascades for climbing.

River Rafting/Martha Brae
Take a leisurely bamboo raft ride down the Martha Brae River located along the beautiful North Coast, near the historic town of Falmouth. Your expert raftsman will detail the colorful folklore of the region and you can stop to explore the lush tropical river banks.

Black River Safari
Experience the non-touristy, untouched South Coast on this exciting tour. Refresh yourself in the falls, then take a boat ride on the Black River and say "hi" to a friendly crocodile.

Events

January

Accompong Maroon Festival

Bob Marley Birthday Bash
UWI Carnival
Polo Tournament

Spring Break Events
Montego Bay Yacht Club Easter Regatta

Spring Break Events
Carnival

Negril Carnival

Ocho Rios Jazz Festival

Independence Day
Reggae Sumfest
Reggae SunSplash
Portland Jamboree

James Bond Festival
Jamaica Open Golf Tournament
Octoberfest
Caribbean Heritage Festival

Christmas Craft Fair
Alternative Market Fair

Christmas Craft Fair
JAM-AM Yacht Race

Activities

Attractions

• Falmouth

  Arawak Caves
  These ancient dwellings contain paintings and artifacts from Jamaica’s first inhabitants.

  Good Hope Plantation
  A coconut and cattle plantation that’s a testament to a former era with trails for horseback riding.

  Jamaica Safari Village
  A unique Caribbean zoo.

  
  
• Montego Bay

  Appleton Express Rum Tour
  Visit the home of the Appleton family of rums.

  Barnett Estates
  Take a jitney tour through this exotic 18th century showcase plantation.

  Belvedere Estate
  This 1,000-acre historic working plantation embraces lush tropical surroundings, streams and waterfalls.

  Blue Hole Museum
  Tour an 18th century Great House, sugar mill, boiling house and plantation.

  Greenwood Great House
  This Great House may contain the best collection of antique furniture, musical instruments and nautical artifacts in Jamaica.

  Montego Bay Marine Park
  The natural park includes coral reefs, sea grass beds, mangrove wetlands and a variety of marine life.

  Rockland Bird Feeding Sanctuary
  Visitors are invited every afternoon to watch hundreds of beautifully colored birds gather for their evening meal.

  Rose Hall Great House
  It’s rumored that Jamaica’s most famous Great House is haunted by 16th century spirits!
  

• Negril

  Craft Market
  Shop for jewelry, clothing, wood carvings and local crafts in a 2-story open-air market on Lighthouse Road.

  Negril Lighthouse
  This 100-year-old landmark provides a breathtaking view of the Jamaican coastline

  
  
• Ocho Rios

  King Majesty Elohim Tolakai - Psychic Readings

  Coyaba River Garden and Museum
  Daily guided tours of the botanical garden and museum are offered.

  Fern Gully
  This 4-mile stretch of road built on an old riverbed runs through a verdant valley with more than 600 varieties of ferns.

  Prospect Plantation
  One of the most satisfying plantation tours on the island.

  Seville Great House and Heritage Park
  The site of Jamaica’s first settlement by the Spanish. Take a tour and see centuries-old artifacts, an ancient Spanish church, ruins and other fascinating relics.

  Shaw Park Gardens
  This botanical refuge has hundreds of species of tropical birds and flowers. A beautiful waterfall is excellent for photo opportunities.

  
  
• Runaway Bay

  Circle B Farm
  Take a tour and see ruins of the island’s first sugar mill.

  Columbus Park
  The location where Columbus first set foot in Jamaica with an open-air museum.

  Green Grotto Caves
  Take a boat ride and marvel at rock formations and caves that drop more than 100 feet!

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Shopping

Craft markets, roadside stands and street vendors are sprinkled throughout the island, a shopper’s paradise. Vendors sell everything in the way of local art, crafts, pottery and hand-made jewelry. Be prepared to bargain and get great deals on souvenirs! Shopping centers and malls can be found near the larger resort areas. These stores offer an interesting and infinite array of merchandise including clothing, cologne, jewelry, crystal, coffee and liquor. Visitors from the US are allowed to take items valued up to $400 back home with them duty-free once every 30 days provided the items are properly declared to customs and the traveler has been out of the US for at least 48 hours. Jamaican law requires all duty-free purchases to be made in foreign currency, preferably US dollars. For complete details, a helpful booklet titled "Know Before You Go" is available free of charge courtesy of the US Customs Service.

Pull up a chair and get ready to sample some of the best foods in the world. Jamaica is known for its excellent cooks and tasty entrees. Jamaican cuisine is generally spicy and sometimes hot, seasoned with Scotch Bonnet peppers, onion, garlic, nutmeg and allspice. For a taste of the authentic, try jerk pork with pumpkin soup or pepperpot stew. Ackee and saltfish is the national dish and combines scrambled egg-like ackee (a yellow island fruit with a subtle taste) with shredded saltfish and cooked with onions, peppers, tomatoes and spices. Saltfish (cod which has been salted and dried) is also made into batter-fried fritters called Stamp and Go. Jamaica also grows an abundance of fresh produce which includes luscious tropical fruits and vegetables: breadfruit (a versatile green fruit with a bread-like consistency), callaloo (similar to spinach), cho cho (a white squash served boiled and buttered), star apple (a soft green or purple fruit served in a dessert called ‘Matrimony’) and sweetsop (similar to the soursop but sweeter). If you don’t like it spicy, there are plenty of other dining options around the island from gourmet restaurants to mom-and-pop eateries serving American, French, Italian and Oriental cuisine.

The spectacular Jamaican sunsets give way to evenings filled with fun and excitement. Whether it’s a midnight stroll, a colorful floor show, dancing the night away at a local disco or a date with lady luck at an area casino, the island evenings serve up something for every mood and taste. Many resorts plan nightly entertainment where the public is invited and feature limbo dancers, live steel band and reggae music or the occasional fire-eater, just for starters. Nighttime is the right time in Jamaica, where the atmosphere radiates with tropical rhythms and energy.