Jamaica
Jamaica wears a mystical aura that attracts many travelers. Whether you want to recover from your busy life at a Riviera-style resort, sneak off to a couples-only hedonistic hideaway, or venture forth on a tropical safari, Jamaica is in many ways unbeatable.
The island's 4,400 square miles comprise a beautiful mountainous interior ringed by a necklace of golden beaches and tall palm trees. Since Jamaica was once the crown jewel of the British sugar empire, its coastal plains and lofty jungles are still the setting for colonnaded mansions and thriving plantations. Many of these mansions are now opulent inns flanked not only by sugar fields but also by golfing greens, and the northern beaches where pirates once plundered rum are now swarmed with bikini-clad vacationers and high-rise hotels of gleaming glass.
Lively Jamaica is filled with music, culinary specialties, white sand beaches, and no shortage of things to do. Scuba diving and snorkeling are popular activities for visitors as well as taking in the distinct culture of the island, including reggae music and "jerk" spiced cuisine. The main cities of Jamaica, including Kingston, Negril, Ocho Rios, and Montego Bay are all worth touring for their unique histories, attractions, and beaches that surround them.
The island's 4,400 square miles comprise a beautiful mountainous interior ringed by a necklace of golden beaches and tall palm trees. Since Jamaica was once the crown jewel of the British sugar empire, its coastal plains and lofty jungles are still the setting for colonnaded mansions and thriving plantations. Many of these mansions are now opulent inns flanked not only by sugar fields but also by golfing greens, and the northern beaches where pirates once plundered rum are now swarmed with bikini-clad vacationers and high-rise hotels of gleaming glass.
Lively Jamaica is filled with music, culinary specialties, white sand beaches, and no shortage of things to do. Scuba diving and snorkeling are popular activities for visitors as well as taking in the distinct culture of the island, including reggae music and "jerk" spiced cuisine. The main cities of Jamaica, including Kingston, Negril, Ocho Rios, and Montego Bay are all worth touring for their unique histories, attractions, and beaches that surround them.
What you should know before planning your trip to Jamaica
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The US and Canada residents do not need passports but must have proof of citizenship (or permanent residency) and a return or ongoing ticket. A passport is optimal, but an original birth certificate (or a certified copy) plus photo ID will usually suffice. Check on the latest entry requirements before you travel, as the rules can change. It is advisable to always carry a passport when you're going to another country.
Other visitors, including British citizens, need passports that last for a maximum stay of 6 months.
Immigration cards are given to visitors at the airport arrival desks. Hold on to yours because you will need to surrender it to Jamaican Customs when you leave the country.
Other visitors, including British citizens, need passports that last for a maximum stay of 6 months.
Immigration cards are given to visitors at the airport arrival desks. Hold on to yours because you will need to surrender it to Jamaican Customs when you leave the country.