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Jamaica is a Caribbean Island steeped in history and culture and beauty that welcomes just over 4 million visitors each year. With the national motto of “Out of Many, One People” and unofficial motto of “One Love” you can expect to be welcomed warmly. 

 Journey through the country’s six unique areas with me and discover which one might be the best fit for your next vacation. 

 • Kingston is known for its a mix of night life, gastronomy, art, and music. But Kingston is most famous for its birth of reggae music which is celebrated every February. Before you enjoy the fetes, or parties, each night, be sure to check out the Bob Marley Museum. For those that like to enjoy the culture through cuisine, plan a visit around the Blue Mountain Culinary Trail. This trail is a combination of about 15 eateries, coffee farms and mountain views. After a perfect lunch, consider stopping into the National Gallery to enjoy Jamaican art. This museum is the largest public art museum in the English-speaking Caribbean.  

• Port Antonio is defined by nature and is locally referred to affectionately as “Portie.” Through its rains and lush greenery, it was established for its coconut and banana exports along its rivers. This is also where much of Jamaica’s history with the Maroons began, the descendants of escaped slaves who established free communities in the mountains. You can learn more about their history at the Charles Town Museum and Asafu Yard. The ideal place to ponder all that history is on a boat tour to the Blue Lagoon. This magnificent lagoon is breathtaking with its perfect blue color caused by its near 200-foot depth. Another beautiful Instagram-worthy spot is Reach Falls on Driver’s River. The adventurous surfer staying in the quaint town can enjoy the waves off Long Bay Beach.  

• Ocho Rios is where most of the adventure options are located between the Caribbean Sea and the Blue Mountains. Bob Marley fans can participate in a tour of Nine Mile, the small village where he was both born and buried. The active traveler can zipline or bobsled down Mystic Mountain. The curious can go underground to see the Green Grotto Caves full of hidden waterfalls, stalagmites, and stalactites. This cave was even once used as hideouts by Spaniards and then by smugglers running arms to Cuba. The must-do activity in Ocho Rios is to climb the famous Dunn’s River Falls. Form a human chain to help each other up the falls before you relax for the afternoon.  

• Montego Bay is the resort city set by the sea. Some call it Mo Bay for short. This is the area most known to visitors looking for a great all-inclusive resort with the white sandy beach or a great golf course. You can enjoy great history when you visit the Rose Hall Great House where infamous Annie Palmer lived to torture her husbands and slaves, Johnny Cash fans can visit his home at Cinnamon Hill Great House, and swing by Sam Sharpe Square to see the statue of the man that helped lead the Christmas Rebellion of 1831 to fight for slaves’ freedom. For those that are looking for a simple, relaxing way to connect with nature, a ride down the Martha Brae River on a guided bamboo raft may be the perfect activity.  

• Negril, on the western tip of the island is where people go for romance & relaxation. This area became a popular place for backpackers & hippies in the 1960s & their lifestyle stuck around the area for decades to follow. Negril is home to the famous Seven Mile Beach which offers the quintessential white sandy beach & clear water. Lovers can enjoy the perfect island sunset on the west end cliffs. You sometimes find cliff jumpers there performing jumps from eight to forty feet. The more adventurous visitors can cliff jump too. This is also the best place in the island to plan your scuba, snorkel, and deep-sea fishing excursions.  

• South Coast is the most low-key section of the island & is considered to be “off the beaten path.” Consider this part of the island if you want to disconnect from the hustle of everyday life. South Coast is mostly defined by its mountains and quaint villages. These villages work hard to protect their wildlife with the Galleon Fish Sanctuary & Fonthill Beach Park & Wildlife Sanctuary. Connect with wildlife on a safari tour on the Black River or enjoy seven different cascading waterfalls in the YS Falls.  

Jamaica is an island easily accessible by air or cruise ship & has so much to offer that this island will not disappoint. You could have a great 10-night vacation that covers each of the six distinct areas or a one day stop with a cruise vacation.

I would love to help you determine which area best fits your travel style.  Jamaica has a little bit of everything to enjoy – great weather, things to do, resorts, beaches, etc.

Jamaica is the perfect place for families, lovers and everyone in between. When you're ready to book your Jamaican Getaway we hope you'll reach out to us. Click here to learn more about how to work with us. www.StaySaltyTravel.com

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