VIDEO: 11 Seconds on the Sea in Jamaica

By: - January 8th, 2016
Montego Bay

The lapping waves, the island breezes — Jamaica has a surfeit of all the things that make the Caribbean so enchanting.

It’s what makes taking out a catamaran for the afternoon such a delightful experience — in this case an Island Routes catamaran.

Here’s a peek at what it’s like on the sea at Sandals Montego Bay.

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United Launches Chicago-Turks and Caicos Flights

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Mariah Carey’s Caribbean Getaway

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Air Canada Reporting Strong Caribbean Growth

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The Newest Restaurant in St Barth

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How to Experience Nassau Like a Local

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These are the New Caribbean Hotels for 2016

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