Jamaica

All-Inclusive

This Top Riviera Maya Resort Brand Is Expanding to Montego Bay, Jamaica 

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It’s one of the top all-inclusive resorts on the Riviera Maya in Mexico: UNICO 20°87°, which has earned rave reviews for its locally-focused, authenticity rich adults-only experience in the Mexican Caribbean. And now the UNICO brand is adding another latitude […]

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This Under-the-Radar Airport in Jamaica Is Getting Daily Flights on American Airlines 

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It’s the birthplace of Bond, and the home of some of Jamaica’s coolest hotels: Ocho Rios on the northern coast of the island.  Now, after a successful launch of nonstop flights from Miami (the route kicked off earlier this year) […]

News

Jamaica Is Looking to Become a Global "Leader" in Wellness

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It’s one of the fastest-growing niches in the travel industry: wellness, that large umbrella that includes everything from spa treatments to fitness, health food to sustainability.  And now one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations is making wellness a significant […]

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Two New All-Inclusive Resorts Just Opened in Jamaica: One for Families, the Other Adults-Only 

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Maybe you know Montego Bay. Or Negril. Or Ocho Rios. Or maybe you’ve been to further frontiers like Port Antonio and Treasure Beach. But Jamaica’s two newest resorts are in a destination you probably haven’t heard of: Green Island, about […]


Jamaica Vacation? Family Getaway in Turks? Sandals Resorts Has a Big Sale With Up to 65 Percent Off 

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Looking for an adults-only, all-inclusive vacation in Jamaica? What about a trip to the newest beach resort in St Vincent and the Grenadines? Or a family vacay in Turks and Caicos?  Sandals Resorts has unveiled its Black Friday sale, and […]


A New Resort-Within-a-Resort at This Jamaica All-Inclusive 

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Upgraded amenities. Private pool access. L’Occitane amenities. Even free laundry. The venerable Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton in Jamaica is upping the ante with a new resort-within-a-resort concept.  They call it The Signature Level, and it’s opening its new enclave at […]

Caribbean Travel Advisor

Sandals and Beaches Just Launched a Fall Sale on Their Resorts in Jamaica 

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Sandals Resorts International has launched a fall sale for its Sandals and Beaches resorts in the Caribbean.  The Experience Jamaica sale, which is commissionable for travel agents, includes a $350 air credit on stays of five or six nights.  It […]


Why You Should Visit Montego Bay, Jamaica Right Now, From a New Riu to a Hip All-Inclusive

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Montego Bay is the gateway to Jamaica for most tourists who visit the island, and while some journey on to resort areas like Ocho Rios or Negril, ‘Mobay’ itself is the final destination for millions of visitors each year. And […]


Jamaica Just Topped 2 Million Visitors for 2024, in "Remarkable Achievement"

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In another strong milestone for the island’s tourism efforts, Jamaica just topped 2 million stayover visitors so far in 2024, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Just over 2 million stayover visitors have already come to Jamaica through mid-September, according to the […]

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Two New Resorts Are Coming to Jamaica, With Swim-Up Rooms and Overwater Villas 

Overwater villas. Swim-up rooms. A water park. Private butlers. A pair of new resorts is coming to Jamaica this fall, and now the first-ever Princess Hotels properties on the island have an opening date.  The dual-resort complex is set to […]


How to Take an All-Inclusive Montego Bay Vacation This Fall 

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A rooftop pool deck. Shimmering white sand. A Roman-style underground spa. Authentic Jamaican flavors.  This is the story at the newest, hippest resort in Montego Bay: the S Hotel, which has helped transform downtown Mobay in recent years with a […]


The 10 Best Hotels in Jamaica, From Half Moon to Goldeneye

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Travelers to Jamaica have lots of choices of where to stay on the Caribbean island. For most, that includes some of Jamaica’s outstanding all-inclusive resorts (which we’ll cover in a later article). But the island has a strong selection of […]


About Jamaica

Welcome to Jamaica, an island renowned for its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. Located in the Caribbean Sea, Jamaica is a veritable paradise for travelers seeking a tropical getaway.

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Tourism is a pivotal sector for Jamaica, contributing significantly to the nation’s economy. The island attracts millions of visitors yearly, drawn to its sandy beaches, lush mountains, and vibrant local culture. Whether it’s the rhythmic allure of reggae music, the tantalizing flavors of jerk cuisine, or the refreshing experiences offered by adventure sports such as river rafting and snorkeling, Jamaica offers a diverse range of attractions and activities to suit all preferences.

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