New Riu Adults-Only Hotel to Open in Montego Bay in November 2016
Riu, an all-inclusive resort firm, plans to open its new resort in Montego Bay on November 16, 2016. The new hotel will be the second adults-only accommodation in the firm’s sub-brand Riu Reggae. The hotel will include concierge service, free Wi-Fi and premium liquor, as well as four restaurants. The restaurant offerings feature an international […]
Day 215 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Make a Trek through Abeokuta Paradise Nature Park
Abeokuta Paradise Nature Park in Negril features fresh mineral waters that cascade along a 400-year-old aqueduct. Lots of tropical property to explore. See stands of bamboo, swing from a rope, or take a nature hike. You can take a relaxing float on the waters. A peaceful, beautiful place where you can leave your troubles behind. […]
Day 214 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Experience the Thrill of Deep Sea Sport Fishing
Go along with an expert captain and crew who can take you to the best places to fish for mahi mahi, tuna, saltfish, blue marlin, and wahoo. Even if you don’t catch anything, the experience is worth while for the spectacular views of shining sands and sparkling Caribbean waters. If you’re new to the deep […]
Day 213 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Munchies at the Montego Bay Jerk Festival
If you’re ready for some food adventure beyond the buffet at your hotel, take on the Montego Bay Jerk Festival (July 31-August 1, 2016) held at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Center. This is the real thing: fiery pork grilled in the Jamaican style. Two dozen food stands will feature jerk foods created by specialist chefs […]
Day 212 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Do Some Shopping at the Craft Market
You’ll want to be sure to take home some souvenirs of your trip to Jamaica, so don’t miss the Craft Market at Seven Mile Beach in Negril. You’ll find real Jamaican bargains and many choices at the duty-free area of the town on everything from clothing and hats to jewelry and sea shells. Conch shells […]
Day 211 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Bamboo River Rafting on the Martha Brae River
Journey on the green waters of the Martha Brae River on a 30-foot raft as your guide offers information about the lush rainforest you’re passing through. You’ll see jungle animals, exotic foliage, and discover locations where some of the James Bond films were made. Hear the sounds of the jungle as you recline on a […]
Jamaica on Virtuoso’s Hot 10 List of Destinations for Summer 2016
Virtuoso, a luxury travel network and consortia, released its Top 10 list of destinations for tourists to visit in the summer of 2016, and Jamaica made the list of the “Hot 10.” Virtuoso’s lists are based on information from the group’s travel agency members that are based in the United States and Canada and reflect […]
Reach Falls, Montego Bay, Negril Sea View – This Week’s Picks for Best Jamaica Instagram Photos
Check out this week’s best photos of Jamaica and Jamaican culture on Instagram. Our favorites this week include images from Reach Falls, Montego Bay, Negril Sea View. If you would like your photo featured on our site tag your shots with the hashtag #jamaicansphotos and follow us @jamaicans_com on Instagram. Reach Falls, Portland by @jackmorley […]
Day 210 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – See Pictographs at Mountain River Cave
Mountain River Cave is located in Cudjoe Hill in the parish of St. Catherine and measures 115 feet in length and 35 feet deep. There are some well-preserved pictographs on the wall of the cave, which depict birds, fish, turtles and other figures. The pictographs were made by early settlers in the area and are […]
Residents of These Five USA States Love to Travel to Jamaica
According to data collected by Orbitz, the people living in these five states of the United States choose Jamaica as their top travel destination. Residents of the states of Virginia, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and Georgia love to visit the tropical island nation. Orbitz discovered the popularity of Jamaica as a travel destination among these states […]