The All-Inclusive Jamaica Experience

Jamaica is world famous for its pristine silver beaches that are washed by the gentle waves of its turquoise sea; its green plains that rise to a spectacular mountainous landscape; and the hypnotizing rhythms of his Reggae beat. Jamaica is a lush park in the tropics where the fun never ends! Jamaica’s varied culture creates a lively and colorful atmosphere. The majority of the population is of African descent, but there are also European, Chinese, Arab and East Indian influences. Jamaica is the third largest island in the Caribbean, at 146 miles long and 51 miles wide, and its highest mountain, Blue Mountain Peak, stands at 7,400 feet above sea level. While English is the official language, the local population speaks Patois, which is a mixture of African and English. In fact, newcomers to an all-inclusive resort in Jamaica often find the language incomprehensible at first; but they soon pick it up.

Christopher Columbus was the first European to visit Jamaica, landing on the north coast in 1492. Of course, Columbus thought he had reached India, even though he couldn’t find the perfumes, spices, and silks he had been promised. to carry Queen Elizabeth. After Columbus came the Spanish settlers who began raising cattle and sugar plantations. Over the next century, as Spain vied for power over the seas with England, the British mounted an expedition against Hispaniola (now the island of Haiti and the Dominican Republic) in 1665. When this expedition failed, the admirals invaded and conquered Jamaica and they added it to the list of colonies of Great Britain. Jamaica soon became the air of pirates who plundered merchant ships; Port Royal, its main settlement, earned a reputation as the wickedest city in the world. In the late 19th century, tourism replaced piracy as Jamaica’s main industry. English and Americans seeking the warm weather and healthy breeze of the island flocked to the many guest houses that opened to cater to them. Now all-inclusive Jamaica is one of the main tourist destinations in the Caribbean.

Jamaica has one of the most varied and impressive landscapes of any Caribbean island, with its springs, creeks, rivers and waterfalls flowing from forested mountains, through fertile agricultural fields, to white sand beaches and the sea. Visitors to Jamaica can enjoy waterfall climbing, river rafting, and horseback riding, as well as beachcombing and swinging in a hammock. Montego Bay, on the northwest coast of Jamaica, is nestled among mountainous jungles and is surrounded by miles and miles of tropical beach. Most visitors to Jamaica land here before going on to other destinations. Mobay, as it is known, has excellent beaches, restaurants, bars, and a lively nightlife. There are endless activities to enjoy in this great city by the sea. Ocho Rios is the main port serving cruise ships and also offers something for everyone, from beach activities to polo or golf, from shopping to climbing the world famous Dunns River Falls. Negril is famous for its 7-mile long beach under rocky cliffs, for its beautiful sunsets and for the luxurious all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica. If you’re looking for the ultimate place for beach fun, Negril is the place!