3. • Jamaica's rich history stretches back beyond the 15th century, and includes
the settlements of the gentle Arawak Indians (who named the island
Xaymaca), Spanish mariners, English conquerors, and Asian migrants, all of
whom added to the multi-ethnic heritage of this Caribbean island. Modern
Jamaica is the land of reggae and rum, wearing a mantle of roughshod
romance that attracts travelers the world over looking to escape the routine
of daily life. The landscape is a mosaic of palmed golden beaches and a
beautiful mountainous interior.
• Once the crown jewel of the British sugar empire, its coastal plains and lofty
jungles are still dotted with colonnaded mansions, thriving plantations, and
ruins of others that did not survive the slave rebellions. Many of the
remaining mansions are now opulent inns flanked not only by the sugar
fields, but also by golf courses, while the beaches that once harbored
ruthless, notorious pirates now harbor vacationers seeking the perfect tan.
And you'll note that music is the heartbeat of Jamaica; nearly everywhere
you go you feel its rhythm pulsing through the air, the marketplaces, through
the locals and, soon enough, through you. For vacationers with a free and
festive spirit, Jamaica is your place to shine!
Jamaica
4. Jamaica
• Jamaica has much more to offer than just the beach. These are some examples
of activities available in Jamaica.
• Swim with dolphins
• River tubing
• 4x4s or ATVs
• River rafting
• Discover Dunn’s River Falls-hike a waterfall
• Zip lining
• Horse back riding
• Rum tours
• River kayaking
• Jamaica bobsled
• Golf
• Shopping
• Segway tour of a historic estate
• Bicycle tours
• Camel ride
• Sunset catamaran sail
• For tour descriptions go to www.islandroutes.com
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6. • Christopher Columbus called it "the fairest land my eyes have ever
seen." Located in the center of the north coast, its deep-water
harbor serves as a cruise port with a dramatic mountain backdrop.
Pleasant beaches, several outstanding hotels, a varied nightlife,
scuba diving, good shopping, and spas offer visitors the full-range
of luxury resort activities. Nearby are the Dunn's River Falls,
Jamaica's most famous attraction, where you climb steps carved
in stone as a cascading river pours down them!
• Ocho Rios is reached via the Montego Bay airport and then a
comfortable transfer to your hotel. Resorts on the North Coast
are between 40 and 75 minutes away; whereas hotels located
farther east in Ocho Rios are a 2-hour ride away. Once there,
you'll immediately settle into the island way of life and where
everything is "no problem.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
8. • 5 Star Resort
• Couples-Only
• All-Inclusive
• Envision a place whose vast scale embraces the full range of Jamaica's
exotic beauty, from a scintillating turquoise sea and alabaster-sand
beaches to softly undulating hills and lush rainforest greenery. Sandals
Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort far exceeds the most lavish
dreams of couples searching for that ideal lovers' getaway in the tropic.
This is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort, including greens fees for
unlimited championship golf, gourmet dining, a renowned scuba program
and full-service spa.
• Situated amidst the gentle slopes of a beautiful 110-acre plantation estate,
this distinctive resort caters to honeymooners and two people in love.
With the perfect blend of gracious service and personalized amenities,
guests can swim in expansive pools including a hidden grotto pool, play
championship golf nearby, dine at gourmet restaurants and experience
true pampering at the Red Lane® Spa. Whatever the activity, guests enjoy
unforgettable stays at this inviting hideaway
Sandals Ochi
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13. • Restaurants
• Sandtrap Grill - Enjoy snacks, daily specials, and grilled items. Open for lunch, and late evenings.
• Bayside - Indoor or outdoor dining option featuring made-to-order omelets and casual fare during the day and
international specialties in the evening. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Gordons On The Pier - Enjoy elegant dining directly on the water, exclusively for guests in the Butler Suites.
Reservations are booked through personal butler. This restaurant is also available with advance reservations for
non-butler guests at an additional cost. Open for dinner. Dress Code: Resort Evening.
• Valentino's - This restaurant showcases Northern Italian specialties including freshly made pasta.
• Arizona Restaurant - Southwestern cuisine is served beachside, with panoramic ocean views.
• The Reef Terrace Grill - Savor French bistro and local specialties prepared on an open grill, with white-glove
service. Marketplace - International cuisine located next to the Great Pool, and serving made-to-order omelets
and casual fare during the day and a wide variety of menu options each evening.
• Dino's Pizzeria - Savor crisp, gourmet pizzas cooked over a wood-fired oven. Open between regular meal times.
• Great House Café - Snack on jerk pork or chicken, sandwiches, fruit, salads, and items from the grill. Open
between regular meal times.
• Manor Restaurant - Enjoy fine, a la carte dining wih a Caribbean flair. Located on the lower lobby floor of the
Great House.
• China Doll/Orchids - World-class Asian cuisine is showcased in this chic restaurant.
• Mariner's Beach Grill - Enjoy jerk pork and chicken, fruit, salads, sandwiches, and snacks served beachside. Open
between regular meal times.
• Neptunes - Mediterranan cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood is served al fresco while listening to the
waves roll onto shore. Open for dinner.
• Kimonos - Japanese Teppanyaki meals are prepared tableside by your entertaining chef.
• Soy - Sushi bar extraordinaire located next to Kimono's restaurant. Chic, Asian décor and only the freshest of
ingredients are found here.
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• Bars
• Rabbit Hole- A chic speakeasy with retro entertainment
• Swim-up Pool Bar (Beach Club) - Open from late morning until early
evening, active pool with entertainment
• Jamie's Sports Bar - Open from late morning until early evening
• Sundowner Bar - Open from early afternoon until late evening
• Wendy's Piano Bar - Open from early evening until 2:00am
• Great House Swim-up Pool Bar - Open from late morning until early
evening
• The Polo Lounge - Open from late morning until 2:00am
• The Disco Bar - Open from late evening until 2:00am
• Swim-up Pool Bar (Riviera Seaside) - Open from late morning until
early evening, quieter pool
• Kimonos Bar - Open each evening
• Beachside and poolside cocktail service
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18. • Three large main pools with swim-up bars
• Four smaller pools throughout the property
• 98 private and semi-private pools
• Multiple whirlpools
• Nightly entertainment
• Piano Bar
• Live Bands
• Talent Night
• White Parties
• Live Shows
• Caribbean Night
• Karoake
• Chocolate Buffet Night
• Beach parties with fire dancers
• State-of-the-art amphitheater
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• Included Activities
• FREE scuba diving for certified divers
• Kayaks
• Windsurfing
• Snorkeling
• Sailing
• Stand-up paddle boards
• Fitness Center
• Beach volleyball
• Tennis
• Billiards
• Aerobic classes
• Sandals Golf Club- Green fees included, dining at clubhouse included, transfers
included, caddies are mandatory
• Red Lane Spa (additional fee)
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• This resort just went through a multi-million dollar renovation.
Some of the new additions include:
• The Rabbit Hole, a 1920’s style Speakeasy with vintage cocktails and
entertainment.
• Ochi Beach Club themed parties
• The Southern Table- southern style home cooking
• Tapas on the Riviera-small portions so you can taste a little of everything
• Several pools have been renovated
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• Property is split into three sections
• Riviera Seaside- Main lobby and beachfront rooms
• Ochi Beach Club- Beach area and active pool
• Riviera Villas- Located on the hillside, villas with semi-private pools, a large
pool with swim-up bar and restaurants. A shuttle is required to access this
side of the property. If you are staying in a butler suite your butler will
transport you in a golf cart.
28. • Located on the northwestern side, "Mo Bay" is the second largest
city in Jamaica and serves as a tourist capital with its busy
international air and cruise ports. It has the greatest
concentration of resorts on the island, as well as many beaches
and golf courses. Tourists love it for the duty-free shopping, good
restaurants, discos, museums, historic buildings, and tours of
nearby rum distilleries.
• Airport is located in Montego Bay
Montego Bay, Jamaica
30. • Four Star Resort
• All-Inclusive
• Adult-Only
• From indigenous art to chic design, Secrets Wild Orchid, Montego Bay
takes its inspiration from the island's gorgeous surroundings, steeped in
the Ethiopian roots of Jamaica's African ancestors. Completely
encompassed by the Caribbean, this adults only resort, sits serenely on a
mile of private beach on the Montego Bay peninsula. Made for the
youthful soul and the young at heart, guests will discover a vibrant
locale with the exclusive amenities of Unlimited-Luxury, beginning with
24-hour room service and breathtaking ocean views.
• The resort is split into two sections, Wild Orchid and St. James, with
separate lobbies. They are sold as two separate resorts but all
restaurants, pools and amenities are shared.
Secrets Wild Orchid/ St. James
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• Four free form pools
• Two swim-up bars
• Poolside wait service
• Three whirlpools
• Three secluded beach areas protected by coral reefs
• Endless daytime activities such as aerobics, basketball, bocce ball,
board games, catamarans, darts, jogging trail, ping-pong, sailing,
soccer, snorkeling, bungee jumping, scuba lessons, tennis (lighted
courts), volleyball, water aerobics, windsurfing, billiards, and yoga
• Nightly theme parties, live entertainment including comedy, song,
and dance, and movies.
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• Himitsu - –Pan-Asian menu including Teppanyaki tables
• Portofino -– Trattoria-style Italian and Mediterranean
• Bordeaux -– French cuisine in aromantic elegant setting
• Blue Mountain -– Jamaican and Caribbean
• El Patio -– Mexican
• World Café -– International buffet
• Seaside Grill - –a la carte breakfast, Tex-Mex lunch, grill and seafood dinner
• Oceana - a la carte breakfast, Tex-Mex lunch, grill and seafood dinner
• Coco Cafe - coffee, tea and pastries
• Room Service -– 24 hours
Bars
• The Lounge
• Manatees Swim-up bar
• Marlin Bar
• Barracuda Beach Bar
• CoCo Café
• Desires Music Lounge
• Piano Bar
• Rendezvous Lobby Bar
• Revive Juice Bar
• Sugar Reef Pool Bar
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41. Notes
• Sandals Grande Riviera
• Large resort
• Lots of choices for dining and entertainment
• Active and quiet areas
• 1.5 hours from airport
• Best price for upgrade to butler
• Secrets St. James/ Wild Orchid
• Modern décor
• Active resort, good night time entertainment
• Nice beach