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The Caribbean is the go-to spot for Americans traveling abroadmainly for two reasons: the beaches are breathtaking, bordered by rows of tall palm trees with crystal clear waters for swimming, and world-class amenities, with a luxury travel industry found nowhere else in the world.
If you’re a sun seeker, chances are you’ll probably head to the Caribbean as soon as the cold winds start blowing, but with so many islands to choose from, you might feel torn about where best to go, not only because of nature, but also quality of the services provided.
In this article we give you 5 reasons why this is the case beautiful Jamaicaa country that has become extremely popular lately and that you should definitely visit:
Nature
First and foremost, we need to talk about it Jamaica’s unparalleled beauty. Being a Caribbean island country, it has enormous natural wealth, consisting of green protected nature reserves, jungles dotted with hidden waterfalls and a whopping 1000 kilometers of coastline.
It’s the ideal destination if you want to reconnect with nature, especially after the last three harrowing years we’ve survived together, and you feel like you could use someaway from all the hustle and bustle of your city life.
Whether you hike the landmark One Love Trail, a bucket list item for adventurers who visit Jamaica for the breathtaking views over the emerald green landscape, or simply relax by the pool at a beachfront hotel, Jamaica offers that idyllic escape you’ve ever been to. desire so bad.
Slow lifestyle
Part of the reason why travelers love Jamaica, and why international arrivals do too rose this year already by more than 50 percent compared to 2019 slow lifestyle.
Apart from the capital and largest city Kingston, most of the island is rural.
Although the resort zones are known for their exciting nightlife and entertainment, Jamaica is at its core a remarkably rural country, where a majority of the population lives in small settlements amid the abundant greenery or along the coast and lives a peaceful life.
It is the perfect place to go if you want to relax and enjoy the landscape. That’s why Jamaica has recently become popular as a wellness hub in the wider Caribbean, with its high concentration of nature-oriented activities, spas and relaxation retreats.
Well-equipped resorts
Besides the beautiful nature, the most powerful asset in the country is undoubtedly the collection of luxury all-inclusive resorts, often found in coastal towns like Montego Bay, Negril and Ocho Rios. These three places are similar in character:
Although they vary drastically when it comes to clientele – Montego Bay is more family-friendly than Negril, for example – they all have one feature in common: a well-appointed resort strip and tourist zone and sandy beaches fringed by turquoise seas.
This fall, you can stay at an all-inclusive Sea Garden in Montego Bay for just $212 per night when booking for dates mid-October, or even as cheap as $156 at the Deja Resort, just 150 meters from the beach.
In Negril, the Royalton (an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort) has rates starting at $236 for a luxury junior suite, while budget travelers can opt for a standard room at the Travelers Beach Resort, not all-inclusive, for just $116 per night.
Finally, Ocho Rios is the most affordable alternative Overall this upcoming season, with overnight stays at the Hibiscus Lodge Hotel, including breakfast only, on sale for $139 Booking.comand even cheaper deals at the Pineapple Court Hotel – $100 per night – and GoldenView Guesthouse, for just $59.
That said, five-star listings in Ocho Rios can be considerably more expensive, with a night’s stay at the signature Jamaica Inn costing you a whopping $528.
Safe resort areas
In case you were wondering, Jamaica is safe to visit this fall.
While it is true that the country has seen periods of urban violence in the recent past, with successive states of emergency being declared to combat the rise in crime in Kingston and other major urban areas, the resort areas are incredibly safe.
That’s because criminals don’t usually operate in the resorts, as the Jamaican government ensures that they are quite well policed and supervision is strict, and the risk of becoming a victim of crime while staying at your resort complex, which many holidaymakers end up will do is virtually zero.
It goes without saying that this doesn’t mean Jamaica is risk-free or that you should let your guard down, especially if you’re exploring Kingston or walking around downtown Montego Bay yourself rather than being part of an organized tour:
Always stay in the tourist areas as they are much safer than suburban zones. Never walk alone in deserted, unfamiliar areas outside your hotel at night, and avoid wearing jewelry outside your hotel: this will likely put a target on your back.
Many affordable direct flights
The final reason why Jamaica is so popular right now is the wide availability of flights from the United States, Canada and other popular markets.
It has never been easier for North Americans to visit this island paradise cheaper.
Last year, in the wake of Jamaica’s reopening to tourismFrontier launched new nonstop flights for just $99 one-way to Montego Bay, while American Airlines also added services to the popular resort zone from strategic US cities.
At least 20 US departure points offer nonstop flights to Jamaican destinations, mainly Montego Bay or Kingston, in 14 different states, usually at extremely affordable prices, making Jamaica one of the most accessible Caribbean destinations for US passport holders.
Recently, Jamaica announced the introduction of a new entry form that applies to all foreign visitors.
It must be completed online, preferably before departure, and it makes crossing the Jamaican border easier. Read more about this recent development here.
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