| There is no place like Jamaica. Are you visiting this | | | | one of the most pristine beaches in the entire |
| island paradise in the near future? If so, there are a | | | | country. You can hike to the top and spend an |
| number of tours and places to see that you should | | | | afternoon scaling down the cliff for a beautiful view |
| put on your itinerary. Who knows ... maybe after | | | | of the ocean. |
| visiting these locations, you'll love Jamaica so much | | | | 10. Somerset Falls: Outside of Port Antonio in |
| that you will decide to never leave! | | | | northern Jamaica you can see the Somerset Falls. |
| Cities of Interest | | | | You can even go for a dip in the rock pool. |
| Much of Jamaica is rural, but there are a few popular | | | | Experiencing Jamaican Culture |
| cities that you should be sure to visit. Many of these | | | | Jamaican culture is loud and colorful, and you should |
| cities are focused on tourism as the number one | | | | not leave this country without a first-hand taste of |
| industry, so they are friendly to visitors from around | | | | Jamaican music, dance, food, religion, and the arts. |
| the world. Jamaica's official language is English, so | | | | Luckily, there are a number of cultural hot spots you |
| you'll be able to navigate around any of the following | | | | can visit for a first-hand experience with the people |
| cities: | | | | of Jamaica: |
| - Kingston: The largest city in Jamaica is the nation's | | | | - Devon House, Kingston: Once the home of a gold |
| capital of Kingston. This city caters to tourists, with a | | | | millionaire, today it is a home filled with antiques, |
| number of hotels and restaurants available for | | | | preserved historical rooms, and tours through an illegal |
| visitors. It is also the location of the United States | | | | gambling room that was run by the original owner. |
| Embassy. While in Kingston, you can visit notable sites | | | | - Appleton Rum Distillery, Montego Bay: You can |
| like the Bob Marley Museum, Hellshire Beach, The | | | | travel to this location via the "Appleton Express" bus |
| National Gallery of Jamaica, Plumb Point Lighthouse, | | | | line to take a tour of this rum plant. You even get a |
| and the Hope Botanical Gardens. | | | | complimentary bottle of rum at the end of the tour! |
| - Ocho Rios: The port town of Ocho Rios is one of | | | | - Rose Hall, Montego Bay: Annie Palmer, better |
| the most popular cruise ship destinations in the | | | | known as the "White Witch", once lived in this |
| Caribbean. It is famous for its beaches and mineral | | | | mansion. An English orphan adopted by a Haitian |
| springs, especially at Dunn's River Falls. While in Ocho | | | | voodoo priestess, the White Witch is said to have |
| Rios, you can see their famous 100+-year-old turtle, | | | | murdered several of her husbands and slave lovers |
| swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Cove, and hit the | | | | on her Jamaican property. Keep a watch out for her |
| nightlife in Margaritaville. | | | | ghostly appearances while on a guided tour of the |
| - Montego Bay: Montego Bay is the most popular | | | | estate. |
| tourist destination in Jamaica, in part due to the fact | | | | - Negril Crafts Market, Negril: This open-air market has |
| that it is home to the country's largest airport, the Sir | | | | a much calmer atmosphere than the larger markets in |
| Donald Sangester International Airport. This | | | | tourist towns like Ocho Rios. It is less crowded, so |
| destination is home to Doctor Cave's Beach and a | | | | vendors will be vying for your attention. Don't be |
| number of world-renowned golf courses. | | | | afraid to negotiate for a much lower price than what |
| Connection with Nature | | | | they originally offer. |
| While in Jamaica, consider focusing on the natural | | | | - Walkerswood, near Ocho Rios: The town of |
| outdoor sites for part of your vacation. There are a | | | | Walkerswood is popular for its Jamaican cuisine. If |
| number of tours that focus on the environment, and | | | | you're a foodie, this is definitely a place to visit on |
| you can also consider visiting the following natural hot | | | | your next Jamaican vacation. Their famous jerk |
| spots on your own to experience the beauty of this | | | | sauce is featured at all of the neighborhood |
| country: | | | | restaurants, and you can even purchase some to |
| 8. The Mandeville Mountains: Mandeville is a city high in | | | | take home. |
| Jamaica's mountains. This destination is popular for | | | | No matter where you visit in Jamaica, you'll never run |
| bird watching and hiking. You can also explore caves | | | | out of things to see and do. Doing a bit of research |
| in and around this city. | | | | before you leave, however, can help you make sure |
| 9. Lover's Leap at Treasure Beach: In southern | | | | that you are able to visit as many of the country's |
| Jamaica, rock climbers of all ages will enjoy visiting | | | | top sites as possible. |
| Lover's Leap, a high cliff with a lighthouse next to | | | | |