| ou interested in traveling to Jamaica? If this is your | | | | all-inclusive Jamaica resorts. They are a great deal and |
| first time doing so, the process may seem | | | | convenient to book, as most of your vacation is |
| overwhelming. The good news is that it is very easy | | | | included in their costs. This should include food, drinks, |
| to make your Jamaica travel plans. In fact, you can | | | | tips, and some entertainment. |
| do so in 9 easy steps. | | | | It is also recommended that you examine the |
| 1 – Obtain a Valid Passport | | | | purpose of your vacation, as it can help you find the |
| If you do not have a valid passport this is the first | | | | perfect Jamaica resort. In additional to traditional |
| step you will want to take. A passport is required for | | | | resorts, there are Jamaica family resorts, couples |
| admittance into Jamaica from the United States. You | | | | resorts, singles resorts, and adult only resorts. |
| should allow up to two months for your passport to | | | | 6 – Make Jamaica Resorts Reservations |
| arrive. | | | | When making reservations for a Jamaica resort, use |
| 2 – Decide on a Destination | | | | a trusted online website or go directly to the source. |
| Although you have already selected Jamaica as your | | | | This is important with all-inclusive Jamaica resorts, as |
| vacation destination, where on the island would you | | | | you don’t want any strings attached. |
| like to visit? Negril, Montego Bay, Runaway Bay, and | | | | Make sure the dates for your resort and airline |
| Ocho Rios, are a few popular choices. | | | | reservations match. |
| When deciding on a Jamaica vacation destination, look | | | | 7 – Research Area Attractions |
| for nearby activities and attractions. Should you | | | | Having a good time is an important part of planning a |
| venture outside of your resort, have many options. | | | | trip to Jamaica. Before you leave, use the internet or |
| Speaking of resorts, popular destinations, such as the | | | | request free travel guides to familiarize yourself with |
| four mentioned above, should have more resorts to | | | | local attractions. Guided tours come highly rated and |
| choose from. | | | | recommended. If concerned with safety, inquire at |
| 3 – Decide on a Date of Travel | | | | your resort as to which areas of Jamaica are the |
| Your date of travel is important, as it will impact your | | | | safest to visit. |
| travel arrangements. Most recommend visiting | | | | In addition to researching area attractions, closely |
| Jamaica for at least five to seven days. When | | | | examine your Jamaica resort. Many have a number |
| choosing your travel dates, keep in mind | | | | of amenities, services, and facilities available for you |
| Jamaica’s rainy season, between the months | | | | to use. Beachfront resorts should allow free access |
| of May and June and September and October. | | | | to the beach. Upscale resorts may have an onsite |
| Your dates of travel can also save you money on | | | | golf course or fitness center. Family resorts are likely |
| your Jamaica vacation. Typically, it is cheaper to fly in | | | | to have scheduled events, a playground, and game |
| the middle of the week, as opposed to on holidays | | | | room. |
| or weekends. | | | | 8 – Arrange Transportation |
| 4 – Make Your Airline Reservations | | | | If you intend to spend most of your Jamaica |
| You should have a number of options when traveling | | | | vacation at your resort, transportation may not be |
| to Jamaica. For that reason, be sure to compare | | | | an issue, but how will you get to the resort from the |
| them all. Look for airlines with the shortest layovers, | | | | airport? Inquire about airport transfers and their |
| especially if you are coming from the Northern United | | | | costs, as it may be cheaper than taking public |
| States. Most importantly, price compare to find the | | | | transportation. |
| best deals. | | | | 9- Set Aside Spending Money |
| 5 – Examine and Compare Jamaica Resorts | | | | Even if you opt for a Jamaica all-inclusive travel |
| On the island, you have multiple Jamaica resorts to | | | | package, where the cost of your food, drinks, tips, |
| choose from. Instead of opting for the first resort | | | | and entertainment is included, extra spending money |
| you come across, examine and compare your | | | | is recommended. Whether you want to purchase |
| options. In terms of overnight accommodations, it | | | | souvenirs or visit attractions with admission fees, |
| shouldn’t be about getting the cheapest | | | | access to at least a hundred dollars is advised. Since |
| price, but getting the better value. | | | | many credit and bank cards are accepted, this does |
| To get the most out of your vacation, examine | | | | not all necessarily need to be in cash. |