| Traveling to distant lands is always an adventure. You | | | | Lonely areas: It is always advisable to travel in groups |
| have so much to look forward to—discovering | | | | and avoid lonely areas especially after dark. Try not |
| new places, meeting new people, and understanding | | | | to stand out in the crowds and don't carry anything |
| a new culture. However, it is important to have some | | | | expensive that might attract unwanted attention. |
| idea of the place you are traveling to so that your | | | | Always carry a copy of your passport and leave the |
| adventure doesn't turn into a nightmare. If you are | | | | original in your Jamaica accommodation rentals safely |
| traveling to Jamaica, here are some tips to that can | | | | locked away. |
| help you enjoy a memorable vacation on the island. | | | | Travel smart in Jamaica |
| Visas and passports | | | | If you purchase a drink from a roadside vendor, |
| 1.As the first step, ensure your passport and visas | | | | then request for a drink without ice. In case, it does |
| are in order. Visitors from European countries, USA, | | | | contain ice cubes, remove them as quickly as |
| Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and | | | | possible. |
| Israel do not require a visa to enter into the country. | | | | Do remember to take along a camera so that you |
| 2.You don't require a travel permit; however you | | | | don't miss the spectacular photo opportunities. As a |
| would need to fill out an immigration card, both on | | | | word of caution though, don't click the natives |
| arrival and departure. | | | | without their permission. Always ask them first. |
| 3.As part of the procedure, you would be required to | | | | Whether on a beach or any other popular tourist |
| show an ongoing or return ticket and a passport | | | | destination, you would be approached by vendors |
| validity of atleast six months. | | | | selling trinkets, eatables and souvenirs. Don't mistake |
| 4.It is also advisable to take travel insurance not just | | | | their persistence for harassment, which means that if |
| for protection against mishaps but also to cover | | | | you don't want to buy, just refuse politely but firmly. |
| cancellations, delay in travel arrangements etc. | | | | Don't disclose the address of your Jamaica |
| What to avoid in Jamaica | | | | accommodation rentals to strangers and especially to |
| Sandflies: These are specially active in the late | | | | salesmen. This is not just for your safety but to |
| afternoons. In case, you get bitten, you can run | | | | ensure that you are not harassed by sales people |
| over-proof run to ease the itching. | | | | calling on you to sell their products. |
| Getting caught in the rain: Avoid getting caught in the | | | | As a closing note, stay in Jamaica villas and |
| rain without a jacket. You can bring along a light, | | | | apartments instead of a hotel. This is because these |
| foldable umbrella and even gift it to a native when | | | | vacation rentals are your home away from home. |
| you leave. | | | | They combine the luxuries and comforts of a hotel |
| Sun burns: Remember to wear a hat and apply ample | | | | with the privacy and space that only a home can |
| sun tan to avoid sun burns especially when you are | | | | provide. If you are not sure which one to choose, try |
| going rafting. The adventure can be good fun but | | | | the Ocho Rios Apartments that not only give you |
| don't underestimate the sun. | | | | the best services at the most affordable prices, but |
| Tap water: Always drink bottled water and avoid | | | | also provide convenient access to some of the |
| tap water. If you are staying in Jamaica villas, you | | | | greatest tourist attractions of Jamaica. |
| can refill your bottles before venturing out. | | | | |