Jamaica – the land of reggae music and college kids on spring break – is a wonderful place to go on vacation.  Whether your trip is a family vacation, honeymoon, or romantic getaway, Jamaica is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.  You can stay in Montego Bay and enjoy their wonderful restaurants, many shops, golf, and exciting clubs, or rent a room in Negril, the place to go for gorgeous beaches and adventurous nightlife.  Hungry for bananas?  Make your destination Port Antonio, which is known for being the banana capitol of the world.  

There is so much to see and do in Jamaica that one trip won’t even come close to covering it all.  Jamaica is known for its beautiful beaches, but you’ll also find winding rivers and lush mountains and forests.  If you’re really adventurous, you might enjoy exploring one of Jamaica’s caves or doing some white river rafting on a bamboo raft.  If you aren’t the adventurous type – or if you’re stuck with an unlucky rainy day – Jamaica’s many museums also make interesting things to add to your itinerary.

Jamaica is a very musical place, and you’ll see this love of music reflected in Jamaican culture.  Jamaica is the home of legendary singer Bob Marley, and February has been chosen as Reggae month in celebration of this unique music style.  In addition, Jamaica holds several festivals and music shows all year round, so you should be able to catch a good show if you visit during other months of the year.   If you like the beat of Reggae music, you’ll love the Reggae Fest in Kingston, although you’ll need to play it safe if you attend.  Pickpockets and more sinister criminals sometimes frequent the larger festivals, preying on tourists and visitors.

There are several airlines that fly to Jamaica, including Delta and Air Jamaica.  Jamaica has two major airports – Sangter International in Montego Bay and Norman Manley in Kinston, which is Jamaica’s capitol.  From either of these locations, you can rent a car or take another plane to other parts of the island once you touch down.   Airline ticket prices will vary depending on the time of year that you’re traveling and what airline you fly on.  Other factors, of course, include how many people are in your traveling party and whether they are children or adults.

The cost of staying in Jamaica varies depending on whether you plan to stay in a simple hotel or in more luxurious accommodations.  Hotels are the cheapest accommodations for you and your family, and range anywhere from $100/day to over $400/day, depending on the amenities they offer.  Beachfront hotels are more expensive, but well worth the cost – especially if you’re traveling with young children.  Rates for a luxury villa in Jamaica for one week can range from $1800 to $13,000.  This may seem expensive, but some villas have six or more bedrooms and can accommodate larger groups.  When you split the cost six ways and take into consideration the fact that the rates are weekly – not daily – a villa may make more sense if you’re traveling with friends or other family members.