Island Buzz Jamaica https://www.visitjamaica.com/blog/stories/ Sat, 21 Dec 2024 16:53:40 +0000 Experiences in Jamaica: Blue Hole https://www.visitjamaica.com/blog/post/experiences-in-jamaica-blue-hole/ https://www.visitjamaica.com/blog/post/experiences-in-jamaica-blue-hole/#comments https://www.visitjamaica.com/blog/post/experiences-in-jamaica-blue-hole/ Mon, 18 May 2020 22:00:00 -0400

Blue Hole is one of those breathtaking water attractions in Jamaica that’s a favorite for both locals and visitors to the island. It’s a crowd-pleaser that has not been privatized, meaning it’s free to access and you’ll only be paying for your guide which you will discover is well worth the few

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Fitness is a big deal in Jamaica. Many visitors enjoy ‘Fitcations’ which are steadily becoming the go-to type of trip for those travellers seeking to maintain their healthy lifestyles while taking a break. For now, we look at a few of Jamaica’s signature events coming up later in the year when it

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Reggae lovers from all over the world are drawn year in, year out to the cultural stylings of the Rebel Salute reggae festival. This family-oriented event is renowned for its respectable environment free of alcohol,

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Image by: Joshua Cogan

Are you seeking an excursion through the rainforest of Jamaica with a knowledgeable guide? Consider taking a guided hike at Holywell Recreation area for an authentic and memorable experience. The Holywell Recreation area, located in the Blue and John Crow Mountains, offers

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Highlight of Jamaica Inn and Attractions in Ocho Rios via The Epoch Times

Visitors to Jamaica may not be aware that this island just south of Cuba is the third-most populous anglophone country in the Americas, after the United States and Canada.

The high volume of tourists to Jamaica is of course

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Ocho Rios is home to many world renowned attractions such as Mystic Mountain, Dolphin Cove, Blue Hole and the breath-taking Dunn’s River Falls.

HISTORY

Dunn's River Falls is believed to have been the site of the famous battle of "Las Chorreras", fought in 1657 between the Spanish and the English for

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Something For Everyone Awaits in Jamaica

According to findings from the American Academy of Pediatrics, American children spend an average of seven hours a day on entertainment media, including phones, computers, and televisions. Parents are therefore opting for meaningful outdoor and cultural

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In as fascinating a story as the novels themselves, James Bond has his very roots in Jamaica. Not only were all 13 James Bond novels written in Jamaica, but author Ian Fleming was himself enchanted by the island and called Jamaica his home.

Ian Lancaster Fleming of the British Naval Intelligence

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Photo courtesy of Jewel Resorts

Planted in the crystal clear Caribbean Sea, Jamaica is one of the best spots to get sporty on the water or meet some sea life. If you want to paddle out to watch the sunset or dive down to swim among the fish, we have the perfect suggestion.

Jewel Resorts provides

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