This will be a general overview of Jamaica.  Jamaica is located south of Cuba in the Caribbean Sea.  There are almost 3 million people that live on the island. The largest cities being Kingston, Spanish Town and Montego Bay. The island is large compared to other Caribbean islands.  Getting here is easy since many airlines fly here.

Jamaica is the perfect place to have a resort wedding or a laid back honeymoon.  I first visited Jamaica way back in the mid 80's and did not like it.  I made my observation by spending 8 hours on the island from a cruise ship.  I visited several times from a cruise ship and still was not convinced this was a great location.  I was WRONG!

Angel and I traveled there and stayed for a week and fell in love with the island a few years ago. We have been back several times since then. There is natural beauty at every turn. I think at the port folks can get pushy.  They know you are there for only a short period of time.  We have shopped in small craft markets in the middle of the island with no problem.  Just like my hometown(New Orleans) there are a few areas that you should avoid.  Ask your resort if you have questions.

The resorts in Jamaica are world class.  Some of the best all-inclusive are here.  Sandals, Couples, Iberostar, Grand Lido, and Hedonism.  All offer great rooms on great beaches.  They also do resort weddings. If you are looking for something smaller that may have a local feel try the Jamaica Inn, Goldneneye or Royal Plantation.

There are many activities to take part in on this island.  The beaches are great and many hotels or set on wonderful beaches.  There are several world class golf courses on the island, ask your resort if they have an affiliation with one.  Watersports are everywhere!  Most resorts can help with diving and snorkel questions.  How about a raft trip down a lazy river, climbing Dunns River Falls or my favorite Mayfield Falls.

There are many craft markets located throughout the island.  Visit at least one while you are on the island.  The airport has great shopping for higher end goods and there are small malls some in resorts that also have great deals on these goods.  Do not forget to pick up some Blue Mountain Coffee.  I think this is the best coffee in the world. 

No doubt in my mind you will have a great time in Jamaica. In the future we will break down the different tourist areas on the island.

Next time we will touch on Hawaii!