From reggae to cool waters: Fifteen reasons to have fun with a trip to Jamaica
The hippest island in the Caribbean celebrates 60 years of independence. From reggae to rum and coffee to chilled waters, here are 15 reasons to...have fun with a Jamaican getawayJamaica's Blue Mountain Coffee is considered one of the best and most expensive in the worldKingston is home to the Bob Marley Museum, which offers insight into the life of the reggae legend You can stay at the Port Antonio villa where Bond actor Daniel Craig stayed while filming No Time To Die
< p class="byline-section"> Posted: 21:06 BST, 7 Aug 2022 | Updated: 9:13 PM BST, 10 Aug 2022 AdvertisementAs if the good people of Jamaica need more reason to throw a party or three, this year, the Caribbean island celebrates 60 years of independence.
For a week in August, the streets come alive with parades and a host of lively events to commemorate the momentous day of 1962 - now known as the name of Jamaica Day - with visitors are more than welcome. But while the anniversary festivities peaked last night (or, more likely, early this morning), there are still plenty of reasons to head to this sunny paradise.
1. White coral sand beaches line the island. Some are chargeable and a bit more relaxed, while public beaches are livelier and more fun. Around Port Antonio, try small but beautiful Frenchman's Cove or Winnifred Beach for a local vibe. The city of Ocho Rios has Fantasy Beach, while Montego Bay has Doctor's Cave and Harmony Beach. And Negril has five miles of sweltering, west-facing sand, so it might be best to sit at a bar - maybe Skylark or Woodstock.
2. Most hotels are found along the north coast between Port Antonio and the towns and beaches of...
As if the good people of Jamaica need more reason to throw a party or three, this year, the Caribbean island celebrates 60 years of independence.
For a week in August, the streets come alive with parades and a host of lively events to commemorate the momentous day of 1962 - now known as the name of Jamaica Day - with visitors are more than welcome. But while the anniversary festivities peaked last night (or, more likely, early this morning), there are still plenty of reasons to head to this sunny paradise.
1. White coral sand beaches line the island. Some are chargeable and a bit more relaxed, while public beaches are livelier and more fun. Around Port Antonio, try small but beautiful Frenchman's Cove or Winnifred Beach for a local vibe. The city of Ocho Rios has Fantasy Beach, while Montego Bay has Doctor's Cave and Harmony Beach. And Negril has five miles of sweltering, west-facing sand, so it might be best to sit at a bar - maybe Skylark or Woodstock.
2. Most hotels are found along the north coast between Port Antonio and the towns and beaches of...
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