Heartbeat of the World
Just under 3 million people inhabit Jamaica with the majority being Christian.
Currency: Jamaican Dollar
Language: English
Visa: C5 Card for all travellers. 60-90 day stay depending on Country of Residence.
Power: 110 volts. Plug types A & B
Safety: Pickpocketing, petty crime and theft are common. Avoid walking alone along beaches at night. Be vigilant at all times.
The island modes of transport are buses, cabs and hire cars & motorbikes.
There
Bob Marley Week – February
Jamaica Carnival – February
Ocho Rios Jazz Festival – June
Emancipation Day – August
Independence Day – August
Port Antonio International Marlin Tournament – September
Africa Jamfest – October
Reggae Marathon – November
Weather is classed as tropical, meaning warm all year round. Winter and Spring are classed as the dry season. The Northeast Tradewinds dominate all year.
Packing:
Lightweight summer clothing, and something to protect from the wind if out on boats.
Accommodation:-
Basic Double Beds with air cond – 6,000 JMD
Mid range Double – 13,000 JMD
Luxury – 46,000 JMD and up
Food:-
Local restaurants – 1,000 JMD pp
Resort or similar – 8,000 JMD pp
Transport:-
Scooter hire – 9,000 JDM per day
Car hire – 12,000 JMD per day
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