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Home to postcard beaches, reggae music, and lush landscapes punctuated by dramatic waterfalls, Jamaica has long provided an idyllic escape. In this tropical paradise time slows down, stress melts away, and everything is just “Irie.” With our complete Jamaica guide, including Destination Videos, Jamaica Hotel Videos, Dining & Nightlife guide and travel Articles & Notes, planning your next Jamaica vacation will be just as relaxed and easy as a day spent on the beach.

Whether you prefer Ocho Rios, Montego Bay or Negril, our Jamaica Hotel Videos reveal all the details you’ll need to pick the perfect spot. Honeymooners looking for a bit of romance have countless options including luxury all-inclusive resorts Couples Tower Isle, Couples San Souci and Couples Negril, to name just a few. Nature lovers will delight in the tree-house bungalow style accommodations at Sunset at the Palms, or the eco-friendly Half Moon resort with its sprawling property, on-site nature preserve and equestrian center.

Once lodgings are booked and bags are packed, it’s time to plan what to do with our original Jamaica travel programs. Discover our top picks for where to enjoy a cold one with a scenic beach backdrop (the ever-popular Ricks Café and the one-of-a-kind Pelican Bar, and experience A Taste of Jamaica at the Bellefield Great House or indulge in gourmet offerings at Round Hill Resort on Light Delights. Check out Jamaica attractions like exciting white-water rafting and canopy tours on Stir It Up or learn about the island’s heritage and culture in Hands On History.

Go a bit more in-depth with our Dining and Nightlife guide and Jamaica travel Articles and Notes and we guarantee you’ll be on island time in no time.

Destination Videos

Rick's Café Negril - Jamaica Travel Video

Jamaican Sundown

Rick’s Cafe, Jamaica

Raise a Red Stripe beer as daredevils leap from cliffs at Rick's Café, where only the brave bring swimsuits.

Spa and Sea

The Caves Spa, Jamaica

Descend the limestone cliffs of The Caves for a waterfront massage, soundtrack courtesy of the Caribbean Sea.

Rum Shack Baby

The Pelican Bar, Jamaica

Sip Rum Punch and Red Stripe beer at The Pelican Bar, built on a scenic shoal nearly a mile out to sea.

Healing Blends

Fern Tree at the Spa at Half Moon, Jamaica

Absorb Jamaica's lush landscape while experiencing a variety of treatments at Fern Tree, The Spa at Half Moon.

Editor: Kaili Mc Donnough

December 14, 2010

Asked By : Melissa

When is the best time of year to visit Jamaica?

Anytime, of course! The best time to visit Jamaica really depends on you. The weather is always nice, but it is a bit cooler in January and February. If music is your thing, then you should come in July for the Reggae Sumfest. If you do not like crowds, avoid Jamaica's peak seasons: mid-December - mid-April and ...

November 3, 2010

Asked By : Lucy

I love to bring home souvenirs from my trips, but I don't like things that are super touristy. What are some quintessentially Jamaican things that make good mementos?

Like most Caribbean countries you can find beautiful jewelry and pottery, but if you want quintessential Jamaica you should go for either bright red, yellow, and green cloth goods or something with a Rastafarian flair. Wall hangings, embroidered linens and batik clothing will fit well into your suitcase, and ...

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