Breathe in the Jamaican Caribbean: Montego Bay, Jamaica

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Advisor - Johniqua Fluker
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Johniqua Fluker

  • Jamaica

  • All-Inclusive Travel

  • Solo Travel

  • Group Travel

  • Beaches

  • Birthdays

  • Outdoors

  • Local Culture

  • Local Food

  • Coastal

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Curator’s statement

Montego Bay was breathtaking to see and connect with. I experienced some of the most beautiful parts of Jamaica inside and outside of the resort. The food options available to me on this resort were very diverse, especially the spicy and Italian I tried. My trip was a four-day birthday celebration to a destination I never dreamt I would be able to afford. Montego was relaxing, refreshing and exotic. The people were swarming, but it was positive energies, tasteful drinks and special music that made you want to dance and laugh. I would suggest this destination for any celebration because it's very adaptive and fits any fun you wish to have: a true Caribbean experience.

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Where to stay in Jamaica

Hotel Riu Montego Bay

Located on a white sand beach, this Riu property in Jamaica is an adults-only, all-inclusive hotel with 800 rooms, five pools and a waterpark.

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Things to do in Jamaica

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  • Chukka Caribbean Adventures: The best location to experience Ocean Outpost, with ziplining, ATV Safari Trail, horse-riding trail in and out of the ocean and boat tours that include snorkeling.

  • Bamboo Rafting: Enjoy a full-body massage and view of captivating scenery in the river.

  • Dunn's River Falls and Park: Climb the falls, approximately 600ft (183 meters) from the beach to the top and jump into the river falls.

  • Blue Hole: A scenic drive along the North Coast water that takes you to the Blue Hole and Secret Falls. Have a blast jumping off the edge into the deep pool, rope swinging or swimming up under the caves. Then, a 5-minute hike through the woods to the amazing Secret Falls.

  • River Rapids Jamaica: Water tubing where you float downstream until the river runs into the blue Caribbean Sea.

  • Boat Tubing: Available on the resort, perch on a big couchlike tube as the driver of the boat pulls and glides you through the Caribbean sea on different tours of the island.

  • Catamaran Cruises: Ride the coast of Jamaica to the waters off Rick's Cafe in Negril. Snorkel off the boat and sunbathe.

  • Bcloud9 Hookah Bar: Providing an awesome vibe, drinks, service and the best hookah.

Places to eat & drink in Jamaica

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  • Island Strains Herb House: Bar and Grill with adult activities available; sits on the ocean with 3 levels of fun, music and delicious food.

  • Rick's Cafe: The most popular bar in Jamaica and the most famous place from which to watch the magnificent sunset and enjoy reggae music.

  • Kingston Dub Club: Up on the tropical hills of beautiful Kingston, with a dance floor in the midst of this wonderful jungle with epic, unbelievable views.

  • Margaritaville After Dark Nightclub Experience: All you can drink, all night. Skip the long lines and get the party started at Club Ville, Jamaica's hottest nightclub.

  • The Houseboat Grill: Caribbean, seafood, Jamaican and vegetarian-friendly.

  • Resort Restaurants: All available for buffets and non-stop access. Sofia Italian, Gold Drango (Asian) and The Rose Hall Steakhouse.

  • Pepe's - Jerk Station: The food is prepared on a smoked grill, preserving the real country-style jerk chicken and pork that originated in Portland Parish and other local Jamaican favorites.

  • The Pelican Grill: Seafood restaurant with great food, lovely people & waterfall scenic views.

Advisor - Johniqua Fluker

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For more Jamaica travel tips, check out this guide by Fora Advisor Tia Santoro, Beach Vacation in Montego Bay Jamaica. This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Jamaica.