Where to Stay: Crystal Cove, JamaicaSnugly located between the Blue Mountains and the Caribbean Sea, Port Antonio on Jamaica’s eastern coast is one of the most celebrated vacation spots on the island. Best suited for the discriminating traveler, seeking privacy while being located among the greenest and lushest part of Jamaica. Port Antonio offers visitors rich natural beauty, rugged coastlines, romantic beaches, wonderful waterfalls. Among its natural wonders there are hidden coves, beautiful flowing rivers and the Blue Mountain range rising to its peak throughout this beautiful tropical sanctuary.
( via Varun Baker ) Crystal Cove is a charmingly appointed seaside three-bedroom, three bath villa located on the famous Blue Lagoon. Offering quiet corners for relaxation while you gaze out over the peaceful Caribbean Sea, the upstairs terrace, outside of two of the bedrooms, is furnished with plantation chairs and cushions so you can enjoy the ultimate in comfort while taking in the scenery. Have breakfast, lunch or dinner on the spacious ocean front indoor dining room or on your outdoor terrace which is shaded by a large Almond Tree right at the water’s edge. From your balcony look for the reef only 20 yards from your villa. An enlarged, lighted, dock is available for sunning and star gazing. May 31, 2011 at 10:31 pm | Weddings & Honeymoons, Where to Stay | No comment Events: Jamaica International Ocho Rios Jazz Festival 2011Jamaica’s ‘village of eight rivers’ will come alive with the sounds of cool jazz by top local stars and internationally renowned artists as we celebrate the 21st anniversary of The Jamaica International Ocho Rios Jazz Festival from June 11-19. 2011. The festival, which has earned a well-deserved reputation as the Caribbean’s best mainstream jazz festival will feature over 30 events throughout the island from Negril, Montego Bay, Runaway Bay, South Coast, Port Antonio to Kingston during “Jazz Week”.
( via ) The annual festival has over the course of 21 years developed and established itself as a recognized authority for promoting and showcasing distinguished International as well as Jamaican and Caribbean Jazz musicians/artists. Its format is one of a kind and is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of “Classical Black Music and America’s First Art Form.” The opening night of this year’s staging of the International Ocho Rios Jazz Festival will serve as Jamaica’s first major event in celebration of the International Year for People of African Descent. May 31, 2011 at 6:06 pm | Jamaica Events | No comment Where to Visit: Discovery Bay, JamaicaOne of the most picturesque natural harbours in the Caribbean, Discovery Bay was renamed in 1947 to commemorate the place where it was once thought that Christopher Columbus first set foot on Jamaican soil. Discovery Bay is home to Columbus Park, an open-air museum facility featuring various Columbian and Colonial artefacts. Since Columbus, many others have discovered the beauty of Discovery Bay, and over the years a small town has developed around the bay area.
( via ) On one side of the bay lies the Kaiser Bauxite Company’s wharf and Columbus Park, which overlooks the azure cove from the western end. On the other side are various private homes, resorts and the family-oriented Puerto Seco beach, whose pristine white sand and relaxing appeal can only be described as breathtaking. Once, it was thought that Discovery Bay was the place that Columbus first landed in Jamaica, and that was the town’s claim to fame. Today, historians have proven otherwise, but Discovery Bay can now hold its own as a charming town resting on the edge of an exquisite notch of the Jamaican coastline. May 25, 2011 at 7:15 pm | Ocho Rios, Where to Visit | No comment Weddings & Honeymoons: Weddings at Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & SpaThe sights, sounds and flavours of a Jamaican wedding and honeymoon are as varied and vivid as the imagination. Our immaculate white sands, sparkling waterfalls and rivers, majestic mountains and multi-coloured gardens create magical settings in which to celebrate your special occasion. Beachfront on the northern coast of the island, only a half an hour outside Montego Bay, the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa awaits you and your loved one for a romantic experience you’ll never forget.
( via ) The Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa is set on a beautiful beachfront estate and shares grounds with the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa. These two new resorts form a spectacular complex that offers everything a bride and groom and their guests could wish for to make their stay absolutely perfect. With 450 Junior Suites & 90 Suites, a tantalizing variety of cuisine that includes 7 A la carte restaurants and 3 Buffet restaurants. 12 Bars distributed throughout the complex a First class Spa & Wellness Center, pool with built in jacuzzis and swim-up bars, Casino and Shopping Center there’s enough to entertain everyone. Not to mention its charming beachfront and spectacular views. May 24, 2011 at 3:26 pm | Montego Bay, Weddings & Honeymoons | 1 comment Travel Resources: 5 Must See Rivers and Waterfalls in JamaicaThere’s more to Jamaica than just scrumptious food, stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife. The island is bejeweled with fascinating hidden gems and natural wonders suited for anyone looking for an off the beaten path adrenaline rush or simply a tranquil day amongst seductive scenery. Numerous navigable rivers and exhilarating waterfalls offer a number of exciting opportunities for activities and adventures. To help you decide which ones to visit here’s a list of 5 Must See Rivers and Waterfalls in Jamaica: Dunn’s River
Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios is one of Jamaica’s most celebrated national treasures. It is hands down the island’s most frequented waterfall and one of most popular attractions in the Caribbean. This 600-foot majestic waterfall, known as “the Niagara of Jamaica” sees thousands of visitors from around the world each year climbing the limestone rock formation as water cascades past them and splashes into the ocean below. A truly outstanding treasure for everyone from the adventurous tourist to the more cautious individuals and an experience the whole family can truly enjoy together. May 18, 2011 at 3:21 pm | Negril, Ocho Rios, Off the Beaten Path, Portland, The South Coast, What to Do, Where to Visit | No comment What to Do: Rafting on the Rio Grande, JamaicaPort Antonio, Jamaica is today’s grown-up playground for mature free spirits. The old seaside town has long been a favourite resort for the rich and famous who, attracted to the seclusion, sophistication and serenity of the place, built elegant villas in the surrounding areas. A picture-perfect display of nature’s finest works with dazzling walls of green mountainside slipping into crystalline waters. Port Antonio’s quiet charm casts a romantic spell that’s sure to enchant you.
Port Antonio is one of the most accessible towns in Jamaica. Within the town itself, few places are out of walking or bicycling distance. From end-to-end, graceful old buildings with Jamaican gingerbread verandas and elabourate fretwork transoms evoke illusions of grandeur from a time when the banana trade was at its zenith, and movie stars mingled effortlessly with the local elite. This is where you’ll find the famed Rio Grande River. Fed by torrential rains rushing down from as high as approximately 1000 meters in the Blue Mountains the Rio Grande river valley is dominated by bamboo and banana groves and rafting on the Rio Grande is the ultimate vacation treat. May 16, 2011 at 3:20 pm | Portland, What to Do | No comment Where to Visit: Holywell Recreational Park, JamaicaThe world famous Blue Mountains in Jamaica get their distinctive, almost hypnotic shade of blue from being so far above sea level that they are almost perpetually cushioned in mist sometimes so heavy one feels as though stepping out into a dream. The Blue Mountain range sprawls across the eastern portion of the island for a length of 28 miles and an average width of about 12 miles. They rise steeply in an area so compact that it is possible to drive from the coastal plains to its elevation of over 7,000 feet in less than an hour.
( via ) A majestic and beautiful environment, home to many indigenous flora and fauna, The Blue Mountains are one of the most popular regions for campers and outdoor enthusiasts and is home to Holywell Recreational Park, Jamaica’s only terrestrial national park protecting 1/3 of the island’s natural forests. Located 3,500 ft above sea-level The Blue Mountain and John Crow Mountains National Park spans 3 parishes in Jamaica and Holywell is just a 90 minute drive from the island’s Capital, Kingston. Spanning Hardwar Gap, Holywell protects 120 hectares of remnant woodland, lush with dozens of fern species, epiphytes, impatiens, violets, nasturtiums, wild strawberries and raspberries. The mist-shrouded uppermost slopes are densely forested with rare primary montane forest. Pine trees dominate. It is also one of the best bird-watching spots in the island. May 13, 2011 at 1:01 pm | Kingston, Where to Visit | No comment Meetings & Incentives: Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference 2011The 2011 Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference (CHTIC) will be the fifteenth year of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and the Caribbean Tourism Organization managing the region’s most successful and longest-standing tourism investment event and they anticipate a very well attended and supported conference. Set for May 10th-12th, 2011 at the Iberostar Rose Hall Suites Hotel, the conference is part of the effort to continue to make the Caribbean and in particular Jamaica, the global destination of choice.
Building on the momentum achieved in recent years with a growing interest in Caribbean tourism development, CHTIC is staged by two not-for-profit organizations – CHTA and the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). CHTA represents the regional hotel and tourism associations and CTO is the public sector tourism body which represents the countries of the region. All funds from the conference are being reinvested in the region for the benefit of the Caribbean tourism industry. May 9, 2011 at 5:07 pm | Meetings and Incentives | No comment Where to Stay: Idle Awhile, Negril, JamaicaLocated on the westernmost tip of Jamaica, on Negril’s famous sparkling 7 mile beach Idle Awhile Resort is ideal for travelers looking for a peaceful vacation in an intimate tropical beach resort. Among other things this charming vacation spot presents the perfect place to view Negril’s famous dramatic sunsets while escaping the bustle of crowded lobbies and beaches.
( via Idle Awhile ) With 6 One Bedroom Suites, complete with Kitchens and Large Verandahs. One Junior Suite with a Kitchenette and an enclosed patio. 8 Deluxe Rooms with Large Verandahs. Three Idle Away Villas and fragrant tropical flowers and delightful vegetation surrounding you as you walk back and forth between the beach and your suite, Idle Awhile is a cozy slice of paradise catering to families, singles and couples. The resort is also popular for its bewitching beach view restaurant which features a variety of snacks, Jamaican delicacies and beverages. May 9, 2011 at 12:31 pm | Negril, Weddings & Honeymoons, Where to Stay | No comment Travel Resources: 5 Places to Eat in Portland, JamaicaThe parish of Portland on Jamaica’s east coast is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places on the island. With its stunning blue waters, romantic coves, remote white sand beaches, breathtaking panoramic views and some of the best food on the island Portland has long been a favourite getaway spot for everyone from celebrities to couples on their honeymoon and families on vacation. With it’s rustic charm, waterfalls, and river rafting it is perfect for any nature lover and this is part of it’s allure. There are so many great places to grab a bite in Portland that visitors might a little help narrowing down the options. For that here’s a list of 5 Places to Eat in Portland, Jamaica:
Woody’s Low Bridge Place Located East of Port Antonio, on the main road between Trident Castle and Frenchman’s Cove Woody’s Low Bridge Place specialises in homemade burgers, all made from local ingredients. Vegetarians are also well catered for with vegetarian burgers, cheesedogs and grilled cheese sandwiches. Hotdogs and fries are also available. Woody’s has been run by owner Charles “Woody” Cousins and his wife Cherry for 20 years and has earned a reputation as one of the best undiscovered burger shacks in the Caribbean. In addition to serving some of the best burgers around Woody’s is known for their sweet potato pudding and other local specialties such as fish, chicken and peppered steak. To add to its appeal Woody’s has a fantastic atmosphere. Each chequered tablecloth has a little flower bouquet, and the bar walls are covered with Cherry’s invented proverbs and sayings, added to over many years. May 8, 2011 at 9:45 pm | Portland, Where to Eat | No comment |
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