When Christopher Columbus laid eyes on Jamaica in 1494, he was moved to write “It is the fairest island eyes have beheld; mountainous and the land seems to touch the sky”. Jamaica is definitely somewhere that you’ll be equally impressed with. The country that gave the world Usain Bolt, Grace Jones and jerk chicken has plenty of surprises up its sleeve for visitors. If you remember the film, Cool Runnings, about the Jamaican Olympic Bobsledding team then you’ll know that this island nation is not to be underestimated. Discover our ultimate guide to Jamaica with tips for what to see and do, when to visit, what to eat and more…
Why Visit Jamaica
Jamaicans are extremely proud of their heritage and love to tell visitors about it. Kevin, our tour guide from Paradise Travels, had an infectious enthusiasm for his country and its many attractions. We learnt that in the 1940s, the island became popular with celebrities including Errol Flynn and Ian Fleming, who wrote many of his James Bond books at GoldenEye. More recently, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Montego Bay for a friend’s wedding. The country has a long tradition of music, with ska and reggae being famous the world over. Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff and Shaggy are just 3 of its most famous exports and many international musicians have recorded here including Harry Styles for his first solo album. Where to Visit in Jamaica
Jamaica is actually the third largest island in the Caribbean...