 One of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean, with white sandy beaches, a laid back attitude and plentiful all inclusive resorts, Jamaica sits south of Cuba and west of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Although independent since the 1960s, Jamaica's 2.8 million residents show their British influences by driving on the left and with their passion for sports like cricket.
Tourists arrive in Jamaica via cruise ship or by plane, usually via flights into Kingston or Montego Bay, although flights to the popular resort areas of Negril and Ocho Rios are also available. Travel throughout Jamaica is easy with taxis, buses and rental car, although the roads are not kept up as well as they are in North America.
In addition to the popular jerk chicken, visitors to Jamaica should also try the ackee fruit, curries and cassava pancakes called bammy. Enjoy your meal with a bottle of Red Stripe, ginger beer or a drink mixed with Jamaican rum.
Learn more about Jamaica through their tourist board at www.visitjamaica.com
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Jamaica enjoys a tropical climate, characterized by high temperatures and humid conditions year-round. Average temperature ranges from 19 degrees Celsius to 32 degrees Celsius .
Though Jamaica is known for our warmth and sunshine, the island sees two rainy seasons from May to June and September to November. Also, hurricanes may pass over the island primarily during the months June to September.
Will it rain during your holiday? If it does, don't worry. Most times, the short tropical showers provide a welcome break from the afternoon heat – just look at it as liquid sunshine, not rain!
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