JAMAICA HOLIDAY REVIEWS
Jamaica
Sipping afternoon tea on a shady balcony with a view of the mountains or a tropical shore, with the distant beat of reggae music floating across from a nearby village. This is the picture conjured up by the alluring island of Jamaica, and it lives up to expectations despite being overrun with tourists. This rich,more
Sipping afternoon tea on a shady balcony with a view of the mountains or a tropical shore, with the distant beat of reggae music floating across from a nearby village. This is the picture conjured up by the alluring island of Jamaica, and it lives up to expectations despite being overrun with tourists. This rich,more
Dunn's River Falls - Omar Davis. Date of travel: Jan 2008
World famous Dunn's River Falls is but one of the many attractions found in and around Ocho Rios, but without a doubt the best known. Made famous by such movies such as Cocktail, Dunn's River Falls is a photographers dream... Hundreds of people each day climb the falls with the help of experienced guides. Others choose to splash around in the ice cold crystal clear pools of the falls or swim in the ocean at the base of the falls. While there, spend some time on the Beach, it is one of the best around.
World famous Dunn's River Falls is but one of the many attractions found in and around Ocho Rios, but without a doubt the best known. Made famous by such movies such as Cocktail, Dunn's River Falls is a photographers dream... Hundreds of people each day climb the falls with the help of experienced guides. Others choose to splash around in the ice cold crystal clear pools of the falls or swim in the ocean at the base of the falls. While there, spend some time on the Beach, it is one of the best around.
Dolphin Cove - beware - Susan. Date of travel: Sep 2006
At Dolphin Cove, they dont have lockers for visitors to put their possessions in, just open cubby holes. For our encounter, we were taken to the pool on the opposite side from where we left our belongings, completely out of view. We were told our possessions were safe as only the staff had access to this area. When I went to purchase my photos, I had $30-$40 less than I thought (not sure exactly what was in my wallet, but definitely more than $25). Not being sure, I didn't raise any issue. But when I got back to my room and saw the cash left in my safe, I realized that money was skimmed from my wallet. Very clever, if I was robbed completely, I would have made an issue right then and there.
At Dolphin Cove, they dont have lockers for visitors to put their possessions in, just open cubby holes. For our encounter, we were taken to the pool on the opposite side from where we left our belongings, completely out of view. We were told our possessions were safe as only the staff had access to this area. When I went to purchase my photos, I had $30-$40 less than I thought (not sure exactly what was in my wallet, but definitely more than $25). Not being sure, I didn't raise any issue. But when I got back to my room and saw the cash left in my safe, I realized that money was skimmed from my wallet. Very clever, if I was robbed completely, I would have made an issue right then and there.
There are better places to visit - Chris. Date of travel: Apr 2006
Jamiaca is a poor country, that is to be expected but I found the poor people in the Dominican to be much nicer. Some people were nice but many were rude, especailly in the airport.. We were lied to daily at our hotel.. I don't like Jamiaca and won't go back.. there are too many other places to visit. Tour Operator: hotels.com
Jamiaca is a poor country, that is to be expected but I found the poor people in the Dominican to be much nicer. Some people were nice but many were rude, especailly in the airport.. We were lied to daily at our hotel.. I don't like Jamiaca and won't go back.. there are too many other places to visit. Tour Operator: hotels.com
Jamaica is a GREAT affordable vacation spot - Jack Strong. Date of travel: Apr 2006
Plan to do plenty of walking and bring sun block and cool breezy clothing. This is a fabulous time for anyone willing to just get out there and try new things.
Plan to do plenty of walking and bring sun block and cool breezy clothing. This is a fabulous time for anyone willing to just get out there and try new things.
Charelea Inn Negril - Dave Selvers. Date of travel: Feb 2006
This will be my 17th year in Jamaica. For the most part people are receptive; yes the poor and the very poor will harass the tourists but all one needs to do is politely refuse them by informing them that the money it took to travel to this island is very hard to come by. Jamaica can mitigate poverty if only the government corruption would end. The foreign aid is mis-allocated to the people who run the island and not the people in need of it. Come see what Columbus discovered on his second journey. Jamaica is truly an island paradise, but if they don't stop the development of large resort chains, that do nothing for the local economy, the spenders such as myself will have to look elsewhere for our fun. Hotel Riu has completely ruined bloody bay in Negril. Out of 5 points I rate Jamaica 3.9. Dave aka Sharktooth.
This will be my 17th year in Jamaica. For the most part people are receptive; yes the poor and the very poor will harass the tourists but all one needs to do is politely refuse them by informing them that the money it took to travel to this island is very hard to come by. Jamaica can mitigate poverty if only the government corruption would end. The foreign aid is mis-allocated to the people who run the island and not the people in need of it. Come see what Columbus discovered on his second journey. Jamaica is truly an island paradise, but if they don't stop the development of large resort chains, that do nothing for the local economy, the spenders such as myself will have to look elsewhere for our fun. Hotel Riu has completely ruined bloody bay in Negril. Out of 5 points I rate Jamaica 3.9. Dave aka Sharktooth.
Kingston - Cassie. Date of travel: Jun 2005
I love Jamaica. I go there every summer and I am 50% Jamaican and I really enjoy the weather. The travellers who talk trash on there trip just don't have lives because Jamaica's a wonderful place!
I love Jamaica. I go there every summer and I am 50% Jamaican and I really enjoy the weather. The travellers who talk trash on there trip just don't have lives because Jamaica's a wonderful place!
Stacey. Date of travel: May 2005
I travelled to Jamaica with my family. It is a very lovely island. We were a bit iffy about going as we had heard all sorts of stories, but when we got there we realised they were wrong: the beaches are lovely sandy beaches and the water was warm . We visiited Dunns river falls. It is one of the most magical things I have been to. We walked up the waterfall with a guide you have to be careful at the top of the waterfall; there is a market where the locals do try to sell you things but don't let this put you off. The local markets are a experience to go to as well. Never buy at the first price, always barter !! The weather in May was very warm: it rained a few evenings but not at all through the daytime. The hotel Club Carribean is very well situated on the beach in Runaway bay.
I travelled to Jamaica with my family. It is a very lovely island. We were a bit iffy about going as we had heard all sorts of stories, but when we got there we realised they were wrong: the beaches are lovely sandy beaches and the water was warm . We visiited Dunns river falls. It is one of the most magical things I have been to. We walked up the waterfall with a guide you have to be careful at the top of the waterfall; there is a market where the locals do try to sell you things but don't let this put you off. The local markets are a experience to go to as well. Never buy at the first price, always barter !! The weather in May was very warm: it rained a few evenings but not at all through the daytime. The hotel Club Carribean is very well situated on the beach in Runaway bay.
CHOOSE A DESTINATION IN JAMAICA
| Hotels in Jamaica | User Rating |
| 5-Star Hotels | |
| Sunset Jamaica Grand | | * * * * * | |
| 4-Star Hotels | |
| Holiday Inn Waterfront | | * * * * * | |
| Radisson Harbourfront | | * * * * * | |
| 2-Star Hotels | |
| Days Inn | | * * * * * | |
| Other Hotels | |
| Grand Lido Braco | | * * * * * | |
| West Ender Inn | | * * * * * | |
| Couples Ocho Rios | | * * * * * | |
| Royal Decameron | | * * * * * | |
| Couples Ocho Rios | | * * * * * | |



