Montego Bay, Jamaica

Montego Bay

Classically Caribbean

Highly developed, Montego Bay in Jamaica seems to sum-up the spirit of these islands. ‘Mo Bay’, on the island’s north shore, is its unchallenged holiday capital, with fabulous beaches and a rich and varied nightlife that draws millions from across the world.

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Destination overview
  Language: English, Patois
  Currency: Jamaican Dollar
  Time zone: GMT -5 hours
  Flight Time: 10 hours 15
  Holiday type: Beach, Summer sun, Winter sun
  Weather: Average maximum temperature: 26.3°C (24 hour)
Rainfall: 1298mm a year
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Must see:
To do something different from the beach-and-snorkellnorm, take the 20 mile trip out of town in search of Croydon Plantation in the Catadupa mountains to discover the island’s agricultural riches – in the shape of coffee and pineapples. All-in, it’s a fascinating glimpse of the island’s past.

Must eat at:
The Houseboat Grill at Montego Freeport serves-up an eclectic Caribbean fusion to an upmarket crowd either inside or out on the deck... and booking is recommended.

Must be there for:
Mid-summer sees the fabulous music festival Sumfest come to Montego Bay... with huge beachfront beats, seriously dirty dancing and a vibe that’s sky high.

Well-travelled tips:
· While shops tend to insist on fixed prices, when you’re shopping in the market, anything goes – and, provided you can keep your cool, haggling’s the thing!
· Beware Jamaican driving! If you take to the roads, you’ll battle all sorts of hazards... so you’ll need to keep your wits about you.

Visa:
British citizens visiting Jamaica do not need a visa, however conditions apply. More Information

Duty free shopping:
As Jamaica is not in the EU, you can benefit from duty free prices on certain items purchased when travelling to Montego Bay through our terminals. More information.

 

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