JAMAICA

WATER ACTIVITES

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KOOL RUNNING WATER PARK • Koo l Running's Water Park is the Caribbean's premier

water attraction. With over 5 acres of thrilling water rides and eye-popping dry park attractions, there's fun for the whole family!

• If its adventure you seek, look no further as you choose your personal favorite from among the 10 diverse water slides, some towering as high as 40 feet in the air! For a more relaxing experience, let the water current gently propel you along in a leisurely glide through the curves and turns of the Rio Buena Lazy River.

• Kids will enjoy the unique, interactive experience of Captain Mikie's Coconut Island with its tipping coconuts and water canons.

Boston Bay Beach, Port Antonio

Kingston

BOSTIN BAY BEACHWATER ACTIVITES

• Watch the young and adventurous surf the waves as you chow down on jerk pork, the Jamaican dish this beach is famous for.

• This beach isn't known for its sand (though it is powder-white) or its water (clear with pretty good waves for beginning surfers) but rather for its food. Boston Bay claims to be the birthplace of jerk seasoning, so come hungry and ready to taste-test.

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MUSIC

• The music of Jamaica includes Jamaican folk music and many popular genres, such as mento, ska, rocksteady, reggae, dub music,dancehall, ska jazz, reggae fusion and related styles. Jamaica's music culture is a fusion of elements from the United States (rhythm and blues and soul), Africa, and neighboring Caribbean islands such as Trinidad and Tobago (calypso and soca). Reggae is especially popular through the international fame of Bob Marley. Jamaican music's influence on music styles in other countries includes the practice of toasting, which was brought to New York City and evolved into rapping. British genres as Lovers rock and jungle music are also influenced by Jamaican music.

• If you love listening to live music and discovering new bands, you won't want to miss Alfred's Ocean Place, which features nightly performances right on the beach.

(ACTIVITIES) JAMAICA COLOSSEUM MALL• The Jamaica Colosseum Mall was founded in

1984. It was named after the Roman Colosseum where merchants competed to sell their goods. The Colosseum has over 120 merchants and jewelers under one roof. The Colosseum has over 120 merchants and jewelers under one roof competing for your business, with parking on the roof.

• In the 1970s, many stores in Jamaica were abandoned or burned down. The opening of the Jamaica Colosseum Mall helped spark the rebirth of one of America’s busiest shopping districts today; Jamaica.

Cricket SPORTS• A remnant from British rule, cricket used to be the most dominant

sports in Jamaica and in the rest of the Caribbean. The West Indies cricket team used to be the most dominant cricket team in the world. For the time being, we have declined as a dominant world cricket team. Jamaican cricket has produced many of the West Indies' and the world best. These include George Headley, Michael Holding, Courtney Walsh, Jeffrey Dujon, Alfred Valentine, Jackie Hendricks, Collie Smith, Lawrence Rowe, Allan Rae, Maurice Foster, Jimmy Adams, and Robert Samuels. George Headley who played in the 1930's is probably Jamaica's most famous cricket star.

•Jamaica is the home to one of the biggest and most famous cricket stadiums in the Caribbean, The 12000 seat Sabina Park in Kingston. Cricket matches are still played all over the island and cricket remains a favourite spectator sport in Jamaica.

ACTIVITIES IN JAMAICA

THE CRICKET

HISTORICAL PLACES

• BLUE LAGOON • Port Antonio Jamaica

• The most famous place in Portland and one of the legendary beauty spots in the world. A natural favorite for swimmers as the mix of fresh and salt water offers an unusual bathing experience. They say the lagoon is bottomless and that a sort of dragon resides there. But in reality Blue Lagoon is and enchanting spot with deep blue water fed by a fresh water mineral spring

FOLLY OVAL

• Allan Ave Port Antonio, Jamaica

A myth exists that the great Folly Mansion was constructed by a rich American man to impress his sweetheart and convince her to move to Jamaica with him. However, corners were cut in the construction and cement was mixed with saltwater rather than fresh water. When his wife came to inspect the property it had already begun to crumble and she exclaimed "What a Folly" and flew back to America, never to return. The Folly Mansion was then left to crumble in to the ground.

5 STAR HOTELS

JAMAICA PALACE HOTEL

FERN HILL CLUB HOTEL AND VILLA RESORT

GREAT HUTS

JAMAICA CREST RESORT

TRIDENT VILLAS & HOTEL

JAMAICA PALACE HOTEL

amaica Palace is one of the most elegant hotels in all of Jamaica.The 80 uniquely designed air-conditioned suites and rooms are located within walking distance to the most romantic private coves & beaches in Port Antonio. The hotel offers Continental and Caribbean cuisine in a relaxed setting featuring a natural stone waterfall. Special packages are available for weddings, groups, and romantic getaways. We invite you to bring your entire family - there is plenty of sun, sports, and sightseeing so that everyone will have a memorable experience.Free Super WI-FI is available for our guests.

Port Antonio, Jamaica W.I. - P.O. Box 277 -Tel: 876-993-7720 -Fax: 876-993-7759

FERN HILL CLUB HOTEL AND VILLA RESORT Mile Gully Rd PO Box 100Port Antonio, Jamaica

This 5 star hotel, located on Mile Gully Road, Port Antonio, is near Pink Sands Beach, Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, Tarpum Bay, and Rock Sound

GREAT HUTS HOTEL • Great Huts in Boston Bay, Jamaica has a nice vibe. You can stay in a

tree house or yurt. The yurt is a communal hostel and very affordable. Private accommodations run more but are totally unique and eccentric

Great Huts: Paradise on the Edge - Aboriginal yet modern, minimalist yet complex, off the beaten path but near the night life and happenings of Boston Bay and Port Antonio. Of our little village-resort, many a guest has said: "At Great Huts, spirituality, nature, heritage and technology converge!"

• Boston Beach, Sherwood Forest, Jamaica • +1 876-353-3388 •

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JAMAICA CREST RESORT

Spacious 1 or 2 bedroom suites include kitchenette and livingroom.Each bedroom with its own bathroom

. The newer tower rooms feature commanding viewsof the pristine Caribbean Sea. Amenities include a lovely dining room and large pool. Walk to beautiful Winnifred Beach or take the free shuttle.. Fairy Hill Port Antonio, P.O. Box 165 Portland, Jamaica W.I

TRIDENT VILLAS AND HOTELAntonio’s 1960s jet-setting prime while blending an extended take on the new look of luxury.Each of the thirteen villas act as harmonized sanctuaries with oceanfront porticos and private soaking pools. The property also boasts an elegant Explorer’s Lounge with a comprehensive library and antique billiard’s table as well as a Time Bar serving a house-made drinks menu. The highlight is Mike’s Supper Club, a high-end speakeasy where exceptional music, cuisine and culture all conspire to make it one of the most original and exciting Jamaican destinations. Lifestyle amenities including a media lounge, residential gym, spa treatment facility and a private beach complete the hotel’s offerings.The Trident is a synergy of sophistication and understatement, simplicity and prestige – a trademark property where modern technology meets cool consciousness. More than a premium experience, it’s a place where your world becomes one.

BIOGRAPHY

Jamaica was inhabited by Arawak Indians when Columbus explored it in 1494 and named it St. Iago. It remained under Spanish rule until 1655, when it became a British possession. Buccaneers operated from Port Royal, also the capital, until it fell into the sea in an earthquake in 1692. Disease decimated the Arawaks, so black slaves were imported to work on the sugar plantations. During the 17th and 18th centuries the British were consistently harassed by the Maroons, armed bands of freed slaves roaming the countryside. Abolition of the slave trade (1807), emancipation of the slaves (1833), and a drop in sugar prices eventually led to a depression that resulted in an uprising in 1865. The following year Jamaica became a Crown colony, and conditions improved considerably. Introduction of bananas reduced dependence on sugar.On May 5, 1953, Jamaica gained internal autonomy, and, in 1958, superheaded the organization of the West Indies Federation. A nationalist labor leader, Sir Alexander Bustamente, later campaigned to withdraw from the federation. After a referendum, Jamaica became independent on Aug. 6, 1962. Michael Manley, of the socialist People's National Party, became prime minister in 1972.

CULTURALHISTORY

BAMBOO BLU OCHO RIOS

• “• Be Brave – drink a BIG BAMBOO in your very own to keep

Bamboo Chalice. Be a Star - Howl at the Moon around our nightly bonfire. Be Liz Taylor. Be Martin Luther King. Be Frank Sinatra – they created this historic jetsetters hideaway! Be Mellow – pre Reggae tunes of Mento & Ska air when local Rastafarian guitarist Jah Happystone takes a snooze. Be Hungry – eat new original for 2013 – Jerky’s Popcorn Pork Festival Bites. Be Happy.

• Tower Isle, Ocho Rios, Jamaica

DEKAL INTERNET CAFÉ AND BISTRO PORT ANTONIO

• Pizza, Café, Bistro, Sandwiches• Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch• Shop #4 City Centre Plaza | 4-6 Harbour

Street, Port Antonio, Jamaica

COME HERE AND ENJOY

JUST NATURAL NEGRIL

• Price range: $5 - $10• Cuisines: Barbecue, Vegetarian• Good for: Families with children, Romance, Local

cuisine, Special occasions, Dining on a budget• Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner,

Late Night, Dessert• Hylton Avenue, Negril 11111, Jamaica

Toscanini Restaurant

• Price range: $0 - $38• Cuisines: Italian• Good for: Families with children, Romance,

Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients

• Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert

• Tower Isle, Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Murphy's West End Restaurant

• Cuisines: Jamaican• Description: Small family run local jerk

restaurant, good prices good food...can't say enough good...Proprietor Lenial Ennis is very pleasant host.

• West End Road, Negril, Jamaica