Dunn's River
�is located in "Ocho Rios" which has two possible origins: it is either a direct translation from Spanish meaning "eight rivers" or an adulteration of "las chorreras" (the spouts), reflecting the large number of waterfalls in the area. Ocho Rios is located in St. Ann's parish about 60 miles from Annotto to Discovery Bay on a
half-moon shaped cove in the middle of Jamaica's northern coastline. The
Dunn's River cascades over a number of rock terraces on its way to the sea
and a beautiful beach. The stepping stones of the falls allow easy access
up and down their 600 feet, under a stimulating shower.
Mayfield Falls
�is a little jewel of a water
fall located about 1 hour from Negril and will leave you breathless and
envigorated as you swim in the natural pools. Quite a vigourous workout
which is made much easier by the wonderful guides who will help to carry
your bags and let you enjoy the day in the proper manner. It is wise to
bring footwear that can get wet.
Y.S. Falls �are located near Manderville, close to Bamboo Ave. A must for Jamaican Vacationers who visit the island. Every encounter with this wonderland is unique. We got to swim in the water there, jump off a rope swing, jump off one of the falls, & swim under one of the falls. We had a good time here. It was so hot outside, and the water was nice and cool. ahhhhhhhh refreshing But be warned - they are closed on Mondays (from May to November) and on major holidays.
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In Jamaica we drive on the left. The speed limit is 30 MPH in towns and 50 MPH on highways.
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Driving
Times Around Jamaica
Kingston
to Mandeville |
98
km (61 miles) |
1
1/2 hours |
Montego
Bay to Negril |
83
km (52 miles) |
less
than 1 1/2 hours |
Montego
Bay to Ocho Rios |
100
km (62 miles) |
less
than 2 hours |
Ocho
Rios to Port Antonio |
97
km (60 miles) |
less
than 2 1/2 hours |
Ocho
Rios to Kingston |
97
km (60 miles) |
less
than 1 1/2 hours |
Port
Antonio to Kingston |
109
km (68 miles) |
less
than 2 hours |
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Kingston Tours��
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Devon House
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Devon House �Early 19th century restored landmark which was originally owned by Jamaicas first black millionaire. The house is furnished with genuine antiques. The adjacent court yard has craft shops, restaurants, bakery and ice cream shop which features exotic flavor of fruits grown in Jamaica.
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Port Royal
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Port Royal - The 16th century strong hold of pirate Henry Morgan, once known as the wickedest city in the world is located at the tip of the finger like peninsula stretching to the entrance of Kingston Harbor. The Harbor was once home to pirate ships and buccaneers preying on West Indies trading routes. Port Royal boasted wine, wrenching and song. Those were the days when the buccaneers roamed the Americas
robbing and plundering Spanish ships on the way back to Spain with golden treasures from the west. Port Royal was rocked by an earthquake which destroyed the city in June7, 1692 when 35 acres of the city slid into the sea (fishermen still say they can hear the church bell ringing even today and again in 1907). Points of interest include the giddy house, an old artillery store which tilted on a 45 degree angle during the 1907 earthquake. Nearby are 16th century Fort Charles, adjacent is the Maritime Museum and the Port Royal Archeological and Historical Museum which contain salvaged artifacts.
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Bob Marley Museum
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Bob Marley Museum �The former residence of reggaes
king and founder. The tour include the studio which Marley recorded many of his hit songs, where he slept, his personal mementos. The museum portrays his life and achievements through memorable photos and news clippings. There is also a 20 minute video presentation of his most noted concerts.
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Blue Mountain
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Blue Mountain �Home
of Jamaicas famous coffee. The route via Hope road and Papine will take you to New Castle, a historic fort which in the past housed many famous British regiment, and today is a training center of the Jamaica Defense Force. A mile further on in hardware gap in the Blue Mountain/John Crow National Park at Hollywell, a little further on in the park you will find trails and magnificent view which will make you glad you made the effort.
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Kingston City Tours
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Kingston City Tours
�Kingston the capital city offers a great diversity. Tour Kingstons cultural and historic points of interest. Travel up Hope Road from Devon House and see King House, residence of the Governor General. Further up Hope Road is Bob Marley Museum and Hope Botanical Gardens which also houses a small zoo with birds and animals from all over the Caribbean and the Americas. In the same area lies the campuses of the University of Technology, home of the Caribbean's only sculpture park, which features artist from around the Caribbean and the University of the West Indies, one of the most beautiful campuses in the world. Travel to downtown Kingston and visit the National Art Gallery on Ocean boulevard and the craft market, and on the way back to
Devon House, see the National Heroes Park, the resting home of Jamaica's National Heroes.
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Negril PO Box 2629
Jamaica, West Indies
Phone: 876-957-0160/0145
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