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Montego Bay, Jamaica

If you do not arrive in Kingston when you get down from the plane, you arrive in Montego Bay. Montego Bay or Mobay, as its nickname goes, is the second largest city in the country, with 100 000 inhabitants. This former sugar port has become an important touristy spot with many hotels, an international airport, a marina and pier reserved for cruise ships.

Even though we visited two hotels, Montego Bay still remains a city more for a night's stay than a true seaside resort, strictly speaking, unlike Negril, and Ocho Rios ... But you'll find the same white sand beaches, bars and lively discos, water sports, coral reefs, sportsfields, including golf courses. Enjoy your stay !

pros

  •  Close to the airport

cons

  •  Lack of charm

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Jamaica - Montego Bay

  •   All overall indicators 64/100 Good
  •   Temperature indicators 66/100 Good
  •   Bad weather indicators 48/100 Average
  •   Sunbathing indicators 40/100 Average
  •   Swimming indicators 98/100 Excellent
  •   Wind indicators 94/100 Excellent
  • Temperature indicatorsVery hot :

    The maximum temperature is <24°, temperature felt between 33°C and 36°C. 

  • Bad weather indicatorsShowers :

    Showers - averaging between 2.5mm and 3.5mm per day. 

  • Sunbathing indicatorsSunny intervals :

    Cloudy with sunny intervals (40% to 60% cloud cover). 

  • Swimming indicatorsVery pleasant / Optimal :

    High air temperature (>24°C), high sea temperature (>24°C), light to moderate winds (between 7 mph and 12 mph). 

  • Wind indicatorsLight breeze / Optimal :

    Optimal comfort: optimal wind speed (between 7 mph and 12 mph) in a warm environment (>24°C). 

Visit Montego Bay

  • To see

    If you go in summer, don't forget to visit the Reggae Sumfest in Montego Bay, the most popular reggae festival in the world. The largest marine reserve in the Caribbean, and the first park established in Jamaica, the National Park of Montego, will attract you.

    To do

    Scuba diving, horseback riding, golf, fishing, cruises and boat rides will delight you ...

    To think about

    Jamaicans are very nice despite their reputation of being aggressive. Do not worry, they will be the first to give you directions... And you'll need it because signs are very misleading !!! (The roads are not as dangerous as it is claimed, these are roads in the countryside.) Get a detailed map of Jamaica upon arrival at the hotel (some have maps) or from your tour operator or at the reception. And if possible, take a guide: in this way you will be sure to visit the island in peace.
  • To avoid

    Don't think that by going to Jamaica, you can buy and smoke cannabis in peace. You would be wrong ! The country is very strict about that and it is forbidden to smoke or possess cannabis. The police won't forgive it, and especially to tourists! Policemen will make you spend several hours or even days in prison! So, beware! ... Even if it is sold freely at the Bob Marley Museum ! Avoid also parking just anywhere, pay close attention to signs. If you have parked in a wrong place, sheriffs will give you a fine and put a shoe on your tire until you pay. You cannot negotiate ... They are intransigent !

    To try

    Exotic fruits such as pineapple, banana, papaya, coconut ... but also vegetables such as ackee, the national vegetable, fruit of the akesia; breadfruit, the fruit of the breadfruit; spices ... The specialities will satisfy you, like jerk pork or chicken, often served with fries. Some other national gourmet dishes : the pepperpot (an arawak dish, a meat stew cooked with collaloo, a local species of spinach sprinkled with pepper and grated coconut), escovitched fish (fresh fish cooked in sauce with onions, vinegar, red pepper ....), gizzadas (small coconut pies with ginger) ... It would be a shame not to try the famous coffee of the Blue Mountains, known as the best coffee in the world !

    To bring back

    A country of Rastas and the mythical place of reggae, marked by the music and memory of the unforgettable Bob Marley, Jamaica will give you what you would expect. You will find the atmosphere and the warmth you dream of, from colourful homes to music, and the famous "yo man, no problem" ... Apart from your memories, you can bring back CDs, T-shirts with Bob Marley printed on them, and rasta hats ... Do not forget the coffee of the Blue Mountains.

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Winter sun in Jamaica

Country of Rastas and of course the mythical place of reggae music, clearly defined by music culture and the works of Bob Marley, Jamaica has everything you expect and beyond. The warm climate and friendly people, the light and relaxed atmosphere and the bright flamboyant colours envelop you as soon ...

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