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Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay is Jamaica's tourism capital and has the largest number of hotel accommodations and transport facilities on the entire Island.
The city of Montego Bay is divided into three different sections:
- The "hotel area" - this is a ½ mile strip of breathtaking hotels.
- The beach and hillside (where there are also numerous hotels and resorts).
- The main city itself which is where most activity takes place. Because of its Caribbean charm, visiting the city center is sure to offer a true Jamaican cultural experience. There are many markets and shopping centers selling all sort of Jamaican fare.
Major sites and tourist attractions include:
- Beach Clubs - Doctor's Cave Beach boasts amazingly beautiful crystal clear sparkling water. Walter Fletcher Beach, a stunning attraction, is close to town. Other beaches worth visiting include: Cornwall Beach, Tropical Beach and Rose Hall Beach.
- Lester Art Gallery - This gallery displays the works of the late Michael Leszcynski (who subsequently changed his name to Lester), a Polish sea captain.
- Montego Bay Underseas Tours - These tours guarantee a good time for those curious about marine life. With an underwater viewing compartment, visitors are able to marvel at live turtles, sting rays and various types of fish and coral.
- Bird Sanctuary - A must-see for bird lovers, this sanctuary is only a few minutes from Montego Bay.
- Bob Marley Theater - Located in the Half Moon shopping village, this theater plays a moving documentary of Bob Marley's life, including snippets from many of his performances. Attached to the theater is a gift shop selling the largest assortment of Marley T-shirts - a true collector's paradise!
- Chukka Blue Adventure Tours - This tour group offers jeep safaris, bicycle adventures and horse-back riding excursions through various sections of the breathtaking Jamaican landscape.
- Tryall Golf Club - The Tryall Golf Club is an expansive golf course situated on a 2,200 acre estate and overlooks spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea.
Montego Bay Accommodation:
There are different types of accommodation in Montego Bay sure to fit any tourist's needs.
Lower Budget
- Devon's House - Located just 3 minutes from the beach in the fishing village of Sandy Bay, this hostel is a perfect destination for travelers wishing to save money on accommodation. Devon's house offers all the necessities: laundry, linen and towels. Some rooms have their own TV, bathroom and king size bed.
- Caribic House - Thought to be located in the best area of Montego Bay, known as "The Hip Strip", the Caribic House is only 5 minutes from the airport. It has 17 air-conditioned rooms with balconies overlooking this popular strip.
Higher-End Hotels
- Half Moon - This elegant resort hotel is located on a 2 mile private, white-sand beach. Offering such activities as golf, watersports, tennis, squash and cycling, Half Moon promises a relaxing time to travelers wishing to indulge themselves. This hotel also prides itself on its Bodyworks Spa & Fitness Center.
- Coyaba Beach Resort - This colonial-style resort, situated on its own private beach, is close to the center of Montego Bay as well as the airport. Each room is beautifully decorated and has French doors that open onto a striking vista of beach, sand and surf. The hotel prides itself on 3 restaurants and bars catering to every type of palette.
Dining
There are a wide variety of restaurants in Montego Bay sure to satisfy any hungry traveler. An assortment of grills, bars and English pubs are scattered throughout the city. For those craving international cuisine, Montego Bay offers Japanese, Chinese, Italian and Spanish fare. One cannot visit Montego Bay however without sampling local, Jamaican cuisine. "The Native", true to its name, serves a wide assortment of local dishes. The "Pelican Grill" is also famous for its local specials and has the reputation for serving the best malts and sundaes in the area.
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