Jamaica

Reggae, jerk and misty mountains.

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This is a first draft of the Jamaica list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Must-See

Must-See
Beaches · Beaches

Negril

Seven-mile beach, with cliff divers and sunsets at Rick's Cafe.

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Must-See
Nature · Waterfalls

Ocho Rios and Dunn's River Falls

Climb a terraced waterfall that runs right into the sea, and visit Nine Mile, Bob Marley's birthplace.

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Worth a Detour

Worth a Detour
Beaches · Resorts

Montego Bay

The big resort town, with Doctor's Cave Beach and historic Rose Hall.

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Worth a Detour
Mountains · UNESCO

Blue Mountains

A misty range, home to world-famous coffee, and a Maroon heritage.

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Worth a Detour
Cities · Music

Kingston and the Bob Marley Museum

Reggae's home, Marley's house, and the sunken pirate town of Port Royal nearby.

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Worth a Detour
Beaches · Rafting

Port Antonio

The quiet, lush east, with Frenchman's Cove and the Blue Lagoon.

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If You're Nearby

If You're Nearby
Beaches · Crocodiles

Treasure Beach and Black River

Off the resort map, with the Black River's crocodiles and YS Falls.

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On the Map

Grey pins: guides still being written.