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If
Jamaica were a religion, "no problem" would be the
ritual chant, jerk chicken would be
manna and views of the lush, green mountains would replace stained
glass. Baptisms would take place in a cool stream below a waterfall,
and Red Stripe beer would serve as holy water. That pretty much
sums up the spiritual side of island life.
Jamaica
is the third largest island in the Caribbean. Swimming, sunning,
snorkeling, diving, partying, horseback riding,
beaches, mountains, world-class resorts,
river rafting, hiking, tennis, golf, polo, reggae, fishing,
great food, caves, beautiful scenery and historical sites are
Jamaica's foremost attractions. Travelers who
appreciate water, scenery, food, music
and dance will enjoy Jamaica. But the island is not for those
interested in immaculate surroundings. Poverty
is widespread and highly visible.
Things
to do and see in Jamaica:
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Blue
Mountains: famous for its namesake coffee, one of the
highest continuous mountain ranges in the Caribbean. Hikers
and mountain bikers will want to
tackle the Blue Mountain Peak at 4000 feet above sea level.
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Cockpit
Country: region characterized by a weird formation of
limestone hummocks and sinkholes.
Only accessible from the outer fringes, best if seen
from the air.
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Falmonth:
former sugar port now a small oceanside market village.
Attractions include its Victorian market,
parish church (built in 1796), and Seaboard
Street (great for the anglers).
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Kingston:
attractions include the Devon House (restored home and
showplace of local arts and crafts),
Hope Botanical Gardens, National Gallery of Arts and
the Kingston crafts market (wide range of straw and wood
items).
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Montego
Bay: resort area great for restaurants, nightlife,
shopping and leisure activities.
Visit the Cage (slave jail), and Rocklands Feeding Station
where hummingbirds eat right out of your
hand.
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Negril:
best and least crowded of the beach areas. White sand beaches
stretch for 5 miles along Long Bay and for
2 miles along Bloody Bay. Great place
for sunbathing, swimming and spectacular sunsets. Great place
for the whole family with areas to
dive and snorkel.
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Ocho
Rios: major port of call for cruise ships. It offers the
island's best shopping and a variety
of nightlife. Visit Dunn River Falls and climb 600
feet of waterfalls.
These
are just a few of the many highlights and attractions that await
you on the island of Jamaica. Please
consult your local travel agent for any additional
information or packages going to this wonderful island in the
Caribbean.
Buddy Franey
Madison Travel Agency
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