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Jamaica is one of the many pearls in the Caribbean. The island has worldwide fame thanks to Bob Marley, reggae, joints and rum. In addition to this unique identity, Jamaica has much more to offer. Jamaica, No Problem. After reading these 5 reasons you want to book your tickets immediately!
#1 THE BEACHES
The beaches in Jamaica, surrounded by huge palm trees, immediately bring you into the relaxed atmosphere that dominates the entire island. The clear sea has an average water temperature of 28 degrees Celsius. This, together with the fascinating underwater world and coral reefs on the coast, makes Jamaica an ideal location for snorkeling or diving. When you go for diving or snorkeling, You might will see rays, sea turtles, sharks and barracudas. The beaches are very beautiful and perfect for relaxing. This does not mean that it is quiet, because there is reggae music everywhere. We like it!
#2 THE CULTURE AND THE LOCALS
Jamaicans are very relaxed, cheerful and hardly seem to worry about anything. Music can be heard everywhere and they can dance as the best. Dancing here is sport number 1. They go wild! It is certainly worthwhile to visit a real Jamaican reggae / dancehall party. The passion for dancing and the complete surrender to the music will surprise you. Jamaicans enjoy life like no other and for many, not a day goes by without being stoned. Of course it’s not just partying and relaxing. There is also a lot of poverty and people are very poor. Yet there is an unprecedentedly cheerful vibe around the island. Partly because of the typical Jamaican lifestyle and the pleasant tropical climate.
#3 JERK CHICKEN
This Jamaican delicacy is wonderful. A taste sensation. The chicken is marinated and then roasted on the bbq. Delicious spicy and jerk spiced. Served with rice and a very spicy sauce or the milder sweet version. At our stay there was a special jerk chicken hut where literally trays full of marinated roasted chickens were served to the guests. The scents smelled over the beaches and made sure everyone get of his lounger. The chef also sold the jerk chicken wonderfully. He asked: “Are you a leg man or a breast man?” After which you either get a piece of chicken breast or a chicken leg.
#4 THE BEAUTIFUL NATURE
Jamaica is a green green, thanks to the rainy season. It can rain enormously hard, but it is often finished after a few minutes. When you go to Nine Miles, for example, you will see how green Jamaica is.
In addition, Jamaica has a number of beautiful places, all created by mother nature. Think of the Blue Mountains, The Blue Lagoon, Frenchman’s Cove and the Dunn River Falls.
#5 THE COOLEST EXCURSIONS
A number of them are already mentioned above, but Jamaica has so many more excursions to offer. You can visit beautiful places where you can relax, you can take a boat trip or go for more action and sledding through the jungle. Jamaica has something for everyone. You can make it as crazy as you want. Read here the coolest excursions of Jamaica!