Montego Bay
Everything you need to know about this Jamaican vacation destination...
This is an ideal destination to relax, replenish, and rejuvenate your spirits featuring many attractions such as Dunn's River Falls and Pigeon Point Beach. Whether you're planning a family vacation, honeymoon, or romantic getaway, it provides the perfect setting for your next trip. At an all-inclusive resort, visitors can enjoy ultimate convenience and luxury at your resort property, and head out for activities such as exploring Cayman Kai Park, riding on an ATV excursion, and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters. Expect warm weather and beautiful white sand beaches - the perfect tropical getaway. Contact a Travel Advisor in the Avoya Travel NetworkTM to get expert tips and great deals for Montego Bay all-inclusive resorts.
Population
9,450
Official Language
English
Vacation Spots
Blue Hole, Secret Falls, Dunn's River Falls
Electrical Plugs
Type A, Type B
Climate
Tropical, Hot Year-Round
Currency
Jamaican Dollar
Ocho Rios Resort Promotions
Things to Do in Montego Bay
The Aquarium is a must-visit for anyone who loves reptiles and fish. It houses about 500 species of fish while there are around 400 different species of animals in total, including turtles and crocodiles. The aquarium also has a shark tank where you can watch sharks swimming around while you snack on jerk chicken and drink rum punch from the souvenir shop near the exit gate.
The destination is home to some of the best local food in Jamaica, but it's also a melting pot of cuisines worldwide. Here is an overview of top-rated places where visitors can find authentic Jamaican food:
A Taste of Jamaica - This is the oldest restaurant, this is the place to go for traditional Jamaican dishes like ackee and saltfish, jerk chicken, or oxtails. It also offers popular international dishes like Bahn mi sandwiches and curry goat sandwiches.
Bistro Ophir - This restaurant features classic French cuisine with a Caribbean twist. Customers can indulge in dishes like duck Confit with thyme honey sauce or creamy pommes Anna with green peppercorn sauce.
Playa Negril is the largest of the beaches. It has a length of 15 km, and its width can vary from 100 to 300 meters. There are many hotels, resorts, and clubs that line the shoreline of this beach, making it one of the most popular locations for tourists.
Bull Bay Beach is another large beach. It features white sandy beaches with beautiful clear waters and is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, or diving. Almond Beach is on the other side of Bull Bay, a shallow lagoon on one side and a long stretch of white sand on the other.
Honeymoon Beach is in St James Parish near Ocho Rios. The powdery white sand is a spot for beachcombing and swimming, with about ten different beaches nearby you can choose.