Matador's Ultimate Guide to Jamaica

Beaches, reggae, lagoons, waterfalls, and endless fun ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [Jamaica]( Matador's Ultimate Guide to Jamaica Hi there, If there's one Caribbean island that needs no introduction, it's [Jamaica](. This small Caribbean island is known not only as the birthplace of Bob Marley and reggae music, but also as the home of pristine beaches, epic waterfalls, [glow-in-the-dark lagoons]( and of course, some of the best rum and coffee you’ve ever tasted. From luxe resorts in Negril and Ocho Rios to the vibrant nightlife of Kingston, this tiny island holds sway with nearly every type of traveler. Get started with all the info you need below to experience carefree Jamaica for yourself. [EXPLORE JAMAICA]( [GuideGeek]( Get Inspired [making music]( To See the Real Jamaica, Skip the Resort and Go To Kingston Set against the lush backdrop of the Blue Mountains, with its bevy of boutique lodgings, fun festivals, and dancehall clubs, one thing is for certain — you won’t be bored. [READ MORE]( [waterfall in Jamaica]( 10 Unmissable Waterfalls in Jamaica You Won’t Find in Tourist Guides There are nearly 100 rivers and at least 50 waterfalls in Jamaica scattered across the Caribbean island’s mountainous interior. [READ MORE]( [surf camp]( This Under-the-Radar Surf Camp Is the Coolest Place To Learn To Surf in Jamaica While surfing in Jamaica remains relatively under-the-radar, the island boasts consistently surfable waves throughout the year. [READ MORE]( [Portland]( How To Plan a Trip To Portland, Jamaica's Underexplored Eastern Parish Here, just a few hours from Kingston or Montego Bay, small towns interspersed with beaches across from rolling hills showcase a side of Jamaica most foreign visitors never see. [READ MORE]( [making custom chocolate]( You Can Make Your Own True Jamaican Chocolate on the Island at Pure Chocolate Company The company uses local cocoa that can be traced back to a small group of farmers that it buys from directly at above-market prices. [READ MORE]( [beach access]( The 6 Most Underrated Caribbean Beach Towns You Need To Visit Port Antonio is home to some of the Caribbean’s best white-sand beaches, such as Winnifred Beach, San San Beach, and Frenchman’s Cove. [READ MORE]( [stunning resort at night]( This New All-Inclusive Experience Might Be the Most Luxurious Thing You Can Do in the Caribbean Even all (and we mean all) spa experiences are included. [READ MORE]( Nature + Adventure [Blue Mountains taking a picture]( 9 Fun Things To Do in the Jamaica Blue Mountains The heavy rainfall keeps the mountains covered in mist, creating the blue hue that gives them their name. [READ MORE]( [reggae marathon]( Jamaica’s Reggae Marathon Brings Together the Best of the Island in One Epic Race Complete with reggae and ska music and dazzling ocean views to energize you throughout your run. [READ MORE]( [sailing]( 6 Adventures You Didn’t Know You Could Have in Jamaica From kayaking a luminous lagoon to touring a haunted house. [READ MORE]( Food + Culture [jerk chicken]( 6 Essential Food Experiences in Jamaica Jamaica’s food flavor profile comes from a fusion of cuisines that evolved over the last three centuries. [READ MORE]( [festival bread]( Jamaica's Jerk and Festival Bread Is the Ultimate Caribbean Pairing Elements of indigenous historic cooking traditions are seen in modern jerk with the addition of festival bread. [READ MORE]( [cannabis shop]( Everything To Know About Consuming Cannabis in Jamaica It’s important to note that, while decriminalized, recreational cannabis is illegal. [READ MORE]( Epic Stays Take the headache out of planning and check out our staff picks for places to stay [Jamaica places to stay]( [Jamaica places to stay]( [Jamaica places to stay]( [Jamaica places to stay]( [Jamaica places to stay]( [Epic Stays TikTok]( [Open email in your web browser and bookmark for your next trip]( FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE [Facebook]( [Linkedin]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [Pinterest]( [X.com]( [Threads]( [Update your email frequency and topic preferences here](. Or [unsubscribe from our newsletter.]( We'll be here when you need us! Copyright © 2023 Matador Network, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Matador Network, PO Box 7775, Suite 40021, San Francisco, CA 94120, United States