Jamaica has always been a very popular destination for romantic travel, including honeymoons and getaways for couples of all ages looking for a place to sightsee and relax. In recent years, Jamaica has been gaining popularity with families and young people looking for a vacation spot that offers a little bit of everything for everyone to enjoy.

Few vacation planners realize that Jamaica is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean. It stretches 145 miles from east to west with a range of mountains running almost the entire length of the island rising to over 7,400 feet. in the east, at its highest point.

But why has Jamaica remained such a popular destination and why does it continue to attract tourists in ever increasing numbers? Jamaica has become a tourist-driven destination, offering excellent hotels, inns, and guest houses. There are several airports, highways and ports from which travelers can have full access to all points of interest in Jamaica. Jamaica offers several all-inclusive resorts, such as the Sandals and Couples chains. The most popular destinations in Jamaica, where Sandals and Couples have resorts, are Port Antonio and Ocio Rios in the east and Montego Bay and Negril in the west. These resorts manage to capture the natural beauty and wonder of the island while also being some of the most luxurious accommodation on the island.

The independent hotels are equally spectacular, from old colonial classics, modern hideaways and grand villas. The local residents with their vibrant culture add even more flavor to the already rich experience that is Jamaica. The more the vacation industry develops, the more Jamaica is becoming a tourism-based economy. And that means that Jamaicans want tourists to come and have fun. Jamaica is also the largest English-speaking country in the Caribbean.

American Express Travel [http://content.onlineagency.com/c/5/5200/862091_5200.htm] He says the island’s laid-back pace of life adds to the sense of relaxation, which is key for most vacationers. Jamaica is also designated the most beautiful island in the Caribbean, offering visual appeal to all who visit. The island’s beaches are lined with secluded coves that many vacationers find interesting to explore.

The vegetation is a mix of lush tropical forest and lush coffee plantations, offering visitors the chance to see the production of one of the world’s most universally consumed beverages. Jamaica is lush with all aspects of a tropical paradise, including the weather. Jamaica has over 300 days of sunshine throughout the year, even during the wet seasons. Daytime temperatures are fairly constant throughout the year and are lower in mountainous areas. The heat and humidity can be felt throughout the year and the hottest months are from July to October, especially on the coast. The region is prone to hurricanes from July to October. Although a direct hit in Jamaica is rare, if you’re unlucky enough to be there when a hurricane passes within a few hundred miles, there can be a lot of rain.

Vacations in Jamaica are moderately priced. You can find extreme prices in both directions when it comes to travel and accommodation, although most airfares will be quite high. Prices tend to be higher in tourist areas like Negril and Ocho Rios. Shops in “tourist traps” tend to have higher prices than native shops, and you’ll usually see the same items in both places. There are accommodations and restaurants that are cheap, but you will get what you pay for. Luxury resorts are very good value for money because the rates are reasonable for the high-end accommodations you receive.