Hotels of the Caribbean

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Local time is GMT -5.

Electrical current is 110 volts, 50Hz. Flat two- and three-pin plugs are in use.

The official language of Jamaica is English but a local patois is also spoken, a mixture of English, Spanish, and various African languages.

Dengue fever and Leptospirosis are travel health risks in Jamaica, so visitors should use insect protection measures and avoid rivers and dams. There is a small malaria risk, and visitors are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites. Although generally safe, the tap water can cause stomach upsets and visitors are advised to drink bottled water if on short trips. Private medical facilities are of a reasonable standard but can vary throughout the island, and facilities are limited outside Kingston and Montego Bay. Medical treatment can be expensive so insurance is advised. No vaccination certificates are needed for entry into Jamaica, but yellow fever certificates are required from travellers coming from an infected area.

Outside the all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica, where tips are part of the package, visitors should tip 10-15% for taxis, personal services, room service and restaurants where a service charge is not already included in the bill. Parking attendants, bellboys and porters also expect a tip.

There can be high levels of crime and violence in certain area, especially around Spanishtown, and tourists should be alert, not resist in the event of attempted robbery, and avoid walking or using public transport at night. If you are self-driving do not give lifts to strangers. When travelling to or from the airport in Kingston avoid the Mountain View route. Travellers on the Hummingbird route should also be cautious at night. Avoid walking alone in isolated areas or on beaches, even in daylight hours. Jamaica is prone to hurricanes between June and November.

Contrary to popular belief, smoking ganja is illegal in Jamaica. Homosexuality is prohibited.

Business in Jamaica is surprisingly formal, with proper titles used and suits and ties the norm despite the tropical climate. Introductions are usually made with a handshake and an exchange of business cards. Punctuality is key and socialising is an important aspect of the business meeting. Business hours are usually from 8.30am to 4.30pm or 5pm on weekdays, and 8am to 1pm on Saturdays.

The international access code for Jamaica is +1, in common with the US, Canada and most of the Caribbean, followed by 876. The outgoing code is 011 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 01144 for the United Kingdom); the outgoing code is not needed when calling the US or Canada. City or area codes are not required. Direct international telephone services are available, and operators can also facilitate calls. The local mobile phone operators use various networks, including GSM, which is compatible with most international networks. Internet cafes are available in the main towns and resorts, and access is also available from most hotels and parish libraries.

Travellers to Jamaica over 18 years do not have to pay duty on 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 227g other tobacco products; 946ml alcoholic beverages and wine; perfume up to 150g; and goods for personal consumption to the value of US$500. Prohibited items include products from goatskin (e.g. drums, handbags and rugs).

The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) is divided into 100 cents. The island is well supplied with ATMs, banks and bureaux de change. Banking hours are usually Monday to Thursday 9am to 2pm, and Friday 9am to 4pm. Cambio exchange offices are found throughout the country, open later than banks and offer better exchange rates. Retain receipts as proof of legal currency exchange. Exchange bureaux at the airports and hotels also offer better rates than banks. Major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted. Both cash and travellers cheques are best taken in US Dollars.

British nationals must have a valid passport. No visa is required.

Jamaica has a tropical climate with year round constant high temperatures and humidity and no seasonal variation. The city of Kingston lies on the dry part of the island, so rainfall is intermittent. When it does rain, showers are short, heavy and followed by sunshine. The rainiest weather occurs in May and June and later in October and November, sometimes extending into December. Tropical storms and hurricanes can occur between July and November.

• Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club
• Breezes Grand Negril Super Club
• Breezes Rio Bueno
• Breezes Runaway Bay
• Breezes Trelawny
• Club Ambience
• Club Riu Hotel
• Club Riu Hotel Ocho Rios
• CocoLaPalm Seaside Resort
• Couples Negril
• Couples San Souci
• Couples Swept away
• Couples Tower Isle
• Coyaba
• Fisherman's point Resort
• Gran Bahia Principe Clubs & Resorts
• Half Moon
• Hedonism II
• Hedonism III
• Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort
• Merrils Beach 2
• Merrils Beach Resort 1
• Morgans Harbour Hotel & Marina
• Pineapple Beach Resort
• Riu Montego Bay Hotel
• Riu Palace Tropical Bay
• Rondel Village
• Rooms Negril
• Rooms on the Beach
• Royal Decameron Club Caribbean
• Royal Decameron Montego Beach Resort
• Sandals Grande Ocho Rios & Villa Golf
• SandCastles Resort
• Shaw Park Beach Hotel
• Shields Negril Villas
• Sunset at the Palms Resort
• Sunset Beach Resort & Spa
• Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort & Spa
• The Jamaica Pegasus
• The Wexford Hotel
• Toby's Resort