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We have been going to JA since 1989 (17 - 18 times). We have gone to other
Caribbean countries and Europe, too. We like Jamaica because of the
culture, people, food, music. We have not had one bad experience there. If
you do go, you can do the usual Dunn's river falls. Or you could hire a
private driver (there are many good reputable tour operators or just have
the hotel hire a taxi) to get a really good, personalized tour of the
island. We have done the usual tourist stops, Dunn's River Falls, river
rafting, horseback riding (land & water), plantations, cruises. I have also
visited local schools to bring the many school supplies I bring. I shop at
local stores (usually within walking distance to the hotel). We prefer
Sandals resorts, but have also stayed at Couples and Superclubs hotels. We
like the level of service and the AI concept. (Sandals has just now
instituted a "cashless" resort - much like the cruise lines now do). We
don't sequester ourselves in the AI, however, as some do. Best time of the
year to go is Mar-May and Nov-Dec (usually low or shoulder seasons). We
never go during hurricane season. Even though the rates are cheaper, we
would rather not gamble on the weather. Mar & Apr are the driest months -
warm sun, cool breezes.
> Mingo wrote:
>> It's finally going to happen...the money is right, the time is right,
>> I've finally sold it to my guy and now...I'm worried if Jamaica is
>> really the best choice.
>>
>> I would like to hear from people who are die hard Jamaican travelers.
>> What draws you back? Any thing you'd not recommend to do? Where were
>> your best stays at? When is the best time of year to go?
>>
>> This has been my dream vacation, I love the music, love a tropical
>> location, love the idea of an all inclusive trip with no worries or
>> hassels.
>>
>> I'm second guessing my choice by all the negativity I'm hearing about
>> crime in Jamaica, and people saying there really isn't all that much to
>> do but hang out at the resor...I've been suggested to look at Belize
>> instead...but looking on line I just don't get the same feel, the all
>> inclusives look a bit more home catered type of fair, which is all
>> good, but I really like the looks of the resorts of Nigril.
>>
>> Belize looks beautiful, but I'm just not sure...any thoughts about
>> vacationing in Belize?
>>
>>
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> I haven't been to Jamaica in 15 years, but I was in Belize last year.
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> If I just wanted to lay on a beach, I'd go to Negril. If I wanted an
> active vacation, I'd go to Belize. It really depends upon the type of
> person you are and what you really want from a vacation.
>
> I won't comment on the all inclusive thing; there are times and situations
> where AI may be the better way to go (Cuba comes to mind). I would hate
> to think of all the local interaction you'd miss in either country if you
> did and all inclusive...
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