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Trip Preparation
Entry/Visa
Travelling to Montego May one needs to bring a valid passport and a visa is not required.
Vaccines
Other than the standard vaccinations there is no need for any other vaccinations.
Climate
Montego Bay has a marine/ tropical climate and is sunny and warm throughout the whole year. The temperature throughout the year constantly exceeds 30°C and has very little rainfall. From August to November there is also some wind.
Currency
The official currency in the whole of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar.
Language
The official language in Jamaica is English and in Montego Bay locals speak “patois” which is a mix of English and western African languages. Higher up in the mountains people speak with various different dialects.
Travelling to Montego May one needs to bring a valid passport and a visa is not required.
Vaccines
Other than the standard vaccinations there is no need for any other vaccinations.
Climate
Montego Bay has a marine/ tropical climate and is sunny and warm throughout the whole year. The temperature throughout the year constantly exceeds 30°C and has very little rainfall. From August to November there is also some wind.
Currency
The official currency in the whole of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar.
Language
The official language in Jamaica is English and in Montego Bay locals speak “patois” which is a mix of English and western African languages. Higher up in the mountains people speak with various different dialects.
Country and People
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
Customs / CultureMontego Bay is the second largest city within the island of Jamaica. Christopher Columbus named it “El Golfo de Buen Tiempo”. Jamaica itself was a Spanish colony from 1494 to 1655 therefore “Monteirias” is the first Spanish settlement in Montego Bay. Later on from 1655 to 1962 it became a British influenced Colony, and since August 6th 1962 Jamaica gained their independence. Montego Bay is known due to its volcanic hills, coastal lowlands, limestone and Blue Mountains and its historical flair comes from the use of mud walls and palm frond thatch.
Traditions
The traditional lifestyle in Jamaica is very relaxed, stressful and to enjoy life. A main traditional in Montego Bay is the “Reggae Summer Sumfest” which is one of the biggest reggae festivals in the world.
Religion
Religion is an important aspect in Jamaica, therefore locals refer to the bible when speaking. Most inhabitants are Protestant, Roman Catholic or part of certain spiritual cults.
Getting Around
Airports / Car rental
Montego Bay’s airport is “Sangster International airport” which is one of the biggest airports in Jamaica. This airport receives international and domestic flights flying in and out on a daily basis. At the airport it is possible to rent a car which should be ordered and reserved in advance.
Public transport
To travel around in Montego Bay there is a variety of different transportation services available which include buses, minibuses and metro. “Montego bay Metro” is the city’s municipal bus services which has three main operating routes.
Taxis / Infrastructure
Taxis are available within the city at taxi stands or can be ordered via the taxi central service or at your hotel.
Montego Bay’s airport is “Sangster International airport” which is one of the biggest airports in Jamaica. This airport receives international and domestic flights flying in and out on a daily basis. At the airport it is possible to rent a car which should be ordered and reserved in advance.
Public transport
To travel around in Montego Bay there is a variety of different transportation services available which include buses, minibuses and metro. “Montego bay Metro” is the city’s municipal bus services which has three main operating routes.
Taxis / Infrastructure
Taxis are available within the city at taxi stands or can be ordered via the taxi central service or at your hotel.
Discover and Enjoy
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
Events / LifestyleDue to the relaxed and fun lifestyle the local’s lead there is a great variety in different events and festivals occurring throughout the year in Montego Bay. Amongst these some of the main events are “Jamaica’s Music festival - Reggae Sumfest” during July, “Jazz and Blues Festival” during January, and many other events.
Culinary Specialities
Montego Bay serves traditional Jamaican food and drinks which have a very unique taste. A specialty drink is a tropical drink called “Red Stripe”. A local specialty in Montego Bay is the Jerk and Curry chicken. Some other specialties include “ackee and salt fish”, rice and peas, Jamaican patties, pumpkin soup and roast breadfruit.
Sights
Within Montego Bay there is a lot to see and discover due to its beautiful and unique culture and history. Amongst these some of the places worth visiting are:
- The Center stage theatre
- Doctor’s Cave Beach
- Cornwall Beach
- Walter Fletcher Beach
- John Halls Montego Bay Adventure Tour
- Montego Bay Sea Trek Adventure
- Dunn’s River Falls & Park
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Hotel reviews for hotels in Montego bay
Rose hall beach is the easternmost rose hall of three Iberostar hotels. The guests the other both the hotel can use the facilities of the 'beach', vice versa, shall not apply.
the hotel is in a U-shape built, in the you pool area and then the beach. All in all I had the hotel area much larger vorgetellt, had the regards and wonderful embodiment of the Iberostar hotels on the Riviera Maya in Mexico in mind. You have to be clear: with the hotels in Mexico rose hall beach could not compete. It ... Read more
in December 11
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Beate, Age 36-40, Solo/single
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As to the area two hotels belong it is all in all very large. It is located directly on the sea beautiful sandy beach. Outside of the hotel area, there was nothing, is-apart from trips- in the hotel takes place. We liked it evenings a little stroll, to eat out etc. knew but not in Jamaica given is. The guests we were to 99% English speaking, many Canadians. We had all inclusive
Had a room on the ground floor the preferred club-very spacious, also the bath was a nice size. On the terrace there... Read more
in January 12
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Gerd, Age 51-55, Couple
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We were with a 'welcome home' from the friendly Front desk staff at secrets St. James and the Hotelmotto is' unlimited luxury ', and that is exactly what should be our next 2 dreamlike weeks lost. We were already much on the way, but with such a continuous friendliness orientation and we had never experienced.
the April 2010 constructed hotel is in top clean condition, is clean and well-kept and beautiful spacious; a small world in itself with a white powdery sand beach and turquoise private ... Read more
in November 11
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Christian, Age 36-40, Couple
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Actually, it is not an independent hotel, as for example all restaurants the orchid belong and not, therefore, be used ',', but 'needs', inclusive breakfast restaurant. This must be very clear. So this plant actually twice as large as always represented. The beach and the furnishings are satisfactory.
the rooms are big enough, the cleaning unsatisfactorily. Coffee Maker is there, the coffee will however only irregularly replaced. Very good the quality of the beds, it sleep good pleasant.
the ... Read more
in February 12
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Rainer, Age 46-50, Couple
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It is a large complex with 3 Iberostar hotels. The rose hall beach has 4.5 stars and quite rightly so. It is a U-shaped building facing the sea, 2 swimming pools are in the middle.
in February were mainly adults as with a few children.
the majority of the guests (70%)were Canadians, 25% us Americans, and only 5% other nationalities.
size of the room and decor are OK. The safe is also a laptop purely. Mini bar every other day with soft drinks, water and beer filled. Coffee machine is availabl... Read more
in February 12
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Gabriella, Age 56-60, Couple
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