Jamaica Travel Guide Discover the island one destination at a time
Destination guides, airport and arrival advice, things to do, hotel updates and Jamaica travel news, written by people who live here and move travelers around the island every day.
Latest Jamaica travel news
Flights, airports, hotels and changes that affect your trip, with local context.
Where to go in Jamaica
Each area of Jamaica feels different. Start with the one that matches your trip.
Montego Bay
Beaches, the Hip Strip, Rose Hall resorts and Jamaica’s main airport.
Montego Bay guide →Negril
Seven Mile Beach, the West End cliffs and Jamaica’s best sunsets.
Negril guide →Ocho Rios
Dunn’s River Falls, rivers, gardens and the north coast cruise port.
Ocho Rios guide →Port Antonio
The Blue Lagoon, rainforest rivers and quiet, uncrowded bays.
Port Antonio guide →Kingston
Music, museums, food and the gateway to the Blue Mountains.
Kingston guide →South Coast
Fishing villages, slow travel and Jamaica at its most peaceful.
South Coast guide →Plan your arrival in Jamaica
Most visitors land at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. These guides cover the first hours of your trip.
Things to do in Jamaica
Waterfalls, beaches, cliffs and culture, with honest notes on timing and travel.
Weather across Jamaica
Current temperatures in six destinations.
Coastal areas are usually warmer than the hills and the Blue Mountains. Live data from Open-Meteo.
Where culture is not toured. It is lived.
We take you to the corners only a local would know: from Negril Point to Morant Point, from Rocky Point to Galina Point.
This is Jamaica explained with clarity and real on-the-ground insight: the food, the language, the music, the communities and the national pride that make Jamaica what it is. When something matters to your trip or to understanding the island, we cover it, and when something changes, the guide changes with it.
Jamaica travel questions
Which airport should I fly into in Jamaica?
Most visitors fly into Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, the closest airport to resorts in Montego Bay, Trelawny, Negril and Ocho Rios. Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) in Kingston is better for Kingston, the Blue Mountains and Port Antonio. See our Montego Bay Airport Guide.
Where is the best place to stay in Jamaica?
It depends on your trip. Montego Bay is closest to the airport, Negril has the longest beach and the best sunsets, Ocho Rios is best for waterfalls and rivers, and Kingston is the cultural capital. Compare them in Top Destinations.
Can I use US dollars in Jamaica?
US dollars are widely accepted at hotels, tours and tourist businesses, but you will usually get better value paying in Jamaican dollars at local shops and markets. Our USD vs JMD guide explains when to use each.
How long does it take to get through MBJ airport?
Immigration usually takes about 45 minutes before 11:30 AM and up to about 90 minutes between 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM, the busiest window. Read the MBJ Arrival Reality Check for tips.
What is the best way to get around Jamaica?
Visitors use licensed taxis, private drivers, tour transport, route taxis and buses, or rental cars. Driving is on the left and roads can be slow, so many first-time visitors pre-book transport. Compare the options in Transportation Options in Jamaica.
Taste Jamaica: the food guide
Jamaican cuisine is a unique blend of foods and cultures. From patties and jerk to curry goat and ital cooking, food is one of the best ways to understand Jamaica: our history, our language and the way we live. These guides explain what to try, what it tastes like and why Jamaicans love it.
Street foodJamaican Patties
The island’s favourite snack: flaky, spiced and filling.
ClassicJerk Chicken
Pimento smoke, scotch bonnet heat and real technique.
SeasideJerk Fish
Fresh coastal catch with bold jerk seasoning.
National dishAckee & Saltfish
Jamaica’s national dish and the heart of breakfast.
CelebrationCurry Goat
Rich and slow-cooked, served at every big occasion.
Rasta rootsItal Food
Natural, plant-based cooking from Rastafari tradition.
The best jerk is usually at roadside jerk centres and pans, not hotel buffets. Ask your driver or guide where locals eat: every parish has its favourite spot.