Introducing Long Bay
Heading east from Boston, the road hugs the coast and passes through 8km of striking scenery. Waves chew at rocky headlands as magnificent frigate birds circle overhead like juvenile pterodactyls. Your destination is Long Bay, in one of the most dramatic settings in all of Jamaica. The 1.5km-wide bay has rose-colored sand, deep turquoise waters and breezes pushing the waves forcefully ashore. Canoes are drawn up on the beach, with fishing nets drying beside them.
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Long Bay appeals to budget travelers as well as surfers, and has drawn a large number of expats who have put down roots and opened guesthouses. The lifestyle here is laid-back and rootsy, something like Negril felt 30 years ago.
There’s a dangerous undertow, so avoid swimming, but surfers love the waves. Surfboards are often available for rent on the beach (per half-day US$10), as are boogie boards (US$2.50).
The public library (913-7957; Hwy A4; per 30min US$1; Mon-Sat) offers internet access.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
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RE: Go to know Jamaica
by Weaver 18 August 2011
If you are carrying your own board try to contact the Kng. surfing community and see what they suggest. There was a surfing /cabins/sort…
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RE: Honey Moon in Jamaica
by MikeyMike 12 January 2011
Hello Ines. Since you are arriving in Kingston, I suggest you head straight to Port Antonio to spend your ten days there. I recommend…
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RE: anyone keen to meet in port antonio jamaica?
by Weaver 18 November 2010
Best budget-priced guest house is Ivanhoe, 9 Queen St. (On Titchfield hill.) 5 min. walk down hill to market & town centre. 876 993 3043.…
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