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Ocho Rios Sights

Island Village

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Lonely Planet review for Island Village

Since its 2002 opening, this self-contained entertainment park, at the junction of Main St and DaCosta Dr, has changed the face of Ocho Rios. The 2-hectare development, brainchild of resort and media visionary Chris Blackwell, claims to resemble a ‘Jamaican coastal village.’ It doesn’t. Quibbles aside, you will find a peaceful beach, upscale craft shops, a cinema, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Blue Runnings (both with bars and restaurants), a video-casino, Reggae Xplosion and a village green and amphitheater for live performances. The fences around the place reveal that this is not a public space, but rather a kind of daycare center for skittish, newly arrived cruise-ship passengers who lack the will – or the confidence – to explore the streets of Ocho Rios. Admission to the village is free, but you will be charged to use the beach or visit Reggae Xplosion, and for some special events.

 

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    Not at all 'Jamaica'

    nataliebug does not recommend this,

    If you go into the market you can find the same stuff for much cheaper. It's a nice stroll, but I didn't shop there except to buy a Rum n' Raisin ice cream cone.

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    Cool, clean and lots to choose from.

    socie2000 recommends this,

    Lovely place, lots of good shops including Margaritaville and I-Scream. Outside of tourist season theres not alot of people around and only some shops are open. Prices are good and its clean and safe. Also a nice little cinema in the grounds with very good prices.

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