Jamaica Travel Stories

Apr 12, 2024 • 12 min read

Bob Marley. Bobsledding. Beers by the beach. Get a real Caribbean experience and a greater understanding of Jamaica with these 18 essential experiences.

Mar 5, 2024 • 4 min read

For almost 10 years, marijuana in Jamaica has been decriminalized – but not fully legalized. Read on to learn how to enjoy ganja legally in the country.

Jan 12, 2024 • 5 min read

From zipping through rainforest canopies to splashing in the waves, there are plenty of great activities for families in Jamaica.

Jan 8, 2024 • 6 min read

So which is better, Jamaica or the Bahamas? We had two writers slug it out...

Dec 22, 2023 • 5 min read

There are so many incredible places to visit in Jamaica and they're scattered across the island. Here's everything you need to know about getting around.

Dec 21, 2023 • 7 min read

From the Blue Mountain to the musical history of Trench Town, Jamaica is the kind of island that beckons you back. Here are the best places to visit.

Dec 21, 2023 • 9 min read

See the most beautiful views of Jamaica, from mountain high to the coast, on these seven incredible road trips across the island.

Dec 10, 2023 • 4 min read

Jamaica has specific entry requirements tailored to different nationalities. Here's what you need to know about visas for a hassle-free visit.

Mar 6, 2023 • 8 min read

Dancehall isn’t just a genre of music. For Jamaicans, it’s a way of life.

Nov 15, 2022 • 2 min read

Jamaica's dreamy beaches and spectacular nature make it a perfect place to unwind. Skateboarder Kayla Wheeler takes you on her perfect day in Jamaica.

Nov 15, 2022 • 10 min read

With sandy beaches plus new hotels popping up, Jamaica is a perfect spot to unwind. Sheri-kae McLeod shows you how to unwind in Jamaica.

Oct 3, 2022 • 7 min read

Ackee and saltfish for breakfast, curried goat for lunch, and an I-tal vegetarian dinner – local cuisine will teach you more about Jamaica than any resort.

Sep 15, 2022 • 6 min read

Venture beyond Jamaica's beaches and you'll discover a hiker's paradise where incredible walking trails scramble over mountain ridges. Here are the best.

Aug 20, 2021 • 7 min read

Don’t cheat yourself by spending all your time at the beach, go out and explore Jamaica’s alluring national parks.

Feb 26, 2021 • 6 min read

From the gentle waves in Half Moon Beach to the surfer's paradise in Boston Bay Beach, here are the best beaches in Jamaica.

Nov 24, 2020 • 7 min read

Almost six months after Jamaica reopened to visitors, Brendan Sainsbury visited to see what it was like.

May 1, 2020 • 2 min read

Both a spice and a cooking method, Jamaican jerk is a classic taste in Jamaica.

Jan 29, 2020 • 7 min read

Is all lost when you show up injured for a destination marathon? As Matt Phillips discovers in Jamaica, there's still much to celebrate, savor and run for.

Oct 2, 2019 • 4 min read

Conservation efforts by a slew of resorts throughout the Caribbean have helped increase sea turtle populations.

Feb 17, 2015 • 4 min read

From reggae to dancehall, few countries are so defined by their music as Jamaica. For its size, the country produces more music than any other place on…

Nov 11, 2014 • 5 min read

All too often, the Caribbean’s default tourist mode is its carefree picture of beaches and rum. Rinse and repeat: it’s a staggeringly successful formula…

Sep 1, 2014 • 5 min read

It’s known for its laidback Rastafarian spirit, but Jamaica also has much to offer adventure-seeking travellers. From climbing cascading waterfalls with…