The first town in Jamaica to be developed specifically as a resort, OCHO RIOS abounds with duty-free stores, fast-food chains, bars, clubs and visitor-oriented restaurants. Local culture takes a back seat to the tourist trappings, so this isn't the place to get an authentic flavour of Jamaica. It's not the best choice for the classic Caribbean beach holiday either – the town's strip of hotel-lined sand can't compete with the beaches of Negril and Montego Bay, and the club and bar scenes are less vibrant. Nonetheless, ... More
Overview of Ocho Rios, Jamaica
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The first town in Jamaica to be developed specifically as a resort, OCHO RIOS abounds with duty-free stores, fast-food chains, bars, clubs and visitor-oriented restaurants. Local culture takes a back seat to the tourist trappings, so this isn't the place to get an authentic flavour of Jamaica. It's not the best choice for the classic Caribbean beach holiday either – the town's strip of hotel-lined sand can't compete with the beaches of Negril and Montego Bay, and the club and bar scenes are less vibrant. Nonetheless, the nightlife is improving, and Ochi compensates for its deficiencies with a certain neon energy.
Over night flight from San Francisco to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. We arrive two hours before we can board the boat - perfect timing! We take a $10 cab ...
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Over night flight from San Francisco to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. We arrive two hours before we can board the boat - perfect timing! We take a $10 cab from the airport to Port Everglades - very short drive. After going through the lines we are on board the Costa Fortuna! Lunch is ready and we crowd into the restaurant for a buffet while are rooms are being prepared. After taking a tour of the boat which is 14 stories high, and complete with gym, pools, water slide, theater, etc. we get settled into our room. We opted for the less expensive inner cabin which is nice but we will think about upgra...
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After a day and a half heading South, Shane and I finally arrived in Fort Lauderdale. We stayed the night at the Westin overlooking the beach (for ...
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After a day and a half heading South, Shane and I finally arrived in Fort Lauderdale. We stayed the night at the Westin overlooking the beach (for free!! Gotta love rewards points!). We had Primanti's sandwiches for lunch and drove to West Palm in the evening. Our view from our room at the Westin! Gorgeous!! I could SO live in Fort Lauderdale! After we checked out the next morning, we headed to the aiport to pick up Kathy and Joe. First order of business was to eat lunch at P.F. Changs!!! Yum!!!! We all love P.F. Changs!!! After lunch, we headed to Port Everglades to board the Carnival Freedom...
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All Inclusive Family Resort Hotel, comprising 5 beachfront 2 & 4 story buildings, located 75 miles from Sangster Int'l Airport.
Amenities:Air Conditioning (In Room). Refrigerator. Iron. Telephone. Television (Cable/Satellite). Television. Daily Maid Service. In Room Broadband Internet Access. In ...
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Shaw Park Beach Hotel is a favorite among visitors to Jamaica who appreciate its location, ambiance, service and good food.
Couples and families will find the All Inclusive Plan at this resort an incredible value. The resort is designed ...
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Amenities:Air Conditioning (In Room). Telephone. Television (Cable/Satellite). Non Smoking Rooms. Television. Daily Maid Service. In Room Broadband Internet Access. Safe
(In Room). Whirlpool. Balcony/Terrace. Mini Bar. Hotel Details:846 Rooms. Built in 2005. Laundry Room. Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service. Barber/Hair ...
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