Jamaica Vacation in Montego Bay

Montego Bay is Jamaica's second largest city. It sits between the gently sloped Kempshot, Bogue, and Salem Hills. Montego Bay is known for its duty free shopping and cruise line terminal at its Free Port on a beautiful, man-madepeninsula jutting into the bay. Its sheltered Doctor's Cave Beach with clear turquoise waters is one of the most famous beaches on the island. The bay is surrounded by picturesque low mountains. No wonder Montego Bay is known as the Tourism Capital of Jamaica! Another name given this place is "The Friendly City".

Montego Bay, Jamaica has earned the reputation of being one of the best vacation destinations, primarily due to their many fabulous all-inclusive resorts.

The Sunset Beach Resort Spa lies upon a private peninsula 15 minutes from Montego Bay Airport. This resort has three beaches (one is clothing-optional), three swimming pools, hot tub, fitness center and spa. Activities include mini-golf, four lighted tennis courts, beach volleyball, and shuffleboard. There is also a disco in addition to several bars. For dining, there are three on-site restaurants with authentic Italian and Chinese dishes. In addition, this resort in Montego Bay has the best accommodations equipped with many amenities - king bed, two doubles, full baths, cable TV, telephone with voicemail and more.

Holiday Inn Sun Spree is another highly recommended all-inclusive resort in Montego Bay. It is located 7 miles from the Sangster International Airport and ten miles from Montego Bay. This resort offers some exciting water sports, such as, windsurfing, snorkeling, and sailing. There are 4 world-class restaurants that offer a la carte grilled dishes for lunch and dinner and have international food, traditional Jamaican as well as Italian cuisine. All four restaurants are on the premises. This resort has entertainment for children of all ages and day care services are available.

The Sandals Inn is a popular vacation resort in Montego Bay that caters to adults only. It provides all the facilities, amenities, and services of a luxurious vacation resort in Montego Bay. This means the all-inclusive packages all include roundtrip airport transfers, meals, anytime snacks, all alcoholic and other drinks, gourmet dining, land sports, water sports, entertainment, daily maid service, as well as all taxes and gratuities.

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