I recently returned to Jamaica and I fell in love with it all over again!  A little rest and relaxation was just what I needed after being home for so many months and not being able to travel like I wanted to! I want to share with you what I love about the island but first, lets talk geography.  Jamaica is made up of three main tourism corridors.  Ocho Rios, Montego Bay and Negril.  There are two international airports on the island; Kingston and Montego Bay. However, almost all travelers fly into Montego Bay.  

• Negril - This section of Jamaica is mostly known for its long sandy beaches. They are just gorgeous. The water is typically calm on this beach and the sunsets over the horizon make for a beautiful evening to enjoy a sunset.  Jamaica beaches are open to the public  Therefore, the long beaches in Negril can attract locals who will offer some local goods.  
  
  
• Montego Bay - This is the bigger city out of the three and the location of one of the international airports.  This is a great destination if you are looking for a short stay.  Beaches in this location tend to be more cove like and not long stretches.  
  
  
• Ocho Rios - This town is located along the north side of the island and is a port town to cruise lines. Visitors who love lush rainforests and rivers love this side of the island.  As in Montego Bay, the beaches tend to be smaller and more private.

Jamaica is located in the Caribbean and is found in hurricane alley. Like many islands in the Caribbean it is important to keep that in mind when planning your travel dates.  Hurricane season lasts June to November with most activity occurring the end of August through September. The rainy season is May and October through November.  The wettest months tend to be either September or October.