The Food and Drink of Jamaica
The food of Jamaica includes a mixture of cooking techniques, flavors, and spices influenced by African, Amerindian, Irish, English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern people who have inhabited the island. The flavors of this island reach around the globe, but there is nothing like the real thing. Jamaica knows how to season […]
Jamaica: More Than Just Beaches and Resorts
We were in Jamaica last December, shortly before COVID-19 hit. We were there for a long week and while we were there, we had the absolute pleasure of visiting 6 of the Sandals and Beaches resorts. We also met many amazing people that live and work on the island. While on a bus, the guide […]
Sandals and Beaches – Day 4
Sandals and Beaches – Day 4 This is our last day at Beaches Resort in Negril, Jamaica. Today, we will be making the trip to Sandals in Montego Bay from Beaches in Negril on Day 4 in order to finish out our resort inspections. We have two more full days in Jamaica before leaving on […]
Sandals and Beaches – Day 3
Sandals and Beaches – Day 3. Our third day in Jamaica started in Negril and we made the slightly over an hour drive to Sandals South Coast. This Resort is in Whitehouse, Jamaica on the Southwest side of the island. The Sandals Grand Entrance Upon arriving at the resort, my first thought was, this is […]
Sandals and Beaches – Day 2
Sorry for the long delay between posts on our Sandals and Beaches trip to Jamaica. Because of the holidays and then the beginning of Wave Season, it has been almost impossible to continue writing about the trip. So, Sandals and Beaches – Day 2! The Start of Day 2 – Beaches Negril I stated in […]
Choosing a Sandals Resort in Jamaica: Location, Vibe, and Fit
Choosing a Sandals Resort in Jamaica: Location, Vibe, and Fit The best Sandals resort in Jamaica depends on how you want your vacation to feel. Choose Negril for Seven Mile Beach, sunsets, and a relaxed atmosphere. Choose Montego Bay for the shortest transfer from Sangster International Airport (MBJ). Choose Ocho Rios for more activities, dining, […]
Beaches Negril
Beaches Negril Review: A Family and Multigenerational Favorite Beaches Negril is a strong fit for families and multigenerational groups who want a relaxed Jamaican setting, a wide sandy beach, supervised children’s programming, family suites, varied dining, and included water activities. The resort’s low-rise layout and beach-focused design suit grandparents traveling with grandchildren better than a […]