Ocho Rios Cruise Guide
Jamaica's Ocho Rios is known as the ‘garden parish' thanks to its lush tropical flora and exotic fauna, magnificent waterfalls and winding rivers. The coastal island town also boasts one of Jamaica's most popular attractions, Dunn's River Falls.
Like all Jamaican towns, Ocho Rios is alive with reggae music and tourists who meander along the beaches and through the open-air restaurants and markets. Movie buffs know that ‘Goldeneye', the luxurious former estate of James Bond author Ian Fleming, is just a few miles east of town. It's been converted into a high-end resort.
Sightseeing
Kids can tube, bungee jump or bounce on a water trampoline at the small beach near Island Village market. The most memorable and educational experience might be the Jamaica Tourist Board's ‘Meet the People' programme, which lets you visit a local school or spend a day with Jamaican families. Arrangements must be made in advance.
Highlights
• Dunn's River Falls
• River rafting on White River or Black River
• Swimming with dolphins at Dolphin Cove
• Bike riding through the Blue Mountains
• Turtle Beach
• Reggae Vibes Beach
• James Bond Beach
Tourist Information
64 Knutsford Boulevard Kingston, Jamaica
Tel: +876 993 3051.
Website: www.visitjamaica.com
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Tipping: Hotels and restaurants tend to add 10% as standard; otherwise 10 to 15% is expected. Tipping is included at many all-inclusive resorts.
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