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ISLANDS
in the
The Island of
All Right
Jamaica
Explained as the “island of all right,” Jamaica gets two thumbs up for its culture-influenced gastronomy. Nuzzled in the Caribbean Sea, it is the third largest island of
the Greater Antilles. With a population of
2.8 million people, Jamaica brings hearty
flavors and divine social settings to the vacation table.
The country’s motto is “out of many, one
people,” which thus developed within
the tourism areas that are now known
for their easy-going, happy vibes. People
flock to Jamaica’s resorts to get away from
everything impersonal, and they find
acceptance and vibrancy in the lifestyles
presented by the resorts.
Take the Ocho Rios area for example. This
part of the island is on the north coast,
and was once a small fishing village. Now,
Ocho Rios is speckled with resorts and
hotels, and offers everything any visitor
could ever want in the Jamaican island
life.
If a beachside villa suits your needs, then
opt for a quaint room in the Bahia Studio
or the Akwaaba Villa. Want something
all inclusive? Go for the Hotel RIU Ocho
Rios, which offers services such as buffet
style and themed restaurants, and an
entertainment program that includes
shows, water sports, and constant
involvement in daily activities. Whether
it is keeping the children occupied, or
sending you and your partner away to
the spa for a day of pampering, the staff
at Hotel RIU is available 24 hours a day to
provide the best experience possible.
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FoodTraveler l Winter 2016
Explore Jamaica in the most satisfying
way possible: through the food! It can be
argued that Jamaica has some of the best
street food in the world, with jerk chicken
and breadfruit, you can’t go wrong. Travel
along the Jamaican Jerk Trail, where
you’ll sample secret recipes from several
vendors, ranging from street carts to fine
dining establishments. After you’ve had
your fill, trek through the blue mountains
and tropical jungles for a day, or visit
local galleries and take in the art scene. In
Jamaica, there is something for everyone.