Getting around Jamaica can be a challenge!

In getting around Jamaica, your first challenge might be to get to your hotel. Here is a brief outline of the options!

TRANSFER AND SIGHTSEEING COMPANIES:

If you have purchased a package tour (airfare, hotel & transfers)it might be a simple as boarding your prepaid transfer service for a qwick trip to your hotel. Don't forget to tip the porter if you use one to take your luggage from the airport to the bus and your bus driver. He will help you unload the luggage at your hotel!

If you don't have prepaid transfers . . . . they can be easily be purchased from one of the many reliable tour/transfer companies at the airport. The fees are already pre-determined (by the distance you need to travel), so there is no need to negotiate. Sit back and enjoy the ride!

LICENSED TAXI SERVICE:

These taxis operate with RED PLATES. They are friendly and knowledgeable. The rats are pre-determined between on location and another, but can also be negotiable.

CAR RENTALS:

If you are the independent type, you might be planning to rent a car. It's one of the best ways to get off the beaten path and explore the countryside.

Before you decide for sure--consider that you'll need to drive on the left-hand side of the road. Roads are narrow and often winding. You'll need to be very cautious and watch out for the many pedestrians, cows, goats and dogs that frequent the roadsides. The speed limit is 30 MPH in towns and 50 MPH on highways. You'll need a valid driver's license (valid for 12 months). You must be at least 25 years of age and meet the local insurance regulations. Service stations are open daily and will only accept cash.

Getting around Jamaica takes a little time:

Montego Bay to Negril (52 miles) 1 1/4 Hours

Montego Bay to Ocho Rios (62 miles) 1 1/2 Hours

Montego Bay to Port Antonio (128 miles) 3 1/2 Hours

Negril to Treasure Beach (67 miles) 1 3/4 Hours

BY BUS:

Local bus service also connects all villages, cities and towns. Buses are cheap, crowded, and a wonderful way to see some of the real Jamaica! Be sure to set aside ample time, as they make frequent stops enroute.

BY AIR:

Jamaica Express offers inter-island transfer flights between Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios & Port Antonio. Planes hold 19 passengers.

Enjoy getting around Jamaica. You'll be glad you ventured out and around the island.

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