Some of my favorite travel to date has been to the Caribbean, including my Jamaica travel. Personally, I love beaches, spending time outdoors, and playing golf. So, Jamaica offers all of this and more.
In addition to our Jamaica travel, Ashlee and I have spent time in Turks and Caicos, St Thomas USVI, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and St Croix USVI. We’ve visited the Bahamas multiple times and plan to revisit Turks and Caicos and Puerto Rico.
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Best Credit Cards to Use in Jamaica
Generally speaking, American Express, Chase, and Citi are the points that I try to earn. This includes when we visit Jamaica, an international destination. The flexibility of these points is what increases their value for me.
The Amex Gold, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Citi Premier are cards to consider bringing on your Jamaica travel. You earn 4x points on restaurants and at US grocery stores with the Amex Gold. Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers earn 3x points on dining and travel. The Citi Premier earns 3x points at restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, and on airfare and hotels.
How to Fly to Jamaica
Sangster International Airport (MBJ) is the primary airport serving Jamaica. This airport receives flights not only from the US but also from Canada, the Caribbean, South America, and Europe.
American Airlines flies from Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Miami, New York–JFK, and Philadelphia. Delta flies from Atlanta and New York–JFK. Frontier Airlines flies from Philadelphia. JetBlue flies from Boston, Fort Lauderdale, New York–JFK, and Orlando. Southwest flies from Baltimore, Chicago-Midway, Fort Lauderdale, Houston-Hobby, and Orlando. Spirit flies from Baltimore, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando. United Airlines flies from Chicago–O’Hare, Houston–Intercontinental, and Newark. There are seasonal flights from these airports as well.
Where to Stay When Visiting Jamaica
When we last visited Jamaica, we stayed at the Couples Tower Isle. Friends of ours were getting married and this hotel hosted the event. While it’s a perfectly nice hotel, the points hotels below get my attention for our next trip.
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, The Trident Hotel, Mr & Mrs Smith Kanopi House, AC Hotel Kingston, and Courtyard Kingston are some of the hotels you can book with points. Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall is likely the hotel we’ll book although The Trident Hotel looks quite nice.
Places to Visit in Jamaica
Most of our time in Jamaica was spent at the beaches at Couples Tower Isle. However, we did venture off property a few of the days. Dunn’s River Falls & Park and Sandals Golf Club are the two places we visited and thoroughly enjoyed.
On our next trip, hiking the blue Blue Mountains, YS Falls, Blue Hole Mineral Spring, and Sam Sharpe Square are places we want to check out. Tryall Golf Club looks incredible, however, it’s a private course.
Common Jamaica Travel Questions
What if I need to travel to Jamaica during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The CDC currently lists Jamaica as Level 4: Very High Level of COVID-19 and recommends travelers should avoid all travel to Jamaica. If you must travel to Jamaica, the CDC recommends talking to your doctor ahead of travel. Stayed tuned to the CDC’s Jamaica travel advisory 2020 covid-19 if you are planning to travel to the island.
Should I travel if I had contact with a person with COVID-19?
Know When to Delay your Travel to Avoid Spreading COVID-19 is the CDC’s resource page for traveling during COVID-19.
Why is traveling not safe during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Considerations for Types of Travel in Domestic Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic explains why traveling is not safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why is traveling discouraged?
The COVID-19 FAQs explains why traveling is discouraged during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Do I need a Jamaica travel authorization form?
Visit Jamaica is a resource to use to determine if you need a Jamaica travel authorization form.
What are the Jamaica travel requirements?
Jamaica International Travel Information is listed on the State Department website.
Conclusion on Jamaica Travel
Jamaica travel, like most Caribbean travel, is the type of travel we enjoy. Traveling to jamaica from us is relatively easy due to the number of nonstop flights from around the US to this Caribbean island. What also makes Jamaica travel easier is the fact that there are several hotels yo0u can book with points. Once you’re on the island, there are plenty of places to see, something that can be hard to find on other islands in the Caribbean.
What do you think of this Jamaica travel guide? What places to go in Jamaica make your list? Please let me know in the comments below or by sending me an email on my contact page.
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