Climate The climate of Jamaica is tropical with temperature being warm to hot all the year round, though it is cooler in the higher and central areas. The rainy season prevails from May to November. September and October are the months of heaviest rains and the hurricane season runs from June to November.
Getting In and Around The main international airports to land in Jamaica are Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) (Kingston) and Sangster International Airport (MBJ) (Montego Bay). Many international Jamaica flights operate from these airports. For traveling longer distances inside the country the domestic Jamaica flights are reasonably priced and the airports are convenient to different parts of the island, mainly the resorts.
There is a good network of inexpensive buses and mini buses. You can also rent a car but renting and fueling are quite expensive. Also if you are driving on you own than be alert of the local drivers as they can be quite aggressive, erratic and boisterous. For short distances, you can also hire a taxi with a private driver and a car for the whole day.
Attractions There are several tourists attractions offered by Jamaica. The island country has some of the world’s most beautiful and purest beaches. Doctor’s Cave Beach and Seven Mile Beach are some of them. Jamaica has a large number of parishes, some of the famous ones are Westmoreland, St. Ann’s, Portland and Manchester. Its North cost is considered as best for shopping, sightseeing and dining. Some other attractions include Dunn’s river falls, Rose Hall ( mansion of Annie Palmer), Milk River Bath in St. Elizabeth, natural therapeutic spas, Blue Mountain Peak and Rio Grande. It also has an amazing nightlife. Generally it is advisable to book all the Jamaica airline tickets well in advance.
Best time to travel Jamaica The best time to travel Jamaica is the winter season from Mid-December to Mid-April. Due to its ideal tropical marine weather, the island is a well-liked tourist destination around the year. In the off season between Mid-April to Mid-December you will get cheap airline tickets to Jamaica.
Best time to fly The fare in Jamaica flights changes dynamically depending on demand and supply. If you want to book cheap flights to Jamaica than you are advised to book the airline tickets well in advance (may be a month before). The best time to take Jamaica flights is the 1st minute flight in the morning and the last minute flights to Jamaica at night. Generally during this time you can get cheap flights to Jamaica.
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