South Coast, Jamaica | Destination overview
Jamaicans are experts in tourism, as witness the "export" of their expertise. More and more Jamaicans have branched out with hotels and resorts now based in The Bahamas and even Cuba. Foremost among these entrepreneurs are "Butch" Stewart of Sandals fame, John Issa of SuperClubs and Chris Blackwell, music mogul turned hotelier. In Jamaica itself, most of the action is concentrated in Ocho Rios, Port Antonio, Negril, the Blue Mountains with its gourmet coffee, and Montego Bay.
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HOTELS
Golden Sands Beach Resort - Golden Sands Beach Resort has what many consider the best
location in Treasure Beach. The five buildings which make up Golden
Sands Beach Resort sit right on the edge of a picturesque sandy
beach. Each building has varing numbers of rooms and each room
has its own private shower/bath and toilet. Fully equip
Villa Bella Hotel - Villa Bella Hotel overlooks six acres of beautifully
landscaped grounds and is surrounded by majestic trees, fragrant
herbal gardens, and home grown vegetables and citrus. The many
flower gardens provide the perfect backdrop for the frequent
wedding photo shoots by local photographers. Its colonial charm
Jake's - Designed by ?multi-hyphenate? Sally Henzell (she?s a
poet-painter-photographer-art director and adventurer!), each accommodation fits
seamlessly into the landscape (and beachscape too!). Every room
features an amazing view of the ocean or garden, and offers equal
doses of outdoor and indoor space. Why? So you can commune with
All about South Coast
The relatively arid southeast Jamaican coast has only one main town of note: Morant Bay. It was the home base for rebellious slaves during colonial days. You are more apt to hear a more Jamaican approach to the Queen's English. Gi ma smallers, boss mean ... continue
PRESS RELEASE - 2008
Jake's opens Driftwood Spa in Treasure Beach Jamaica
Treasure Beach, JAMAICA (February 7, 2008) - Jake's, an oasis from deadlines and tempers off the beaten track of Treasure Beach offers guests even more relaxation with the opening of its Driftwood Spa. Named for the natural local elements used in its arc ... continue
PRESS RELEASE - 2008
Jake's sets scene for perrfect romantic getaway in 2008
Treasure Beach, JAMAICA (February 13, 2008) - Jake's, Jamaica's home to beachcomber-bred passion, welcomes lovers with the new Jake's Driftaway Romance Package. ... continue
PRESS RELEASE - 2008
Feel the love at Jamaica's historical Itopia villa
Runaway Bay, JAMAICA (February 12, 2008) - Previously veiled in artistic seclusion on Jamaica's north coast, Itopia is now opening its doors to the world. ... continue
PRESS RELEASE - 2007
SuperClubs offers affordable rates for families and single parents
Hollywood, Florida, USA (April 23, 2007) ? As the countdown to summer recess accelerates, parents can once again turn to SuperClubs for affordable and exhilarating family getaways at three tropical Caribbean locales: Cura?ao, Dominican Republic and Jamaic ... continue