UPCOMING

FESTIVALS
& EVENTS
UPDATES:

HOTELS,
RESORTS &
ATTRACTIONS
UPCOMING
JAMAICA
FAMS
AN INSIDERS
GUIDE TO
NEGRIL
UPCOMING
festivals & events
SMIRNOFF DREAM WEEKEND
NEGRIL, AUGUST 5 TO 9
Dream Weekend takes over Negril with major parties featuring
an impressive line-up of DJs, artists and celebrities.
www.jamaicadreamweekend.com

ANNIES REVENGE
GOLF TOURNAMENT
MONTEGO BAY, NOVEMBER 18 TO 22
Jamaicas largest Pro-Am has quickly become one of golfs
most popular winter tournaments with teams from the US,
Canada, Europe and the Caribbean.
www.jamaicaproam.com

REGGAE MARATHON
NEGRIL, DECEMBER 5
This marathon, half marathon and 10k race are Jamaicas
premier international marathon events with sport enthusiasts
converging on Negril for a fun event with good vibes and
reggae music at each mile.
www.reggaemarathon.com
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HOTEL & RESORT UPDATES
Jamaicas hotels and resorts continue to renovate, upgrade and
rebrand. There are also several properties offering fun packages
that your clients might be interested in. Heres a sample:

HOLIDAY INN RESORT (MONTEGO BAY):

The Intercontinental Hotels Group has rebranded the 518-room Holiday Inn hotel
as the Holiday Inn Resort following the completion of a $15-million renovation at
the property. Theyve also added an adults-only section called RoseHall Club
that offers complimentary snacks and beverages, free internet, private check-in/
check-out, an adults-only pool area with hot tub and swim-up bar, and more. An
upgrade promotion runs until December 22 so guests can try the experience for
an additional $50 per room per night.
www.holidayinnresorts.com

GRAND PALLADIUM LADY HAMILTON RESORT & SPA (MONTEGO BAY):

Palladium Hotel Group has announced further renovations and
improvements for Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa in
Montego Bay. In 2014, more family fun came to the property with
a new childrens splash pool and waterpark with several slides. The
upcoming renovations will include beach improvements, restaurant
renovations and accommodation upgrades. All upgrades should be
completed around mid-December 2015.
www.palladiumhotelgroup.com

SUNSCAPE MONTEGO BAY GRAND BAHIA PRINCIPE

JAMAICA (MONTEGO BAY):
Part of the AM Resorts family, the Sunset Beach Resort
Spa and Waterpark and the Oasis at Sunset are being
re-branded to Sunscape Montego Bay Jamaica.
www.sunscaperesorts.com/montegobay
JAMAICA (RUNAWAY BAY):
A new luxury section is being added to the property, with a new lobby
and private check-in. Services will include: concierge and butler service,
pool-side waiters, 24-hour room service, private bars and a private
swimming pool. Work is scheduled to be complete by December.
www.bahiaprincipe.com

MOON PALACE JAMAICA

GRANDE (OCHO RIOS):
Palace Resorts all-inclusive 700-room Moon
Palace Jamaica Grande in Ocho Rios is now open
but will begin welcoming Canadian guests after
November 1.
www.moonpalacejamaicagrand.com

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 JAMAICA INN (OCHO RIOS):
Throughout the summer season, Jamaica Inn is offering teachers and professors an Unwind
and Chill package. Until August 31, teachers that stay three nights or more receive extra
amenities to help them relax, including: a welcome bottle of champagne, a $100 spa credit,
and a shop and cook tour with the hotels executive chef.
www.jamaicainn.com

SANDALS OCHI BEACH RESORT (OCHO RIOS):

Following a multi-year, multi-million dollar renovation project, the resort formerly known
as Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort has been completely transformed
to offer couples the most comprehensive (yet personalized) vacation experience in
Jamaica. Rebranded as Sandals Ochi Beach Resort, it has a fresh, modern design aesthetic,
a trendy new beach club with exciting entertainment day and night and is home to the
Caribbeans first Speakeasy.
www.sandals.com

SANDALS NEGRIL BEACH RESORT & SPA (NEGRIL):

Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa has unveiled plans for significant enhancements to their property,
which will be completed by December. The Coconut Blocks at the resort, which consist of 64 rooms
and suites, are currently undergoing a complete transformation to allow for more spacious guest
rooms and bathrooms along with other new amenities and features.
www.sandals.com

SANDY HAVEN RESORT (NEGRIL):

Sandy Haven Resort has introduced a VIP Hospitality Suite to their list of amenities. The suite is fully
furnished with internet services, cable TV, a library, air conditioning and a lounge area with coffee, tea
and snacks available at an additional cost. The suite is designed to accommodate guests with flight
delays and small groups.
www.sandyhavenresort.com

COUPLES
RESORTS:
The resort group is offering a Camp Couples promotion
enticing couples to enjoy an adult summer camp
experience with an additional $25 resort credit per room
per night (if booked by August 30 for travel through
September 15). Couples Sans Souci in Ocho Rios is closed
for renovations and upgrades until August 14.
www.couples.com

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JAMAICAS BLUE AND JOHN
CROW MOUNTAINS DESIGNATED
A WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Jamaicas Blue and John Crow Mountains has been designated a World Heritage Site.
This follows the UNESCO World Heritage Committees unanimous decision to have
the site inscribed on the prestigious World Heritage List. The decision was made at
the 39th session of the World Heritage Committee Meeting in Bonn, Germany.

The designation marks the first World Heritage site for Jamaica and is also the first
mixed (cultural and natural) site for the Caribbean sub-region. The Blue and John
Crow Mountains is one of only 32 mixed sites worldwide, which include several
renowned sites such as The Taj Mahal of India, Australias Great Barrier Reef and the
Great Wall of China.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON
TO OFFER TOURS IN JAMAICA
The iconic United States motorcycle company, Harley-Davidson,
has selected Jamaica as the place of choice to kick-start its
tour operations in the Caribbean. A fleet of 10 Harley-Davidson
motorcycles will be available for the tour. Chief Operating Officer
at Viking Productions, Andr Dixon said, Were proud to be
able to introduce the bike tour to Jamaica for the very first time.
Weve signed an exclusive deal with Harley-Davidson to grow the
motorcycle tour business throughout the Caribbean, so were
excited that we targeted Jamaica as the introductory market for
such an exciting venture. He explained that all tours will be led
by Team Jamaica-certified tour guides. Guided tours on Jamaicas
great open coastal highways will feature rest stops which allow for
interactions with the destination. Currently, all tours originate at
www.harley-davidsonjamaica.com the offices at Whitter Village in Ironshore, Montego Bay.

Four to eight guests have the opportunity to arrive in style at Rainforest

Adventures Mystic Mountain Jamaica, departing by helicopter VIP TRANOPY EXPERIENCE
from Montego Bay or Negril to Ocho Rios heliport. From there, a
private luxury car will meet them for a short trip to Mystic Mountain,
AT RAINFOREST ADVENTURE
accompanied by their own personal guide. During the park visit,
their guide will take them directly onto the Sky Explorer (no waiting
MYSTIC MOUNTAIN JAMAICA
in lines) for a ride to the top of the park. Following the interpretive
walking tour of the park peak, guests will have front of the line access
to the popular bobsled ride for two heart-pounding trips down the
popular attraction. In addition to the front of the line access, guests
will be able to whiz along the parks 13 ziplines before sitting down in
a luxury dining tent for a gourmet feast prepared by a personal chef.

Pricing starts at $650 USD (from Ocho Rios) and $800 USD (from
Montego Bay) per person. Contact maxpatchen@mysticmountain.com
for itinerary details.
www.rainforestadventure.com

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 CLUB MOBAY EXPANSION
TO OPEN IN AUGUST
Club MoBay continues to be a popular offering for visitors arriving
and departing the island through Montego Bays Sangster International
Airport. As such, Club MoBay is adding a new lounge extension that will
add another 2,000 square feet of space and accommodate another 65
seats. This expansion is scheduled to open in August. In addition, Club
MoBay has added a new Stay Connected store that offers a range of
telecommunications solutions for travellers, including phone and tablet
rentals, SIM cards, and data plans. Travel agents travelling to Jamaica get
50% off on Club MoBay departure services for personal travels (rate is
extended up to four travel companions).
www.vipattractions.com

JAMAICA
TOURIST BOARD
CELEBRATES 60TH The Jamaica Tourist Board is celebrating their 60th anniversary this

ANNIVERSARY
year. A number of celebrations are in the works, including an amplified
program at the Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) in Montego Bay in
September and Caribbean Week in Toronto this November.

SUMMER AIRLIFT TO JAMAICA UPCOMING JAMAICA

Jamaica remains easily accessible during the summer months from
major Canadian hubs.
TOURIST BOARD FAMS
Greater Toronto Area: Montreal:
Air Canada flies into Kingston Transat flies into Montego Bay
and Montego Bay
WestJet flies into Kingston Edmonton:
and Montego Bay Sunwing flies into Montego Bay
Transat flies into Montego Bay
Caribbean Airlines flies Calgary:
into Kingston Sunwing flies into Montego Bay
Fly Jamaica flies into Kingston

The Jamaica Tourist Board will be hosting a number of

familiarization tours for agents this fall. The following are the
confirmed dates. More information will be distributed as it
becomes available; however agents can email the Jamaica
Tourist Board for more details at: jtb@visitjamaica-ca.com.

GoldenEye September 10 to 17 for Winnipeg agents ($499)

September 19 to 24 for Toronto agents ($399)
November 9 to 16 for Montreal agents ($499)
November 23 to 30 for Alberta agents ($499)
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AN INSIDERS
Montego Bay

Negril
JAMAICA
GUIDE TO NEGRIL, Kingston

JAMAICAS CAPITAL OF CASUAL

At the western tip of Jamaica lies Negril, a popular tourist area known for
its seven-mile stretch of white sand beach, grotto-lined cliffs and magnificent
blaze of orange and purple sunsets at the end of every day. Ideal for adventure-
seekers and beach-goers alike, Negril is an off-the-beaten-path oasis for those
looking for an authentic Jamaican experience.

On the northern end, visitors can kick back on Negrils world famous Seven
Mile Beach to enjoy the calm, turquoise waters, check out the many craft
markets and open-air, thatched-roof beach bars, or partake in a variety of
water sports offered by local vendors. On the southern point, known as the
West End, visitors are able to access the spectacular offshore reefs perfect
for scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as roadside food markets and jerk pits
exuding the distinct flavours of Jamaican cuisine.

SITES TO SEE
NEGRIL LIGHTHOUSE:
Built in 1894, Negrils Lighthouse
illuminates the westernmost point of
Jamaica. Visitors can climb its 103 steps
for unparalleled views of the Caribbean
Sea and breathtaking sunsets. It has been
solar-powered since 1985.
MAYFIELD FALLS:
Caves, 44 mineral pools and 21 natural
jacuzzis make up Mayfield Falls,
located in the heart of Westmoreland.
Visitors can walk along one of the longest
rivers in Jamaica and see a plethora of
exotic plants, birds, butterflies and other
native wildlife.
RICKS CAF:
Voted by Travel Channel as one of the
best bars in the Caribbean, the legendary
Ricks Caf is a cliff-side hot spot where
visitors can take a plunge into the clear
Caribbean waters or partake in Jamaican
libations while watching the sun set from
the best vantage point on the island.

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THINGS TO DO
RHODES HALL SEVEN MILE BEACH:
PLANTATION: Sheltered by one of the Caribbeans
Located just eight miles east of Negril on reefs, Negrils world-renowned Seven
a private beach, Rhodes Hall Plantation Mile Beach has been voted many times
is a magnificent, 500-acre historical as one of the best beaches in the world
Jamaican property. Visitors can tour the for its breathtaking sunsets and clear
plantation on horseback, explore the turquoise waters. The beach is free to
crocodile and mangrove reserve, and end access any time, and visitors can enjoy
with a swim in the ocean. beach parties, live music and laid-back
island vibes here.
SCUBA DIVING +
SNORKELING:
Negril is a divers paradise, offering an
unparalleled underwater adventure with
remarkable coral reefs, exotic marine
life and calm, clear waters. Certified
instructors, such as the Dream Team
Divers, offer Professional Association of
Diving Instructors (PADI) certification as
well as diving and snorkeling tours.

PLACES TO DINE
PUSHCART RESTAURANT
& RUM BAR:
Located on West End Road, Pushcart offers
the full spectrum of the islands traditional
fare, evoking the Jamaican street food
experience in a lively, colourful, and music-
filled outdoor kitchen atmosphere. The
restaurant also features an excellent rum
bar with the Caribbeans finest rums,
nightly live entertainment and phenomenal
sunset views.

MURPHYS WEST END RESTAURANT: COSMOS SEAFOOD

This family-run jerk hut is a brightly painted wooden shack
located on West End Road. Visitors can enjoy a Red Stripe and
swing in hammocks at this roadside restaurant, while the chef
serves up authentic jerk chicken and fresh seafood marinated
in a special spice blend. Murphys also provides tours of the
property, showing diners the exotic fruit trees and the drum grill
in the back yard.
RESTAURANT & BAR:
Located on Seven Mile Beach, Cosmos offers an unparalleled
atmosphere for a casual beach dining experience. This thatched-
roof restaurant specializes in fresh, locally-caught fish dishes
such as escoveitched fish with festival or steamed fish with
bammy. Visitors can dine inside or on outdoor tables with their
feet in the sand.
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PLACES TO STAY
THE SPA RETREAT:
Canadian owned and operated, The Spa Retreat offers an adults-only, luxury escape, located
on Negrils West End cliffs. Eighteen hand-crafted stone cottages with spectacular tropical
gardens and cliff-side dining enhance the visitors experience. A full-service day spa offers
aesthetic treatments with a Jamaican flair. www.thespajamaica.com

ROCKHOUSE:
Rockhouse is a casually chic boutique hotel perched upon the scenic cliffs of Negril, overlooking
the serene waters of the Caribbean. The property sits on eight acres of lush, tropical gardens
and features world-class dining, spa and wellness programs that celebrate and incorporate the
abundant culture and resources of Jamaica.www.rockhouse.com

IDLE AWHILE AND HIDE AWHILE RESORTS:

This boutique hotel is great for travellers looking for an intimate, authentic tropical escape.
Within these idyllic surroundings on the beach or the cliffs, sister resorts Idle Awhile and
Hide Awhile exude a carefree and enchanting environment for singles, couples and families
alike.www.idleawhile.com

AZUL SENSATORI JAMAICA:

Jamaicas very first Azul Sensatori Hotel is located on Seven Mile Beach. The hotel features
the renowned Karisma Gourmet Inclusive Experience and offers four fine-dining options. It
has 136 ocean view rooms which are split into an adults-only section and a multigenerational
section, catering to both couples and families. www.azuljamaica.com

THE CAVES:
Part of Island Outpost properties, The Caves is an oceanfront sanctuary with 12 exclusive
cliff-side accommodations. Situated on the limestone cliffs, the resort features a Private Dining
Cave, the Blackwell Rum Bar, and a Seaview Aveda Amenity Spa. www.islandoutpost.com

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