10 Apr 2014
With two May bank holidays to look forward to, why not escape the predictable TV re-runs and unpredictable British weather and head to Jamaica to “Get All Right.”
Jamaica has exciting excursions for all the family to enjoy, with activities ranging from zip lining and night cruises, to festivals. Start an action-packed May bank holiday weekend with a trip to Mystic Mountain, for an exhilarating bobsled ride or zip lining experience through a verdant rainforest canopy. Complete your day with your feet firmly on the ground and your gaze skywards with a bird-watching session at the Hummingbird Garden at Mystic Mountain.
A visit to the fascinating Luminous Lagoon in Oyster Bay, Falmouth, is also a bank holiday must. One of Jamaica's prized natural wonders, this lagoon is full of tiny, harmless microscopic organisms that glow when the water is disturbed. Some tour operators, including JuJu Tours, offer night cruises, with boats leaving from a choice of three destinations - Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and Negril. As part of the attraction, guests are also offered a swim in the water so that they can see their own bodies radiate a turquoise glow.
Late May holidaymakers can head to Jamaica's Epicurean Escape, an international food, wine and music festival, taking place 23-25 May at Grizzly's Plantation Cove, near Ocho Rios on the north coast of Jamaica. The event is a melting pot of International and Caribbean food, with traditional Jamaican cuisine taking centre stage. Jamaica Epicurean Escape showcases the cuisine of some of the most renowned chefs in Jamaica, as well as upcoming culinary experts. Visitors will be able to sample from over 32 food stations and participate in seminars and chef demonstrations. The event will also comprise dance, drumming and musical performances. For more information, visit http://jamaicaepicureanescape.com.
Couples heading to Jamaica this May can choose from a range of un-missable offers, including a seven-night all-inclusive package at Couples San Souci, from £1,525. Whilst families can enjoy a seven-night all-inclusive package at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa from £3,530 per family.
Examples of tempting packages to Jamaica this May include:
Seven-Night All-Inclusive Package from £1,525 per person at Couples San Souci, Ocho Rios
Sackville travels offers a seven-night, all-inclusive package at Couples San Souci, near Ocho Rios, from £1,525 per person. The offer includes flights, transfers and seven nights all-inclusive accommodation. Price is based on two adults for travel in May. To book, call 020 7326 7812 or visit www.sackvilletravel.com.
Seven-Night All-Inclusive Package from £3,530 per family at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, Montego Bay
Thomas Cook offers a seven-night, all-inclusive package at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, near Montego Bay, from £3,530 per family. Price is based on four people sharing and includes flights and transfers, departing from Manchester Airport in May. To book, call 0871 230 2555 or visit www.thomascook.co.uk.
For more information on Jamaica, go to www.VisitJamaica.com
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McCluskey International
Fiona Anderson
T: 020 8747 2170
About the Jamaica Tourist Board
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica's national tourism agency, based in the capital of Kingston. JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Dusseldorf, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.
Jamaica was named “Favourite Worldwide Destination” by the readers of British Travel Awards' Check-In magazine at the publication's new Readers' Choice Awards 2012. Jamaica was also voted the 2010 World's leading Beach Destination (Montego Bay) by the World Travel Awards.
For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodation in Jamaica visit the JTB website at www.visitjamaica.com, or call JTB on 020 7225 9090.
