16 Sep 2014
With the prospect of long winter days looming, the lure of the Jamaican shores is set to tempt many families this October half term.
Whether it's one of Jamaica's stunning white sand beaches or something more adventurous such as climbing one of the island's majestic waterfalls or riding through the Caribbean Sea on horseback that takes your fancy, Jamaica's diverse offering makes it a must-visit destination for families this autumn. If it's sports that you're keen to try, then explore golf on one of the championship golf courses, tennis, running events (marathons, half marathons and charity walks) and a variety of water sports.
Jamaica's resorts will host a myriad of activities to cater for families during the October break, with many running a series of special events to keep your children entertained. With activities ranging from 'Captain's Gold Treasure Hunt' and 'Pirates Disco Party' at Sunset Beach Resorts to unlimited X-Box game play at Beaches Negril Resort and Spa X-Box Play Lounge, parents can relax knowing their young ones are taken care of.
When it's time to cool off, Royalton White Sands Resort in Montego Bay has a five star pool to match its luxury offering where children will be entertained for hours dodging falling water buckets tipped by pirates at the Royalton Splash Pool. For those staying at the newly-opened Azul Sensatori Resort in Negril, the children's splash park promises hours of aquatic fun.
Boasting more attractions than any other Caribbean island, Jamaica also caters for the teenager in search of adventure. Whether it's zip lining through canopies in the heart of the forest or riding through Jamaica's rainforest on a quad bike, Jamaica will keep the most demanding of teenagers entertained.
Parents can also treat themselves during the October half term break in Jamaica. Enjoy the Jewel Simply Divine Signature Massage or a Seashore Massage. And if you think romance and family holidays can't go together, this October half term in Jamaica could prove you wrong. Beaches Negril and Ocho Rios Resorts let you indulge in a candlelit dinner with sparkling wine and personalised menu while children are looked after by certified nannies and Kids Camp staff.
Families can choose from a range of tempting October half term offers, including:
Seven Nights All-Inclusive Package at Jewel Runaway Bay, from £4,089 per family
First Choice is offering a seven-night, all-inclusive package at Jewel Runaway Bay from £4,089 per family. Price is based on a family of three and includes return scheduled flights, departing from Manchester on 26 October. To book, call 0203 451 2720 or www.firstchoice.co.uk.
Seven Nights All-Inclusive Package at Sensatori Resort Jamaica, from £4,048 per family
Thomson Holidays is offering a seven-night, all-inclusive package at Sensatori Resort from £4,048 per family. Price is based on a family of four travelling and sharing a family suite and includes return scheduled 787 Dreamliner flights departing from Gatwick. To book, call Thomson Holidays on 0844 871 0878 or visit http://www.thomson.co.uk/
Seven Nights All-Inclusive Package at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, from £3,858 per family
Kenwood Travel is offering a seven-night, all-inclusive package at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa from £3,858 per family. Price is based on a family of four travelling and sharing accommodation and includes return scheduled flights, departing from Gatwick on 24 October. To book, call 020 7749 9245 or visit Kenwood Travel.
For more information on Jamaica, go to www.VisitJamaica.com
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About Jamaica Tourist Board
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica's national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. The JTB was declared the Caribbean's Leading Tourist Board by the World Travel Awards (WTA) from 2006 to 2013. Also in 2013, Jamaica earned the WTA's vote for the World's Leading Cruise Destination, Caribbean's Leading Destination and Caribbean's Leading Cruise Destination for the seventh consecutive year. Additionally, the Historic Falmouth Cruise Port was recognised as the World's Leading Tourism Development Project while Ocho Rios was named the Caribbean's Leading Cruise Port and Sangster International Airport was voted the Caribbean's Leading Airport. In Canada, Jamaica was voted the Favourite Honeymoon Destination by Travel Agents.
JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Berlin, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.
For details on upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica go to the JTB's website at www.visitjamaica.com or call the Jamaica Tourist Board 020 7225 9090. Follow the JTB on Facebook at www.facebook.com/visitjamaicauk, on Twitter at www.twitter.com/jtbuk, on Instagram at http://instagram.com/visitjamaica on Pinterest at https://www.pinterest.com/myjamaica/or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/myjamaicajtb. View the JTB blog at www.islandbuzzjamaica.com.
