I also am a travel agent, I suggest (if you're going with a significant other) try one of the Couples resorts. There are 4 on the Island and they are only on Jamaica. They include lots of off property excursions and tours that other resorts make you pay for. They are couples only as the name suggests. You will be treated like royalty. Their web address is:
Here are some photos from Couples San Souci last July 4th.
http://good-times.webshots.com/slideshow/557842078SUHtRk.
If you're not going with someone of the oposite sex or with you're going with a friend, there are lots of resorts to fit any need or lifestyle.
Your best bet is to find a travel agent near your home and let them help you plan your trip. They can give you brochures and information on different places. It's hard to work with a travel agent in another state. There are seller of travel law requirements a travel agent must meet before they can sell travel originating in a state in which the travel agent does not live. You should be careful about choosing a travel agent. Choose one close to home and build a relationship with that agent.
Yes you will need a passport. They're about 115.00. Here's a link for more information on how to get one.
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_832.html
As far as weather goes, it rains almost every day in Jamaica due to the tropical climate. But they're usually short showers and a very welcome break from the heat. Most resorts will furnish umbrellas for you to use.
Good luck and have fun.
My honeymoon was in Negril and we stayed and the RIO tropical hotel. Beautiful private beaches and all inclusive for $1,600 per person. Back in 2001. Awesome hotel and scenerie. includes airfair, shuttle bus to hotel, alcohol on hotel property and in room, all the food you can eat. definitely worth it. Yes you should definitely get a passport. It's a lot less hectic going through customs. Birth cert. is ok but more of a hassle. now is the perfect time to order a passport. takes 2-3 months to get one. act now.
I did about 4 years ago. Stayed at the Breezes in Ohco Rios, very safe and the food and drinks were great
I went in 2004 and 2005 and stayed at Point Village and RIU Tropical, both in Negril. For 5 days at Point Village in 2004, all inclusive was close to $900, the food wasn't that great, but the included alcohol drinks and entertainment were wonderful. The resorts rooms were a little on the basic side and kind of dreary, but okay. RIU Tropical, in 2005 was approximately $1100 for 5 days, but the rooms were beautiful, the food and drinks were good. The all inclusive plans were beneficial considering we didn't venture far from the resorts (and we drank like fish), other than sight seeing and shopping. Both trips were purchased thru travel agents, but I would check travelocity, expedia or even priceline. Don't know if you'll need a passport now, we've just always had them.
Have fun!! You will enjoy it!!
We've taken four trips and are planning our next in July to return to the Half Moon in Mobay. We book our own trips. You will need a passport. October can be a rainy month in Jamaica, or so I've been told. Prices range at the Half Moon depending upon the type or room, cottage, or even villa you may choose. The food is extraordinary, not at all like some of the buffets you may encounter in all inclusives. Room service is included. Look at www.halfmoon.com for complete details. Might not be right for you, but I had to put in a plug for my vacation spot on earth.
I must recommend going to Negril instead. Best vacay spot by far in Jama, you will not be disapointed. Check out the Caves resort if you want a really unique stay, otherwise any of the resorts on the 7 mile beach can accomodate. By the way, you should think about not going all inclusive if you want to experience more than just the resort. Negril is totally safe to explore on your own. Yes, u need a passport.
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