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Jamaica "The original paradise island‚ Jamaica 's alluring beauty will stay with you forever." "Boasting a feel good factor like no other, Jamaica exudes an infectious laid-back air. Tropical palms, paradise beaches, cascading waterfalls and hypnotic reggae beats combine to form one of the most enticing corners of the Caribbean ." Just under 150 miles long and 51 miles at its widest, Jamaica is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean ; its mountains reach an amazing 7,402 feet and are among the highest in this exquisite part of the world. Jamaica has more than just fine beaches and stunning scenery. There is an array of watersports to try, and at Ocho Rios you can climb a waterfall, wade through the pools that nestle temptingly among warm rocks and swim with dolphins. For those who like to browse around shops hunting for gifts, there is a shopping centre, as well as a couple of craft markets too. The resort area of Negril is famed for its long sandy beaches, fantastic sunsets and cliff-jumping. Famed for its strong musical traditions, fans of Jamaican reggae will be delighted to know that they can purchase a wide selection of tracks they might have had difficulty finding at home. Like the country itself, Jamaican food has some strong flavours – jerk chicken and pork is well spiced and barbecued on a smoky grill. Goat or chicken curry is common, as are rice ‘n' peas. For those who prefer a more international style of dining out, there are restaurants serving dishes to suit most palates. The original paradise island, Jamaica 's alluring beauty will stay with you forever. Wining & Dining Like the country itself‚ Jamaican food has some strong flavours – jerk chicken and pork are well-spiced and barbecued on a smoky grill. Goat or chicken curry is common‚ as are rice ‘n' peas. For those who prefer a more international style of dining out‚ there are restaurants serving dishes to suit most palates. A cold beer, such as Red Stripe, is a great way to start any night but be sure to finish off with a glass of beautiful Jamaican rum. Shopping For those who like to spend time browsing shops hunting for gifts‚ the local craft markets around Kingston 's harbour are full of temptation. If you prefer life a little easier, however, there is always the shopping centre where you'll find all your retailing needs or it's likely you will be offered wooden carvings and other products while sunning on the beach. Money Matters There are 111.86 Jamaican dollars to the £1.00 as of 7th September 2005. Banking hours are Monday-Friday 09:00 - 16:00. Major credit cards are accepted at most shops, hotels and restaurants. Highlights Highlights offer endless opportunities to discover, wonder, relax and enjoy - here is a selection...
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