Making Memories in Montego Bay

There is nothing quite like a Caribbean vacation. The ocean, the breeze, the sunshine, the margaritas! Whether you are looking for a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a girl’s vacation, Montego Bay in Jamaica has something to offer for everyone. It’s proximity to the United States means reasonable airfare and a fairly quick flight to carry you into paradise.

If you are looking for a family vacation consider the many activities Montego Bay has to provide adventure for any age. Go big game fishing or deep sea diving and get a glimpse of the world below the crystal blue waters. There is white water rafting as well as adventure tours and even a tour on a semi-submersible water vessel so you can view the sea world from the comfort of an air conditioned cabin. Try something new and spend an afternoon windsurfing or exploring on a kayak ride. For a lazy afternoon, go jungle river tubing and enjoy a slow motion tour through the exotic backwaters.

Jamaica is also home to 12 golf courses. If your family likes to hit the green, visit one of these beautiful courses or send Dad for an afternoon of golf while the rest of the family enjoys the beach.  

If a rainy afternoon has the family stuck in the hotel room, take a quick cab ride to the Palace Multiplex Movie Theater and enjoy a new blockbuster.

If it is a girls’ getaway you need, Jamaica has so much shopping, so many restaurants, and so much sunshine you’ll never want to leave. The City Centre Shopping Mall in Montego Bay has over 20 duty free shops, and the neighboring Half Moon Shopping Village also has duty free shops full of exquisite jewelry, clothing, and perfumes. Good retail therapy is a must for any girls’ getaway.

One of the best parts of vacation is the food, and Jamaica has lots of delicious food! Montego Bay is home to Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville which has water slides, trampolines, and a swim up bar in addition to the tasty menu. Pier One on the Waterfront is also a big attraction. The bar and restaurant offers the delicious seafood as well as entertainment. Other noteworthy restaurants include The Pelican and Jamaica Bobsled Bar Cafe. After a long day at the beach, these restaurants are the perfect place to unwind and enjoy new exotic dishes.

After a great dinner spend the rest of the night on the town and check out Coral Cliff which has a lively nightlife. Five different nightclubs line the strip and have shows ranging from cabaret to comedy and jazz to reggae. Fairfield Theatre also offers a variety of live theater shows if the club scene isn’t for you. With so much to see and do, you might need a vacation from your vacation when you return home. 

The beautiful setting is also perfect for a romantic vacation or even your wedding. Check out some of the all inclusive hotels where the only thing you have to think about is enjoying your stay. Spend your days hand in hand walking through the surf and your evenings watching the sunset. Many of the all inclusive hotels have five star dining, spas, and cozy rooms complete with views of the Caribbean right from the balcony. Without leaving the resort you can enjoy the beach, have a couples massage, take laps to the swim-up bar, and stuff yourself with incredible food!

Montego Bay is so much more than just a beach vacation. With the extensive history and broad culture, Jamaica has so much to offer tourists. Don’t just take a vacation, experience a whole new world. It isn’t often that most of us get to travel to other countries so if you do make the most of it. Take advantage of all there is to offer, try new things, and travel outside your comfort zone. Montego Bay has something for everyone, and we all deserve a vacation once in a while. Visit Monarch to find affordable flights and the best hotels.