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The list of things
to do is endless, for what is by US standards, a relatively small island. Here
is a small list of some that should not be missed.
The Bob Marley Experience
P.O. Box 1029, Montego Bay
Tel: ( 876) 953-3449
Licensed by the Bob Marley Foundation, this brand new centre at the Half Moon
Shopping village houses an air-conditioned theatre screening a Bob Marley documentary
8-10 times daily, wide screen, comfortable seats, admission free. Has the largest
collection of Bob Marley T-shirts in the world, plus Marley posters, caps, shorts,
polo shirts, towels, postage stamps, incense, stickers, and many other items
available for purchase.
Barnett Estates
Granville Main Rd
Tel: 876-952-2382
The Barnett Estates showcases a captivating tour that is led by a guide in period
costume. The guides are unique in that they recite period poetry and sing period
songs. The Estate is still active in that it still grows coconut, mango, and
sugarcane on most of its 3,000 acres. Samples are given out to those who join
the optional plantation tour by horseback.
Greenwood Great House
Tel: 876-953-1077
In order to recreate the atmosphere of life on a sugar plantation, visit Greenwood
Great House. Originally built by the Barrett family, the house features include
oil paintings of the Barretts, fine china made for the family, a library of
rare books. Visitors can also enjoy the atmosphere of the on-site pub.
Croydon in the Mountains
25 miles from Montego Bay
Tel: (876) 979-8267
This working plantation offers to visitors a wealth of knowledge and history
about Jamaican life in the rural areas. There are interesting insights in coffee
cultivation and processing. Samples of exotic fresh fruit, fruit juices and
fruit drinks are available. Unusual fruits like: Carambola, Oneca, Otahiti apples
and Passion fruit are available during season.
Maroon Village Tour
32 Church Street,
Montego Bay - Jamaica
Tel: 876- 979-0308
All day excursions, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays up to the Cockpit Country,
mountain home of the Maroons, runaway slaves who defeated the British to gain
their independence. This tour offers a fascinating historical, educational and
cultural journey! Buffet lunch and drinks are served.
Doctor's Cave Beach Bathing Club
White Sands Beach P.O.
Montego Bay - Jamaica
Tel: 876-952-2566
The most well-known and famous beach in Montego Bay is the Doctor's Cave Beach
Bathing Club. Visitors can enjoy the brilliant waters and smooth beaches.
James Bond
Beach
Tel: (876) 975-3663
This beach was named after the James Bond movie" Dr No". It is a favourite
of locals and tourists alike. Ian Fleming, the author of the 007 legend, is
said to have come her regularly for a swim. The beach also features many restaurants
and bars. Glass bottom boats, kayaks, wave runners and snorkelling facilities
can also be found here.
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