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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 5
Average rating: 4.5 of 5
Excellent Resource 5 out of 5 stars.
21 of 21 people found this review helpful.
I'm getting ready to go to Jamaica for the fourth time and I (once again) read this book cover to cover and you can bet it'll be in my suitcase too. It's absolutely essential if you aren't planning to hide in an all-inclusive hotel (or even if you are and you plan to get out). The book is sort of geared towards the adventurous traveler, the one that wants to get into the culture and off the beaten path. Still, the coverage of major resort areas is very, very good.Restaurants, places to stay in EVERY price range (wanna camp for $10 a night? Spend $400 a night in an all-inclusive?), fun things to do, what they cost, history - this book has it all and it has it in great depth. It has details on the waterfalls that aren't overflowing with tourists, where to get a Red Stripe in tiny towns on the south coast, what to bring, what not to bring, and most of all, what to expect. I enjoyed being able to talk with Jamaicans about politics and history with the knowledge base I got from this book.
Can't wait for the next edition, due this month...
Editorial Review:
Capturing the vibrancy of the island and its inhabitants with sensitivity and humor, Jamaica Handbook describes the flora and fauna and explains the customs, from appropriate beach attire to situations that call for haggling. From family-friendly botanic gardens in Kingston to the most dynamic reggae festivals on the island, this guide includes everything travelers to Jamaica need to know.
