Port Antonio
Port Antonio offers its visitors a blend of old and new. It is a favorite vacation spot for writers and artists as it offers less of the hustle and bustle that most resort areas are known for. It is very beautiful and scenic. You actually feel as if you are in a different world when in Port Antonio.
Port Antonio has a lot of spots for meditation and reflection. It is ideal for any visitor seeking a good mixture of quite time and fun. Although a resort area Port Antonio remains unchanged by tourism and therein lays its major appeal. The people of Port Antonio are the jewels of the town as they are most helpful and hospitable.
A bus ride from Kingston to Port Antonio for those seeking adventure and a view of the Jamaican countryside has a lot to offer and you won't forget the experience.
Places to Visit
Blue Lagoon: This is hole said to be about 200ft. deep. Its water colors ranges from light blue to emerald green. It's absolutely beautiful.
Boston Beach: It's a popular beach made even more popular by the fact that you can get some of the best Jamaican Jerk Pork in this area.
Frenchmans Cove: Has a spectacular beach.
Navy Island: You can spend a day on this island which is a 7-minute boat ride from mainland. Guided tour by reservations only.
Nonsuch Caves: These are caves rich in stalactite and stalagmite. It is also equipped with a gift shop and also has approximately 3 acres of well kept gardens.
Rafting on the Rio Grande: Something that must be experienced. This is a 2-hour cruise on a bamboo raft for two poled by expert rafts-men through lush greenery.
Somerset Falls: These falls are found in lush greenery. One can take a wake and enjoy the many variety of flowers or take a swim in the river.
St George's Village: This is a shopping area in a medieval style castle.
Valley Hikes: They offer tours into the Land of Look Behind, which is Maroon Country.