Montego Bay – The Jamaican Paradise
Montego Bay is called the Tourist Capital of Jamaica for it is a highly popular tourist destination, which offers grand beaches and duty free shopping experiences. Most international Flights to Montego Bay arrive at the Sangster International Airport, Jamaica, which offers duty free shopping options.
The city is also called MoBay and is the second largest island of the nation of Jamaica. As history states, it was discovered by Christopher Columbus who was the first person to arrive here. He named it “el Golfo de BuenTiempo” or Fair Weather Bay. There are many cruise liner terminals for the convenience of the tourists visiting the island.
The sheltered Doctor’s Cave beach is extremely popular amongst tourists for its turquoise waters and pristine scenery. The calm waters and sheltered location makes it an ideal training place for those who find it difficult to master the art of swimming.
Being a beach side location the city is famous for its water sport activities. The city offers many adventurous activities such as snorkeling, swimming, and water scooters for the tourists to enjoy. Other exciting options on offer include Kiteboarding, Montego Bay Underwater Sea Trek, and fun boat rides at Walter Fletcher beach.
The place witnesses a heavy influx of tourists during the winter season i.e. from Christmas to Easter. Visiting Montego Bay during that time does require a great deal of planning right from booking air tickets to hotel accommodation. Tourists planning to visit should plan their trip at least a year in advance in case they wish to travel on a strict budget.
The other alternative to avoid the tourist crowd is to plan the trip during mid-April to mid-December. During these months, tourists can enjoy heavy discounts on hotel accommodation, car rental and even book cheap air tickets to Montego Bay.…