The Rough Guide to Jamaica, 4th Edition (Paperback)

by Polly Thomas (Author), Adam Vaitilingam (Author)
Key Phrases: island village, sovereign centre, cricket world cup, Montego Bay, Port Antonio, Port Royal (more...)

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Product Description
The Rough Guide to Jamaica is the complete guide to the Caribbean''s liveliest island. The full-colour introduction includes the ''Things Not To Miss'' section with photographs of the island''s highlights from the Bob Marley Museum in bustling Kingston to rafting the Rio Grande. The guide contains detailed and discriminating reviews of the best accommodation, restaurants, bars and cafes - and the latest spots to catch the hottest reggae and dancehall. There is informed coverage of Kingston and the major resorts of Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and Negril, as well as the lesser-known beaches in Portland and the south. Expert advice and practical tips are given on everything from where to watch the cliff divers at Negril to finding secluded waterfalls and mineral baths. The Contexts section provides detailed coverage of Jamaica''s history and fabulous music scene from Marcus Garvey to Beenie Man.

About the Author

Polly Thomas is a freelance writer, full-time editor for Rough Guides in London. She has also co-written the Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago.

Adam Vaitilingham is a barrister, writer and occasional sax player who lived in the West Indies from 1989 to 1993.

Polly Thomas is a freelance writer, full-time editor for Rough Guides in London. She has also co-written the Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago.

Adam Vaitilingham is a barrister, writer and occasional sax player who lived in the West Indies from 1989 to 1993.

Polly Thomas is a freelance writer, full-time editor for Rough Guides in London. She has also co-written the Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago.

Adam Vaitilingham is a barrister, writer and occasional sax player who lived in the West Indies from 1989 to 1993.

Polly Thomas is a freelance writer, full-time editor for Rough Guides in London. She has also co-written the Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago.

Adam Vaitilingham is a barrister, writer and occasional sax player who lived in the West Indies from 1989 to 1993.

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Rough Guides; 4th edition (January 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1843536919
• ISBN-13: 978-1843536918
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #62,367 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable guide, October 5, 2007

By	Paula K. Freeman - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book was absolutely indispensable on my first trip to the fascinating island of Jamaica. All sections of the island are thoroughly covered, including recommendations for lodging, restaurants, and the multitude of places to visit.

This is a must-buy guide to anyone traveling to Jamaica for the first time or the tenth.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a good choice, January 8, 2008

By	G Barnhill "traveler" (the south) - See all my reviews

A good all around Jamaica travel guide. Add to it the following: 1] DO NOT rent a car and drive in Jamaica. 2] The locals drive like banshees, death or dismemberment on the highways is common. 3] there are numerous drivers willing to take you around cheaper than you can hire a car with insurance and they give out great tips and advice 4] There are no roadsigns you will get lost, then try to find gas stations and the Jamaician Police write lots of tickets--especially to tourists who are expected to pay in cash roadside.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide for your travels says JamaicaMAX.com, October 30, 2007

By	Alfred Moya "zunemax.com" (zunemax.com) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this book for our move to Jamaica, chronicled at JamaicaMAX.com, because I wanted to have the most up to date guide for our travels. My last experience with a guide was wiht a book over 5 years old and the iformation was nearly useless. This book has some great features and tips and thus far everything has been very accurate. It's been a lot of fun in Jamaica for the last 6 months and this book made it so much nicer.