The Rough Guide to Jamaica (Rough Guides) - Softcover

Coates, Robert; Henzell, Laura

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0241181305 ISBN 13: 9780241181300

Publisher: Rough Guides, 2015

Synopsis

The Rough Guide to Jamaica is the ultimate travel guide to the most captivating of the Caribbean islands. From dining by the sea to dancing under the stars, we've picked out the best of Jamaica, with full-colour pictures offering a taste of what to expect.

Detailed practical advice covers everything from restaurants and accommodation to tipping and tours; an events calendar details the island's legendary reggae shows, and insiders' tips ensure that you'll discover the island beyond the resorts.

The Rough Guide to Jamaica also provides the lowdown on each part of island, including the white-sand beaches and watersports of Negril and Montego Bay; the lush rainforest retreats of Portland; the hip hotels of the unspoiled south coast; unforgettable hikes in the cool Blue Mountain peaks; and Kingston's electrifying arts and nightlife scene. You can explore every corner of Jamaica with clear, detailed maps that will help you navigate with ease. You can make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Jamaica.

About this title

About the Author:

A freelance journalist since 2004, Robert Coates has written widely on the Caribbean and Brazil for travel guides, newspapers, and international organizations. He previously worked in youth-focused roles in NGOs and local government in the UK and the Caribbean, and holds a master's in postcolonial politics from Aberystwyth. He also speaks Portuguese and French.

Laura Henzell is a freelance travel writer, cooking enthusiast, and yoga teacher. The mother of two children, she lives in rural Jamaica where she helps her husband run their small family hotel.

About this edition

• Publisher: Rough Guides
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0241181305
• ISBN 13: 9780241181300
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 309