Jamaica Travel Information

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Is there anything better than stretching out like a cat in a warm patch of Jamaican sun? Only if you sprinkle your island vacation with a dash of adventure. Known fondly as “the land of wood and water,” Jamaica’s forests feature prime hiking and bird watching. History buffs can the heritage sites of Trelawny, while reggae and dancehall fans will love the authentic music clubs of Kingston. Montego Bay is perfect for snorkeling and shopping, while the spas of Ocho Rios can make any stresses melt away.

Things to do in Jamaica: Dunn's River Falls • Seven Mile Beach •  Martha Brae River • Blue Hole • Blue Waters Beach Club • Trident Undersea Trekking (helmet diving) • Snorkeling, Montego Bay • Highseas Seafood Raft

Highly rated hotels in Jamaica: Somewhere West • Jamaica Inn • The Cliff Hotel • The Trident Hotel • Round Hill Hotel and Villas • Sandals • Villas Sur Mer • Geejam • S Hotel Jamaica

Jamaica's electricity is 110V 50Hz and uses plug types A & B

Plug Type: A
Plug Type: B

Great Circle Distance between Heathrow and Norman Manley International Airport is 4,672 miles. Jamaica's IATA airport code is KIN. One World Lounge Details Here.

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Climate: Jamaica has a tropical maritime climate, with temperatures of little variation, mostly between 27°C and 30°C on the coasts and around 20°C in the mountains. A rainy period occurs between May and December, with relatively moderate and rather sporadic rainfall. Between June and November, cyclones can occur. You can travel to Jamaica at any time, but the tourist season is in full swing from December to April, resulting in higher prices and a more tourists. The period from May to October is quieter and cheaper but with more heat and humidity.

Covid-19 Data for Jamaica

Data (updated daily) from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control on the geographic distribution of COVID-19 cases & deaths.

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BA Tier Points

Class	Tier Points (per Leg)	Tier Points (Total)
Economy	35	70
World Traveller Plus	90	180
Business	140	280
First	210	420

Avios Required (per leg) for BA Redemption Flight from London to Kingston

Cabin	Off Peak Travel	Peak Travel
Economy	16,250	25,000
World Traveller Plus	32,500	50,000
Club	62,500	75,000
First	85,000	100,000

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