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Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & North Coast
Why Go? Ocho Rios, Jamaica’s third-largest town, dominates the Ocho Rios...... 76 north coast’s tourist scene. Cruise ships land passengers in East of Ocho Rios...... 84 huge numbers here, and if the town can sometimes feel a South of Ocho Rios....88 little like a theme park, visitors are at least drawn for good West of Ocho Rios.....88 reason – the surrounding area features some of the most beautiful (and popular) natural attractions on the island. Dry Harbour From working plantations to sights unveiling the breadth of Mountains...... 92 Jamaican history, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. Port Antonio...... 93 By comparison, sleepy Portland is by far the least devel- East of Port Antonio..98 oped resort area in Jamaica, yet also the most rugged and Rio Grande Valley..... 103 scenic. Forested mountains with deep gorges and rushing West of Port rivers spread their fingers towards fringes of white sand and Antonio...... 105 cool-blue surf that rolls into beach-lined coves. The folks are friendly and the hustle small. From Port Antonio, you can explore gorgeous but untouristed beaches, or head into the mountains and rainforest for hiking and birding. Best Places to Eat ¨¨Toscanini (p82) ¨¨Whalers (p81) When to Go ¨¨Boston Bay jerk Ocho Rios stands (p101) °C/°F Temp Rainfall inches/mm 40/104 40/1000 ¨¨Dickie’s Best Kept 32/800 Secret (p97) 30/68 24/600 ¨¨Mille Fleurs (p100) 16/400 20/68 8/200 Best Places to 10/50 0 Stay J FDNOSAJJMAM ¨¨Reggae Hostel (p80) Feb The weather Aug–Oct The Dec–Mar Even in ¨¨Gee Jam (p100) is (relatively) dry rains are vicious, the high season ¨¨Ambassabeth Cabins and you’ll have but you’ll get good this region doesn’t (p103) a chance to see wind for serious see as many the Fi Wi Sinting adventure surfing. crowds as the rest ¨¨Great Huts (p101) festival. of Jamaica. ¨¨Cottage at Te Moana (p80)
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