SANDALS MONTEGO BAY JAMAICA

The very first Sandals resort to open its doors and set a whole new bar for luxury and romance in the Caribbean, Sandals Montego Bay still continues to completely and utterly captivate couples' hearts. Born, back in the days when only the rich and famous wintered in the tropics, the resort's original incarnation was as the glamorous Bay Roc Hotel. A Mecca for the jet-setting crowd of that era, the Bay Roc, known for its breathtakingly exquisite beach, was designed by renowned American architect, Edward Durrell Stone, who also created New York City's Radio City Music Hall and Museum of Modern Art.

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Today, every inch of this remarkable spot–located ever-so-conveniently minutes from Montego Bay's international airport–gives you an authentic experience of the good life, Caribbean-style. Feel the amazingly upbeat energy as it pulses and throbs infectiously to a tropical heartbeat, inspiring you to discover a whole new level of excitement. Walk along pathways that lead enchantingly through artfully landscaped gardens and you'll encounter mature fruit trees, laden with mangoes, red ackees and citrus. Get lost in the brilliant tropical flowers, such as oleander, plumbago, yellow shrimp and frangipani, which assault your senses with impossible hues of pink, gold, purple and blue that stay with you long after you've left the island. Stay in magnificent suites that were once the private villas of the fabulously wealthy who once made the Bay Roc their winter playground. Experience the upscale leisure of days gone by melded seamlessly with all of the luxurious, modern touches that characterizes this, the very first, and always special, Sandals.


The longest, and quite possibly widest, private beach on Jamaica's Riviera-like north coast seems to stretch out far past forever. Dig your toes into the warm, impossibly silky, snow-white sand, and leave a double imprint in your wake, as you stroll aimlessly along 2000 feet of waterfront. Swing together in a hammock, strung from the boughs of two coconut trees. Listen to the mesmeric lull of the ocean waves from one of the "love beds," strategically placed steps from the lapping sea. Take shelter from the caress of the sun beneath one of the many thatched umbrellas that grace the beachscape. Work off your luscious lunch with a game of beach volleyball. Or thrill yourself with one of our first-rate water sports. Everything you've ever dreamed of in a beach awaits you on these golden sands, which slope ever so seductively down to the most crystal-clear, aquamarine waters this side of nirvana.

IBEROSTAR MONTEGO BAY JAMAICA

Between Ocho Rios and Negril, you'll find Iberostar Rose Hall Suites in Rose Hall, Jamaica; an old sugar plantation turned perfect vacation spot. Besides the all-inclusive bliss, the closeness to all the excursion sites is pretty beneficial to most visitors too. Water sport activities, site seeing, nature adventures are all close to the hotel making it easier to explore the island. There's also the Shoppes at Rose Hall selling everything from clothing to jewelry to souvenirs. A little further away there's the famous Hip Strip, an area with tons of tourist attractions like bars, nightclubs, restaurants and shops. Wherever you venture out, you're guaranteed a good time. Iberostar Rose Hall Suites is the perfect mixture of old and new. Here, shiny marble floors, gigantic brass chandeliers and electrifying red velvet couches all come together to create the ideal image of your vacation. You'll find antiques and décor reminiscent of past centuries but you'll also find minimalist, trendy and colorful pieces throughout the resort. It's a real feast for your senses inviting each one of them to take in the mood and atmosphere of this five-star all-inclusive hotel. Once you enter, you'll be catapulted to a different state of mind. One that feels more spoiled, entitled and relaxed.  And with mesmerizing beach views all around you, plus gourmet food at all times of the day, Iberostar Rose Hall Suites is your piece of paradise on earth. When you're on vacation, you want to make sure your accommodations are as comfortable as can be. And with Iberostar Rose Hall Suites, there's nothing to worry about. Choose from three types of room including standard, oceanview or oceanfront junior suites complete with king size beds or two double beds and a sofa bed for each one. Not to mention the large balcony from which you can admire the beautiful views.  Inside your suite, you'll also find a flat screen TV, a DVD player, a shower, a separate tub and little extras like a hairdryer, iron board and toiletries. Iberostar Rose Hall Suites is truly the best value for your perfect vacation in the Caribbean. Thanks to the all-inclusive model, you get more for your money. Besides the four specialty restaurants you'll also have access to three more at the Iberostar Rose Hall Beach nearby. That's a total of seven à la carte dining options. Premium alcohol and soft-drinks are also included. You can also expect a great large room with a balcony.  Inside you'll find a flat-screen TV, a DVD player not to mention 24-hour room service and a mini-bar stocked with water and soft drinks. All-inclusive also means activities galore and nightly entertainment. All you have to do is strap on your Iberostar bracelet and have access to it all.

MONTEGO BAY

Montego Bay is Jamaica's second city and has been a tourist Mecca since the 20s when early visitors sought out the healing waters of Doctor's Cave Beach. From the days when ''King Sugar' ruled, Montego Bay has been a bustling commercial centre and shipping port.

The resort of today is spread out from Rose Hall Great House in the east to Tryall in the west, with a choice of accommodation from guest houses to convention facilities.

The resort town of Montego Bay is as far from the 'real' Jamaica as you can get, though behind the narrow coastal plain is hill country where you can immerse yourself in mountain-village life. The region boasts a greater concentration of well-preserved colonial houses than any other, many of which are working plantations that welcomes guests on guided tours. And several championship golf courses, a number of horse stables and the island's best shopping add to the region's appeal.

There are two Montego Bays, the tourist quarter, north of the town center, arcs along Gloucester Avenue, a narrow shoreline boulevard lined with hotels, restaurants, and public beaches. Glouchester Avenue becomes Kent Avenue, which stretches along what used to be called Chaltam Sea Wall and ends at tiny Dead End Beach, with the airport just beyond. The airport is accessed from Sunset Boulevard, which stretches east from the junction of Gloucester and Kent Avenues and continues east, beyond the airport (at the roundabout junction with the Queen's Drive), as the A1 to Ironshore and the resorts on the north coast.