Jamaica Hideaways

With Ocho Rios often serving as a quiet escape as compared to other more lively Jamaican tourist destinations, Royal Plantation resort certainly epitomizes this sentiment. Constructed in the early 50′s, Royal Plantation maintains a quaint charm that has escaped the real world in decades past. Setting foot on the resort’s grounds is almost a time warp back to a simpler era, in the best sense of the statement. Still up to date with modern day luxuries and amenities, the unique dcor, building structure and staff chivalry take guests back to an age in which appearance and politeness was of utmost importance, without sacrificing the convenient and pampering innovations of the last 40 years. From beach waiters clad in ties and vests to butlers in every suite, the service is simply unparalleled and a valuable part of the Royal Plantation experience. (more…)

With all the luxuries and amenities available today, the Sandals Royal Caribbean quite simply spares no expense, topping off the exquisite grounds with a gorgeous private island just offshore, accessible by boat or even moderate swim through turquoise waters. To match its inspired dcor, Sandals Royal Caribbean offers as good of service as you will find anywhere on the island, or even the Caribbean for that matter. Easily identifiable hotel staff are always just a quick word away, often asking unprovoked if there is anything they can personally do to help ensure a more pleasant stay. For vacationers looking to read, relax and park their sun soaked skin on the shore, the resort is littered with hammocks, beach chairs and picturesque sitting arrangements specifically designed to help their patrons do as little as possible. For active beach-goers, swim up bars and clubs provide instant entertainment, not to mention a limitless selection of water sports (including unlimited scuba) to satisfy one’s adventurous or competitive side. Though there’s little reason for any guest to ever want to leave the resort, Sandals Royal Caribbean offers tours through scenic Jamaica as well, hitting all the high points that have defined Jamaican culture and helped it become the famous and beloved little island it is today. From reggae legend Bob Marley to historic sugar cane plantations to breathtaking waterfalls, a tour package can help vacationers experience all of quintessential Jamaica with plenty of time left to lounge around in luxury. (more…)