Five Fabulous Places You Must See in Ocho Rios
What could be more beautiful and relaxing than a vacation in Jamaica? Incredible beaches, fabulous food, and Caribbean weather don’t begin to describe what a visit to this destination has to offer. Whether you want to take part in the myriad of outdoor activities or just relax in the comfort of your Jamaica villa, you’re in for one of the best vacations you’ve ever had in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
James Bond Beach
This long beach was the site of the original James Bond movie Dr. No. It is located in Oracabessa Bay on the north coast of Jamaica. Among the many extraordinary things that make this beach fabulous are the incredible St. Mary Mountains that serve as a lush backdrop for the beach.
There are several luxury villas in Jamaica along James Bond Beach. The stunning clear waters of this peninsula are also the scene of blues, jazz and reggae concerts with artists such as Lauren Hill, Ziggy Marley and Rihanna. The beach has a gigantic two-story beach bar decorated with a James Bond motif.
Dunn’s River Falls
The internationally famous Dunn’s River Falls is an attraction that simply has to be seen to be believed. These falls cascade over a cliff over 600 feet high onto rocky terraces. Visitors can take guided walking tours of the cliffside and stand under the falls to enjoy a cool shower. Tourists from all over the world enjoy the impressive bird’s eye view of the coast from the top of the falls. Dunn’s River Falls is also known for weekly festivals that provide entertainment such as music, dancing, and more.
fern ravine
Nothing can be more relaxing than waking up in your completely renovated Ocho Rios villa and ready to take a day trip to Fern Gully. This three-mile stretch of winding road takes you into another world with a lush forest of some of the world’s largest and rarest ferns. The ravine is home to more than 300 different varieties of ferns; making it a botanist’s delight. Fern Gully is a popular tourist attraction for vendors along the way selling sculptures and carvings; including the life-size anatomically correct (and enlarged) male sculptures.
Villas in Jamaica
Part of the opulence of a stay in Ocho Rios is being pampered in a Jamaican villa. A luxurious vacation home, Jamaica Ocean View Villa is a popular hideaway for fabulous group vacations and events like weddings, spa trips, or themed vacations like golf getaways. The villa in Jamaica is located in a secluded cove and offers guests the complete treatment with incredible ocean views and all the amenities. It is the premier villa for romantic getaways, group vacations, family vacations, or a fantastic “me” time alone.
dolphin cove
Dolphin Cove is the largest dolphin lagoon in the world. Guests have the exciting experience of swimming with marine creatures including dolphins, rays and sharks in their natural marine environment. Dolphin Cove was the first attraction of its kind that allowed visitors to interact in the sea instead of artificial tanks. The attraction also draws crowds for its various birds, snakes, and iguanas along the jungle trail. Children can enjoy games and pirate characters among other activities.