Jamaica is
an island nation of the Greater Antilles, located in the Caribbean
Sea. It is about 385 miles northeast of the Central American mainland,
90 miles south of Cuba, and 120 miles west of the island of Hispaniola,
on which Haiti and the Dominican Republic are situated. Its indigenous
Arawakan-speaking Taíno inhabitants named the island Xaymaca,
meaning either the "Land of Springs," or the "Land
of Wood and Water". Formerly a Spanish possession known as
Santiago, it later became the British West Indies Crown colony of
Jamaica. It is the third most populous anglophone country in the
Americas, after the United States and Canada.
Capital: Kingston
Geography: 4,244 sq mi
Population: 2,758,124
Religion: Protestant, Roman Caholic, Other.
Language: English; Patois, Creole.
Currency: Jamaican
Dollar; US$ is widely accepted.
Time Zone: Eastern Time
Zone
Electricity: 110 volt / 50 Hz
Entry Requirements:
All U.S. Citizens and Canadian nationals, including infants, must
have a valid passport that is valid for six months past the
date of first entry into Jamaica, and an onward or return ticket.
A visa is not required.
Getting There:
Flying Time to Jamaica from: Los
Angeles: 6 hrs Chicago: 3 hrs 30 min Houston: 2 hrs 45 min New York: 4 hrs
Atlanta: 2 hrs 42 min Miami: 1
hr 10 min
Toronto: 3 hrs 55 min Vancouver: 11 hrs
Popular Shopping Items:
Tia Maria Coffee
Blue Mountain Coffee
Woodcarvings
Straw Goods
Paintings
Jamaican Rum
Jamaican Fashions/Batiks
Major
Attractions: Jamaica:
Jamaica is the home of Reggae Music. Montego Bay:
Rose Hall Plantation - home of Jamaica's 'White Witch', Annie
Palmer. She is remembered for murdering three husbands & many
slave lovers. Martha Brae - rafting on a two-seater bamboo raft. Sam Sharpe Square - shopping Craft Market Doctor's Cave Beach
Montego Bay Resorts: Close proximity
to the airport; atmosphere for party-seeker's.
Ocho Rios: Dunn's River Falls - climb the rocky steps of the 600 foot
waterfall, or walk up the adjacent pathway. Straw Market - shopping Shaw Park Botanical Gardens Fern Gully - rain forest
Ocho Rios Resorts: close to popular
attractions, atmosphere for active and party-seekers.
Port Antonio:
Deep-sea fishing (marlin).
Negril:
One of the best known beaches (white-sand); prominent location of
all-inclusive resorts. Rick's Cafe - cliff diving by vacationers. Long Bay - five miles of beach.
Negril Resorts: Diverse types of resorts,
5-Star Luxury Resorts, and 4-Star Active Resorts
Runaway Bay:
Runaway Bay Resorts: secluded environment;
active, party-seekers
Kingston:
Capital City; Reggae clubs, discos.
Travel
Seasons: Peak Season: Mid-December to Easter. Low Season: Easter to mid-December Spring Break: March & April Hurricane Season: June to November
Seasons:
Spring: Mar - May
Summer: June - August
Fall/Autumn: Sept - Nov
Winter: Dec - Feb
International
Travel Warehouse
Los Angeles, CA USA
Tel: 1.310.312.1116 info@itwusa.com
CST 2057034-40
Couples Negril
Negril,
Jamaica
Welcome to
Couples Negril!
Couples Negril
is recognized for its stylish, chic, and eclectic atmosphere.
Everything seems to be synchronized here... even our hammocks,
shaded by lush palm tress, seem to sway harmoniously with the
gentle sounds of the sea. The turquoise blue waters beckon as
the powdery white sand offers an easy road to the Caribbean Sea.
Couples
Swept Away's all-inclusive experience includes golf,
windsurfing, scuba diving, tennis, a massage? Thankfully you can
do it all, and then some. Included in this vacation experience
are unlimited meals (including specialty dining), 24-hour food
service, unlimited premium brand beverages at any of our 4 bars,
all sports activities, and evening entertainment. And Weddings
are Free!
Couples Negril
is located on 18-acres of tropical grounds, with a breathtaking
white sand beach. The resort is five miles from downtown Negril,
and fifty miles from Montego Bay (an hour and a half drive).t
in the entire Caribbean.
Amenities
Couples Negril
is ideal for couples seeking a luxury romantic holiday.
Its Top Five Amenities include:
24 hour
All-Inclusive Luxury Resort includes Daytime Activities with instruction,
24-hour Dining, Beverages, Evening Entertainment, Gratuities,
and Taxes.
Resort's
Luxury, Personality and Relaxing Atmosphere.
Enormous
activities and entertainment options
Unlimited
Golf, with transfers and green fees included.
Shuttle
to Pirates Cave, Downtown Negril, Margaritaville, shopping, church,
and local disco.
Couples Negril
offers a variety of land and water activities, and evening entertainment.
Activities
Beach
Volleyball
Pool Tournament
Bocce Ball
Beach & Pool Volleyball
Ice Carving Demo
Darts
Basketball
Nature Walk
Shopping Shuttle
Table Tennis
Rum Mixology
Catamaran Cruise
Casino & Auction
Spot Prize bingo
Scavenger Hunt
Musical Trivia
Jamaica Market Trip by Boat
Arts & Craft Demo
Fashion Show
Jamaican cooking Class
Facts Time (Learn about Jamaica and learn to speak the
language)
Guest vs. Staff Basketball
Bob Marley Expose & Auction
Pirates Cave Shuttle Departs
Beach Games
Watersports Shop
Snorkeling
Glass Bottom Boat
Watersports Lessons - Sailing, wind-surfing, sun-fish
sailing, water-skiing
Scuba Hut
Windsurfing
Hobie cat sailing
Sunfish sailing
Water-skiing
Canoeing
Au Naturel Sunbathing at designated areas on the beach
Fitness Center
Aerobics
*additional charge
Entertainment
Piano
Bar Melodies
Piano Sing Along
Dancing with the Resident Band
Karaoke
Evening Show
Managers Cocktail Party
Steel Band
Bare Foot Beach Party
Wine & Cheese Party
Margaritaville Shuttle
Dance Party
Bon Fire on the Beach
Jungle Shuttle
Staff & Guest Talent Show
Golf
At Couples Resorts
green fees and transfers are included. The day before, Guest
Relations will issue your voucher. Bus departs around 8 am and
1 pm (Mon-Sun). Note: In Jamaica caddies are mandatory and tipping
is customary.
Negril Hills
The 18 hole par 72 course, measuring 6,333 yards, is distinguished
by gently undulating fairways, elevated tees and greens, picturesque
water hazards and lush tropical vegetation.
Caddy is mandatory
at $14 per caddy for 18 holes; $7 for 9 holes
Carts are optional at $34.50 per cart for 18 holes; $17.25 for
9 holes
Club Rental: $18 per set (all rentals available in ladies and
gents, left & right handed)
Couples Negril offers a casual dining, and three ala carte restaurants.
Breakfast:
The Cassava
Terrace Restaurant offers open-air dining with a continental
breakfast spread for early risers beginning at 5:30 a.m. From
7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., a full breakfast is served, with an
array of fresh tropical fruits and juices, cereals, pastries,
delicious hot dishes and made-to-order items. Dress is casual,
though beach cover-up and shoes are required.
Continental
Breakfast in Bed: Enjoy the luxury of a breakfast in bed
or on your private balcony between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Lunch: Our two
restaurants offer distinct dining options for lunch.
The
Cassava Terrace Restaurant offers a tempting buffet of salads,
local and international hot and cold dishes, pastries and cakes
all in an open-air setting. Dress is casual, though beach
cover-up and shoes are required.
Beach Grill Restaurant offers casual dining, featuring
a selection of Jamaican delights, grilled specialties and salads.
Open from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Beginning every evening
at 10:00 p.m. if late night hunger pangs should strike you,
the Beach Grill offers a simple menu until 5 a.m.
Dinner: Transform
dinner from a meal to a dining experience by choosing from the
following restaurants:
The Cassava
Terrace Restaurant: Enjoy the warm tropical breezes in this
open-air restaurant as you indulge your palate with International
cuisine. Dinner is served from 7:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
Heliconia: Feast on the many flavors of the Mediterranean
with a selection of grilled specialties and delicious pasta
dishes. Indulge in our delicious Dessert Buffet.
Otaheite Restaurant: Reservations are required for this
chic restaurant, where you can encounter all the spices, flavor
and fusion of fine Jamaican and Caribbean fare. Required Dress
Code -- Ladies: "semi-formal" -- Gentlemen: collar
shirt, long pants, dress shoes / closed shoes.
Couples Negril
offers 234 rooms, and suites, representing the resorts elegant,
eclectic nature.
Room Categories:
Deluxe
Garden: Air conditioned, king bed, ceiling fan, private
bath/shower, satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit
box, private balcony/patio, nightly turndown service. Located
throughout the property.
Deluxe Ocean:
Air conditioned, king bed, ceiling fan, private bath/shower,
satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box, private
balcony/patio, nightly turndown service. Located on the third
floor of each block and on lower floors close to the ocean,
some ocean views may be partial.
Deluxe Beachfront:
Air conditioned, king bed, ceiling fan, private bath/shower,
satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box, private
balcony or patio, nightly turndown service. Located on the blocks
closest to the ocean.
Garden Suite:
Air conditioned, king bed, ceiling fan, private oversized bathroom
with double vanity, Jacuzzi bathtub & separate shower. Satellite
TV, CD player, blow dryer, and safety deposit box. Sitting area,
bathrobes, refrigerator stocked with beer, wine, soda &
Champagne (replenished daily), hors d'oeuvres delivered each
evening. Hammock on balcony/patio. Nightly turndown service.
Located at the ends of each block
Beachfront
Suite: Air conditioned, king bed, ceiling fan, private oversized
bathroom with double vanity, Jacuzzi bathtub & separate
shower. Satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer, and safety deposit
box. Sitting area, bathrobes, refrigerator stocked with beer,
wine, soda & Champagne (replenished daily), hors d'oeuvres
delivered each evening. Hammock on balcony/patio. Nightly turndown
service. Located at the ends of each block, closest to the ocean.
Couples Negril
offers an array of enticing spa services at reasonable rates.
Enjoy rejuvenation and relaxation with the following indulgences:
Swedish
Trigger Point
Deep Tissue
Sports
Aromatherapy & Deluxe Massage
Facial Reflexology
Body Wrap
Body Scrub
Body Polish
The salons stylists are also available to pamper you. Services
include manicures, pedicures, hair styling, hair conditioning
and repair, waxing and hot towel shaves for men.
Couples Resorts
is committed to making your wedding an event to cherish forever,
and with that in mind, Couples offers the following FREE benefits
in your Wedding*:
Wedding
coordinator
Non-denominational ceremony
Sparkling wine
Two-tier cake
Bridal bouquet and boutonniere
His and Hers half-hour massages
Commemorative T-shirts
Renewal of Vows
Package includes:
Wedding
coordinator services
Ceremony and witnesses
Sparkling wine
Two-tier cake
Bridal Bouquet and boutonnière
Family and friends
(18 years and older) staying at a different resort may attend
the ceremony by purchasing a ceremony only pass or half day or
Full day pass. There will be enough cake and sparkling wine for
everybody.
Ceremony Only Pass
USD $40
Half Day Pass [10:00 am - 6:00 PM] USD $75
Full Day Pass [10:00 am - 11:30 PM] USD $100
Should more than
20 off-property guests plan to attend, advanced approval is required.
Honeymoons
The fairytale has
begun and as a special congratulatory gift, Couples Resorts offer
its honeymoon guests a complimentary bottle of champagne delivered
to your room upon arrival, as well as a half hour his/hers massage.
Couples Resorts must be notified in advance of your honeymoon,
and proof of marriage within the past 30 days is required.