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 Tower Isle
(formerly
Couples Ocho Rios)
Ocho
Rios , Jamaica
Welcome to
Couples Tower Isle!
Jamaica's original
all-inclusive resort, Couples Tower Isle, captures the essence
of Old Jamaica charm mixed with breath- taking beauty. The resort
itself stands impressive as its white exterior is beautifully
contrasted by all of nature's gifts. The ambiance combines the
allure of a 50's Hollywood hangout with a preserved feeling of
lush tropical splendors. Our white powdery sand beach is awaiting
your footprints. Our fresh-water pool overlooking the sea is ready
to refresh you.
At Couples Tower Isle, it's all about you and the simple ways we can please you.
Enjoy gourmet meals (including specialty dining), 24-hour food
service, unlimited premium brand beverages at at one of our 4
bars, all land and water- sports activities and a variety of off-site
excursions. It's your vacation and it needs to be special. It's
our pleasure to make it happen.
Couples Tower Isle is located on 19-acres of beautiful beachfront property,
five miles from downtown Ocho Rios, and 65 miles from Montego
Bay Airport (an hour and a half drive).
Amenities
Couples Tower Isle
is ideal for couples seeking a luxury romantic holiday.
Its 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 Tower Isle
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.
Couples Tower Isle guests golf at Sandals Golf and Country Club.
Caddy is mandatory
at $17 per caddy for 18 holes; $12 for 9 holes
Carts are optional at $40 per cart for 18 holes; $25 for 9 holes
Club Rental: Precept: $25 - Callaway - $45 (all rentals available
in ladies and gents, left & right handed)
Shoe rentals (includes free socks) $16
Enjoy
open-air, beach-side dining at The Patio Restaurant.
Choose from an array of tropical fresh fruits and juices, cereals,
pastries and made-to-order specialties.
Continental
Breakfast in Bed: Enjoy breakfast in bed or on your private
balcony. What better way to take in the sunshine?
Lunch:
The Patio
Restaurant will pamper your palate with our buffet of delicious
dishes.
Dinner: Transform
dinner from a meal to an experience by choosing from the following
five restaurants:
Bayside:
Our casual and candle-lit pasta restaurant situated on the sea.
Make sure to request for reservations in advance to this spectacular
restaurant.
The Verandah: For those nights when you crave continental
cuisine at its finest.
Calabash: Get in touch with the true spirit and flavor
of Jamaica in this open-air restaurant, which specializes in
traditional island cuisine.
Le Gourmet: Make your reservations early to enjoy this
award-winning French restaurant. From the ambience to the dining
experience, everything is magnifique. Required Dress Code --
[Ladies: "semi-formal" -- Gentlemen: collar shirt,
long pants, dress shoes / closed shoes]
The Beach Grill: The place for 24-hour food service
with a laid-back twist. Enjoy casual fare in an easy-going atmosphere
at all hours, and make your way to the adjoining terrace for
a memorable meal under the stars.
Couples Tower Isle
offers 212 rooms, and suites, representing the resorts elegant,
eclectic nature.
Room Categories:
Deluxe
Garden: Spacious rooms with a splendid view of the lush
gardens..
Air conditioned, King size bed, private bath/shower, Satellite
TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box. Nightly turndown
service. Private balcony or patio. Recently refurbished. Located
in the main building
Superior Ocean:
Spacious rooms with romantic view of the Caribbean Sea.
Air conditioned, King size bed, private bath/shower, satellite
TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box. Nightly turndown
service. Private balcony. Located in the South and West Wing.
Deluxe Ocean:
Rooms with romantic view of the Caribbean Sea and Tower Isle,.
Air conditioned, King size bed, private bath/shower, satellite
TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box. Nightly turndown
service. Private balcony or patio. Recently refurbished. Located
in the main building and East Wing.
Garden Jr.
Suites: Beautiful jr. suites with sitting area and view
of lush gardens. Air conditioned, King size bed, private bath/shower
with Jacuzzi bathtub, satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety
deposit box, bathrobes, refrigerator stocked with beer, wine,
soda & Champagne (replenished daily). Nightly turndown service.
Private Balcony. Located on the top floor in the main building.
Ocean Jr.
Suites: Beautiful jr. suites with sitting area and romantic
view of the Caribbean Sea and Tower Isle. Air conditioned, King
size bed, private bath/shower with Jacuzzi bathtub, satellite
TV, CD player, blow dryer, safety deposit box, bathrobes, refrigerator
stocked with beer, wine, soda & Champagne (replenished daily).
Nightly turndown service. Private Balcony. Located on the top
floor in the main building.
One Bedroom
Ocean Suites: Spacious Suite with Separate living room (Sofa,
chair & table) and splendid view of the ocean and Tower
Isle. Air-conditioned, King size bed, private bath/shower with
Jacuzzi bathtub, bathrobes, satellite TV, CD player, blow dryer,
safety deposit box. Refrigerator stocked with beer, wine, soda
& Champagne (replenished daily). Nightly turndown service.
Private balcony. Located in the main building.
Couples Tower Isle 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.