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 Swept Away
Negril,
Jamaica
Welcome to
Couples Swept Away!
Couples Swept Away
offers the intimacy of a private villa and the romantic ambiance
of a tropical hideaway. Mind and body are soothed by the warm
waters and even warmer welcome you will find here. From scuba
diving and sailing to spa treatments and yoga, this is an environment
that will restore, refresh, and invigorate.
Couples Swept Away's
all-inclusive experience includes unlimited meals, unlimited premium
brand drinks, a wonderful fruit and veggie bar and an endless
array of land-sports, water sports and off-site excursions. There
are ten lighted tennis courts, a 10-acre sports and fitness complex,
and 7 miles of a soft white sand beach awaiting your footprints.
And Weddings are Free!
Couples Swept Away's
20-acres of tropical grounds is located on a beautiful stretch
of Seven Mile beach. The resort is five miles from downtown Negril,
and fifty miles from Montego Bay (an hour and a half drive).
Amenities
Couples Swept Away
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 Swept Away
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)
The
Palms 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 verandah balcony between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00
a.m.
Lunch:
The Palms
and Beach Grill offer distinct dining options for
lunch.
Dinner:
The Palms:
Encounter the gentle kiss of a Caribbean breeze as you dine
in this tropical setting. Innovative meals, featuring an array
of tempting international and local dishes, are offered for
breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Lemon Grass:
An authentic a la carte Thai Dining Experience overlooking the
main pool and the Caribbean shores while dining under the stars.
Dress code casual elegance. No reservations required.
Feathers:
A divine dining diversion. Negrils finest gourmet restaurant
offers continental cuisine with a distinctly Caribbean flair.
Make sure to call ahead for reservations to this award-winning
restaurant. Required Dress Code -- [Ladies: "semi-formal"
-- Gentlemen: collar shirt, long pants, dress shoes / closed
shoes]
Sea Grape
Café: A delicious meal awaits you at this seaside
café. Whether youre a strict vegetarian or just
in search of an excellent natural dish, this is the place for
you.
Veggie Bar:
Fresh fruits, vegetable juices, pita pocket sandwiches, healthy
appetizers and more are available every day. At night, sample
a full array of casual dining delights beneath the stars. The
laid-back grill is ready to tempt you with its island specialties.
Couples Swept Away
offers 134 Caribbean-style verandah suiteslocated throughout a
beachfront setting.
Room Categories:
Garden
Suites: Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens, All
rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed or 2 Double
Beds, private shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer,
safety deposit box, balcony/terrace. Nightly turndown service.
Buildings are located on the perimeter of the property, 8 or
10 suites on each block, situated on the 1st or 2nd floor.
Atrium Suites: Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens.
All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private
shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit
box, balcony/terrace with hammock. Nightly turndown service.
, Located in the center of the property, 1st or 2nd floor, each
villa has 4 Suites.
Beachfront
Suites: Rooms with view of the Caribbean Sea (may be obstructed
by lush vegetation) All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan,
King Bed, private shower, telephone, CD player/radio, blow dryer,
safety deposit box, balcony/terrace with rocking chair. Stocked
mini-bar. Nightly turndown service. Located along the beach
path, 1st or 2nd floor, each villa has 4 Suites.
Garden Verandah:
Rooms with a view of lush tropical gardens. All rooms air conditioned
with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower and bathtub, telephone,
satellite TV, CD player/radio, blow dryer, safety deposit box,
stocked mini-bar. Verandah with sofa chairs & table. Nightly
turndown service. Each block has 12 suites which are located
on 1st, 2nd & 3rd floor.
Ocean Verandah:
Rooms with a picturesque view of the Caribbean Sea. All rooms
air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private shower and
bathtub, telephone, satellite TV, CD player/radio, blow dryer,
safety deposit box, stocked mini-bar. Verandah with sofa chairs
& table. Stocked mini-bar. Nightly turndown service. Each
block has 12 suites which are located on 1st, 2nd & 3rd
floor
Beachfront
Verandah: Rooms with a picturesque view of the Caribbean
Sea. All rooms air conditioned with ceiling fan, King Bed, private
shower and bathtub, telephone, satellite TV, CD player/radio,
blow dryer, safety deposit box, stocked mini-bar. Verandah with
sofa chairs & table. Stocked mini-bar. Nightly turndown
service. Each block 12 suites which are located along the beach
path on 1st, 2nd & 3rd floor.
Couples Swept Away
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.