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
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Los Angeles, CA USA
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Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril
Negril, Jamaica
Welcome to
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril!
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril is gently tucked into the glass-calm
waters of a protected cove. Here the crystal Caribbean Sea gently
kisses the broad white sand of our own private piece of Negril's
famous seven-mile beach. The stunning architecture of marble,
glass and stone sprawls throughout the meticulously manicured
grounds, blending into the natural contours of Negril's lush landscape.
At
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril, service is always impeccable
but never intrusive. Twenty-four hour room service. A strolling
waitress on the beach. Superb restaurants. Satellite TV and CD
players in every suite and junior suite. Unlimited champagne and
premium brand cocktails and every land and watersport.
Located on a two mile 22 acres crescent of white
sand beach on Bloody Bay, Negril on the West Coast of Jamaica.
55 miles from Montego Bay Airport, approximately one-and-a-half
hours by car.
Amenities
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril is for couples, singles, and adult families
16 years & older.
Its Amenities
include:
Super-Inclusive
Luxury Resort includes Land and Watersports Activities with instruction,
24-hour Dining, Beverages, Evening Entertainment, and Taxes. Gratuities/tipping
is simply not permitted.
Two beaches,
including a secluded beach for those who prefer their sunbathing
au naturel.
Accommodations
Land and Watersports Activities with instruction
24-hour Dining
Beverages
Evening Entertainment
Taxes
Gratuities/tipping is simply not permitted
Golfing
Golfing is included at the challenging 18-hole golf course Negril
Hills. Complimentary golf includes green fees and transportation
(Clubs, carts and mandatory caddies not included).
Land
Sports
Four tennis courts (two lit for night play), with lessons and
tournaments arranged by resident pro; bicycle tours; beach volleyball,
volleyball, bicycles, table tennis.
Water
Sports
Windsurfing; sunfish sailing; water-skiing, kayaking; snorkeling;
underwater-vision boat rides; scuba diving with daily dives for
beginners (a resort course and International PADI certification
is available at an additional cost); two pools, one near main
beach area, one on clothing-optional beach; five Jacuzzis.
Fitness
Center
Complete fitness center with Nautilus, Lifecycle and Stairmaster
equipment, as well as free weights; power walks, aquacise, aerobics,
reggae and soca classes. Fully air-conditioned and open 24-hours
a day.
The
Spa
Come and indulge yourself at our a la carte Spa where pampering
is the order of the day and take away with you an unforgettable
experience.
Indoor
Activities
Backgammon, cards, dominoes, pool tables, table tennis, and several
board games are available for your enjoyment.
Yoga
Our Yoga instructor, Gabriele Lindsay comes with a wealth of experience
from Jackie's on the Reef and the Negril Yoga Center. Yoga sessions
will consist of meditation, breathing techniques, relaxation,
stretching the muscles amongst other areas.
Entertainment
Atlantis
Night Club and Amici Piano Bar
Atlantis Night Club is open every night from 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM,
and Amici Piano Lounge from 6:00pm. Nightly live shows and a total
of nine bars.
Caribbean Beach
Carnival
Held on the main beach every Monday night (weather permitting).
The Caribbean Beach Carnival features live entertainment and an
extravagant buffet.
General Manager's
Grand Gala
Held every Friday on the Gran Terrazza. A gala evening of gourmet
food and music. A truly elegant party in the tropical tradition.
Special Activities
Afternoon Tea
Bicycle Tours
Soca Classes
Reggae
Karaoke
Staff and Guest Talent show
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril created the standard of excellence
for Caribbean dining with more culinary awards than any other
Caribbean resort. And while awards are nice, it's the day to day
adherence to rigid standards that gives the Breezes Grand Negril Resort & Spas its consistent taste of excellence. Chefs trained in
European, French, Italian, Caribbean, Japanese, American and Continental
cuisine. Fresh pasta. Fine wines. Desserts that are barely legal.
And as always, no tipping allowed. Not ever. Breakfast and lunch
buffets are lavish and beautifully presented.
Piacere
Formal elegance in a luxurious, candlelit setting, serving Nouvelle
cuisine. A world-class pianist accompanies your dining experience.
Open for dinner from 6:30pm to 9:30pm, nightly except Mondays
and Fridays. Formal attire. Jackets, slacks and shoes required
for men. Jeans, T-Shirts, sneakers or sandals should not be worn
to Piacere. Reservations and jackets are required.
La
Pasta
Casual Italian pasta bar. Open from 3:00pm to 10:00pm daily.
Cafe
Lido
Specializing in continental dining, casually elegant atmosphere
(no shorts). Open 6:30pm to 10:00pm nightly, except Mondays and
Fridays.
Gran
Terrazza
Casual, open-air buffet dining for breakfast and lunch. Opens
from 7:30am to 10:30am and 12:30pm to 3:30 pm respectively.
There
are 2 sumptuous dinner buffets, 7:30pm to 10:00pm weekly. On
Monday we feature an extravagant Caribbean Beach Carnival Night
on the main beach and on Friday our spectacular General Manager's
Grand Gala.
Reggae
Café
Formerly, the Beach House, Scotch Bonnet tempts you with the best
of local Jamaican favorites, from jerk chicken to Rotti and more.
The
Munasan
The Munasan, charmingly appointed and overlooking the warm Caribbean
waters. Here chefs perform culinary feats, from fresh sushi to
teppanyaki cuisine. The restaurant seats 8 at each teppanyaki
table and 12 at the sushi bar, where your chef will hand roll
delectable sushi. Reservations are required for dining times between
6:30pm and 9:30pm, resort style attire is acceptable (no shorts).
Munasan is open throughout the week except on Mondays and Fridays.
In-Room
Dining
In the mood for privacy? We have the perfect table for two in every
room. Order gourmet cuisine and bubbling champagne right to your
room twenty-four hours a day.
Bars
The 9 bars are stocked with premium International and local brands
of liquors.
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril consists of 210 junior suites and full suites
all featuring spectacular beachfront, ocean and garden views.
Every suite is
equipped with the following: Air-conditioning, Satellite TV, Direct
dial telephone, CD player, Coffee maker, Hair dryer, Ceiling fan,
Safe deposit box, 24 hour room service, Complimentary laundry
& dry cleaning service, and Iron & ironing board.
Standard
(ROH)
Guests selecting this accommodation will be assigned to the lowest
of the available room types at the time of arrival. Maximum Occupancy:
2 Adults
Junior
Suite Gardenview
Large bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds, sunken living
room and small balcony or patio. Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
Junior
Suite Oceanview
Large bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds, sunken living
room and small balcony or patio. Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
Junior
Beachfront Jacuzzi Suite
Large bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds, sunken living
room and small balcony or patio. Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
Junior
"Cove" Beachfront Jacuzzi Suite
Large bedroom with king-size bed or two twin beds, sunken living
room and small balcony or patio. Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
One
Bedroom Suite with Jacuzzi
Large bedroom and separate living room. Includes 5 piece wrought
iron dining set, extra love seat, complete entertainment console
and a minibar replenished daily. Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
Luxury One Bedroom Suite with
a Private Patio Jacuzzi
Boasting all the comforts of one-bedroom suites in addition to
an open courtyard with private Jacuzzi, Jacuzzi bath, fully stocked
wet bar, walk-in closet and powder room meeting of up to 12 persons.
Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults
Penthouse
Suite with a Private Patio
Jacuzzi
Beautifully furnished and complete with all the amenities of our
one bedroom luxury suite with an Executive Board Room, optional
connecting bedroom available and separate dressing area. Maximum
Occupancy: 2 Adults
Presidential
Perks Package
Includes round-trip air transportation from Sangster International
Airport in Montego Bay to Breezes Grand Negril Resort & Spa in Negril or round-trip
private car transfer from Sangster International Airport in Montego
Bay to Breezes Resort & Spa in Rio Bueno. A personal concierge will
greet you upon arrival. Package includes one complimentary spa
treatment for each person during their stay, arranged for you
personally by the concierge. Each treatment includes manicure,
pedicure, and a choice of body massage, facial, reflexology and
body scrub. Also, enjoy a personal chef to prepare a private dinner
to be arranged by our concierge. Accommodations of a one bedroom
luxury beachfront suite with large private Jacuzzi at Negril or
a one bedroom luxury suite overlooking the Caribbean Sea at Braco.
Come and indulge
yourself at our a la carte Spa where pampering is the order of
the day and take away with you an unforgettable experience. Featuring
complimentary manicures and pedicures along with use of the sauna,
steam room and plunge pool. Massage (at additional cost).
Treatments
Swedish
Massage
Back & Neck Massage
Body Polish
Aromatherapy - Salt Glow
Reflexology (feet)
Seaweed Wraps
Deep Cleaning Facial
Mini Facial
Paraffin Treatment
Waxing
Nails
What
could be a more perfect wedding gift than a perfect wedding? At
Breezes Grand Resort & Spa Negril weddings are free and the memories
are priceless. Super-Inclusive weddings feature all arrangements
for the ceremony (which can take place in a lush garden, on the
beach or in a gazebo atop the rock cliffs), marriage license;
minister; witnesses; bouquet of tropical flowers and boutonniere;
champagne and traditional Jamaican wedding cake; photography can
be arranged at an additional cost.
Weddings
are arranged through the Wedding Coordinator at the resort. Arrangements
and and marriage requirements must be completed prior to your
arrival. Photography and other services may be arranged upon arrival.
Family and friends (16 years and older) staying at a different
resort may attend the ceremony by purchasing a Day Pass.