Montego Bay With its "Hip Strip" booming with shops, restaurants and clubs, championship golf courses on lavish resorts, and legendary Colonial great houses - Montego Bay's juxtaposition of natural beauty and man-made luxury make it a beloved destination. Montego Bay is the second largest city in Jamaica but is considered the capital of tourism. Mo-Bay as it is affectionately called, is located in North Western Jamaica and is the capital of the Parish of St James.
Tourism in Jamaica is said to have been born here and today Montego Bay boasts a wide selection of accommodation, from older, well-established luxury hotels and newer all-inclusives to many small and intimate places. Historic great houses give visitors the opportunity to explore the regions colonial heritage and hip and modern restaurants and bars offer a great nightlife. Montego Bay is also good for shopping and boasts great duty free shops, craft markets and boutiques. Add some great beaches and an international airport and you have a world class resort city.
Not only is Montego Bay a booming resort city, it is also has a thriving port and is an important economic centre for Jamaica. The second city is also famous for being the home of the worlds premier reggae festival, Reggae Sumfest. |
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