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arning: In every resort area, be prepared for nu-
merous offers by
higglers
, Jamaica's word for ped-
dlers. Also be ready for offers of “something special.”
Ganja or marijuana is widespread, but purchase or
use of the drug is strictly illegal.
Ocho Rios Sights
In Ocho Rios, the most popular attraction is
Dunn's River
Falls.
This spectacular waterfall is actually a series of falls that
cascade from the mountains to the sea. Here, you don't just
view the falls, but you climb up the cascading water. Led by a
sure-footed Jamaican guide (who wears everyone's cameras
slung around his neck), groups work their way up the falls hand
in hand like a human daisy chain. You'll be assigned a guide
who will escort the entire group; tips are accepted. Be prepared
to get wet and have fun, but don't expect a quiet, private get-
away. This is Jamaica for the masses and, no matter what day
of the week, the masses do come. At the end of the climb, you'll
be deposited into a hectic market for an opportunity to buy
crafts, carvings, and the ubiquitous T-shirt.
West of Ocho Rios in the town of Oracabessa, 007 fans can visit
the
James Bond Beach.
Located near Ian Fleming's home,
Goldeneye, the beach has plenty of options for a day of activity:
waverunners, helicopter tours, and horseback rides, as well as
a beach bar and grill.
If you're serious about horseback riding, check out the
Chukka
Cove Equestrian Centre
(
876-972-2506) between Run-
away Bay and Ocho Rios. Well known for its world-class polo
matches, the center also offers guided horseback trips along the
beach and in the mountains.
Montego Bay Sights
Several greathouses, which once oversaw huge sugar planta-
tions, are today notable visitor attractions.
Rose Hall
is one of
the best-known and is an easy afternoon visit for Montego Bay
guests. This was once the home of the notorious Annie Palmer,
better known as the White Witch. According to legend, Annie
murdered several of her husbands and her slave lovers.
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