Montego Bay referred to as Mobay by locals is the second largest city of Jamaica. Montego Bay has its own airport so tourists can fly in directly to the city.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world can be found in Montego Bay. Doctor’s Cave Beach famed for its glorious white sands and blue shore is one place that you must visit while on your Montego Bay vacation. About five miles long, there are many restaurants and bars along the seaside. Doctor’s Cave Beach is also ideal if you are water sports fanatic since the water is conducive to these sports.

Cornwall Beach another perfect beach in Montego Bay is also suited for lounging and water sports because of the placid waters. If rafting is your thing then you should pay a visit to Martha Brae’s village and enjoy the picturesque site as you sail along the banks.

If finding an affordable place to stay while in Montego Bay is a concern you should know that there are many beach front hotels and all inclusive resorts with prices to suit any budget. The all inclusive resorts may seem pricey at first glance but many of them include tours, activities, meals and transportation in their packages so that the final cost is sometimes quite affordable.

To experience a little bit of the history of the island you can lodge at Rose Hall which happens to be the most popular Grand House on Mobay. In past times Rose Hall served as a sugar plantation and the owners have managed to maintain the old world charm while offering modern conveniences.

Bird watchers can experience the pleasure of viewing some of the rarest and most beautiful birds in the world by paying a visit to Rocklands Feeding Station. Located in the southern part of Montego Bay, the Rocklands is home to rare species like Doctor Bird, the national bird of Jamaica, mango hummingbird and the orange quit. It is also one of the few places that visitors are allowed to interact with the birds.

If adventure is your thing then you cannot leave Montego Bay without paying a visit to the Ipswich Caves located in the dense mountain woods of this part of Jamaica. These caves are all carved from limestone and the view there is absolutely worth the trek through the woods which in and of itself is an adventure of its own.

From laying on the beach, to water sports, to a jungle adventure in the woods your vacation to Montego Bay is definitely a vacation to remember.