Geographically, Jamaica is an island of intense color and contrast with tropical beaches and arid plains set among misty blue mountains. Socially, the same contrasts endure as British ex patriots mingle with spiritually expressive Rastafarians. Jamaica is one of the most dynamic nations in the Caribbean, which can make it both daunting and endearing to travelers.

The most notable travel fact about Jamaica is that it is the birthplace of the modern all-inclusive resort. The north coast of the island, particularly in the area of Negril and Seven Mile Beach, is lined with all-inclusive mega resorts that charge one price at the door to take care of all of your vacation needs, from your accommodations to meals to every imaginable recreational activity, all within a gated, guarded complex, safely sheltered from the outside world. From the colorful family-friendly getaways of the Franklin D. Resort to the racy pleasures of the adults-only Hedonism resorts, there's an all-inclusive to suit your needs. There is also a congregation of mega resorts around Montego Bay. They may not offer as much for one flat price, but you can still enjoy an entire vacation without ever leaving the guarded grounds of the resort.