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Jamaica, as a holiday destination for travellers from the GCC, proposes something new and unexplored. As holidaymakers are increasingly prioritizing space, privacy, and personalized service, the island grows as an ideal Caribbean escape for family vacations, couples’ retreats, and group holidays. Jamaica offers the versatility to cater to a range of visitor segments, and one area where it doesn’t fall short is luxury. Its selection of the finest private and luxurious villas sprawled on its lush hillsides and along its sun-kissed coastlines delivers seclusion, comfort, and island living at its best. Choose to unwind in the coveted Tryall Club in Montego Bay, is set on a 2,200-acre estate boasting 92 elegantly designed villas complete with a championship golf course. The Club sits on a gated community of rolling hills and oceanfront, with an impressive 18th century Georgian Great House. Enjoy its world-class amenities plus a wide range of water sports across the luscious estate.
Travelling with the whole clan? Jamaica is home to exclusive villa rentals that appeal to big groups or multi-generational travelers. Consider booking a stay at the stunning Flower Hill Villa which can accommodate up to 17 people, or the architecturally striking Bougainvilla which also give its guests full membership access to the Half Moon Hotel and Golf Course. Villa Rosa vintage architectural bones with modern amenities and refined interiors, is also ideal for groups of up to 8 people.
It is worth considering a few nights’ stay in Ocho Rios, where many of Jamaica’s top attractions are located. After a day filled with sightseeing and adventure, Jamaica Inn’s old-school charm can be the perfect place for solace. Imagine a place where waves of nostalgia meet timeless, understated elegance – perhaps that’s why it has long enchanted the world’s most discerning guests. This iconic property has seen renowned guests such as Marilyn Monroe, Katharine Hepburn, Sir Winston Churchill, and Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond.
Couples in a quest for privacy and personalized service, Sandals Royal Plantation in Ocho Rios – an intimate, adults-only retreat – offers personal service in its all-Butler Suites, each with breathtaking ocean views. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site activities, including PADI® certified scuba diving, making it an ideal base for both relaxation and adventure.
Jamaica’s tourism landscape is both vibrant and versatile, offering experiences that resonate with every kind of traveller. Whether it’s sipping freshly brewed Blue Mountain coffee at sunrise in Montego Bay or stargazing from a cliffside infinity pool, every moment in Jamaica is thoughtfully designed for indulgence and discovery.
Guests from the GCC can reach Jamaica seamlessly through one-stop flight connections from major carriers via key European and North American hubs such as London, Miami, New York, and Toronto. UAE passport holders currently enjoy visa-on-arrival, and efforts to further ease entry for other GCC nationals are ongoing.
