Have you ever been to Jamaica? It is popularly known as the Land of Caribbean Music. This Country has a lot of attractions to be visited, out of which we are going to discuss here is about Portland, Jamaica.

This city is widely regarded as one of the best destinations in Jamaica. Let’s take a look at ways of spending your vacation in Portland, Jamaica.

If you are willing to travel abroad, you have to comply with the travel restrictions imposed by the government because of the Covid-19 situation.

About Jamaica

You probably know about this country which is world-famous for its music and culture prevailing in this nation. The Capital, Kingston is home to the Bob Marley Museum, dedicated to the famous singer Bob Marley.

Apart from Music, this country also has beautiful all-inclusive resorts which are mostly located in Montego Bay and Negril, known for their infamous diving and snorkelling sites.

The population is 2,776,667 (by 2018) and population density is 266/km^2.

About Portland, Jamaica

Here we incorporated a list of ways you need to know for spending your vacation at the Portland, Jamaica

  • History of Portland, Jamaica
  • The weather of Portland, Jamaica
  • Resorts of Portland, Jamaica
  • Attractions of Portland, Jamaica

History of Portland, Jamaica

Being located to the North of St.Thomas, Portland has a significant history. The famous Blue Mountains are situated in this country.

The Capital City of Portland, Jamaica is Port Antonio. The population of this country is around 82,000 and the Population density is 100/km^2. 89.8% of them are blacks, 1.2% are white, 5.3% are Asians, 2.6 % are mixed race.

Port Antonio was renamed Titchfied but residents continued the old name and thus, abandoned the new name.

Battles had risen to the occasion during the 1730s between the British and the maroons. The Britishers Captured the Nanny Town whereas the Maroons were about to demolish Portland.

The Banana Plantations were edible but they had gone blown away due to frequent hurricanes and the Panama disease.

However, this Country did manage to bounce back and its Capital, Port Antonio became one of the best destinations for tourists in Japan.

The Weather of Portland, Jamaica

Being Situated at the 18°10′ N of Latitude and 75°27′ W of longitude, this Country allows Northeast Trade winds and the Blue Mountains to its South to trap the winds and condense the Rainfalls.

The height of the Blue Mountains is about 2256 metres above Sea level. Speaking about the Landforms, this country has Caves, rivers, hills, waterfalls and bays.

This Country has nearly 17 rivers including the Rio GrandeBuff BayHector’s rivers.

During Summer, the season remains short, dry and warm. During winter, the season remains very cold, wet and overcast. The temperature ranges from 36°F to 84°F.

The summer lasts for nearly 3 months.. from the end of June to the beginning of September whereas the winter lasts for nearly 3.2 months from the middle of November to the end of February.

Speaking about the Rainfall, the Rain lasts for nearly 11 months from the middle of August to the middle of July. The annual rainfall recorded is about 9.4 inches.

Resorts of Portland, Jamaic

  • Tropical Lagoon Resort
  • Great Huts Resort
  • Serendipity Holistic Resort

Tropical Lagoon Resort, Portland, Jamaica

Being one of the best resorts in Portland, this resort has direct access to the world-famous Blue wagon.

The accommodation packages are as follows:

  • Avocado: 1 Bedroom, maximum 2 persons, 1 king size bed, a living room, a Fully-equipped kitchen, a bathroom and house-keeping.

 

  • Pimento: 1 Bedroom – Maximum 2 Persons – 1 King Size Bed – Living Room – Kitchenette – Private Bathroom – housekeeping

 

  • East Indian Suite: 1 Bedroom – Max 2 Persons – 1 King Bed – Full Kitchen – spacious Living area – dining area (Pool / Ocean View) – Private Bathroom – housekeeping

  • Grapefruit Suite: 1 Master Bedroom – Max 2 Persons – 1 King Bed – Microwave – Refrigerator – Private Bathroom – housekeeping

 

  • Papaya: 1 Bedroom – Max 2 Persons – 1 King Size Bed – Living Room – Kitchenette – Private Bathroom – housekeeping

 

  • Robin Suite: 1 Master Bedroom King + 1 Sofa Bed – Max 2 Persons – Full Kitchen – Living area – Pool/ocean View, Private Bathroom, housekeeping

Great Huts Resort

Being surrounded by Long bay, Boston Bay and the John Crow Mountains, this resort provides ample facilities to its guests.

All kinds of Suites and Packages provide the following facilities:

  • Breakfast, ceiling fans, air conditioning, cliffside pool, free internet access

 

  • Book and film library, Spa services, yoga, Customized meals, Kingston Tours, Transportation arrangements

Serendipity Holistic Resort

Located by the Blue Mountains, this Resort offers reservations for restaurants, Cabins and Spa services.

This Resort features Suites, a fully equipped kitchen, Laundry Service, Internet, Wifi, Hot tub, minibar, refrigerator, air conditioning, microwave.

Attractions in Portland, Jamaica

Winnifred Beach

Being situated in between the Blue Lagoon and Boston Bay, this beach is one of the best attractions in Portland for its spectacular views.

At this beach, you can swim in the astonishing Jamaican waters. If you are interested in the underwater marine life of the Jamaican waters, you can Snorkel into the sea.

Blue Lagoon

Being the main attraction in Portland, Blue Lagoon is one of the highly visited attractions in Portland, Jamaica.

Also known as Blue Hole, Blue Lagoon is about 200 feet deep, being surrounded by lush greenery.

People would like to dive into this lagoon and spend their day hanging out at this place.

Blue Mountains

Being the longest Mountain range in Jamaica, these mountains comprise breathtaking scenic views and cool temperatures.

People prefer this attraction to go on hiking. You can also visit the World-famous Blue Mountain Coffee estate at this place.

Refreshments are also available for tourists who come to this place for hiking.

Other Attractions in Jamaica

Jamaica has so many attractions as follows:

Negril Beach

Also known as the Seven-mile beach, Negril is one of the most beautiful beaches in the western Caribbean islands. This beach also has so many all-inclusive resorts ranging from high to low range.

Snorkelling, scuba diving etc. are the activities available at this beach.

Blue and John Crow’s Mountains National park

Being one of the spectacular sites in the Western Caribbean islands, this park is embedded with jungle-clad mountains, waterfalls, lush rainforests and coffee plantations.

200 species of birds and 800 species of plants co-exist in this magnificent park.

Jamaica’s highest peak Blue mountain (2256 metres) is the highlight attraction.

Doctor’s Cave Beach, Montego Bay

This beach is embedded with powdery white sand and crystal clear waters which sets up the scene.

In the 1920s, a famous British osteopath claimed that the waters at this beach have amazing powers and this attracted so many people to visit this beach.

Regardless of his statement, people still visit this beach just to hang out and relax