Travel - Internal

Getting Around By Air : The Air Jamaica Express (website: www.airjamaica.com) runs services to and from Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios and Port Antonio. During the winter season, there are frequent daily flights. For more information, contact the airline (tel: 923 6664 or (800) 523 5585, toll-free in North America and the Caribbean).

Getting Around by Water : There are a number of local operators running yacht tours around the island, as well as cruises. Boats and yachts can also be hired on a daily or weekly basis. Contact the Jamaica Tourist Board for details (see Top Things To Do).

Getting Around by Rail : Since 1994, the service has been suspended with no immediate plans to resume a daily scheduled service.

Getting Around by Road : There is a 17,000km (11,000-mile) road network, one-third tarred. Traffic in Jamaica drives on the left. Speed limits are 30mph (48kph) in towns and 50mph (80kph) on highways. Bus: Reliable service in Kingston and Montego Bay; less reliable for trans-island travel. Coach and minibus tours are bookable at most hotels. JUTA (tel: 952 0813) is the main provider of scheduled and unscheduled bus/minibus and vehicle charter services. Taxi: Route taxis drive designated courses and pick up passengers on the way; they are the cheapest and quickest way of getting around the island. These have red plates marked PP (Public Passenger). They charge fixed rates, and it is best to check standard charges prior to embarkation. A 10 per cent tip is usual. It is recommended that only taxis authorised by the Jamaica Union of Travellers Association and ordered from hotels (unshared) should be used. Car hire: Most major towns, as well as airports, have hire facilities, both local and international. Hire can also be arranged via hotels. Drivers must be aged 25 or over. There is a general consumption tax of 15 per cent on all car hire transactions. Regulations: Seat belts must be worn at all times and children under 3 years must sit in a child seat. Documentation: A full UK driving licence is valid for up to 12 months.

Getting Around Towns and Cities : Most transport in the capital is by private minibus. 

    

      

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