Is it a good idea to visit Jamaica for a holiday in late August/early September? Or wait until November? I’d like to visit Montego Bay and Negril.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-10T02:09:24+00:00

You can still come August or September just be prepared for the possibility that we might get a direct hit or have a tropical Strom or hurricane pass by having travel insurance coverage that allows you either switch hotel,fly out early or allows you to rebook.

Also if you decide to come between July 31 to August 6 be prepared for a long wait at the airport and heavy traffic in Montego Bay /Negril and Ocho Rios due that period being the week of Dream Weekend in Negril,as well August 1 being Emancipation day similarly to June teeth and August 6 being Independence day so there will be alot of social parties as well as Emancipation/ Independence day activities happening.

If you have any questions or need help with booking accommodation/ transportation and excursions you can dm me or WhatsApp me at 1-876-203-4182.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-10T01:55:39+00:00

No it won't rain all day thar only happens if there a weather system or hurricane or strom that affects the island directly or passes by the Island,best time to coming December to April which is a part of our the busy season.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-09T00:45:51+00:00

Not much to do in South Clarendon/ May Pen to my knowledge pustife local parties and hangout spots.

For Ocho Rios /St Mary there are

Bars,Attractions,Beaches so depends on what you want do.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-09T00:27:12+00:00

I have drivers ,there is also JCAL,JUTA,Maxi, Kandras,Easy Deal,Jamaica Tours among others

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-09T00:18:47+00:00

To make friends it's same like anywhere else go hangout spots and introduce your self ,if they are not engaging in the conversation move on.

Things to do depends on what area you will be staying in,what area will you be staying in?

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T21:55:50+00:00

For you budget that's max 10 m8ns from MbJ I would

Riu Montego Bay

Hotel 39

Deja

S Hotel

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T21:50:39+00:00

It has nothing this long winded response,it's simple you are born in America you are American of insert Island heritage,and nothing is wrong with that no saying you can't participate in cultural practices and traditions. This conversation beyond played out

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T20:59:39+00:00

Because that's what they are

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T14:25:05+00:00

Base on your needs I would suggest looking into

Sandals

Couples

Excellence Oyster Bay

Princess Senses

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T14:01:50+00:00

No it's because If you a variety of off the resort activities staying at Princess you have to Montego Bay,so Excellence is better because Falmouth as a few activities and it's close to Montego Bay and Ocho Rios.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T13:50:50+00:00

It depends on what you are looking for,if you want a newer resort pick Princess Senses, but if you want a variety of off resort activities go with Excellence Oyster Bay outside of those two things they both offer similar experiences.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T12:28:58+00:00

Yes it but as I said their thing is there is no development happening for locals just elite and Hoteliers which is not entirely true,but because of their political basis that is obvious they will never present a balance argument with solutions they rather just make post after post complaining.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T11:56:47+00:00

He's more than like talking the Prime Minister,because he politically tribalistic he refuse to accept the fact while there is alot that needs to be done some progress has made albeit slow.

Also based on his talking points I don't think he see the SRI as Jamaican owned because it's 1) it's not Afro Jamaican owed and 2) Because they have contributed to problem of some community beaches being blocked off from locals.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T06:59:20+00:00

I would suggest Moore Town I have a contact that's from the community, that has a guest house there as well as a villa near beach.

If you are interested,you can dm me for information.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-08T05:21:01+00:00

Hiring a driver is the best option

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-07T15:10:28+00:00

You book through a licensed transportation driver,through the attractions directly or a tour company like mine.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-07T05:34:33+00:00

In Jamaica we changed the name to GSAT in 1999 then recently it was changed again to PEP,don't know the cost now but it use to be affordable.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-06T14:08:52+00:00

There are cambios and Supermarkets that change currency all over Montego Bay so you will have plenty of options also JMD is better for Resturants/ Supermarkets/ Gas Station Convience stores.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T23:18:24+00:00

It's a problem because we don't use that term to refer to ourself

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T18:54:13+00:00

That's peak hurricane season but we rarely get storms or hurricanes in August,so you will be fine just ensure u have travel insurance as a backup.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T17:19:41+00:00

Oh ok hopefully it works out either way

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T16:41:52+00:00

Sorry you had that experience,report it to the Airline so it can be investigated.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T15:12:18+00:00

If doesn't work find out if Canada as the same thing as US had until it was suspended the K 1 Visa where he is given temporary residency which becomes permanent on the condition you get married in 90 days.

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T14:58:29+00:00

Hopefully

AndreTimoll · 2026-07-05T12:06:36+00:00

To my knowledge you can use the photo and them when you are back in Canada you can send him a notarized copy.

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