Experience Jamaica – The Ultimate Jamaica Staycation promotion is back. This Jamaica Tourist Board campaign encourages persons living on the island to take a break from the routine of everyday life and enjoy the best that the destination has to offer. With over 60 participating tourism partners offering up to 50% discount on products and services, there are many options from which to choose. These discounts are available at hotels, attractions, transportation companies and restaurants across the island.

To benefit from Experience Jamaica discounts, persons must register on the site before booking their reservation. Visit the JTB marketing site at: www.visitjamaica.com/experiencejamaica and ‘register’. Start packing for your adventure to Experience Jamaica – The Ultimate Jamaica Staycation.

To help you kick start your Jamaican staycation, here are some considerations:

1. Number of persons in travelling party

2. Determine budget

3. Transportation:

Will you drive or

Take public transportation or

Take a tour bus

4. Is this a themed vacation?

Adventure

Family

Rest and Relaxation

Educational

Recharge

Attending an event/activity

5. Vacation dates

6. Resort Area/Parish to be visited

7. Type of accommodation you require. This might be influenced by the number of persons in your party and budget. Make provision for meals given the type of accommodation selected and your approxima- tion to restaurants.

8. Select Accommodation

Bed and breakfast

Small hotel

All inclusive

Luxury villa

9. Contact selected service provider to determine:

Costs: Accommodation, taxes and other charges

Experience Jamaica discounts available

Availability of rooms for your vacation period

Any special activities around your time of travel. Many accommodation facilities have packages that they offer with attraction companies which take the hassle out of the planning and organizing process.

Check-in and check-out times for accommodation

Age appropriate activities for members of the family, especially children.

10. Review options from at least two (2) other accommo dations in the selected resort area or service category, for example villa or luxury accommodation.

11. Book your staycation!

Go out and make unforgettable memories as you Experience Jamaica – The Ultimate Jamaica Staycation!