FAST FACTS
- OFFICIAL NAME: Jamaica.
- FORM OF GOVERNMENT: Parliamentary democracy.
- CAPITAL: Kingston.
- POPULATION: 2,812,090.
- OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: English.
- MONEY: Jamaican dollar.
- AREA: 4,411 square miles (10,992 square kilometers)
- MAJOR MOUNTAIN RANGES: Blue Mountains, John Crow Mountains, Don Figuero Mountains, Cockpit Country.
Gimme the facts
- It is the third-largest island in the Caribbean.
- Jamaica is home to 4 major mountain ranges.
- The island is part of the Greater Antilles archipelago with 5 other island states.
- Jamaica actually sits on top of a large underwater mountain.
- One-third of all Jamaicans live in the capital Kingston.
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Christopher Columbus, who first sighted the island in 1494, called it Santiago, but the original indigenous name of Jamaica, or Xaymaca, has persisted.
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Jamaica is the ultimate destination for families who want to adventure, relax in luxury, and experience all the sights and sounds of the island's magnetic culture. With trusted, family-friendly resorts and accommodations, exciting attractions and natural wonders, your family will create unforgettable memories together.
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Jamaica is known to be the birthplace of reggae, Bob Marley, world's fastest sprinters, Blue Mountain coffee, Red Stripe beer, Jamaican rum, beautiful beaches, jerk dishes, luxurious all-inclusive resorts and majestic waterfalls.
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Buy a separate airplane seat for your child. I recommend you book a separate seat for your child, even though lap children under age 2 typically fly free. Not only is providing a baby or toddler with their own seat the safer option, but also it gives your family more room to spread out and relax on the plane.
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