3 Days in Jamaica for New Year's Eve
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Brittany Gregory
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Jamaica
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Jamaica is an amazing destination with warm-hearted people, breathtaking natural beauty, and vibrant culture. You can relax at luxurious all-inclusive resorts, then enjoy Jamaica's gorgeous, powdery sand beaches and chase waterfalls or ride ATVs near Jamaica's many rivers. Also known for the delicious cuisine, there are many restaurants with beautiful views throughout Jamaica. For the traveler that wants a mixture of relaxation, nightlife and adventure, Montego Bay is the perfect city for you. For a luxury experience, be sure to purchase Club MoBay airport lounge access at Sangster International Airport for an expedited customs process.
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Day 1: Spa, Party and Food = Fun Fun!
Montego Bay, Jamaica is the perfect city for New Years Eve trips because of the amazing nightlife and restaurant options. Spend the day relaxing at your luxurious adults-only all-inclusive resort, Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, so you’re well-rested for your New Year’s Eve party at night. Get a massage overlooking the Caribbean Sea at the Hyatt’s Zen Spa, then grab lunch and enjoy the beach.
New Year’s Eve Party at Pier 1 on the Waterfront
Pier 1 on the Waterfront is Montego Bay’s most pulsating open-air seafood restaurant, bar and entertainment center. Surrounded by the sea, bring in the new year in style by popping a bottle of champagne at your reserved table while watching fireworks exploding from a boat near the restaurant. Enjoy delicious hors devours and make your way to a large dancehall party just steps away from the restaurant. The best way to celebrate New Years Eve in Jamaica.
Street Food at the Jerk Center
After you ring in the New Year, stop by the Jerk Center, a circular street with the best street food vendors in Montego Bay, for an authentic jerk chicken meal before heading back to your resort.
Day 2: Activities in Jamaica
Bamboo Rafting
You’re probably a little tired after all the partying for the New Year. Enjoy Jamaica’s most relaxing excursion: bamboo rafting in Lethe, just outside Montego Bay. Take in the scenic route through the mountains to Lethe. After the captain guides you onto the bamboo raft, take a picture of Jamaica’s oldest bridge, enjoy a limestone foot massage, drink fresh coconut water and sample sweet sugar cane.
KFC in Jamaica
Jamaica is known for having the best KFC restaurants in the world, with the best flavored chicken. You can’t brag about celebrating New Year’s Eve in Jamaica without trying KFC!
Celebrate with Locals at a Public Beach
Jamaicans know how to enjoy a holiday. Immerse yourself in the culture and spend time at a public beach with the locals. Stop by street vendors selling drinks and food along the way.
Day 3: Party catamaran
Put on your cute swimsuit and it’s time to party on this booze cruise! It includes snorkeling and a stop at a private beach or Margaritaville.
Sightseeing and shopping
On the way back to your resort, support a souvenir shop locally-owned by indigenous people. Make sure to step out the back door to see the best view in Montego Bay. It’s selfie time!
Need to Know
For more travel tips, check out Fora Advisor Kelley Louise guide, The Adventurer's Guide to Negril, Jamaica.
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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Jamaica.