Jamaica
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Revision as of 16:26, 31 December 2007
JAMAICA
| Jamaica | |
 Flag | |
| Capital: | Kingston |
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| Language: | English |
| Currency: | Jamaican Dollar |
| More notes about the country | |
Introduction
The history and background of Jamaica is best obseved on Wikipedia
Cruising/sailing in the area?
Climate and Weather
The climate and weather is typically Caribbean, with temperatures in the 80's and 90's during the day, around the 70's at night. In the winter months it's a little cooler. The rainy season begins in May or June and extends through November or December with the heaviest rains in September and October. Rain can fall at any time of year, however, and normally comes in short, heavy showers. The hurricane "season" runs from June 1 to November 30.
Weather forecast sources?
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Ports
- Kingston (port of entry)
- Port Antonio (Port of entry)
- Montego_Bay (Port of entry)
- Ocho_Rios (Port of entry)
Check-in facilities
Submit details about facilities for checking in.
Marinas
Submit Marina details and facilities.
Anchorages
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
Health and Security
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Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
Marine stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Offshore Islands
List Islands
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
Links to relevant websites.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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