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Destination: Mandeville & The South Coast
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| destination overview |
| Welcome to The South Coast |
Elevation |
| Black River,Christiana,Mandeville,Treasure Beach |
900-3000 ft. above sea level |
| Nearest Airport: Norman Manley Int'l |
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| Bamboo Avenue |
Introduction:
The South Coast has many fascinating places to discover. Cascading waterfalls, miles and miles of deserted beaches and winding country roads lead to charming little villages the adventuresome traveler will want to explore.
The nature lover can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, nature and factory tours on the South Coast. Of these attractions the Black River Safari and Wetlands are among the more popular. |
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| Places To See On The South Coast |
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| Y. S. Falls |
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A variety of sights to see,
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Mandeville: Located in the hills of Manchester 2000 feet above sea level. This height contributes to its cool climate which attracts many residents who have returned from living abroad. Christiana, some 900 feet higher and 13 miles northeast of Mandeville, is even cooler.
Black River :In the middle of the South Coast wonderland is the Black River, the longest river in Jamaica. Snug at the coast is the town of the same name, once a bustling seaport which exported logwood, sugar and honey. A spectacular strectch of beach lies between Savanna-la-Mar and Black River at the west end of the South Coast.
Y.S. Falls: At the headwaters of the river is the spectacular Y.S. Falls. The miniature paradise is well preserved in its natural state with a steep staircase-type waterfall descending 120 feet, it is one of the largest and most spectacular falls in Jamaica. | |
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| Dining in Kingston |
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A variety of restaurants are available, including:
Jake's Village - Jake's. set in an 80-year -old, traditional Treasure beach house, serves fresh seafood and Jamaican specialities.
Invercauld
- In Black river, Invercauld Great House & Hotel puts the accent on imaginative preparation, and full-course meals placed to order. |
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| Hotel Accomodations |
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Jake's Village - Discover the unique chic of a secluded, laid-back hideaway by the fishing village of Treasure Beach.
Splash in the sparkling waters of the private. More lodging info
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Treasure Beach - A tourist-class hotel, located in St. Elizabeth,Treasure Beach is expensively rich in appearance. Guests can dine casually or semiformally in one of the two restaurants.
More lodging info
Invercauld Great House & Hotel - 40 rooms. Recently renovated attractive and historic great house with modern hotel accomodations in eco-friendly St. Elizabeth, directly across from the Caribbean Sea. Hot/cold water, A/C, cable TV, conference and meeting facilities for up to 200, swimming pool, tennis. Tours arranged. Perfect wedding destination. Restaurant serves meals madet to order. Bar.
Click here to send e-mail or call at (876) 965 2751
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| Vacation Packages |
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Prices are in USD and are listed as a guide
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Packages above include roundtrip air plus 4 nights' accommodation. Sample prices are per person based on double occupancy and vary by dates, availability and departure city. |
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