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Matthew VanBuren

Miami, FL

Jamaica Travel Agent Specialist

Jamaica has its own island vibe, which makes it a great place to focus on for travel. As a Jamaica travel agent specialist and advisor, I know you’ll love your island adventure. Therefore, I’m always excited about arranging travel to this one-of-a...
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Jamaica has its own island vibe, which makes it a great place to focus on for travel. As a Jamaica travel agent specialist and advisor, I know you’ll love your island adventure. Therefore, I’m always excited about arranging travel to this one-of-a-kind Caribbean island locale. Like all Caribbean islands, Jamaica boasts a beautiful geography with mountains, rainforests, and beaches with coral reefs. The majority of its all-inclusive resorts are concentrated in Negril, which is well-known for its diving and snorkeling spots, and Montego Bay, which is recognized for its British colonial architecture. The Bob Marley Museum, which honors the well-known reggae artist, is located in Kingston.  Jamaica is a stunning, vibrant country that offers much more than just palms and beaches. The island maintains an attitude - a personality  that is both resonant and receptive. It is a soulful land of vivid colors, magnetic rhythms, and unending creativity.  Away from the coast, there are stunning mountains and rivers, tumbling waterfalls, and savannah grasslands covered with cacti. There is undoubtedly plenty of white sand and an aqua sea to enjoy as well.  This lush natural setting serves as the backdrop to the island's interesting and rhythmic cultural past - exemplified in the island's exploding reggae scene. The past influences the island’s  forceful expression of its artwork and the strikingly distinctive flavors of its food as well.The odds of crime are quite slim, as the Jamaican government has invested millions to ensure that the island treats its tourists fairly. As the origin of the all-inclusive hotel, Jamaica has developed into a popular destination for travelers who wish to go directly from the airport to the beach without ever leaving their hotel grounds. However, if you want to venture off the resort grounds, I can help you do so, as the island is brimming with top-notch attractions. Eating and drinking are pleasures on the isle as well. You can enjoy Blue Mountain coffee and dishes, such as conch soup, and delicious foods sold at roadside stands. Feast on grilled lobster served up by the sea.The "big three" resorts of Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios account for the majority of tourism in Jamaica. Montego Bay is a bustling commercial city with a tourist strip lined with hotels, pubs, and restaurants, as well as groomed golf courses and luxurious all-inclusive resorts that dominate the coast to the east. Negril is younger, more laid-back, and has a long-standing reputation for an energetic nightlife. Its low-rise hotels are strung along magnificent white sand beaches and sit next to stunning cliffs and scenery. Ocho Rios, which epitomizes high-impact tourism, was designed and built in the 1960s - offering  the best combination of sun, sand, and sea. Its tourism industry is unquestionably robust, and you'll be close to a number of top sights, including the well-known Dunn's River waterfall.I know, as a Jamaica travel agent advisor, that the best way to experience Jamaica, is to plan a trip. Make it your goal to do so today. I can help you start planning the perfect holiday. Give me a call or email me now.

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Mo’orea Islands Travel Agent Expert

Moorea

Mo’orea, which is part of French Polynesia, is almost universally considered to be the crown jewel of this area of the world.. A bucket-list destination for many travelers, the striking island has a special charm and appeal. This is one tropical destination, I know, as your travel agent advisor, that you won’t want to miss.Once a hidden gem, Mo’orea is now one of the most visited destinations in French Polynesia. It’s a quick plane trip from Tahiti, so you can also include it in a Tahiti itinerary.. Plus, you can still visit plenty of places without feeling like you’re bumping elbows with other tourists.

What to Know Before You Go to the Mo’orea Islands

Although the island of Mo’orea is known as a beautiful tropical paradise, you should keep in mind that the island is more remote. This means that if you’re looking for an unspoiled slice of Polynesia or you’re seeking some peace and relaxation, you’ll like landing here. If you’re also seeking stunning black sand beaches, underwater marine life, and a vibrant tropical culture, you’ll love your trip to Mo’orea Keep in mind too that French Polynesia is a bit different from the rest of the South Pacific. For starters, tipping is not expected or required. You can focus on having a good time and tip only when you have exemplary service.

Where to Stay on Mo’orea

If you’re traveling to Mo’orea,, you have a lot of options when it comes to where you want to stay. For the most part, Mo’orea offers visitors a wide range of accommodation options that are suitable for various budgets. You can find all-inclusive resorts as well as affordable budget accommodations, all which offer superb amenities. Whether you’re seeking luxury accommodations or mid-range bracket prices, you’ll find what you need in Mo’orea. Probably the best time to go is between May and October when the weather is drier and cooler. You will initially touch down at Tahiti's international airport if you are flying to French Polynesia. You have two choices for getting to Mo’orea from Tahiti: either take a ferry or fly. While you can get to Mo’orea in about 10 minutes by plane, the ferry is a much less expensive option.

How to Get Around on Mo’orea

You can either book a rental car or travel by scooter in Mo’orea. You can also opt to join a guided tour. Some tourists like to rent a bicycle.The Best Activities on Mo’orea

The most iconic image of the Mo’orea Islands is that of a wide, black sand beach. For the most part, these beaches are fairly common throughout the South Pacific. However, the black sand found on the beaches of Mo’orea is actually a result of a large amount of volcanic ash that has flowed over the volcanic island over time.  If you’re an avid angler, the Mo’orea Islands are the perfect place for a fishing trip. You’ll find an abundance of marine life including a number of different types of fish, eels, and even whales during the winter months.  Snorkeling and scuba diving are also favorite activities. To help make things a little easier for new divers, many of the dive shops on Mo’orea offer introductory scuba diving lessons with each dive.

Dining and Food on the Mo’orea Islands

As you might expect from a tropical paradise, there are plenty of restaurants serving world-class cuisine on the Mo’orea Islands. While you’re out and about exploring the Mo’orea beaches, be sure to stop by a Ti’ Ti for some authentic Polynesian food. A Ti’ Ti is basically a small shack that serves up Polynesian staples such as poi, a coconut-based dish, and kia, or raw fish marinated in coconut milk and salt.The Mo’orea Islands:

A Quick Recap

The Mo’orea Islands are an excellent choice for anyone looking to get away and relax. The islands are home to some of the world’s most pristine beaches and are also filled with vibrant Polynesian culture.  If you’re looking for a tropical paradise that’s away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the Mo’orea Islands are the perfect place to visit. Allow me to serve as your travel agent advisor to beautiful Mo’orea. Give me a call today so we can start planning your itinerary.