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Claire Sibonney, travel writer
“The first time I visited Jamaica, I was gobsmacked by the pristine white-sand beaches and the clear Caribbean Sea, with its soft, lapping waves. But more than that, what has drawn me back over the years is the vibrancy of the island. I recently tasted what luxury travel is like in Jamaica, and I’m afraid I’m now spoiled for anything more budget-friendly. I’m still daydreaming about the cliffside tree house massage I had at the ‘anti-inclusive’ Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios. In Montego Bay, the ultra-luxe Half Moon resort is memorable in every carefully curated detail, from the stand-alone tubs and vanity tables in the massive bathrooms (bigger than my first apartment) to the charming, vintage-style grab-and-go bicycles parked throughout the sprawling property. This year marks the 60th anniversary of Jamaican independence from British rule, giving travelers even more reason to revisit, or check out the island for the first time.”
Read the full article on The Star.