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St. Thomas Jamaica Vacation
One destination invariably figures in the destination list of most holiday planners: Jamaica. The scenic land, which is the birthplace of the legendary king of reggae Bob Marley, is a must visit with its beautiful beaches, mountains, and especially that famous Caribbean flavor of life. Jamaica is filled with travel hotspots and quiet getaways, many of which can be found in the town of St. Thomas. St. Thomas is located east of Kingston and is a scenic place to visit. It’s different from most other tourist destinations in Jamaica because at its core it is not the loud, over-priced, overpopulated tourist stop that other areas of Jamaica are. It is a place that you have to discover, with a rich tradition and history behind it. The drive through St. Thomas is a beautiful adventure. As you drive on the winding roads through the hills, you can see Kingston in the distance. Yallahs and Morant Bay are the two important towns of St. Thomas. On the road along the coast towards Morant Bay, the drive is a magnificent affair if you are a lover of nature. Sugarcane fields line either side of the road, and you are easily drawn in by the charm of the place as you watch the fields go by. The key attraction of St. Thomas is Bath. Bath is situated six miles to the north of Port Morant. The name Bath comes from the fact that there are hot mineral springs in the hills bordering the town. These springs came up sometime in the 17th century, and are attributed with healing powers. People to this day are still drawn to bath as a way to heal both the mind and body, the perfect rejuvenation you should find on your vacation. Another main attraction of St. Thomas is the trek up to the peak of Blue Mountain. A trek up this mountain is a must if you love exercise and hiking outside. The climb starts from Penlyne Castle. Filled with guesthouses, and situated at the base of the mountain, Penlyne Castle serves as the perfect base camp for the trek up Blue Mountain. There is a well-worn trail to reach the peak, though the climb can be quite demanding at times. From the peak, you can watch a fantastic view of the setting and rising sun, provided you make it in time there for these events. In fact, a trek up to the top during the late hours of the day to watch the sun set has been a part of local tour programs since 1925. Another point from which you can approach the Blue Mountain is Hagley's Gap. You can get to both Penlyne Castle and Hagley’s Gap by driving from Kingston itself. This is advisable because Kingston has far more choice of hotels and resorts than St. Thomas. You can drive from there, and do a night trek up Blue Mountain. The trek is taxing, as mentioned earlier, especially while negotiating Jacob’s Ladder, the steepest part of the whole trek. Remember that St. Thomas is a hidden gem that has been able to resist the commercialization of tourism. But there are still comforts in St. Thomas. For instance, the Golden Shore Resort hotel at Morant Bay is a 4-star hotel full of luxury amenities. The Golden Shore has 17 rooms and is at the sea front. The hotel has a private beach as well. You’ll also notice that there are a large number of guesthouses, where Jamaicans from other towns usually stay during their own getaway for a little R&R in St. Thomas. All in all, if your idea of a good holiday is to get a break from the everyday hustle and bustle that goes along with most tourist destinations, and you’re looking for a rejuvenating time to explore the local town, enjoy the relaxing, lush scenery of St. Thomas. It’s the right place for you.
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