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Jamaica is the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean. It’s about 90 miles / 145 kilometers south of Cuba and 120 miles / 190 kilometers west of the island of Hispaniola, on which Haiti and the Dominican Republic are situated. Jamaica is a wonderfully diverse island paradise with coastal lowlands, a limestone plateau, and the Blue Mountains, a group of volcanic hills in the east. From Negril's beautiful beaches to Duns River Falls tours in Ocho Rios to shopping in Montego Bay, Jamaica has all that a tourist could ask for and more. Fishing, scuba diving, wind surfing, river rafting and horse back riding are favorite daytime activities in Jamaica. In the evening, fine dinning at Jamaica's elite restaurants and resorts is a delight. Jamaican's unique cuisine and enchanting reggae sounds give you a feeling of tranquility you won't want to leave behind. "Irie mon" - cool, everything is going good. That’s what you’ll be thinking while you’re sipping a cocktail by the pool with the love of your life in Jamaica.

Jamaica can put the fun in any honeymoon. As the number 2 overall destination for newlyweds on Modern Bride's 2004 review, the third largest island in the Caribbean delivers. Jamaica can be relaxing, with beaches and nature as far as you can see. If activity is what you search for, you'll find water sports, 10 championship golf courses, and even nightlife.

Jamaica is as close to paradise as you will find. It is surrounded by the bright blue sea, has mountains, rivers, and 200 miles of beaches!

Just because it's packed with activity, don't think Jamaica is overly expensive; it can actually be quite economical. In fact the "all-inclusive" concept originated here. You can have a wonderful vacation without leaving your resort or ship. Start your day with a cup of rich Blue Mountain coffee and end it with rum punch on the beach. Or, take an excursion to sit on a local beach, climb a waterfall, negotiate a deal in the market, or whatever.

December to April is prime season. Rain is common, especially in May and from August to November. Washouts, however, are uncommon.

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Getting married in Jamaica is a beautiful and easy experience. Couples can be married just 24 hours after arriving in Jamaica, provided they have applied for a marriage license in advance. Many hotels will assist with the arrangements and offer special packages that include the ceremony, government tax and other expenses. The requirements for US citizens are birth certificate, divorce papers if applicable, notarized parental consent if under age 18 years old, and copy of death certificate for widow/widower. Here are the details:

Administrative fees: U.S. $80

• -Waiting Period: 1 day
• -Certified copy of birth certificate which includes father's name
• -Apply and receive a marriage from the Minister of National Security
• -Proof of divorce or copy of death certificate-certified
• -Documented parental consent if either party is under 18 years of age

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