Q ) Which airport do we
fly into, and how far is it to Beach House?
A ) Montego Bay; it is about an hour and fifteen minute drive
along the lovely coast road and is a quite a nice introduction
to Jamaica and it's countryside culture.
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Q ) How do we arrange transportation from the
airport to Negril ? What are the rates?
A ) Beach House Villas can arrange shuttle service for you at
$20/person one-way ($40 roundtrip). We can also arrange to provide
you with a private car (taxi) service. The rate is $120 roundtrip
for 1 - 3 persons.
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Q ) Where is Beach House located on the seven-mile
beach?
A ) Between T-Water and Beach Club hotels. A ten minute walk
to the town circle.
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Q ) What documents do I need to enter the
country?
A ) Either a passport, or if you don't have an passport, an original
birth certificate, social security card, and a state issued picture
ID
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Q ) We'll have a full kitchen; are there grocery
stores nearby?
A ) Yes, one at the town circle (a 10 minute walk), and also
one in the Sunshine Plaza (about 1/2 mile).
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Q ) Is food expensive?
A ) Imported items tend to be pricey, however if you purchase
local Jamaican products, they are very reasonable in price. Check
all the price tags before you throw them in the cart. You may
also bring canned or boxed foods with you in your luggage to Jamaica
(nothing fresh). Restaurants tend to be on the moderate scale
in price.
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Q ) What kind of staff comes with the Villa,
and can we have a cook?
A ) Daily housekeeping, with a full staff of office personnel,
gardener, 24 hour security and restaurant staff. You may arrange
for a private cook as an additional option (see Guest Services). Our restaurant also offers Room Service.
We leave this open for you to choose, as there are many interesting
restaurants in Negril and most guests enjoy sampling various ones.
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Q ) How is tipping handled, and how much is appropriate?
AIt is customary to leave something for your housekeeper. About
$20 US per couple for a week's stay would be appropriate. You
may tip any other staff member as you wish.
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QWhat kind of clothes should we bring?
AVery casual. Bathing attire and cover ups such as sarongs and
sun dresses for the ladies. Shorts and T-shirts, lightweight cotton
slacks etc. Sandals or flip flops. Water shoes if you plan on
doing a hike up the waterfalls. During winter months, a sweatshirt
would be all that is necessary for night time.
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Q ) Is the seven-mile beach clothing optional?
A ) It is not uncommon for women to be topless on the seven-mile
beach. Total nudity is restricted to the 2 resorts Hedonism and
Firefly.
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Q ) What current does Jamaica use, and do we
need a converter?
A ) Jamaica is on 100 volt / 50 cycle; American small appliances
will work without an adapter.
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Q ) Should we bring our own dive gear?
A ) There is rental gear available at the Negril Scuba Center,
next door, however, you may wish to bring your own mask, snorkel
and fins.
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Q ) What is the exchange rate, and where do we
go to trade?
A ) The rate has been fluctuating around 60 Jamaican dollars
to 1 US dollar. You may trade at the local banks, or at the Cambio,
less than a five minute walk from Beach House.
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Q ) Can we pay for things in US currency or by
credit card?
A ) Yes, but be aware that it is easy to overpay when paying
in US funds. Exchange your money in increments rather than converting
it all to Jamaican, and then back to US again, you may loose money
in doing this.
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Q ) Is the water safe to drink?
A ) Yes, the tap water in Negril comes from nearby Logwood and
is safe. There are an abundance of fresh natural springs and waterfalls
in Jamaica.
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Q ) IsGanja (marijuana) legal?
A.–It is illegal to possess marijuana in Jamaica.
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Q ) Is Negril safe?
A ) Negril Beach is perhaps one of the safest places in Jamaica.
You may walk the beach day or night and feel free to move about
all of Negril without a problem. Common sense is all that is necessary,
keeping in mind not to do something you wouldn't do at home. There
are in-room safes in which to put your valuables you do not wish
to carry with you.
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