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Most frequent questions and answers
Taking a cab or minibus will be the safest and most hassle-free way to get around Jamaica. But you should only take the official taxis that are operated by the Jamaica Union of Travelers Association (JUTA) or Jamaica Co-operative Automobile & Limousine Tours (JCAL), as indicated by the acronym on their vehicles.
Ocho Rios – The R&R mecca of Ocho Rios is on the cusp of the safest parish in the country. …
Negril – The overall popularity of Negril means that it’s pretty good when it comes to traveler safety. …
Montego Bay – This is an interesting one.
The USD is accepted in Jamaica; however, you will receive change back in JMD — bring a pocket calculator to know how much you are supposed to receive. Don’t expect roadside merchants to have correct change if you give them large USD bills; it is best to pay them in JMD. If you choose to carry USD on you, make sure they are smaller bills, nothing larger than US$20, smaller bills are better to use at a roadside stand.
