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Shaw Park, Jamaica’s best botanical garden

mayo 7th, 2013 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS | SOMETHING DIFFERENT - (0 Comments)

Jamaica is not just about sunshine and beaches. In fact, it has a lot more to offer: its vast music culture, its cuisine, its wild nightlife, as well as beautiful towns and historic colonial houses… But off the tourist trail there are also delights to be discovered such as charming fishing villages and interesting markets.

Also off the beaten track is the lush Shaw Park botanical garden, in the area of Ocho Ríos. From here you will have a magnificent view over the city and all its wild surroundings, and an astonishing 10, 000 hectares of tropical gardens which are inexplicably not overcrowded with tourists!

You will be met with endless crystal clear waterfalls, all kinds of trees and plants, and colorful flowers all year round. Make sure to visit at sundown, when the sunlight sparkles on the cascading water and natural bathing pools, creating a visual spectacular you will never forget. Nature in its pure state.

A visit to the Shaw Park botanical garden will relax you enough for a lifetime! When you return to your daily routine with its periods of unmanageable stress, all you have to do is close your eyes and envisage this landscape, with the sound of the waterfalls, the scent of the lush vegetation and the bright colors of the flowers and you will slip back into a state of total peace. If you don’t believe me, try it! Then tell me all about it here!

 

“And to fully relax, what better than to stay in any of the three 5-star IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts vacation complexes in Montego Bay: the IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Beach, the IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Rose Hall(adults only) and the IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites. In these luxurious lodgings you will find exquisite cuisine, a full entertainment program for all the family and fully-equipped luxury suites with every detail catered for so that you can enjoy your Jamaican vacation to the maximum.“

 

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Blue Mountain, the best coffee in the world

abril 2nd, 2013 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

Many consider it to be the best coffee in the world …and they are not wrong. Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee is an Arabica coffee variety that comes, as the name suggests, from the high Jamaican Blue Mountains (at a height of 2000m.). They are the highest mountains in the Caribbean, and have a prevailing cold climate.

Production of this exquisite coffee is limited, which makes it one of the most expensive coffees in the world due to high demand. This deliciously smooth coffee has a slightly acidic taste, with a delicious hint of fruit, well balanced flavor and a low caffeine content. It is characterized by its unique, exceptional flavor. The Blue Mountains are located between Kingston in the south and Port Antonio to the north. The climate of the region is cool and misty with a high rainfall. The soil is rich and drains very well. This combination of climate and soil is considered ideal for coffee.

But beware, many companies try to benefit from the extraordinary prices for certified coffee Blue Mountain, including plantation owners, roasters and retailers. Jamaica High Mountain coffee is not bad, but it is not Jamaica Blue Mountain. Most Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is exported to Japan, so be sure of its origin before paying more than usual for Blue Mountain coffee of dubious origin.

Coffee grown high up but not in the Blue Mountains is called Jamaica High Mountain, and coffee grown at an altitude below 500 meters is called Jamaica Supreme or low mountain. All land in Jamaica above 1,700m is a forest reserve, so no coffee is grown there.

Most of the High Mountain coffee could be considered gourmet premium quality in its own right, but even though the land is right, there is also the cultivation, picking, treatment, and especially the freshness to take into consideration, as with all coffee. Coffee cannot be stored in Jamaica for a very long time without being damaged by heat and humidity. It is therefore important to ensure immediate shipment to a milder climate.

Would you like to try a cup of authentic Blue Mountain in its country of origin?

 

“Jamaica seduces visitors with its mountain peaks, over 120 rivers, stunning waterfalls and white sandy beaches. The IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica offer customers the best facilities to enjoy a wonderful time with family or as a couple in this idyllic setting.”

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Who could possibly feel bored in Montego Bay?

marzo 19th, 2013 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

With its classic golden sandy beaches, a plantation culture combined with a relaxed tropical way of life,   Mo Bay, as it is affectionately known, is a celebration for the senses. Yet in Jamaica’s Montego Bay, there’s much more than beaches awaiting the tourists that choose to visit this little corner of heaven. Apart from the beaches and all the fun in the water that goes with them, you will also find lots of cultural options, as MoBay boasts a history that dates back more than four centuries: picturesque villages just outside the city, parks, fabulous golf courses plus a host of excursions to explore the exotic surroundings. This area of Jamaica is packed with things to see and do!

Montego Bay became famous as a spa resort due its well-known Doctor’s Cave Beach, a favourite spot with celebrities and visitors from around the world due to the supposed healing powers of its mineral waters. Anyone that bathed in these crystalline waters would be ‘cured’. This reputation led to the construction of numerous hotels around the beach. Today, Doctor’s Cave beach continues to attract thousands of visitors in search of fun and relaxation. The facilities include restaurants, shops, hammocks, sun umbrellas and all the services you would expect on a fully-equipped beach. There’s no question about it; wherever you choose to enjoy the sea and sand in the Montego Bay you’ll find a beach that’s nothing short of extraordinary!

Another charming and bustling spot on Montego Bay is Walter Fletcher Beach, site of the Aquasol Theme Park.  In addition to the magnificent fine sandy beach bathed by calm waters suitable for little ones, you’ll also find water trampolines, jet skis, banana boats and wave runners, as well as a choice of restaurants and bars.

Practically the whole of Montego Bay forms part of the Montego Bay Marine Park, an ecological reserve covering approximately 15.3 square kilometres.

The park was founded in 1991 in order to conserve the extraordinary wildlife and landscapes of this ‘underwater tropical forest’. As well as the superb marine life, it is also home to a wide range of fauna that live side by side with the residents of this fascinating area.

If you’d like to go diving, then don’t miss a visit to the following:

· Montego Bay Marine Park.

· The Widow Maker, a coral reef inside Montego Bay Marine Park and one of the most famous in the region.

· The Airport Coral Reef, a great choice for beginners facing Montego Bay Airport.

· The Point, for expert divers only.

· Basket Reef. The name comes from the huge basket-shaped sponges to be found here.

· Cayman Trench Wall, one of the most spectacular spots for divers, as well as for lovers of sport fishing, as this area boasts a number of marinas offering sport fishing and deep sea fishing services.

Don’t miss a visit to the amazing Rose Hall Great House, one of Jamaica’s greatest cultural attractions. This historic 19th century house hides a sinister past as it was once the home of a white witch.  It has now been restored to its former splendour and features an exquisite décor, marvellous furniture and carefully-tended period gardens.

Montego Bay is also the departure point for a number of great excursions, several of which are listed below:

· Excursions to the Luminous Lagoon at Falmouth.

· Tours to the region’s rivers such as the Great River or the Martha Brae, including raft trips on the calm waters of these rivers.

· Zip-lining is another fun activity in these mountain landscapes filled with exotic vegetation set against breathtaking backdrops.

· Visits to the Rocklands Bird Sanctuary, a haven of peace and tranquillity, home to many of the region’s species of birds.

I’d say you won’t have time to feel bored, wouldn’t you agree?

 

“IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts has three 5 star holiday complexes in  Montego Bay: the Iberostar Rose Hall Beach Hotel, the Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall (adults only) and the  Iberostar Rose Hall Suites Hotel. Luxury accommodation options offering a choice of mouth-watering gastronomy, a packed entertainment programme for all the family and fully-equipped luxury facilities that guarantee you will enjoy your holiday in Jamaica to the full”.

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Jamaica’s original cuisine

febrero 13th, 2013 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

In order to fully understand Jamaican cuisine we have to go back to the origins of the island’s various settlers. The first to arrive were the Araucanians and the Tainos, followed later by the Spanish and the British, who brought African slaves to the island.  Jamaican cuisine is a delicious mix of vastly differing gastronomies, combined with a number of unique autochthonous ingredients.

Naturally, Jamaican cuisine also includes ordinary, everyday ingredients such as fish, seafood, chicken, pork, greens, vegetables and fruit. Yet it is also characterised by a number of autochthonous products that are anything but ordinary. Here are a few examples:

· Ackee:an original fruit that when cooked, takes on the appearance and flavour of a dish of scrambled eggs.

· Callaloo: this leafy vegetable is similar to spinach.

· Okra: a fruit that is a bit like a chilli and can be used to thicken stews as it acquires a jelly-like texture.

· Jamaican pepper (allspice): this special pepper is immediately distinguishable due to its aroma, which as the name indicates, is a mixture of various spices.

Using these original ingredients and their unique way of mixing strong, hot spices, the Jamaicans have come up with a number of very special dishes, including the following:

· Allspice pork: pork prepared with this traditional Jamaican pepper, which adds a very special flavour and was used back in the times of the Araucanians.

· Charqui: this is the name given to a special way of seasoning and cooking meat, fish and vegetables. It consists of marinating the product in a mixture of nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, garlic, onion, vinegar, soy and rum.

· Pork or chicken with jerk sauce: this dish is prepared using dried meat which is marinated with a hot, spicy sauce known as jerk.

· Pepperpot: this is a soup made from okra, callaloo and roasted meat.

· Green papaya chutney: this is made with green papaya, mango, ginger, tamarind juice, vinegar and bell peppers.

· Sumario: this dish is made with various types of fish and vegetables cooking in coconut milk with peppers and spices.

· Rabbit in rum: the rabbit is left to marinade for a couple of days in – what else? -  Jamaican rum.

· Jamaican omelette: this is made by adding chard, carrots, celery, potatoes and tomatoes to the eggs.

· Pasties: these can be filled with meat or vegetables.

· Bammy: this is a round loaf of bread made from manioc. It is the perfect accompaniment for all kinds of dishes.

The island is also renowned around the world for its excellent coffee, the variety and quality of its fruit juices and its superb rum and liqueurs. And if you blend all these ingredients together and add the fabulous Caribbean climate, beaches of crystal-clear waters, its 120 rivers, its waterfalls and unique culture and quirky outlook on life, then you’ll get some idea of what life in paradise is really like.

 

 “You can enjoy Jamaica’s mouth-watering cuisine at any of the IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts establishments on the island” 

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A game of polo and a cup of tea in Jamaica

enero 18th, 2013 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

Polo was brought to Jamaica by the British army in 1882. During the early years it received an unenthusiastic reception, but by 1898, and following a series of Royal visits, polo had become an authentic institution in Jamaica, with clubs and tournaments springing up everywhere. By the turn of the 20th century, polo was attracting many English and North-American visitors, and 1901 saw the first edition of the ‘Parish Cup’, a silver cup that teams competed for each year and that was first presented by Sir John Dewar, whose family owned the famous ‘Dewar’ distilleries in Scotland. English teams have been regular visitors to the island ever since. Over the last 25 years, one of the most familiar sights on the circuit has been the team managed by John Tinsley, former President of the Hurlingham Polo Association. Over the years, Jamaica’s polo teams have played matches against teams from all over the world, even from countries as far off as New Zealand and Nigeria and as close to home as Barbados and Costa Rica.

The Jamaican polo season is long, running from January to early August, when the hurricane season is at its height.
Each year, a large number of teams from various countries travel to the island. The highlights of Jamaica’s polo season are the famous Scotia Capital Markets Open, played in Kingston in March, and the Senior Cup which takes place in St. Ann in May.
The clubs offer superb facilities for visiting players, regardless of whether they are beginners or seasoned professionals, including pony hire, lessons, mallet and ball hire, etc. If you’re interested in trying your hand at this amazing sport, anything you may need, regardless of your level of skill, is at your disposal at these clubs.

According to Shane Chin, who has played this sport all his life and is Captain of the Jamaica Polo Association and a member of the St. Ann Polo Club, “When you’ve played polo once, you’re hooked for life. It’s like a disease that spreads through your veins. The only way of getting out of this sport is either by going bankrupt or dying!”

Yet polo was not the only custom the British passed on to the Jamaicans. Part of the polo ritual is stopping for tea. Jamaica produces an organic tea harvested from the Jamaica sorrel bush, a hibiscus from the Malvaceae family. This unusual plant can grow to heights of between 3 and 5 metres. Its flowers are red, although as it grows they generally fade in colour. The calyx is red and full, with a soft velvety texture that gives you the impression that you are looking at a bobble of perfumed cotton.

This tea is extremely good for you: it is diuretic, anti-oxidising, speeds up cell metabolism, reduces LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol and increases the synthesis of HDL or ‘good’ cholesterol.

So are you ‘game’ for watching a polo match whilst you sip a cup of fragrant Jamaica sorrel tea?

“IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts’ hotels in Jamaica offer you the chance to experience all the irresistible thrills of this island. The prime locations of the IBEROSTAR hotels on Jamaica are the perfect opportunity to explore this island and discover its countless treasures.”

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Fancy basking in the sun this Christmas?

diciembre 11th, 2012 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

Did you know there are more than 5,000 islands in the Caribbean? To find the perfect Caribbean island for your Christmas holiday, you should start by deciding what you’d like to see and do. Although you’ll find sun and sand whichever one you choose, not all Caribbean islands are identical. And the same goes for the countries.

So what springs to your mind when you think of Christmas in the Caribbean? Do you picture a peaceful, relaxing and quite spot, or do you prefer active tourism in a place with lots of things to see and a lively nightlife? Or perhaps all you want to do is enjoy a few gentle strolls, a little retail therapy and discover treasures that you’d never see at home?

It’s worth taking your time to discover your ideal Caribbean destination. And to help you make up your mind, I’ve come up with a few ideas.

You could choose a destination like Cuba, which combines warm sunshine and the endless beaches of Varadero with long strolls around Havana, people-watching and taking in the colourful contrasts, colonial-style architecture and quirky cars that can be seen on the streets.

Or perhaps you’d rather learn to dance bachata and merengue on the vast beaches of the Dominican Republic, try your hand at countless water sports and discover its mouth-watering gastronomy.

If you have a passion for culture, nature and music, but are anxious not to miss out on fabulous beaches and a perfect climate, then Jamaica is just what you need. Its mountain peaks, more than 120 rivers, magnificent waterfalls and fine white sandy beaches form the perfect mix for a unique and thrilling holiday experience.

And if you’d like a combination of nature and history, then get away to Mexico this Christmas. Apart from the fabulous beaches that line the country’s coastline, the Mayan Riviera boasts stunning flora and fauna and one of the most admired ancient cultures, whose buildings are still dotted around the gorgeous Mexican landscape.

 

“IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts has marvellous hotel complexes in the finest destinations in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Mexico. So where will you be heading this Christmas?”

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Jamaica’s fascinating culture

octubre 17th, 2012 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS - (0 Comments)

In addition to the worldwide reputation of its rich musical heritage, Jamaica is renowned for many other cultural aspects, including its religious beliefs, its sporting achievements, its art and its unusual family structures, making it probably the world’s most famous island.

The Jamaicans have preserved their particular taste for the popular tales, music and religious beliefs of their African ancestors, which explains why there are around a hundred different forms of worship practised on the island. They are extremely superstitious and believe in spirits – which they call ‘duppies’. They also have countless ways of protecting themselves from these spirits. There are numerous witch doctors, who chant spells filled with local wisdom to heal the ills of their fellow inhabitants. It’s also true that the Jamaicans cultivate their own special sense of humour and fun: their philosophical outlook on life enables them to take things with a pinch of salt.

Rastafari is Jamaica’s best-known spiritual movement due to its close ties to reggae music, the unmistakeable appearance and clothing of its followers with their distinctive dreadlocks which they cover with caps (tams) in the colours of the Ethiopian and Jamaican flags (red, yellow, green and black), and which hold an immense symbolic and even magical value. Rastafarians also smoke large amounts of GANJA (marihuana) which helps them to meditate and relax, and has earned them a somewhat negative reputation. Other spiritual movements include Pocomania, which revolves around the spirit or the remine, whose origins are rooted in Africa. There are also small groups of Muslims (sunni), Jews and Hindus, as well as animist sects like the voodoos. However, we mustn’t lose sight of the fact that 80% of Jamaicans are Christians.

The country’s most popular sports are football, cricket, athletics and horse racing. Its athletes are known around the world: everyone has heard of Usain Bolt who won several gold medals at the recent Olympics in London and has broken numerous world sprint records.

Jamaican art reflects native, European, African and Arawak Indian influences. Jamaican paintings are characterised by their bright colours and bold lines. Crafts men and women that work with clay, textiles, shells, straw, wood and semi-precious stones, exhibit their products in outdoor markets and small galleries.

The most popular type of music is reggae, with its multiple styles and mixes, including dub, dance hall, raggas, raggamuffin, early reggae or reggae roots, made famous by Jamaican-born musician Bob Marley who showcased and provided an insight into a culture that had a worldwide impact. The first-ever type of reggae was known as ska, which ‘fathered’ the later styles and whose creation is attributed to The Skatalites.

When it comes to family structures, the Jamaicans could be considered a little eccentric. The households can be organised in several ways: in matrilineal families, where the woman brings up her children in her mother’s home; consuetudinary families, a union that does not require any form of contract or religious sanction; and the union between a man and a woman, which is a provisional form of commitment. People that enter into a legal marriage are normally among the better off and the ceremony gives them a certain social prestige and status.

Come and discover Jamaica and discover a rich and varied culture whose customs will delight and amaze you.

 

“IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts has three 5 star holiday complexes in Montego Bay: the Iberostar Rose Hall Beach Hotel, the Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall (adults only) and the Iberostar Rose Hall Suites Hotel. Luxury accommodation options offering a choice of mouth-watering gastronomy, a packed entertainment programme for all the family and fully-equipped luxury facilities that guarantee you will enjoy your holiday in Jamaica to the full”.

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Capichuá

septiembre 27th, 2012 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in THE WORLD OF IBEROSTAR - (0 Comments)

Ingredients

- 2 parts lemon ice cream
- 2 parts mint ice cream
- 6 parts vodka
- 3 ice cubes

Preparation

Place the lemon and mint ice cream, the vodka and ice cubes in a liquidiser. Wait for 1 minute and it is ready for serving.

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Fancy a delicious Caribbean cocktail?

septiembre 26th, 2012 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in Snapshots | The View - (0 Comments)

The exact origin of the word cocktail is unknown, although numerous theories abound. Yet wherever the word may come from, these long drinks have been around for centuries. The first written reference to a cocktail dates back to the 16th century, and several classic mixes have been around for many years. Examples include the Old Fashioned, a bourbon cocktail that first appeared in the late 18th century.

The word cocktail is known to have been in use in the USA back in 1809. Thirty-five years later, Charles Dickens described one of his characters, Major Hawkins, as a person capable of downing “more cocktails than any other known gentleman”.

Following the introduction of the Prohibition in the USA, outlawing the production, sale, transportation and import and export of all types of alcohol, the industry went underground. These illegal alcoholic beverages often tasted disgusting, and people preferred to conceal their taste with fruit juices and fizzy drinks.

And when it comes to finding the finest fruit juices, where better than the Caribbean with its wide range of delicious tropical fruits? Where or who invented the Caribbean’s famous cocktails is still a topic of heated debate. For instance, the appearance of the famous Painkiller is attributed to the islands of St. Croix (the US Virgin Islands) and the British Virgin Islands.

Exotic and tropical, elegant and sophisticated, or fun and extravagant, Caribbean cocktails are as varied as the very islands they originate from. One of the things these refreshing drinks have in common is the use of delicious natural tropical fruits, herbs and spices, some of which are native to this region. Fresh ingredients such as bananas, pineapples, coconuts and citrus fruits blend with spices harvested in the region including ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper from Jamaica to create mouth-watering sensations that bear the hallmark of the Caribbean. In the Dominican Republic, intriguing-looking twigs are left to soak for several weeks before becoming the main ingredient of the Mama Juana, a delicious drink that locals claim will cure all ailments, from impotence to the common cold.

Yet without a doubt, Caribbean rum rules supreme. It’s no secret that this spirit extracted from sugar cane is the key ingredient in most of the cocktails from this corner of the world. Golden añejo, white, seasoned with spices or added to an infusion, this spirit family is famed for its effectiveness in treating the symptoms of flu, heartache, homesickness and cold, and above all, for instilling life into the most insipid of cocktails.

If you’re visiting the Caribbean, you’ll find it impossible to resist the delights of cocktails such as the Mojito, Banana Daiquiri, Piña Colada, Coco Loco, Peanut Punch, Caribbean Cosmopolitan or Dragon Punch to name just a few of the most famous.

And one more thing to bear in mind: the essential requirement of any cocktail worth its salt is not just a great flavour, but also its capacity to enhance the mood, good company and boost some great conversation. Cheers!

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Discover Jamaica’s superb beaches

septiembre 24th, 2012 | Posted by Iberostar Hotels & Resorts in DESTINATIONS | The View - (0 Comments)

 

 

Jamaica is quite simply a stunning country; a captivating island that offers visitors countless natural wonders and outdoor activities to suit all tastes. It is famed the world over for its musical culture based on reggae and its greatest star, Bob Marley. The number of musical rhythms that have originated on this island is quite staggering if you consider its relatively small size (240 km long and just 80 km wide) and its population of just 11 million; reggae, ska, dub and rocksteady are some of the most important. And naturally, all these musical styles emerged against the backdrop of Jamaica’s magnificent beaches, as they all have a beat that blends in perfectly with the beach.

Jamaica boasts several truly stunning beach areas. One of the most outstanding is Ocho Ríos, home to two of Jamaica’s finest beaches: Turtle Beach and Mallard Beach. There’s also the legendary James Bond Beach, which owes its name to the fact that the creator of this world-famous character, Ian Fleming, lived there for a time. It was also the location where classic scene from Dr. No, in which the gorgeous Ursula Andrews emerged from the water in that stunning bikini, was filmed. Visitors to Ocho Ríos will also find Dunn’s River Beach, where Dunn’s River flows into the Caribbean and where you can walk under the falls that mark this meeting point between river and sea.

Negril is another of Jamaica’s best-known tourist attractions. This exotic place is one of the most famous in the country as some years ago it was a favourite spot amongst the hippy community. Today, unspoilt beaches form a wild setting that makes you feel at one with nature.

Boody Bay is one of the area’s principal beaches, and the ideal choice for listening to reggae music whilst relaxing on the beach. The superb Long Bay Beach is also well-known: 11 kilometres of fine white sands bathed by turquoise waters that are so transparent that they reveal the coral reefs beneath.

Blue Lagoon Beach is Jamaica’s most famous natural lagoon; it was here that the film of the same name – The Blue Lagoon – starring Brooke Shields was made. Lying east of Port Antonio, the most outstanding feature of this lagoon is that the colour of the water changes depending on the angle of the sun, shifting from one shade of blue to another. The fabulous beach that surrounds it is backed by lush vegetation, forming a truly paradisiacal landscape.

Jamaica is renowned as a land of limitless liberty and freedom. Its brightest star is undoubtedly Montego Bay, nestling in a vast crescent-shaped bay, and the site of world-famous beaches such as Doctor’s Cave, Walter Fletcher or Cornwall Beach.

Doctor’s Cave Beach is not only the region’s social hub, but its crystal-clear waters are also believed to have special healing properties. From here, glass-bottomed boats take visitors on trips to admire the underwater coral gardens. This is one of the island’s finest natural beaches and the perfect starting point from which to explore the northern region: undulating landscapes dotted with golf courses, pools in all shapes and sizes, narrow twisting streets and transparent calm waters that lap gently onto dazzlingly white sands.

Walter Fletcher is a quiet beach in Montego Bay, ideal for families travelling with lots of children. It naturally boasts stunning white sands, yet its most important feature is the calm water, making this a safe beach for families with small children. The Aquasol Park is another attraction, when fun and laughter are guaranteed all afternoon long.

Cornwall Beach is a lively, bustling beach, perfect for meeting new people and having a great time with the family or group of friends either on the beach or splashing about in the sea. It also has lots of eating options including a wide range of dishes and prices.

“If you’d like to enjoy these beaches and much more besides, IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts has three 5 star holiday resorts in Montego Bay: the IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Beach, the IBEROSTAR Grand Hotel Rose Hall (adults only) and the IBEROSTAR Rose Hall Suites. “

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