Jamaica tourism dazzles with the festive fervour of Independence Day

Jamaica celebrates its Independence Day on August 6. Independence Day is a day of grand celebrations in Jamaica; from paying homage to the fallen heroes who fought for the independence of the country to indulging in entertainment, music, dance, and parades with people attired in ethnic costumes, Jamaicans hold many laudatory events.
Commemorating the 52-year-old Caribbean nation and the recognizing the contributions by noted nationals, the Jamaica Independence Celebration Foundation’s annual Independence Gala — will be held Aug. 16 in Manhattan at the New York Marriot Marquis, 1535 Broadway between 45th and 46th Sts.

With its beautiful beaches, lush rain forests, spectacular waterfalls, and green mountains, Jamaica is one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful islands. Dunn’s River Falls (Ocho Rios) despite the crowds, climbing Dunn’s River Falls is a must-do. Rafting the Martha Brae: The major theme parks of the world recreate lazy river rides, lush landscapes, and relaxed settings, but nothing manufactured by man can contend with the real thing—a rafting trip on the Martha Brae. On this tranquil float, a boatman poles a 30-foot bamboo raft for three miles, passing overhanging tree branches and wild banana plants, all the while recounting local tales. Your family just sits back and enjoys the remarkable scenery. Kids thrill at the chance to swing Tarzan-style from a rope vine.