Treasure Beach, Jamaica Reopens with Strength & Heart

After weathering the passage of Hurricane Melissa, I’m proud to announce that Jamaica is open once more! Treasure Beach has always held a special place in my heart because it represents the quieter, authentic side of Jamaica where community, resilience and simplicity shines bright. I love its laid-back energy, the warmth of the people, the sense of safety, and the way life there feels unhurried and deeply connected to the land and sea. Seeing Treasure Beach reopen to tourism after Hurricane Melissa fills me with genuine happiness and pride, because this South Coast community has weathered hardship with resilience and grace. With that said, I’ve teamed up with these Treasure Beach locals to share where’s open and why their community ought to be on your travel radar.

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The 8 Best Villas in Jamaica (With Prices)

Last week I covered the best all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica so now it’s time to talk about the best villas. Villas offer an intimate luxurious experience for small groups with complete privacy– no worries about strangers photobombing your pictures and you can laze around in the pool or common areas without worry of disrupting other guests. More importantly, villas allow you to have fun while maintaining social distance. As a result, Jamaican villas grew very popular during the pandemic and were the perfect place to be during lockdowns and curfews. Jamaica has officially reopened but the seclusion of villas will keep them popular for years to come. Nearly all have an oceanfront, river or mountain view, while many are beachfront or have a lovely private pool. Read on for how to book a Jamaican villa and get my top recommendations for which ones to visit.

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