Lime Cay
#7 in Best Beaches in Jamaica
Tucked away off the coast of Kingston, this tiny uninhabited island is the perfect place to unwind. Pack your snorkeling gear to explore Lime Cay’s crystal-clear water, or spend the afternoon sunbathing on its sandy shore. Keep in mind that there are no facilities on the island, so you’ll need to bring necessities like food, refreshments and sunscreen with you when you visit. To get to Lime Cay, which is best visited during the week when it’s less crowded, catch a ride from Morgan’s Harbour Hotel & Marina or pay a local fisherman to drop you off for the day.
Port Antonio
#8 in Best Beaches in Jamaica
Port Antonio was a settlement first established in Spanish Jamaica, when it was known as Puerto Anton. Portland formally became a parish in 1723 by order of the Duke of Portland, the then-Governor of Jamaica after whom it is named. The existing port was to be called Port Antonio and was slated to become a naval stronghold. To that end, by 1729, the colonial government began to build Fort George on the peninsula separating the twin East and West harbors known as the Titchfield promontory. The fort was intended to protect settlers from attacks by the Spanish from the sea, and from the Jamaican Maroons who lived in the mountains.
