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- Destinations
- Caribbean
- Jamaica
- Montego Bay
- Croydon in the Mountains
Croydon in the Mountains
Jamaica's national hero, Samuel Sharpe - the slave who led the
bloody 'Christmas Rebellion' of 1831 and helped to expedite the
emancipation of Jamaica - was born on this still-working plantation
in the interior, 24 miles (39km) from Montego Bay. Three-hour-long
guided tours of the Croydon coffee and pineapple plantation run
from Montego Bay, and have become a must-see for every visitor to
the island. Tours give visitors some interesting insights into the
history and processes of coffee and pineapple production, as well
as the chance to savour some of Jamaica's exotic fruits.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language of Jamaica is English but a local
patois is also spoken, a mixture of English, Spanish, and various
African languages.
Money
The Jamaican Dollar (JMD) is divided into 100 cents. The island
is well supplied with ATMs, banks and bureaux de change. Banking
hours are usually Monday to Thursday from 9am to 2pm, and Friday
from 9am to 4pm. Cambio exchange offices are found throughout the
country, open later than banks and often offering better exchange
rates. Retain receipts as proof of legal currency exchange.
Exchange bureaux at the airports and hotels also offer better rates
than banks. Major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Both cash and travellers cheques are best taken in US
Dollars.
Opening Times
Tour days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from
10.30am to 3pm