What should I pack for 5 days in Jamaica? (2023)

What should I pack for 5 days in Jamaica?

Avoid wearing any scent or perfume. Also be aware that it is illegal to have army/combat type clothing or print. Pack light as it's very easy to get clothes laundered.

You should plan to spend around J$15,989 ($105) per day on your vacation in Jamaica, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, J$3,038 ($20) on meals for one day and J$1,673 ($11) on local transportation.

The national costume of Jamaica consists of a long full skirted white cotton petticoat usually with a flounce or lace trim at the hem. Over the top of this is worn a full skirted dress made from bandana material; a cotton mix fabric with red white and blue tartan inspired check pattern.

Water shoes

Choose an inexpensive pair to bring with you for use during water activities while on island. Dunn's River Falls is a location where you may need to bring along water shoes, as the surface of the rivers and waterfalls in the area tend to be gritty. They will also come in handy for climbing the falls.

Layer with breathable, long-sleeved shirts and a summer sweater. Finally, zip up with a lightweight, insulated and rain-resistant hooded windbreaker. Cargo pants are ideal bottoms thanks to their useful pockets. Avoid jeans, because denim doesn't breathe easily and once you're in the Caribbean, they won't be practical.

Do not bring more than the recommended amount as any amounts over US$10,000 will have to be declared with the TSA (airport security control personnel). Overall, once you have booked an all-inclusive accommodation, there really is no need to travel with excessive amounts of cash.

Is it better to use US dollars in Jamaica?

If you pay in US dollars it is best to pay the exact amount or to use $US1 or $US5 bills (aka banknotes). If you pay in any currency other than Jamaican dollars and the change is given in Jamaican dollars the hotel or shop will set the exchange rate and the rate will normally be to the advantage of the merchant.

If you're planning to play or work in this Caribbean nation, you can rest assured that most big businesses in tourist areas, like hotels and excursions, accept credit cards. However, if you're rambling into more remote areas or checking out smaller, local shops, it's best to carry some cash.

Dual voltage rated appliance

This means that you will not need a converter or transformer but just a travel adaptor, because Jamaica operates on a 110V supply voltage, which is within the 110-240V range that the dual voltage appliance operates on.

The quadrille dress or bandana skirt, as Jamaicans like to call it, is made out of white and red cotton plaid. Another version of the bandana skirt incorporates white and maroon plaid. During the quadrille, women typically wear this skirt with a ruffled blouse with sleeves and a head tie.

Jamaica is a tropical country so there are going to be bugs. As the previous poster goes the sand fleas are probably going to be the biggest issue for the kiddies. Stay away from the beach after sunset or after a rain and you should be fine.

Stick to mineral water and keep yourself hydrated

Mostly, tap water in Jamaica is safe to drink, but in more remote areas you may want to avoid drinking water straight out of the tap, unless it has been boiled, filtered or otherwise treated.

In countries such as Antigua, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it is against the law for civilians to wear camouflage clothing or accessorize with anything that has a camouflage print.

The legislative committee responsible agreed that the flag should have the colours black, yellow, and green. These stood for the difficulties faced by the nation (black), its natural wealth and the beauty of its sunlight (yellow), and agriculture and hope (green).