Jamaica, the third most populous island in the Caribbean, has a rich and storied past that belies the country’s relatively small size. Home to thriving trade ports since the 16th century, the country has turned into one of the hottest tourist destinations in the entire region. Come to Jamaica if you’re looking for the one-of-a-kind combination of culture, tropical surroundings, azure seas, great people and even gaming.
Located inside the Jungle Negril Club & Sports Bar, the Sports Bar Casino – open daily from 11AM to 2AM – provides more than just gaming. The gaming floors perform double duty as a night club Wednesdays through Sundays, but there is always gaming available on the 100 slot machines. Try your luck on the one-armed bandits in between drinks or in between songs for a little added excitement.
You could probably spend all day and night at the Jungle Negril Club, but should you get tired, you can check into one of the city’s fine hotels and resorts. For something private and romantic, book a cottage at the Negril Escape Resort and Spa where you can enjoy secluded, beachfront relaxation for a reasonable price. Or you can try Couples Negril, a massive, all-inclusive resort set on 18 acres of beautifully landscapes land. There are 234 rooms to choose from, five restaurants and exquisite natural surroundings.
When your stomach begins to call to you, guests of Couples Negril will be pleasantly surprised.
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Cassava Terrace Restaurant, an open-air buffet where laid-back is the way to go. For romance, enjoy complimentary breakfast in bed. For dinner, try Heliconia, a Mediterranean restaurant with an extensive menu of European inspired dishes. Afterwards, head to the piano bar or the sports bar to catch some live entertainment or televised sports while drinking a fine beer, wine or cocktail.
Both Couples Negril and Negril Escape offer plenty of leisure activities. Start with a workout and top it off with a spa or beauty treatment. There are also free Yoga classes at Negril Escape. For water lovers, try free kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing or sailing. For an extra fee, feel the wind gust in your face as you tool around the waves on a Jet Ski. Land-based activity can be had at the 18-hole professional golf-course situated between the two resorts.
At night, Negril is the place you want to be. Of course, one of the most happening places in the city is the Jungle Negril Club & Sports Bar. Go to game or go to dance; it’s all there. Listen to the hypnotic steel drums as your walk through town – the sound seems to carry on the air for miles. For adventure, go club hopping; there are dozens of upscale and hot clubs throughout the city.
To find the Jungle Negril Club & Sports Bar, fly into Montego Bay International Airport and take a one-hour drive to The Jungle Nightclub, Norman Manley Blvd., Negril, Jamaica.
