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Chindian

It is safe. There is crime everywhere in the world, you just have to stay out of those places. I recommend staying in Montego Bay area.

sare_bear143

i visited jamaica in nov of 2006 for my honeymoon.. we stayed at sandals in montego bay.. it was absolutely amazing.. while we were there we wanted to see what the rest of jamaica is like.. it is alot different then in the resort but i never felt like i was in danger. people always want to see you things, but that is there way of life. they do drive on the opposite side of the road by the way.. i would reccomend going there. its such a learning experience. i cannot wait to go back!!!!!

genieva

safe is relative but rest assured you will enjoy your trip, try not to do anything stupid such as walking with large amounts of cash , convincing yourself that it is safe to try and export drugs. be your self

Michelle G

LOL, dont listen to too much bulls%^& story from ppl.Its safe, just dont wonder around certain areas.You'll be fine, we are all friendly.

suzysue

Jamaica is like any country that depends on tourist to make money. They want you to enjoy yourself so you will come back and spend more money

Serendipity

We've been to Jamaica four times and counting. It is a poor country, but we have never had a problem traveling. Use common sense; take only enough cash for the day and don't be in questionable areas late into the night. Jamaica has its problems, but we read similar stories of incidents with travellers all over the world. It's the most beautiful island and the people are so friendly and helpful, you'll see. You can take tours if you are afraid to brave it on your own. Depending upon where you stay, you may be approached by people peddling on the beaches, but a polite "no thank you" will suffice. I even have a tee shirt which reads, "It's OK; I'm with the Jamaicans." I love it and hope you have the opportunity to go and experience the land, the food, the sea, the sweet fresh air, and most of the people, the wonderful people.

Peaches

Yeah it's safe..............but just like any other place in the world there is crime but nothing that should keep you locked in your house and scared. I love Jamaica my parents are from there we visit every year and it works fine for us.

traveler

I have been to Jamaica several times and always felt safe. I cannot for the life of me figure out why so many people say it is so dangerous. Yes, there is crime (mostly the bigger cities like Kingston or Mo'Bay) but there is crime EVERYWHERE in the world. I think sometimes it is fueled by the people who own the all inclusive hotels. "don't leave your resort and you'll be fine". That is bull. Get out and meet the people, eat the local food!!!!! Go and have fun and just use common sense.

shasha

check out the forum in trip advisor.com [ I think] and ask folks who have been there.. you will hear bad things no matter where you go ,and for sure you need to know for your own safety,I spent 2 weeks there and travelled with people who actually live there so I guess I would be safer that way.however I did get to go off on my own and the fear was not there as I had been trained to believe.I didn't get to Kingston but I want to next time.Your facination with jamaica will only increase once you have been there yourself..as for me I am tottally in love......with the Island.just go...be safe..be travel smart as always ...but go!

Other sheep

some parts of jamaica are safe.....eg. St. Mary....... But I wouldn't live there..... its much to slow. Just stay away from Clarendon St. Catherine and Kingston (not so bad lately) and you should be fine.... the crime rate everywhere else is like the average place in the world.

I think sometimes the crime is exaggerated...... Jamaica is supposed to be a 'tropical paradise' so everyone expect it to be crime free.... in the real world....wherever you have humans, you'll have crime.

EZROY L

yes u need a visa

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