North & Central America
Jamaica
Reggae, beaches, waterfalls and the Blue Mountains. Say wah gwaan, take it easy, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 07:43
- Currency
- JMD
- Calling code
- +1876
- Capital
- Kingston
- Languages spoken
- English, JAM
Respect & manners
- Jamaicans are warm and direct: greet people before asking anything.
- Use licensed taxis (red PP plates) or your hotel's transport.
- Cannabis rules are specific: smoking in public is illegal, and you must never take any out of the country.
- Tipping: about 10–15% if service is not included.
- Ask before taking photos of people.
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