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Want to know how to travel to Jamaica on a budget? Check out this tips and hacks for your debt-free Jamaican vacation.

Jamaica was always on my list of places to visit. The photos I’ve seen of Jamaica were so beautiful. Like its Caribbean neighbors, Jamaica is known for its turquoise water, its pure white sand and its tropical weather. It is an island paradise, where sun-seekers and beach-goers flock in winter months to escape the colder weather. Jamaica is a place of picture-perfect dreams. It is a land where palms trees sway to the beat of Afro-Caribbean music and aromas of fragrant spices fill the air.

Plan your Trip During Winter Months

Jamaica is a popular honeymoon destination that has marketed itself as an all-inclusive getaway. Despite the promotion of luxury travel in Jamaica, the tropical island has all the key ingredients of a budget travel destination. During my 5-day/4-night vacation to Montego Bay, I found that traveling to Jamaica on a budget is not only possible, but it is also relatively easy. Traveling to Jamaica during the Winter months will save you hundreds or thousands of dollars.

All-inclusive Accommodations in Montego Bay

I spent five full days in Jamaica, my price included airfare and airport tranfers. I stayed at Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay Jamaica. My room had an outdoor soaking tub that was so luxurious. This luxury all-inclusive resort in Jamaica embraces the Jamaican culture, manicured gardens with roaming peacocks, authentic Caribbean food, and afternoon tea traditions. Just a short ferry away lies the resort’s private offshore island with Bali-inspired beach cabanas, a Balinese-style pool with a swim-up bar and whirlpool, relaxing spa, and an authentic Thai restaurant. They even have over-the-water bungalows.

There were so many activities and dining options at the resort, we took full advantage of it and only ventured out with the locals twice. Utilizing all the activities that are available at an all-inclusive resort will help you save money on food and entertainment.

Chukka Caribbean Adventures

Chukka Caribbean Adventures offers the best of Jamaica, with adventures for all ages. You can fly through the rain-forest hundreds of feet in the air with zip-ling, swim on horseback, explore the countryside on an ATV, or take a relaxing float down a river. We did all of the above. The tour started early in the morning, with a shuttle picking us up from the resort early in the morning. The tour even included a full lunch and a beverage of choice. This was the most adventurous tour I have ever experienced. IRIE!!!!

There are so many local things to do in Jamaica! The culture was out of this world. The air was different. I hope these tips are helpful to you while budgeting for your trip to Jamaica! If you visit Jamaica, tag me in your Instagram stories and photos, because I’d love to see you budgeted your trip to Jamaica. Check out my other Travel posts here. If you want to know where I purchased some of my vacation outfits, shop my looks here.

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Visiting Tampa soon? Check out the Top Things to Do in Tampa.

Tampa, Florida is known for it’s sunny weather and world-famous attractions. No wonder why Tampa is one of the top tourist destinations in Florida. Here is a list of the top things to do in Tampa. From exquisite cuisine to thrilling amusement parks, this list is sure to please everyone.

Opal Sands Resort

Opal Sands Resort is a chic waterfront resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. We had the penthouse corner suite and it was absolutely amazing. But each of the regular rooms boasts panoramic Gulf views. They have a relaxing spa, vibrant dining experiences, and an unmatched view of the gulf from the outdoor pool and lounge areas. I loved that Opal Sands Resort has wrist bands for room keys and other entry points so you do not have to worry about toting a key around with you at the pool. This will be the only place I will stay during my visits to Tampa.

Clearwater Beach

One of my favorite things about Florida is the beach. If you’re willing to travel a little outside of Tampa, however, the best beach is definitely Clearwater Beach. It’s about 25 miles west of Tampa Bay, and it offers just about everything that you could want from a beach. Since I stayed at the Opal Sands resort it was only a short walk from the pool to be beachside.

Hyde Park Village

Hyde Park Village is stylish open-air complex with higher-end retailers, restaurants & bars, plus a movie theater in the heart of Historic Tampa. We had a great time walking around shopping, trying different desserts and exploring all the options that Hyde Park Village had to offer. I also noticed that there was also housing near Hyde Park so I’m sure you could get an AirBnB that is within walking distance of Hyde Park. Lastly, I had the best meal of my life at Timpano Hyde Park. The cocktails were top of the line and the table-side pasta was everything. This is a must try while visiting Tampa.

Busch Gardens Tampa

Busch Gardens Tampa is one of the coolest things to do in the entire state of Florida. It’s partly a zoo and partly an amusement park, and you can lose entire weekends to its zip-lines, bumper cars, bird gardens, water slides and elephant enclosures.

Tampa Riverwalk

Tampa Riverwalk simply put, is a pedestrian trail that stretches for almost three miles near and through the Hillsborough River of Tampa. Some people walk it; some people bike or bus alongside it; some people might take a break and finish the trail later. With scenic views near the river, it’s a great place for sightseeing. It’s also a nice gateway for the attractions of Tampa.

There are many places to go for fun, food and entertainment but for now this is my list of things to do in Tampa! I hope this guide is helpful to you while you explore the Amazing Tampa, Florida! If you visit Tampa, tag me in your Instagram stories and photos because I’d love to see what places you visited while in Tampa. Check out my other Travel posts here. If you want to know where I purchased some of my vacation outfits, shop my looks here.