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Along Jamaica's 894 km (556 mi) of coastline are 763 km 2 (295 sq mi) of coral reefs as of 2014. [7] However, the reefs were once much larger. About 85% of Jamaica's coral reefs were lost between 1980–2000. [8] Coral reef distribution on the northern coast of Jamaica extends from Morant Point in the east to Negril in the west.
Siargao is a famous tourist destination, well known for its many surfing spots and featured in the film Siargao for such qualities. Surfing is so ingrained in the identity of Siargao, that in 2022, two political families from Surigao Del Norte traded barbs over the cancellation of a national surfing competition hosted on the island. [1]
The Issa Trust Foundation was established by Couples Resorts in 2005 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit with a focus on pediatric healthcare and education for children and their families in Jamaica. The foundation conducts annual pediatric medical missions to Ocho Rios and Negril, treating thousands of children who have little or no access to basic health ...
The Enchanted Gardens is a resort near Ocho Rios in St. Ann, Jamaica. It is located in a natural river gorge with 14 waterfalls on 8 hectares (20 acres) of land. There is a nature walk with a wide variety of local plants and jungle like atmosphere. There is also an exotic aviary featuring rare birds, scenic ponds and a seawater aquarium. [1]
The Goldeneye resort is ranked as one of the most exclusive hotels in Jamaica. [3] [4] The estate is located in the Oracabessa Bay Fish Sanctuary, established in 2011 to protect the area's marine ecosystem. [5] It is adjacent to James Bond Beach, which has served as a concert venue.
Lime Key on map of 1774. Located 15 - 30 minutes by boat from Port Royal. [1] It has a small beach which makes it a popular location for recreation and sunbathing. [2] It is a regular hotspot for post-party-goers, and during holiday season (Summer and Christmas) weekends the island is often swarmed with boats, music and socialites.
Outrigger's portfolio includes 38 hotels, condominiums and vacation resort properties operated, owned and managed. [6] Jeff Wagoner joined the company as president and CEO, effective April 26, 2018. Additionally, KSL Resorts Co-founder and CEO Scott Dalecio, who was serving as Outrigger’s interim CEO since early 2017, was appointed executive ...
The reef flat is the shoreward, flat, broadest area of the reef. The reef flat is found in fairly shallow water and can be uncovered during low tide. This area of the reef is only slightly sloped towards the open ocean. [5] Since the reef flat is adjacent or nearly adjacent to land, it sustains the most damage from runoff and sediments.