Jamaica (Jamaica)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of North America.

Its center lies at a latitude of 18.25 and longitude of -77.5.

Jamaica also goes by the names, Gamajka, Giamaica, Ha-mai-ca, Iamaice, Iamáice, Jamaica, Jamaika, Jamaique, Jamajka, Jamajko, Jamayka, Jamaíka, Jamaïque, Jameika, Jameyka, Tzamaika, Xhamajke, Xhamajkë, cameka, jama'ika, jamaika, jamaikka, jamayka, jam

The prodominant languages spoken are en-JM (English) and its currency is the Dollar (JMD), currently exchanging at 1 Jamaican Dollar = 0.00724 British Pound Sterling 1 Jamaican Dollar = 0.01146 US Dollar .

Jamaica currently has a population of 2847200 (estimate).

Regions within Jamaica

Largest Cities within Jamaica

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Jamaica

Published: Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:35:00 GMT

Travel Summary

141 British nationals required consular assistance in Jamaica in the period April 2010 - March 2011. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

There is a low threat from terrorism, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.

The hurricane season in Jamaica normally runs from June to November. You should monitor weather updates. See natural disasters.