🇯🇲Jamaica
America
Information
Capital
Kingston
Population
2,840,000
Currency
Jamaican dollar (JMD J$)
Languages
Anglais, Jamaïcain patois
Continent
America
Calling code
+1-876
Timezone
America/Jamaica
Area
10,991 km²
Government
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
National day
August 6 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.jm
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About
Jamaica is a Caribbean island nation renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and the origin of reggae music. Independent since 1962, it is a parliamentary constitutional monarchy with the UK monarch as head of state represented by a governor-general. The economy is driven by tourism, financial services, and bauxite production.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(high)
- Éviter les quartiers isolés la nuit
- Ne pas porter d'objets de valeur visibles
Terrorism(low)
- Risque faible, rester vigilant dans les lieux touristiques
Transport
- Utiliser uniquement des taxis officiels ou applications reconnues
Natural risks(Ouragans saisonniers (juin-novembre) et séismes occasionnels)
- Suivre les alertes météo et évacuations
Health(Système de santé limité, soins privés recommandés pour touristes)
- Vaccins hépatite A/B, typhoïde ; moustiquaires contre dengue/zika
Practical tips
- Voyager en groupe
- Utiliser des coffres-forts hôteliers
- Acheter une assurance voyage complète
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Left
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants and hotels
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