ion right now is much more stable, the potential risk cannot be overlooked.
             Geographic condition: Although Jamaica is the largest English-speaking country in the northern Caribbean, it comprises only approximately 4,200 square miles, stretching 146 miles from Morant Point on the east coast to Negril on the west coast and extending 51 miles at its widest point. The island's population is 2.2 million.
             Types of resorts in the particular industry: The two major types of resorts in Jamaica are the traditional ones and the all-inclusive ones. Traditional resorts are regular hotels, having restaurants and bars that the customers can use with additional charges, and none of the recreation activities provided are included in the room price rates.
             An all-inclusive resort is a relatively new type of hotel. These hotels offer lodging, all meals (all you can eat), most recreational activities, and airport transfers for one preset price. So basically somebody can pay a fixed amount of money and do everything that the hotel provides with no additional charges.
             The two types of hotels are different from target customers and the service offered, to advertising and hardware needed.
             Fast growing tourism industry: In1980, Jamaica's tourism industry began to expand. Between 1982 and 1983, total tourist arrivals increased by 17 percent to 782,943. Stopover visitors increased by 21 percent, and cruise ship passenger arrivals increased by 8 percent. Average hotel occupancy in 1983 was 58.6 percent. In 1983, Jamaica earned $370 million from tourism, up from $ 240 million in 1980.
             Major Tourism areas in Jamaica:
             n Montero Bay: is located on the western side of the island. It is a lively and
             singles-oriented town, offering moderately priced hotels and restaurants for budget-conscious travelers and tour groups. Also, there are some elegant, expensive resorts, which cater to wealthier and mo...