Latest travel advice for Jamaica, including how to stay safe during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and information on returning to the UK.

But also, there are 'oh so' many sources these days that provide accurate information on the laws of Jamaica so we really ought to know them - don't we?

There is no excuse for ignorance of the law- so they say. Jamaican Laws, contributed.

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Equal parts doctor's clinic, Amsterdam-style coffee shop and hipster boutique, these are currently the only places where travelers to Jamaica can legally buy cannabis products.

The Jamaican government has made several state of emergency announcements throughout 2018, with some being extended into 2019 due to ongoing crime-related issues. This warning does not affect other parts of Jamaica. The Jamaican government has just extended its state of emergency until May and has advised tourists not to leave their hotels unaccompanied.

Tourists visiting Jamaica's Montego Bay have been urged to stay in their resorts after authorities declared a state of emergency and deployed the military. Local laws and customs Contrary to popular belief, it’s illegal to smoke marijuana (‘ganja’) in Jamaica.

However, wherever you are on the island, it's advised to be aware of your surroundings and exercise safety precautions. There are penalties for all drug offences, including those involving ganja.

Jamaica's revised drug laws have allowed the creation of medical marijuana dispensaries, the first of which opened in 2018.

Jamaica is an island playground with crystal blue waters, reef-lined beaches, mountains with bobsled tracks, and cliffs perfect for jumping off.

This is because if you know the background to this new wave of violence, you understand why the tourist, or indeed any law-abiding citizen, has nothing to fear.