Frenchman Cove


The Frenchman's Cove is one of the sun-drenched Jamaican beaches, which is located near Port Antonio . The locals call it a piece of paradise. It is enough to look at it, and it immediately becomes clear what it got its name for.

Paradise on the shore of the Caribbean Sea

The beach with a total area of ​​48 hectares was created in the 1960s as a resting place for financially secure Jamaicans. It was named after the old folk tale, which tells of a bloody battle that occurred near the bay between the British and the French.

At the first glance at Frenchmans Cove, it seems as if you already saw this place somewhere on postcards. On the one hand, the beach is washed by Caribbean waves, on the other - a small river (River at Frenchman's Cove), fresh water which has become home to numerous tropical fish. Moreover, along the river there are swings for children and adults. Everyone has the opportunity to ride on them. On the beach area there are restaurants, bars, cottages and several hotels, among which the most popular is The Great House.

It is very convenient that on the beach you can if necessary combine business with pleasure, rest and work - it means free WI-FI. The only nuance that should be taken into account when going to the beach is that the entrance to it is paid ($ 10 for foreign visitors and $ 8 for local guests). But this money is worth it to enjoy an incredible vacation at the Frenchman's Cove.

On the beach there is a pavilion where daily yoga classes are held for beginners and those who already know all the asanas. Also for $ 90 you can become a diver and immerse yourself in the underwater world of the Caribbean Sea.

Frenchmans Cove is very popular among lovers. Its picturesque landscapes and bewitching noise of waves and beckon to play on this beach wedding ceremony.

How to get to the beach?

From Port Antonio , you can get there in 15 minutes along the Fair Prospect to Folly. Those who are in the capital of Jamaica, Kingston , should move along the road A3 and A4. The journey takes 2 hours and 15 minutes.