Capital: Kingston
Population: 2.6 million
Size: 4411 square miles (146 miles east to west with widths varying from 22 to 51 miles)
Jamiaca is the third largest island in the Caribbean. Despite its relatively small size, Jamaica has an impressive diversity of terrain and vegetation.

Lightweight, summer-type clothing is best throughout the year. Some visitors might appreciate a light-weight jacket or sweater on a rare evening. Swimwear is acceptable on the beaches or around the pool, but not in the streets

The unit of currency is the Jamaican dollar, which uses the same symbol as the US dollar ($). The official rate of exchange fluctuates a as of May 1, 2006 approximately $60 Jamaican to $1 US .
To look up the current rate of exchange click here . Currency can be easily exchanged at the airport or during regular business hours at banks throughout the island. Traveler's Checks are widely accepted as well as major credit cards. However, it is a good idea to always have some Jamaican currency available