“Jamaica is the perfect destination for travelers who need to escape winter with an extra hiss,” said John Lynch, Director of Tourism Jamaica. “Regardless of the season, the island always brims with exciting events that showcase our culture and natural beauty, and make sure that the fun never stops.”

December

Seaport Fest and Fireworks on the Waterfront (December 31, 2009) is a New Year’s Eve celebration with a Jamaican flare. Joined in a warm and welcoming more than 100 multiple, 000 with pride from across the island of Jamaica, ringing in the New Year with fireworks are phenomenal at Down Town Port of Kingston. This free event will also feature the Village kiddies, big vendors craft arcades, and family entertainment on stage. Charming sea view, stunning fireworks and corporate-friendly state will undoubtedly carve an indelible memory of a tropical New Year. For more information contact: UDC Urban Development Corporation at (876) 922-8310 – 4.

January

For history fans, or those who are attracted by the rich island heritage, the 270th Accompong Maroon Festival (January 6, 2010), in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica celebrates legendary West Maroons who fought relentlessly and successfully against the British for their freedom. Visitors can take part in various foods and beverages in a newly built African styled Bickle (food) village, while they are entertained with traditional singing, dancing, playing drums and blowing of the Abeng (trumpet). For more information please call: (876) 952-4546 or (876) 700-8805.

For the Caribbean and the international Jewish community or those interested in exploring the island heritage tourism, Jamaica will host the inauguration of the goals of the Jewish Diaspora Conference (Jan. 12-14) will be held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, in Kingston. The event will feature renowned experts from the United States, Jamaica, France and Israel, who will discuss various topics from the history of culture, including architecture, music, and religion to explore the Caribbean identity and Jewish heritage. Tour leading site in Kingston is a significant and historical value to the Kingston Jewish community will also be held for participants. For more information please visit: http://www.ucija.org/main.html

Reggae lovers gathered at Rebel Salute (January 16, 2010), now in 17 years, experienced some of the top reggae artists, both locally and internationally. Some memories of past actions, including Luciano, Queen Ifrica, Tarrus Riley and Tony Rebel. At the festival, which will be held at Port Kaiser’s Sports Club in St Elizabeth, visitors can also sample Jamaica’s Ital food (food prepared without salt) which is identical to the Rastafarian lifestyle. For more information visit: www.flamesproduction.com

Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival (24-30 January, 2010) brought a number of eager tourists to the edge of Jamaica each year. Local residents and tourists are equally appealing party in Jamaica and international cuisine to enjoy while the charm of jazz and blues music from the show at the national and international scene. Among the confirmed acts this year: Gladys Knight, Joss Stone, Jennifer Hudson, Tamia, Deborah Cox, the Third World, Monty Alexander, Billy Ocean, Joe Roy Jackson, Kelly Price, Hall and Oats, Jon Secada, Roy Ayers, Marion Max Hall and Sam Milby. For more information visit: www.jamaicajazzandblues.com

February

Jamaica continues to be the hottest Spring Break destination, and Spring Break kicks off the 2010 February-March 2010. Party season interesting happened in Montego Bay and Negril. Enjoy discounts on the Coral Cliff and Margaritaville Montego Bay and Negril; The Groovy Grouper, The Jungle and other attractions. For more information contact the Jamaica Tourist Board in Montego Bay at: (876) 952-4425.

Make sure that Valentine’s Day is the most impressive with the retreat, Global Wine & Chocolate Show (February 5, 2010), which will be held in St. Catherine. This special pre-Valentine’s Day event will feature well-known wine in the world and spirits brands, leading brands like Ferroro Rocher chocolates and Cadbury, as well as more than 50 suppliers of gift and exhibitors at the show. For more information please call: (876) 362-6445.

Join island as commemorating the life and works of reggae legend the Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta “Bob” Marley, O.M. Bob Marley Celebration (February 2010) will be a series of activities throughout the month, which included Bob Marley symposium, a concert tribute to Bob Marley & Dennis Brown, “One Love” Football Match and a number of other interesting activities. For more information contact the Bob Marley Foundation at: (876) 978 2991 / 3 or visit their website at: www.bobmarley-foundation.com

For die-hard adventure seekers looking for high adrenaline, the Jamaican Fat Tire Festival (6-13 February, 2010) is a cure for winter blues! This year the event, hosted in Oracabessa, St. Mary, is a unique event that can be described as an exhilarating, yet fun-filled, the trip was not for the faint of heart. Some of the famous mountain biking including the lung-busting rises, technical trail rides, fast descent down, double-track, and single-track, and reached its peak with the bike Jamaica Bash. For more information contact the Island Sports Trust at: (876) 975-3393.

Can not get enough of the rich heritage of the island? Wi fi crazy, (February 14, 2010) is now in 20 years, is an annual event that celebrates Jamaica’s retention of African heritage. Scheduled to be held at Somerset Falls in Portland, crazy, Wi-Fi will feature activities centered around preserving and presenting historical and cultural ties between Jamaica and Africa as Kumina, Jonkunoo and Anancy story. Day will also include poetry, fashion, and dancing with a special appearance by the famous drum / dance company. For more information visit: www.fiwisinting.com.

For those who desire to embrace the literary culture of the island, Jamaica’s Premier International film about reggae Film Series (16-18 February, 2010) in Kingston, is the place to be. Three-day event is the feature film and documentaries and music videos featuring reggae music and Jamaican culture as a central theme. For more information visit: www.jamaicafilmacademy.org

Ecotourists or individuals interested in the natural beauty of Jamaica will enjoy the Misty Bliss (February 28, 2010). This annual event is the traditional, Jamaican mountains cultural festival that celebrates the pleasure and treasure – the cool, misty forests the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, Maroon culture including Hog Wild Jerk, Crayfish Run-down, “Blue Drawers”, “Chaklit” Tea , Blue Mountain, Kumina, Maroon drummers, Crafts, Games at Pickney Ring crazy, and Environmental Education Trail for Hikers. For more information contact the Jamaica Conservation & Development Trust at: (876) 920-8278 -9 or (876) 960-2848.

Not in Montego Bay or Negril to celebrate Spring Break? No problem, mon! Kingston has the same life and the intense atmosphere of the party. Carnival in Jamaica (6 February to 11 April 2010) is a highly anticipated event for locals and visitors. Over 22 years, Carnival has evolved to bring together thousands of Jamaica and visitors during the ten-week “feel good fest”. Jamaica Carnival in 2010 will offer more than ten weeks, twenty-eight high-energy, fun-filled event beginning with the Beach Jouvert and ends with the Road March, a costumed street parade where revelers enjoy the Soca, Calypso and reggae music. For more information please call: (876) -923-9138 / 9 or (876) -922-3840.

MARCH

Fun in the Son (20 March 2010) is one of the most anticipated island gospel event, dubbed The Premier Christian Festival in the Caribbean. Fun in the Son, billed as an alternative spring break, change the Kingston for one night of entertainment and Christian ministry that unites a diverse audience interested in a cheerful, vibrant celebration of the Gospel. This festival will be held on the basis of Jamaica College, which is located on Old Hope Road. For more information visit: www.funinthesonjam.com

Bolts to the Trelawny Yam Festival (March 21, 2010), just outside the resort capital of Montego Bay, and discover what many believe is the secret Trelawny success of the most popular runner – sweet! Festival is a celebration of the rich culture of Trelawny and heritage, which also involves the production of sweet potato – the best known parish. This has become the standard bearer for all the local food festivals in Jamaica and offers a number of activities and attractions that culminated in a big party on Easter Monday occasion each year. For more information please call: (876) 610-0818.