| It is no wonder that Negril and the west end of the | | | | The west end of the island has something for |
| island, including the parishes Hanover and | | | | everyone, even the plants lovers. Royal Palm |
| Westmoreland, has remained a well-liked destination | | | | Preserve is home to over one hundred different plant |
| for both locals and international travelers. The area of | | | | species. One particular plant of interest is the Morass |
| the island hosts Jamaica all inclusive resort travelers | | | | royal palms, which are only found on the western part |
| year round and offers the best of Jamaican hospitality | | | | of the island. Bird watchers will want to grab their |
| and beauty. | | | | binoculars for a closer look at dozens of bird species, |
| Walking down Seven-Mile Beach, many of the | | | | including the West Indian whistling duck, the Jamaican |
| travelers you see resting in the gold-colored sand have | | | | woodpecker and the Jamaican parakeet. |
| opted for all inclusive vacations. This is the longest | | | | Bird-watchers can also talk with the Negril Area |
| beach on the island and an especially popular area | | | | Environmental Protection Trust (NAEPT) who |
| around sunset. Fifty years ago, this beach was mainly | | | | manages the reserve to inquire about making special |
| lined with local fishermen, but now it is primarily tourists | | | | arrangements to arrive before opening hours. |
| taking in the crystal water. This also is a popular spot | | | | The environmentally-minded traveler might want to |
| for locals to sell their wares. At the south end is a | | | | make a stop at the Dolphin Head Mountains and The |
| huge park, which often hosts everything from events | | | | Dolphin Head Forest Reserve. This is a collaboration |
| to dances. | | | | among local farmers, government and NGOs that was |
| Bloody Bay is one of the most peaceful beaches on | | | | spearheaded by the Dolphin Head Trust. Taking a walk |
| the island and also home to many of its all inclusive | | | | on the pristine Nature Trail or taking in the Living |
| hotels. There are several public access points on the | | | | Botanical Museum offers an intimate portrait of one |
| beach, allowing travelers from other inclusive hotels to | | | | the island's last treasures of biodiversity. |
| experience the calm and beauty of this beach. A | | | | A trip to Mayfield Falls, located in the town of Flower |
| variety of snorkeling excursions and glass-bottom boat | | | | Hill in the Westmoreland parish, is a great relaxing way |
| tours can be arranged from this area. Bloody Bay is | | | | to spend the day. Whether you opt for Original |
| also a great place to taste some of the local flavors, | | | | Mayfield or the Riverwalk, you will experience one of |
| like lobster, fish and chicken with rice and peas. | | | | the islands most memorable island walks. |