Jamaica 2018 - Part I - Getting There

I wanted to go swimming in a warm sea, so I decided a nice trip to Montego Bay was in order. I love Jamaica, and I found a resort that wasn't too far from Sangster airport. Having travelled further afield before,  I know that I wanted somewhere I could get to affordably by taxi. I'll never forget the trip where we waited on the bus for half an hour at a hotel stop on the way to the airport for a bridal party that had lost an aunt (misplaced, she wasn't dead). Worse, the seat in front of me was broken, and I had a dickens of a time getting the grandma sitting there to understand that she was actually reclining onto me and needed to sit up. Not doing that again.

So, I found the Sunscape Splash, which is conveniently located on the bay. And, of course, I booked my flights Premium Rouge, since that was the most comfortable direct flight I could find.

On to the airport. UP Express (Toronto's train to the airport) is very convenient for me, so I just haul my wheely bag over to the station, and I'm there in under 45 minutes from my door, and far more cheaply than a taxi or ride-hail.

As part of Premium Rouge's fare, I get priority check in and lounge access.  What a lovely, relaxing way to start a vacation.

The Air Canada Lounge

Comfortable Seats with Complementary IPad

If you're flying into Sangster, you can book Club Mobay in advance. If you have a Priority Pass membership, this is free, otherwise, it's around $50US for the meet and greet service, and around $30US for when you're flying out. Deals can be had, so it's worth it to do a bit of comparison shopping. The meet and greet service has someone meet you when you get off the plane, and escort you through expedited customs. You can then sit in a nice lounge with tasty Jamaican beer and snacks until you're ready, or your transfer is ready, to go to your resort. I am a huge believer in stress free travel, and to me this is a fantastic service.

In Club Mobay -- Don't I Look Relaxed?

When I was ready, the staff arranged a taxi for me, told me the price, and off I went. Check in went well. They had had a past guest no-show, so they put me in her room, and I got her amenities. I wasn't complaining.

Welcome back gift

After this, I relaxed for a bit and settled in. I don't have any pictures from dinner, but it was in the Asian restaurant, and I enjoyed it. I just forgot to record it for posterity.

After that, I went for a walk and enjoyed the warm, beautiful Jamaican evening.

Next -- Enjoying the resort.