About Us | Ocho Rios Travel Guide

"Your Insider Connection to Jamaica’s North Coast Adventure Capital"

Welcome to the Ocho Rios Travel Guide

This isn’t just another travel site. The Ocho Rios Travel Guide is your curated companion to one of Jamaica’s most vibrant and scenic destinations where waterfalls, rainforests, beaches, and culture collide.

As part of a larger national platform of 12 regional Jamaican Travel Guides, the Jamaican Business & Tourism Directory, and a network of 87 Facebook Pages & Groups, this guide is proudly managed by Barry J. Hough Sr., a longtime advocate for authentic tourism and local empowerment.

Why OchoRiosTravelGuide.com?

Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore deeper, our guide helps you navigate Ocho Rios like a true insider. Updated regularly and built with firsthand knowledge, it covers everything you need to know:

Where to Stay: Resorts, villas, guesthouses, eco-lodges, and boutique hotels
Food & Dining: Street eats, jerk joints, Ital food, seafood spots, and fine dining
What to Do: Dunn’s River Falls, Mystic Mountain, Dolphin Cove, river rafting, hidden beaches
Shopping: Local crafts, art, souvenirs, and duty-free finds
Nightlife: Reggae bars, beach parties, dance halls, and chill spots
Events Calendar: Music festivals, holidays, and cultural happenings
Real Estate: Properties, rentals, and investment opportunities
Travel Tips & Safety: Practical advice for a smart, safe stay
Local Business Directory: Easily connect with trusted services and professionals

Our Mission

At the heart of the Ocho Rios Travel Guide and the national platform behind it is a mission rooted in real community and culture:

Support sustainable tourism that celebrates Jamaica’s natural beauty and cultural richness
Empower local businesses through greater digital visibility
Equip travelers with trusted, up-to-date information for smarter journeys
Reconnect the diaspora with tools for travel, relocation, or investment
Bridge tourism and everyday Jamaican life by spotlighting the people and stories that make the island unique

Explore Jamaica: A Nationwide Travel & Business Network

The Ocho Rios Travel Guide is part of a powerful network that spans the island, with regional travel guides designed to highlight Jamaica’s diversity:

Negril Travel Guide: Chill vibes, beaches, and sunsets
Montego Bay Travel Guide: Resort living and nightlife
Hanover - Lucea Travel Guide: Coastal charm and community
Trelawny Travel Guide: Usain Bolt’s roots and eco adventures
Kingston Travel Guide: Music, culture, and urban energy
Port Antonio Travel Guide: Lush rainforest and quiet beaches
South Coast Travel Guide: Black River, Treasure Beach, and authentic local life
North Coast Travel Guide: Historic towns and scenic drives
Mandeville Travel Guide: Inland cool, coffee estates, and colonial vibes
Jamaican Travel Guides Hub: One portal for all 12 regional guides
Jamaican Business & Tourism Directory: Your all-in-one resource for Jamaican enterprises, services, and events

Whether you're booking a tour, exploring investment options, launching a business, or simply discovering what makes Ocho Rios unforgettable, the Ocho Rios Travel Guide and the Jamaican Business & Tourism Directory are your trusted digital companion.

Travel smart. Explore deeper. Experience the real Jamaica.