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Boston Beach

Port Antonio, Jamaica
Ranked #5 of 18 attractions in Port Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Swimming, Dining
Description: Watch the young and adventurous surf the waves as you chow down on jerk pork, the Jamaican dish this beach is famous for.
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Jamaica
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Although located in a protected cove, the water will be tranquil on 1 day and fit for mild surfing on the next. Nice, laid-back vibe. Bring your jerk chicken from the Jerk Centre next door and eat right on the beach. More

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Ames, Iowa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

With a free beach, comes along the hassle. You just have to smile and say "No" firmly. As soon as we get out of the car, three local men approached us. One's selling local jewelry, the other's offering surf board rental, and the last guy introduced himself as "Jah Rasta", has his own CD to sell. Jah Rasta seemed promising,... More

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Ashland, VA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Great beach for surfing, swimming, snorkeling, catching frisbee or just chilling with the friendly, helpful and interesting locals. Very nice! More

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Jamaica
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

there's nothing to dislike.boston beach is nice...but mostly for surfers...that side of island is bit windy...so gives surfers good chance to enjoy.place nice and quite.mostly populated by local people.must have is boston jerk food.special in easter when is traditional jerk festival.but any other day you come...you still wont be sorry...just prepare yourself on hot hot pepper!! More

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Jamaica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

Come on, yu done know Jamaica has it all…beautiful beaches, rum, women…lol, alright mek mi behave myself. As I was saying, if it’s surfing you want to make you feel irie while frolicking in Jam Rock, then Boston Beach is the best spot for that. Boston Bay is just down the road from Great Huts and Boston Jerk, and it’s... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Expect $10 - $15 to rent a beat-up by decent condition surfboard. Nice spot, good break on the left hand side of bay. You will get hassled some, but worth the trip. Don't eat at the shacks unless you negotiate prices first. We got ripped off pretty good. More

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Kenmore, Washington
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

The food was overrated. it was dry. flavor was good. touristy. More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

Lots of waves for surfing, but almost impossible to get to from Great Huts. Rocky bottom with debris. People hasseling you on the beach. Best for surfing, not swimming More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Jamaicans hang out here, which makes it more fun in a way than Frenchman's cove. You'll be hassled by lots of people selling you stuff on the way in, but we went all the way to the far side and barely anyone came over after that. The waves were decent, which made for some fun surfer-watching. There was some undertow... More

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Iowa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

The day we were there the surfing competition was on. Good waves clean water and views that are stunning. I will be back to this beach again!!! More

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