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Ready for a Cannabis-Infused Vacation? Book Your Next Trip to Jamaica!

Written By Elana Cohen


Photos Courtesy of Elana Cohen


As cannabis becomes more accepted across the globe, more consumers are looking to enjoy the plant during their travels. If you’re a cannabis connoisseur pining to escape and indulge in the plant surrounded by glorious views, abundant wildlife, and rich culture, Jamaica is the destination you’re searching for. Planning a wellness retreat? Maybe a destination wedding? Even if you’re simply looking to book a week of relaxation, here’s why you need to take your next cannabis-friendly trip to Jamaica. 

A Tropical Paradise for All

Situated in the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, Jamaica is a tropical paradise perfect for cannabis tourists of all shapes and sizes. Visitors to this peaceful island nation enjoy picturesque landscapes dotted with kaleidoscopic flowers, beautiful birds, cascading waterfalls, blue lagoons, and bountiful gardens. 

Jamaica boasts plenty of cannabis-friendly options for guests searching for a retreat. Such options include hideaways like Coral Cove Wellness Resort. Coral Cove is a coastal resort with a rustic flare. The wellness resort incorporates centuries-old holistic practices that encourage guests to participate in health-centered techniques within the resort and across Jamaica. The resort is operated by Dr. Adam Abodeely, an oncologist who opted to scale back his practice to spread wellness practices far and wide. There, visitors can find themselves at integrative health workshops guided by licensed medical professionals devoted to helping guests to learn something new while they rest and recharge. 

Follow the Beat of the Drum

While cannabis consumers can enjoy the healing nature of Jamaica, they can also dance and immerse themselves in the delightful music. The birthplace of reggae, musicians across Jamaica offer up soothing beats and opportunities for visitors to connect with the island’s rich culture. Reggae has the power to inform about the struggles locals have faced and efforts for unification. Reggae and cannabis also have a powerful connection through the Rastafari religious movement. Practitioners of the Rastafari religion use cannabis as a sacrament and medicine. Reggae is credited as a vehicle of expression, communicating the beliefs and values of Jamaican culture. 

Explore Jamaica’s Rich Biodiversity Through Cannabis

If you’re a cannabis consumer, you know that edibles are pretty special. Now, cannabis-infused dining is taking off in a big way, and Jamaica is the perfect place to do it. With its rich biodiversity, Jamaica supplies fruitful sources of nutrients for inhabitants of all species. Guests can celebrate this magnificent feat directly, as a flavorsome cannabis recipe. Resorts like Coral Cove offer fresh farm-to-table recipes that pay homage to the country’s cuisine and respect for the cannabis plant. Guests can pick their own herbs from the vegetable garden and indulge in infused plates that honor the natural world and delectable flavors of the Caribbean. 

Healing the Soul with Cannabis

When in Jamaica, cannabis-friendly resorts envelop consumers in a safe, relaxing atmosphere to appreciate the cannabis plant. But if you’ve been following along, you’ll recognize that cannabis-friendly trips aren’t all about the bud. There’s also something to be said about healing the body and mind. During cannabis-friendly vacations in Jamaica, guests can customize their trips to find delight in other excursions across the island. They can combine wellness, meditation, and spiritual guidance, or recover with healing herbal medicines and cannabis spa rituals. 

What Else Does Jamaica Offer?

As an island nation, Jamaica also offers numerous water activities like snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, rafting, boat tours, and cave tours. Folks can also enjoy activities like a Smoking Chalice Ceremony, at select resorts like Coral Cove. There are also expeditions such as Zimbali Farm Hike Cooking Show or Blue Hole Mineral Spring.

Cannabis is here to stay, and consumers are ready to incorporate it into their next stay. If you’re looking for a cozy, cannabis-friendly vacation spot for your next getaway, book your next journey to Jamaica.