Step into Jamaica with a private transfer from Montego Bay airport — cold Red Stripe in hand, reggae playing softly, and a local driver who makes you feel at home before you reach your hotel. It’s those first easy moments that set the tone for your trip.
It’s funny how the airport noise just drops away the second you step outside in Montego Bay — one minute it’s baggage carousels and announcements, then suddenly you’re blinking in the sun and someone’s waving a little sign with your name. Our driver, Andre, grinned like he’d known us for years. He handed me an ice-cold Red Stripe before I’d even sat down (I’m not usually a beer person but honestly, it hit different after that flight).
The van was spotless and cool — not that freezing kind of AC, just enough to take the edge off the sticky air. I kept catching bits of reggae on the radio between Andre’s stories about growing up near Falmouth. He asked what music we liked and actually played it (I tried to request something in patois — he laughed so hard I nearly spilled my drink). The drive from Montego Bay airport to Excellence felt quick, maybe 40 minutes? Hard to tell when you’re half-watching palm trees blur by and half-trying to text home using the free WiFi.
I didn’t expect to feel so… looked after? There was bottled water if you wanted it, and Andre made sure we had everything sorted for check-in at Royalton before we even pulled up. It’s a small thing but having someone local just chat with you about where to get real jerk chicken or which beach isn’t packed with cruise crowds — that sticks with me more than any fancy lobby. The ride ended too soon, honestly.
Usually around 35–45 minutes depending on traffic and your exact hotel location.
Yes, there’s free WiFi on board for all passengers.
You’ll be offered complimentary bottled water or a Red Stripe beer during the ride.
Yes, infants can ride in prams or strollers; specialized infant seats are available if needed.
Pickup at Montego Bay airport is included; your driver will meet you outside arrivals.
Your journey includes private transportation from Montego Bay airport with pickup right outside arrivals, complimentary bottled water or Red Stripe beer, comfortable air conditioning throughout the ride, free onboard WiFi so you can message family or friends instantly, and a friendly local driver who’ll help with luggage and share tips along the way before dropping you at your hotel in Trelawny.
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