Sports & Recreation

Located on the eastern side of Kingston Harbor next to Norman Manley International Airport beside the Caribbean Maritime Institute, the Royal Jamaica Yacht Club holds regular regattas: Spring Regatta around the second week in February, RJYC Globe Fishing tournament in March, and Independence Regatta at the end of July or early August. Yachters arriving to Jamaica from overseas should clear customs in Port Royal before seeking a slip at the yacht club. You can also come directly to the club, which can contact customs and immigration.

Tennis Jamaica (6 a.m.–6 p.m. daily), formerly the Jamaica Lawn Tennis Association (JLTA), has courts and coaches and can set up partners. Nonmembers pay US$5 per hour 6 a.m.–4 p.m., US$7 per hour 4–6 p.m. Members (US$25/year) pay US$4 per hour 6 a.m.–4 p.m., US$5 per hour 4–6 p.m. The organization holds regular tournaments. To get there, head toward Cross Roads on Half Way Tree Road or Old Hope Road, turn onto Caledonia Avenue at the light and then take a right onto Marescaux Road.

 Why Not Fishing Charters Local anglers go out to the California Banks about 16 kilometers offshore from Port Royal. Nigel Black operates out of Morgan's Harbour Marina.

Other fishing expeditions can be arranged by inquiring with Anthony DuCasse at DuRae's Boat Sales , the best powerboat parts supplier on the island, in business since 1966, or at E & S Fishing Supplies (Harbour View Shopping Centre, tel. 876/928-7910, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Sat.), which sells lines, rods, tackle, and bait.

Kingston's most reputable golf course is Caymanas Golf & Country Club, west of Town. Designed by Canadian architect Howard Watson in 1958, the course features elevated greens with lush fairways cut through limestone hills. The views from the tees are excellent, with Guango trees providing natural obstacles and occasional shade. Nonmembers pay greens fees of US$50 weekdays, US$55.50 weekends and holidays, plus US$22.50 for a cart. The Hilton offers a US$198-per-night golf package inclusive of green fees and cart.