Our vacation at Rainbow Tree Villa was the best vacation we've ever had. We experienced the "real” Jamaica in real style.
Aman, the Rainbow Tree driver, picked us up at the airport and from that moment until he dropped us off two weeks later, we felt like the most important people in the world.
On the way to RT, Aman took us shopping to get what we needed at all the right places. He knows everyone everywhere you go and is a wealth of knowledge about every square inch of his native country.
Upon stepping out of the van at Rainbow Tree, we were greeted not only by a riot of color from the bougainvillea flowers, but the extraordinary staff — who has been taking care of RT guests for many years. We had fabulous and authentic Jamaican meals, hors d’oevres and cocktails prepared by the wonderful Laura and Jenny. (They also make killer grilled cheese sandwiches and homemade potato chips!). With the utmost discretion and proficiency, they made sure every corner of the villa was sparkling clean, that beds were made every morning, ice cold lemonade was available on the veranda during the day and bedside water pitchers and glasses were filled at night. Laura and Jenny, having grown up in Treasure Beach, embody that warm, gentle and relaxed Jamaican hospitality. They are so friendly and sweet and truly care about you and want your vacation to be perfect.
The house has large and breezy rooms with handsome decor and a photo gallery you will peruse over and again of the beautiful Jamaican people and landscapes. The doors open to the expansive veranda with spectacular views of the Caribbean. You can spend your day there, poolside under the gracious palm umbrellas or on the beach a few steps away. All the while, Laura, Jenny and the rest of the staff are behind the scenes making delicious food and planning for your comfort.
Aman has his own boat and took us on a wonderful boat ride to Floyds Pelican Bar and exploring up the Black River. He knows the best swimming spots and on the way back stopped at a local, riverside eatery for grilled crab. It was a great day. He will take you anywhere you want to go while you are staying there.
You will fall in love with Rainbow Tree and the staff there. We can't wait to go back and would not consider staying anywhere else!