Marion - Did I make a mistake?
Dec 14th, 2006, 07:53 AM
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Marion - Did I make a mistake?
Marion- I have read your wonderful reports on Jamaica Inn, and I am surprising my hubby on Christmas morning w/ a Feb '07 trip to JI. I reserved everything yesterday. Then I read an old Fodors book last night from '02 saying that jackets are required for men after 7:00 pm during high season. OH NO!!! Is this still accurate? If so, are their other restaurants close by? The website does not say much about the restaurant. My DH is one of those guys that does not like long pants and jackets while on vaca. Thanks so much!
Dec 14th, 2006, 08:34 AM
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What a lovely surprise for your husband !
I visited JI in the off-season, where collarded shirts were required for the men. Fortunately I just need to dress myself ;-)
My advice would be to give JI a call and clarify current dress requirements.
As you know, JI has been a family owned business for many years, and some of their devoted clientele like things the way they used to be ;-)
I'd like to think they realize that a younger market may mean some changes in dress codes.
Give them a call
And then let us all know the response.
Marion
I visited JI in the off-season, where collarded shirts were required for the men. Fortunately I just need to dress myself ;-)
My advice would be to give JI a call and clarify current dress requirements.
As you know, JI has been a family owned business for many years, and some of their devoted clientele like things the way they used to be ;-)
I'd like to think they realize that a younger market may mean some changes in dress codes.
Give them a call
And then let us all know the response.Marion
Dec 14th, 2006, 09:45 AM
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Well, sure enough, you are right about old traditions! I called and there is still a dress code during high season. Collared shirts, dress pants and jackets are required for men. Close- toed shoes are required for women. Oh dear, this will not do- but I REALLY want to go!! They told me there are several other places to eat nearby about 5 minutes away at the Town Center. We could also eat in our room, but I am throwing a jacket and long pants into the suitcase anyway. He can manage for one night out of the 4 we will be there. Thanks again! I am counting the days~
Dec 14th, 2006, 10:00 AM
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bankbabe, I hope you and your DH will have a marvelous time. Though I wouldn't want to wear a jacket in the Caribbean, I would certainly be willing to do so for a special dinner at Jamaica Inn. He shouldn't put up too much of a fuss for just one night. Eat there early in the trip, just in case he realizes it's not so bad and wants to dine there again before you leave! 
Dec 14th, 2006, 10:12 AM
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I am truly disappointed to hear that JI has not seen the light !
I do believe that it would be hard to enforce "closed toe shoes" for women ! Do the even make those anymore ;-)
It is a romantic and wonderful place and I know you will enjoy it.
I don't want to see shorts and t-shirts at dinner....but surely there is a compromise somewhere.
I know that some senior staff at JI read this board....maybe someone will realize that a wee bit of change in policy can be a good thing
Martha....I mean Marion
I do believe that it would be hard to enforce "closed toe shoes" for women ! Do the even make those anymore ;-)
It is a romantic and wonderful place and I know you will enjoy it.
I don't want to see shorts and t-shirts at dinner....but surely there is a compromise somewhere.
I know that some senior staff at JI read this board....maybe someone will realize that a wee bit of change in policy can be a good thing
Martha....I mean Marion
Dec 14th, 2006, 10:39 AM
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Well! I agree with Marion and am certainly glad that we visited in the low season when standards are obviously allowed to lapse. No jackets required
All my dress sandals are open toed and I wore them every evening with no complaints, then again a couple of younger ladies were wearing flipflops :-S
One gentlemen did decided to wear sneakers with his dress pants - this did get some looks but mainly from the regular guests - I assume the staff didn't say anything since he wore them every night.
All my dress sandals are open toed and I wore them every evening with no complaints, then again a couple of younger ladies were wearing flipflops :-S
One gentlemen did decided to wear sneakers with his dress pants - this did get some looks but mainly from the regular guests - I assume the staff didn't say anything since he wore them every night.
Dec 14th, 2006, 08:49 PM
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JAGirl....
So nice to see you posting again !
How I wish there could be spell check here.
I know a shirt with a collar is expected, but I think I spelled that incorrectly ;-)
As to shoes, it might be closed toe/toes ? As far as the open back of the shoe, I don't have a clue. I prefer bare feet. And I was actually allowed to do that at JI, after being bitten by a *forty legs* who had taken residence in my open toe/backless sandals
Marion
So nice to see you posting again !
How I wish there could be spell check here.
I know a shirt with a collar is expected, but I think I spelled that incorrectly ;-)
As to shoes, it might be closed toe/toes ? As far as the open back of the shoe, I don't have a clue. I prefer bare feet. And I was actually allowed to do that at JI, after being bitten by a *forty legs* who had taken residence in my open toe/backless sandals
Marion
Dec 15th, 2006, 06:43 AM
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I didn't ask if they could be closed toe/open back, but I am planning on bringing that type instead of pumps. It is the tropics, after all. Now I am worried about the no tvs in the room b/c its NCAA basketball season. Oh well, not too much though because I know he will love it. We've been to Ocean Club in Bahamas and Ritz in STT. This will be our first trip to Jamaica.
Dec 16th, 2006, 07:22 AM
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It's been fun reading this thread. I think it's so romantic stepping into a by-gone era when going to dinner commanded a certain level of reverence. I can't think of one place on STJ where I wouldn't get eye-brow raised looks if I wore a fancy cocktail dress and pumps. Even at Caneel Bay. Folks would wonder what the special occasion is.
Dec 17th, 2006, 11:40 AM
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My husband and I stayed at the five star Royal Plantation next door, 5 minutes cab ride or less..So you could try two of the restaurants there out of three do not require a jacket...The one that requred a jacket, most men took off and had on the back of the chairs, which Im sure you can do at JI..We did eat at JI one night, and I wore dressy open toe, open back shoes..Im sure that is fine, dont worry..As long as you are a little dressy, they wont be picky
Dec 19th, 2006, 08:05 AM
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We just returned from JI and were there 12/2-12/7. My husband wore summer weight pants - either light gray or black and a polo shirt/button down shirt each evening and regular shoes. I wore either a sundress or pants with a sleeveless top (it was hot) and open toed shoes every night.
There were a few men with jackets, but most did not wear them. I did not notice the shoes on the women (sorry!).
Hope this helps.
There were a few men with jackets, but most did not wear them. I did not notice the shoes on the women (sorry!).
Hope this helps.
Jan 11th, 2007, 03:56 PM
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bankbabe-
My husband and I just returned from JI last night (stayed there for 4 nights).
I don't think they REQUIRE jackets, my huband just wore a collard shirt and a dress pants. I even noticed some of the guests wearing shorts(with a polo shirt). Maybe it's different during high season, but as long as you dress "casual elegance" I don't think they'll mind. They had a BBQ (buffet) and a bonfire one night, it was pretty interesting. Please feel free to ask me any questions.
My husband and I just returned from JI last night (stayed there for 4 nights).
I don't think they REQUIRE jackets, my huband just wore a collard shirt and a dress pants. I even noticed some of the guests wearing shorts(with a polo shirt). Maybe it's different during high season, but as long as you dress "casual elegance" I don't think they'll mind. They had a BBQ (buffet) and a bonfire one night, it was pretty interesting. Please feel free to ask me any questions.
Jan 12th, 2007, 04:02 AM
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Thanks to all for your responses. Needless to say, he was shocked Christmas morning, and cannot wait. He usually wears collared silk shits and nice linen shorts anyway when dining on vacation, but he said he would bring a jacket and long pants for one night. One more question - Did you notice any yoga classes while there? It's briefly mentioned in the Spa section of the website. We just can't wait until Feb 15th! Happy Friday everyone!
Jan 14th, 2007, 06:53 PM
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bankbabe,
it's such a wonderful surprise for your husband. And I am SURE you won't be disappointed by choosing Jamaica Inn. If you would like, I can send you a photo (I don't know how to post up a picture here) from our trip last week. I saved an album on kodakgallery.com.
Anyways,
I do remember the concierge telling me that there is a Yoga class that's offered, but my husband and I never attended.
We did get a spa treatment at the Kiyara Spa. My husband had a Holistic Massage treatment and I had a Pina Colada scrub. It was heavenly.
They don't have any price listings on the website. I managed to take a copy of the price list. It seemed like they didn't have EVERY options available and the traffic at the spa wasn't heavy. We managed to make an appointment for THAT day afternoon.
The staff at the spa are excellent and professional. I loved it.
it's such a wonderful surprise for your husband. And I am SURE you won't be disappointed by choosing Jamaica Inn. If you would like, I can send you a photo (I don't know how to post up a picture here) from our trip last week. I saved an album on kodakgallery.com.
Anyways,
I do remember the concierge telling me that there is a Yoga class that's offered, but my husband and I never attended.
We did get a spa treatment at the Kiyara Spa. My husband had a Holistic Massage treatment and I had a Pina Colada scrub. It was heavenly.
They don't have any price listings on the website. I managed to take a copy of the price list. It seemed like they didn't have EVERY options available and the traffic at the spa wasn't heavy. We managed to make an appointment for THAT day afternoon.
The staff at the spa are excellent and professional. I loved it.
Jan 17th, 2007, 06:35 PM
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Soybeenie- At Jamaica Inn, would you recommend the meal plan that includes lunch and beverages for $30 more p/p per day (we don't drink much wine but we will have coffee everyday at breakfast, after dinner)? We just booked today (Mom and daughter)! We are so looking forward to sun and relaxing!
Jan 18th, 2007, 07:24 AM
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cocolebon,
My husband and I did All-inclusive plan and it was well worth it.
It's nice to have your lunch by the ocean, they bring it to you while you're out sunbathing. And they always walk around, to take your drink orders. You can always walk up to the bar (in the middle of the beach) and get your own drinks if you wish.
We had free drinks by the glass which was included in AI. I'm not much of a drinker..mostly I had coffee/tea in the morning, fruit punch (yum~) and other fruit drinks during the day, and a glass of wine and more fruit punch at night.
I probably drank at least 30 fruit punch/fruit drinks while I was there. haha.
Does the meal plan include free drinks by the glass for breakfast/lunch and dinner? or is it just for lunch? If it is free, I recommend that you take the meal plan.
The weather there is absolutely gorgeous. Sometimes it would rain for 2 minutes and then sunny again.
I am back in NYC, back to reality.
Have FUN cocolebon!
My husband and I did All-inclusive plan and it was well worth it.
It's nice to have your lunch by the ocean, they bring it to you while you're out sunbathing. And they always walk around, to take your drink orders. You can always walk up to the bar (in the middle of the beach) and get your own drinks if you wish.
We had free drinks by the glass which was included in AI. I'm not much of a drinker..mostly I had coffee/tea in the morning, fruit punch (yum~) and other fruit drinks during the day, and a glass of wine and more fruit punch at night.
I probably drank at least 30 fruit punch/fruit drinks while I was there. haha.
Does the meal plan include free drinks by the glass for breakfast/lunch and dinner? or is it just for lunch? If it is free, I recommend that you take the meal plan.
The weather there is absolutely gorgeous. Sometimes it would rain for 2 minutes and then sunny again.
I am back in NYC, back to reality.
Have FUN cocolebon!
