We aren't just going to Jamaica — we're going during one of the most exciting and meaningful times of the year!
Every August 6, Jamaica celebrates its independence, marking the day in 1962 when the island became an independent nation after more than 300 years of British colonial rule.
And Jamaica knows how to celebrate! 🔥 Independence season brings the island alive with music, culture, Jamaican pride, food, dancing, events and plenty of black, green and gold.
For us, it's the perfect time to experience more than the beach and the resort. We get to enjoy Jamaica while the island is celebrating!
So, pack your black, green & gold and get ready — the Jungle is taking over!

You’ve seen the resort. You’ve caught the vibe. Now it’s time to secure your room and join us!
We’re taking the Jungle from Chew & Locust → Montego Bay for an unforgettable Adults-Only, All-Inclusive Jamaican getaway!🔥
Your package includes:
🏨 RIU Palace Jamaica
Adults-Only, All-Inclusive accommodations in Montego Bay.
🍽️ All-Inclusive Resort Experience
Meals, snacks, beverages and included resort amenities during your stay.
🚐 Roundtrip Airport Transfers
Transportation between Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) and RIU Palace Jamaica is included.
💰 Taxes & Package Fees
Your quoted package price includes applicable taxes and package fees included by the supplier at the time of booking.
Airfare is not currently included. Flights may be added later when schedules become available.
Also not included are personal purchases, gratuities for drivers or other service providers, optional excursions or activities, and anything not specifically identified as included in your package.
Your booking form alone does not secure your room. Rates and availability are subject to change until your reservation is confirmed and the required deposit has been successfully processed. Vacation Express also advises that pricing and space are not guaranteed until a reservation is secured with payment.
For your protection and ours, vacation package payments are processed directly to the travel supplier using an authorized credit or debit card.
G.I.G.I. Travel LLC does not collect cash, Zelle, Cash App or other person-to-person payments to hold and later forward to the travel supplier.
Each traveler may authorize their own card for their portion of the reservation, or an authorized cardholder may pay on behalf of another traveler.
Vacation Express requires travel agents to obtain proper cardholder authorization when processing client card payments.
Everyone sharing the room must be deposit-ready at the time of booking.
For double and triple occupancy, all travelers must be ready to submit their required deposit before the room is secured.
Want to pay separately after your initial deposits are made? Indicate on the booking form that you would like separate invoices/payment requests. This allows each traveler to manage their individual payments while remaining together on the same room reservation.
**Please choose your roommate carefully. Changes to the number of guests in a room may change the package price, and Vacation Express advises that occupancy changes can result in repricing at the current available rate.
Flights are not yet available for our travel dates, but you don't have to wait to secure your room!
You may reserve your room now and add airfare later once flight schedules become available.
When flights open, information regarding available flight options and adding airfare to your package will be shared.
Once your flight arrangements are confirmed, you'll need to provide your flight information so your roundtrip airport transportation can be coordinated.
Your package includes transportation:
MBJ Airport → RIU Palace Jamaica 🌴
RIU Palace Jamaica → MBJ Airport ✈️
Gratuities for your transportation driver are not included.
As the Jungle Takes Jamaica itinerary develops, optional group excursions, activities and experiences may be added.
Details, pricing and booking information will be shared with the group as plans are finalized.
Participation is completely optional, and excursion/activity costs are not included in your current package price unless specifically stated otherwise.
So secure the vacation first—we'll add some extra Jamaica to it later.
Life happens. Plans change. That's exactly why travel protection matters.
Please book with the intention of traveling.
Without applicable vacation protection, Vacation Express cancellation fees and any applicable hotel or feature penalties may apply.
For hotel-only reservations, Vacation Express currently lists its cancellation fee as:
3 or more days before departure: $25 per room, plus applicable hotel/feature penalties.
2–0 days before departure: $50 per room, plus applicable hotel/feature penalties.
Changes to passenger information, occupancy, travel dates, room category or other reservation details may also result in fees and/or repricing at the current available rate.
Important: Supplier and hotel penalties may be in addition to the Vacation Express fees shown above. Your applicable booking terms and protection plan will determine the actual amount eligible for refund, voucher or forfeiture if you cancel.
Vacation Express' complete Terms & Conditions become part of the traveler's contract when a Vacation Express reservation is made.
This is an international vacation, so make sure your travel documents are in order.
Vacation Express currently advises that U.S. citizens traveling internationally must carry a valid U.S. passport and that passport cards are not valid for air travel to the Caribbean. Travelers are responsible for verifying and obtaining the documentation required for their particular itinerary.
The name on your reservation should match your government-issued travel documents.
Non-U.S. citizens should verify the entry and re-entry requirements applicable to their citizenship and residency status.
Please have the following ready:

Before submitting your reservation, you will be asked to acknowledge that you have reviewed the trip information, pricing, deposit and final-payment requirements, cancellation terms and available vacation protection options.
You also acknowledge that rates and availability are subject to change until your reservation has been confirmed and the required deposit has been successfully processed.
Submitting your booking request indicates your intent to reserve. Your reservation is not confirmed until your required payment has been successfully processed and confirmation has been issued.


This suite cozy Junior Suite features 1 king size bed, a living room area with sofa, a coffee maker and mini-bar, satellite flat-screen TV and private balcony with a lush view of the resort gardens.

Is there anything better than waking up to views of the sea? Don't miss out on a one-of-a-kind experience in these spacious and bright rooms with one king-sized bed and a welcoming balcony or terrace with an ocean view.



Discover the exclusive Elite Club by RIU service in this spacious room where you’ll have an unforgettable vacation in Jamaica. Each room has a king size bed, hydromassage tub, integrated lounge area with sofa, minibar with snacks and a bottle of wine, premium drink dispenser, aromatherapy, coffee maker, safe, and a balcony or terrace with a relaxing Jacuzzi and incredible sea views.
Exclusive services for the guests staying in Elite Club by RIU rooms include:
Premium room locations
Specialty restaurant reservations via the RIU app
Premium drinks at select hotel bars
Premium drink dispenser in the room
Minibar with snacks and a bottle of wine
Enhanced room service with a variety of options from specialty restaurants
Early check-in and late check-out until 1PM (subject to availability)
Welcome gift
Priority access at reception
Distinctive wristband
Aromatherapy in the room
Restaurant exclusively serving breakfast with an à la carte menu
Exclusive specialty restaurant
Exclusive areas on beach and at pool with a bar
THIS PLAN MAY BE ADDED BY THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE
Protect your vacation investment and give yourself added flexibility if your plans change. VPP allows you to cancel your vacation for any reason and receive the eligible value back as a Vacation Express future travel voucher. VPP must be added by the final payment due date. Once purchased, the cost of the plan is non-refundable.
✨ Cancel for Any Reason — Cancel within the required timeframe and receive eligible cancellation charges back in the form of a Vacation Express future travel voucher, less the cost of the protection plan and other applicable non-covered fees. This is not a cash refund.
🎟️ Travel Later — Your voucher is issued in the original traveler's name and can be used toward another Vacation Express vacation. You must rebook and complete travel within one year of your original travel date. Vouchers are non-transferable.
🔄 One-Time Change Fee Waiver — VPP includes a one-time waiver of the Vacation Express change fee, per person, when eligible changes are made before final payment.
💰 Price Drop Guarantee — If the price of your eligible land/hotel portion drops before final payment, VPP allows one qualifying price adjustment per room. All travelers in the room must have purchased protection, and the same eligible package components must be available through Vacation Express.
🌴 Protection While Traveling — VPP also includes certain post-departure benefits for situations such as trip interruption or delay, emergency medical expenses/evacuation, baggage issues and 24/7 worldwide travel assistance. Coverage limits, terms and exclusions apply.
⚠️ Important: VPP is not available with non-refundable hotel rates and may not be available with certain hotels, room categories or contracted groups. Other restrictions and exclusions may apply.
Travel protection is optional but strongly recommended. Please review the complete Vacation Express plan terms and coverage details before purchasing.
THIS PLAN MUST BE ADDED WITHIN 7 DAYS OF YOUR DEPOSIT OR BY THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE — WHICHEVER COMES FIRST
Want the added flexibility of getting your money back instead of a future travel voucher? VPP+ allows you to cancel your vacation for any reason and receive the eligible package amount back to your original form of payment. Once purchased, the cost of VPP+ is non-refundable.
💳 Cancel for Any Reason + Money Back — Cancel within the required timeframe and receive the eligible package price back to your original form of payment, less the cost of VPP+ and other applicable non-covered fees.
🔄 One-Time Change Fee Waiver — VPP+ includes a one-time waiver of the Vacation Express change fee, per person, for eligible changes made before final payment. Airline change fees and certain other charges are not included.
💰 Price Drop Guarantee — If the price of your eligible land/hotel portion drops before final payment, VPP+ allows one qualifying price adjustment per room. All travelers in the room must have protection, and the same eligible package components must still be available through Vacation Express. Airfare is not eligible for the price adjustment.
🌴 Protection While Traveling — VPP+ also includes certain post-departure benefits for trip interruption or delay, missed connections, emergency medical expenses/evacuation, baggage issues and 24/7 worldwide travel assistance. Coverage limits, terms and exclusions apply.
⚠️ Important: VPP+ is not available with non-refundable hotel rates and may not be available with certain hotels, room categories or contracted groups. Other restrictions and exclusions may apply.
Travel protection is optional but strongly recommended. Please review the complete Vacation Express plan terms and coverage details before purchasing.