Travel to Jamaica
In order to attend and register for the trip, you must have a current passport or proof that you have applied for a passport. If you have a passport, make sure it is still valid!
Passports
U.S. Citizens: You must have a valid passport. Without a valid passport, (which must match exactly with the name on your airline ticket) you will not be permitted to board your flight.For more information on passports (applications, renewals or adding pages), U.S. citizens may contact their local post office or visit the U.S. Department of State web site at www.travel.state.gov at your leisure.
If this is the first time you are applying for a passport, you must have a certified copy of your birth certificate. It must have the official raised seal of the city, county or state where issued or printed on security paper with a watermark. If you do not have a “certified” birth certificate copy, telephone the government records center of the state where you were born for instructions on how to obtain one. Birth certificates are also available online for most states for a fee.
Many countries require sufficient space in your passport for immigration officials to validate your arrival and departure with a stamp. Having two blank pages in your passport at all times is recommended.
Costs associated with getting your passport will be at your expense.
It is your sole responsibility to identify and obtain all required travel documents and have them available when necessary. No compensation will be given to individuals who fail to bring proper documentation.
Note: If your passport expires within six months after your travels, you must renew your passport prior to your trip.
Important Travel Information
Please have the following documents ready upon your arrival:- Valid passport that must be valid at least (6) months following the travel dates
- Immigration form (provided by airline staff)
- Customs declaration form (provided by airline staff)
Once through Immigration, you will go to the Baggage Hall to claim your luggage. You will then proceed to the Customs Hall. After passing through Customs, you will need to visit the Hyatt Lounge and airport agents will assist with your transportation to the resort.
If your luggage is lost, stay in the airport terminal near the baggage claim carousels. DO NOT pass through customs. Fill out a lost luggage report with your airline. You must receive a print out with a phone number and report/claim number. Once at the resort, the hospitality staff will assist you in calling to check on the status of your luggage.
Air Travel
When you register, you will have the opportunity to enter your preferred flight details. We will do everything possible to accommodate your requests. Once registered, your itinerary will be emailed to you for your review and approval. We will not book your flights without your written approval in an email. Make sure to double-check the spelling on both itineraries and make sure it matches your passports.All airline tickets are non-transferable. If there are any changes to your guest after tickets have been booked, any fees incurred with purchasing a new ticket will be the responsibility of the attendee. Please contact the RAC Benefits Plus Hospitality Team if you have any guest changes.
Currency
The currency in Jamaica is the Jamaican Dollar, but U.S. dollars are welcome in most places. Please visit www.xe.com for the most current rate.Electricity
The electricity standard is 120 volt AC, the same as in the U.S.Time Zone
Jamaica is in the Eastern Time Zone.Jamaica - 12:00pm (Noon)
New York (Eastern) - 12:00pm (Noon)
Dallas (Central) - 11:00am
Denver (Mountain) - 10:00am
Los Angeles (Pacific) - 9:00am
