There’s nothing quite as nice as dropping the car window and feeling the cool, salty breeze on your skin while you’re driving beside the sea. Pack some yummy sandwiches and spend a few hours relaxing near the water at one of the magnificent beaches near Saint Andrew. Picturesque options include:

• Lime Cay Beach (10 miles away).
• Fort Clarence Beach (13 miles away).
• Hellshire Beach (14 miles away).

Situated 6 miles from Saint Andrew, Jamaica Conference Center is a terrific place to go for a conference. After a tiring day of mingling and getting to know new faces, you’ll be able to drive out to a nearby café or go for a relaxing spin around the area.

There’s loads of choice when it comes to rental cars in Saint Andrew. From sporty models with all the mod cons to zippy little compacts that make parking a breeze, you’ll find it all here. Deciding on your perfect match depends on your budget and what you intend to do. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures don’t need much more than four wheels and a gas pedal. Which will it be this time?

Speed limits typically range from 50km/h to 110km/h in Saint Andrew and are heavily enforced. Residential streets usually have a maximum speed of 50km/h, unless indicated otherwise.

Normally your chosen car rental company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local taxes and surcharges. Or they may supply your contact details to the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then issue a fine to your postal address.

If you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, it’s fine to use your phone while cruising in your car around Saint Andrew. But be sure to keep concentrating on the road.

In Saint Andrew, it is an offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) in excess of 0.03%. If you plan to have a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, it’s a good idea to leave the car at your hotel.

Turning on a red light isn’t permitted in Saint Andrew. Always be on the alert for traffic lights and signs so you don’t breach any road rules.

Although there are a small number of exceptions, seat belts are mandatory in Jamaica.