As you turn into the gates of Melía Braco Village traveling along the gently winding drive, a soft breeze chases away the tropical heat.

Drawing up to the cobblestone street with its beautiful colonial architecture on either side set into lush foliage, it’s the picture of your fantasy Jamaican vacation, and that’s before you even see the private beaches.

The only way this gets better? Enjoying it with others.

Warm Jamaican hospitality greets you

From the moment your group arrives, you are handed cool drinks in reception, and a feeling settles in.

It’s in the warm smiles that greet you and the strains of traditional Jamaican folk songs playing just outside the door before you’re whisked away along curving garden paths to your tasteful, contemporary-styled rooms, many offering patios that step right onto the beach. 

Traditional Jamaican fun wrapped in an all-inclusive stay

But it’s worth it to tear yourself away from the understated luxury of your room to join each other in enjoying all this amazing property has on offer; lazing on the beach or poolside with a tropical cocktail in hand, learning to play Jamaican staples like ludo and dominoes while nearby a trivia game is punctuated with the sound of kids’ laughter.

It is possible to get even more relaxed by heading to the spa but, if you want to work up an appetite, a ton of water sports and a nice game of beach volleyball are ready and waiting.

Dining options

When lunchtime rolls around gather for the buffet, with a choice for everyone from healthy, light fare to sumptuous entrees and decadent desserts, or choose the grill with Jamaican favorites.

And that’s just for the midday meal.

At night, the bars and various specialty restaurants allow you to pick and choose according to your mood – you can relax with the kids in the casual setting of the Rasta Pasta Italian Jamaican spot, be adventurous with Asian Fusion (ever tried teppanyaki?) or celebrate a special occasion at the Steakhouse, 876 Prime.

Like perhaps, a wedding?

Destination weddings at Melia Braco

Saying ‘I Do’ at Melía Braco is about more than the ceremony. 

With only a maximum of two weddings per day across the entire property, the on-site romance specialist is dedicated to your special day, as is a stunning stand-alone bridal suite for the bride to party in with friends before the day or just a place to relax, catch her breath and get ready for the big moment.


 

Accommodation for the bridal party

The bridal suite sits on a luxury private section of Melía Braco which offers a whole new ‘Level’ to the all-inclusive resort.

The Level is the perfect solution if your family is along for the big day.

You’re free to join them anytime while still having that ‘we’re alone on Cloud 9’ feeling.

Accommodation for corporate groups

However, if your group is there for a meeting, corporate retreat, or conference, the packages offer classic spaces with evocative names like the Hanover room, or a customizable clear structure offering views of the expansive lawns.

Then, for the perfect team-building break, the on-property ‘Adventure Park’ awaits, with obstacle courses, off-road bikes, giant trampolines, a zipline, and more.

Jamaican Street Party

Sometimes though, it’s simply about family, friends, and togetherness.

And nothing brings people together more than good food and good music, the spirit of which is embodied in the popular weekly Jamaican Street Party.

The excitement builds every Friday night as the village center is transformed into an authentic Jamaican street experience inclusive of food, craft vendors, and more, bringing the heart of the island’s culture to Melía Braco.

As night falls, guests dine around the fountain, partaking of Jamaican dishes like peppered shrimp, traditional jerk pork, and treats from the cart, like peanuts or sweet sugar cane, all while staff entertains with stick dancing, fire eaters, song and dance.

The party goes on into the night long after the food is finished, with old friends and new, and the growing realization that you’ve discovered your home away from home. 

by  Deanne Allgrove


For more information or to book, visit the website or call 0808 234 1953.