{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/jamaica/port-antonio","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:07:55.512Z","place":{"city":"Port Antonio","country":"Jamaica","countryCode":"JM","lat":18.17889,"lon":-76.45215},"safety":{"score":65,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":65,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":65,"travellerSentiment":{"score":65,"label":"Cautiously Optimistic","summary":"While some reports indicate Jamaica's tourism sector is resilient post-hurricane, official advisories and crime statistics suggest a need for caution among travelers.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":60,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":58,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Antonio due to elevated crime rates and the lingering effects of Hurricane Melissa.","summary":"Port Antonio, while a smaller tourist destination, shares Jamaica's overall safety concerns, particularly regarding violent crime. Visitors should be aware of their surroundings and take precautions, especially after dark. The island is still recovering from Hurricane Melissa, which may impact infrastructure and local conditions.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific incidents in Port Antonio are not detailed, Jamaica as a whole has a high homicide rate, and robbery is a concern, particularly in tourist areas and when using taxis."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded areas, markets, and on public transport."},"safeAreas":["San San Beach Area","Frenchman's Cove Area"],"avoidAreas":["Areas with high concentrations of nightlife after dark due to increased risk of petty crime."],"scams":["Overcharging for taxis or tours.","Distraction theft, where one person distracts you while another attempts to steal your belongings."],"zones":[{"name":"Downtown Port Antonio","level":"caution","note":"Higher crime rates, be aware of surroundings, avoid after dark."},{"name":"West Street","level":"caution","note":"Known for some petty crime and potential for scams, stay alert."},{"name":"East Street","level":"caution","note":"Similar to Downtown, exercise caution and be aware of your surroundings."},{"name":"San San Beach Area","level":"safe","note":"Generally safe, popular tourist spot, but usual precautions apply."},{"name":"Frenchman's Cove Area","level":"safe","note":"Tourist-oriented and typically safe, but be mindful of personal belongings."},{"name":"Trinidad","level":"caution","note":"Residential area with some reports of petty crime; exercise vigilance."}]}}