Surf: Boston Beach is Jamaica’s first recognized surf spot, offering white sand beach, crystal clear water and its notorious spicy Jerk chicken or pork, which always draws a small crowd of locals, expats and tourists. Lefts wedge off the outside rock or there’s a fat right on the other side of the tight, wind protected bay. Less consistent than Long Bay and perfect for beginners in the usual chest-high soft breakers. Environment: Only hazard is the mouth-burnin' chicken! Surf: General: Boston Bay in Portland is a picturesque cliff cove with a reef in the middle of the entrance, which kicks a left on one side and a right on the other. Sometimes it will even send a nice A-frame right down the center. Tides: Any depending on size Size: Chest high to 3' overhead Wind: S Swell: NE Bottom: reef Paddling: Easy overall but can get challenging on hurricane swells. Spot Rating: Less consistent than Long Bay and perfect for beginners in the usual chest-high soft breakers. Access: Park right there. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Can get busy. Local Vibe: Mellow. Environment: Nice Caribbean water. Hazards: Watch reef. Season: November-March, August-September