One of the Caribbean's best-preserved historic towns, Falmouth offers a laid-back Jamaican vibe and insights into the nation’s tumultuous colonial past. During the late-18th and early-19th centuries, Falmouth was one of the busiest ports in Jamaica, with nearly 100 plantations manufacturing rum and sugar for export to Britain. A stroll through Falmouth’s historic district reveals superbly maintained Georgian mansions and small wooden houses, some featuring the gingerbread woodwork of their time. Indulge in Jamaica’s spicy jerk cuisine at a variety of food stands and restaurants near the port.