First of all, we're back home in Philly with a serious case of the HEDO-WITHDRAWAL-BLUES. Molly's downstairs eating Ben & Jerry's, but it's not helping! Let us warn you in advance, Jamaica generally, and Hedo in particular, RUINS Y0U FOR THE REST OF LIFE!!!! Nothing else ever seems adequate to scratch that itch! TAKE-OFF: They de-iced the plane in Philly... We had to wait for almost an hour on the runway... Minor on-board computer glitch forced a return to the gate. The Captain said we technically could fly without it, but our safety was primary... This being our 4th trip, we have to say, Air Jamaica Rules!!!! The competency and professionalism are unmatched. (And we've done some around the globe traveling. Arrangements made by Robert at First Travel out of Las Vegas were, as usual, first rate! Arrival in MoBay was bliss, the weather was such a warm relief from the north, and the Jamaica International connecting flight to Negril with Gerald at the helm and me in the co-pilot's seat was magic. An annoying woman from Chicago in the back with Moll, couldn't understand why we didn't want a picture,(too bad her camera didn't "accidentally" fall out into the Caribbean) and she actually cheated the cab-driver who took us from the airstrip to Hedo. (We took care of her share and apologized for the cheesiness of our fellow American with a nice tip) ARRIVAL&CUSTOMS: A breeze... patience and a relaxed attitude are the key... Even though we lost track of the one bag we checked... It was a very minor problem and we found it safe and sound. Carry-on is the way to go if possible. (Just our opinion) HEDO-CHECK-IN: No problem, mon... easy... Go have a drink, relax... Room will be ready in half an hour... And it was! With an upgrade to Ocean-Nude... Being the type who like it very quiet at night, we waited another 30 minutes and got a Garden-Prude... which served us very well. With the partying we did, we needed the sleep! (Bed at 4am was our usual) PHONE-CALL-HOME: Made a $50. deposit at the front-desk, called home on the AT&T card to say we'd arrived safely. Collected the deposit minus three-bucks, and that was it, no more calls necessary the rest of the week. (call usually costs between $20. & $30, worth it for the peace of mind) OTHER COUPLES: We'd made some contacts over Denny's site from the visitor list prior to going, (Denny, you da' man!!!! Thanks) and we were glad we did. K & S from Wisconsin: S had the best tan at the resort and it went great with her blond hair! C & J from Missouri: Never met a man with a cannon before, C, and J, you have "the eyes!" S & G from the UK: We're so happy S landed safely with her parachute. Hope to see you all again. Additionally, M & C from Massachusetts: M, you should've seen your face when Moll said, she'd just have to swallow it! And C, we'll get over to Booby Cay for some fun next trip! L & K from Florida: Watching K's balloons at the water-balloon-toss was inspiring and Moll was very appreciative of L's attention. You guys were lots of fun... Contact prior is a good idea, email, exchange pics... hang-out, dinner-partners, volleyball games, laughs,and all the other stuff... FOOD/SHOWERS/ROOMS/ETC: We generally stick to the simple stuff as far as food... We did try the new Scotch Bonnet Jamaican Restaurant on the veranda by the pool and it was wonderful. Alvin and Cleopatra, the staff who served us, we're top-shelf. We've read complaints from time to time, but we CANNOT understand it. Every time we've gone the food has been great. Ackee with salt-fish, callaloo, the great coffee in the morning... Moll loved the fresh fruit... The fries from Roberts we're wonderful, and the DIRTY BANANAS from Delroy's were out of this world. The room was super-clean, Miss Johnson,who remembered us from previous trips was especially attentive to our every need; plenty of towels, soap, flowers on the pillows, everything one could want, but, who the hell spends any time in the room at Hedo anyway!!!!!??? STAFF: We made friends over the years and it is so pleasant to see friendly faces. Is it our imagination, or does the level of service take on a personal quality? Instead of souvenirs, wee've been able to support a few school-kids of staff and it is a joy to do so. Not one unfriendly face, not one unpleasant incident. I guess a smile gets a smile, eh? ADVENTURES: The time on the nude-beach was so relaxing. The pungent aroma of herb added to the ambience, if we were any more relaxed, they would've had to fly us home in a bucket... The men in the pastel boats on the azure ocean we're not at all bothersome. After all, it would be quite unreasonable to expect a Jamaica without Jamaicans, wouldn't it? The weather was in the 80's and sunny... The sunsets from the nude-beach were truly spectacular. We ended each day in awe. One afternoon we had the typical 20 minute tropical shower and it was sweet to smell and to see. We spent it in the hot-tub. Moll has what you might call a voluptuous figure and she attracted the attention of a few men, married and otherwise... The attention did us all good. She got out of the hot-tub very wet... But, one does get wet in a hot-tub, naturally. One European fellow drifted a little too close. He asked, "Is it true that single men are sometimes lucky enough to spend the night with a couple?" I asked if he'd ever heard of or visited Denny's Site. He said, no. I asked if he was familiar with the terms Vinnie or Wally. He said, no. So, I very politely and carefully explained them to him. He was also polite and receptive. He thanked me for the information and said, "I think I've been acting like a 'Vally,' please excuse me." I recommended he wait to be invited. He said, thanks. We both laughed, and he left... A little humour, a soft answer, and not acting like a powerless, threatened victim when some guy approaches goes a long way to avoiding trouble. The nights at Veronica's and the Disco,PJ-night, Toga,and Topless-night, (Moll's 34dd)we're further evidence that if Hedo doesn't enhance you're sex-life, check your pulse and the coming attractions at your local funeral-directors. (Your picture's probably there!) Kayak on the Caribbean... I did. Smooth... and it helps recovery from the previous night. By the way, dancing au natural at Delroy's when one of your favorite songs comes on, "You Can Leave Your Hat On" or Moll's new anthem, "Wasn't Me!" are highly recommended for fun and elicts smiles and particpation all around! (Wish they'd play some of that stuff in the Disco instead of all the adolescent Techno-Bubble-Gum-Madonna-Pop) Finally, and sadly, we had to leave the Palm Trees, Sex, White Sand, Sex, Naked People, Sex, Blue Water, Sex, Warm Sun, Sex, and Happy Times... (did i mention sex?) And board the 3-seater out of Negril to MoBay, and the jet back to Philly... Once again, great flight... but, we're dealing with our Hedo-Withdrawal-Blues the best we can. I'm gonna' go join Moll now in the tub, drink a Dirty Banana listen to Bob Marley, and count the days 'til we go again! PS: All sorts of body-types, if you're worried about that sort of thing. (no one else is) And contrary to what you might hear, Hedo will be as boring or as wonderful as you choose to make it. No one pressures you to do anything! Your choice! Relax and enjoy. Steven&Molly