Ron & Lori - March, 2009
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We boarded early in Mpls/St Paul Intl Airport on
Saturday March 28th. Our trip started
by the plane needing to be deiced so that delayed us an
hour. Arrived in Mobay, went through customs,
picked up luggage, got to Super Clubs counter and on our
bus within an hour. Traffic was absolutely nuts!
Never would I want to drive there, they drive so crazy
and of course on the wrong side of the road.
Arrived at Hedo II’s gate about 2:45. Check-in was
very fast and we were upgraded, without asking, to an
ocean view nude room (happened to be two doors down from
our room last time, loved it!) Sweet!
When we walked to the nude pool we immediately saw
people we had met on our first trip. On our way
back to our room, caught my toe on the lip of the pool
by the Grotto and broke it! Way to start a
vacation. Thank goodness I did not have to put on
a full shoe the whole week. Throughout the week
the weather was partly sunny to sunny, mid 80’s and only
a small shower during dinner the second night we were
there. The pool water was somewhat cold, even
though a lot of people were in it and was warmer with
the sun on you, I choose to pretty much do the foot
dangle…lol It was breezy so the water was a bit
choppy but the breeze kept us cool too during the day.
Food was always good – Charlie’s omlets in the morning
and the pasta bar every night were a favorite. Had
to wait to get yours made to order but was always well
worth the wait! Of course Pastafari and Mustafan
were very good as usual also. The prude and nude
grills were very good for lunches. The grilled
fish sandwiches were really yummy.
The staff was awesome, for the most part very helpful –
except trying to get sheets for the Toga night was a
struggle (right Gregg??) Our room was always
cleaned and fresh flowers in there daily. EC’s
were present all week with activities, if you did not
want to participate they were not pushy. Guest
Services called us twice to make sure every”ting” was
ok.
We walked along the beach one day to Margaritaville.
Excellent walk with a little rough turain that you had
to go up away from the water. Advised to be sure
you have some sort of shoes with if you are going to
walk the beach. Could be rough on your feet.
The walk was beautiful and we had great company with
Jeff and Bobbie/Steve and Linda. Definitely worth
taking a taxi back though – the margarita’s made my feet
not work so good…lol Another night we took a taxi
to Rick’s Café to watch the sunset. What an
awesome view. It was so much fun to share that
experience with Gregg and Dare. The taxi ride
through Negril was another interesting experience.
Just a note, if you need a taxi, have Guest Services set
that up for you. Our driver took us there and
waited, telling us to take our time and he would be
there when we got finished. He was and it was very
relaxing. Again, the traffic was crazy but am
learning that is just normal. All in all it was a
very enjoyable and memorable experience.
The entertainment in the main dining room was awesome as
usual – Mike – you and Winston were the hit of the
week!!! I have not laughed that hard in a very
long time. Thank you!!!! The Disco was ok
but loud and smoky so we only went there for PJ night.
The Piano Bar was entertaining and Dion does a great job
and is always well attended.
All in all the trip could not have been more enjoyable
with out the many old and new friends we made – Sally
(AKA Paula Dean) your laugh is infectious – Tom love
your stripes, Jeff and Bobbie, we always have fun and
was great to be able to enjoy the trip with you two
again! Seeing Pharmacist Bob and Karla was such a
nice surprise. Steve and Linda (and Bobbie) – the
massages were memorable, Mike and Maureen – you two are
awesome, Howard and Michelle – you are two cool cats!
Gregg and Dare – so good to get to know you two even
better. Haven’t had a cigar since we have been home,
they were so enjoyable. Hopefully it will not be
two years until we see each other again. Suze and
Angelo good to see you again, hoping Suze, you are
feeling better. It was an unfortunate trip for you
two. We have thought about you guys often hoping
all is well. If we missed anyone, I am so sorry
but we enjoyed each and every person, well almost and
those of you that were there know who I am talking about
(skinny white ass boy) that we met, it was so much fun!
This report got to be long but as you can tell we had a
wonderful time and can’t wait to go back soon!
Hope to see you all again sometime!
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