Paul & Bo - 03/07

This was our fifth trip and arrived at the tale end of the Miss No Swimsuit Contest. Rumors were it was quite mild compared to the contest a year ago. We only saw the last day and crowning of the new winner this year. The winner appears to be the one with the most club visitors during that time as there were some excellent looking younger bodies that didn't even place in top three. This was the most common comment we heard during the trip. So, perfect body or not isn't a factor like one thinks.

This was our first year going on a Friday to beat the wkend rush at Montego Bay. Our flight was Air Jamaica out of Chicago which flew directly to MoBay. We checked in quite smoothly and fast. Nothing like past years arriving on Saturday. We flew TimAir & had it paid ahead of time. You do not have to do that as people were paying on the spot for one way. The short flight was very smooth and fast. We highly recommend TimAir anytime even if one way back to MoBay. You get more time at the resort soaking in those last hours of paradise. The only downfall arriving on a Friday was the room we wanted wasn't available until Saturday. We always stay in Block 1 next to nude pool. We did change the next day to another room in that block but not our first choice but was fine.

Room had hot water whenever we needed it. One day, Thursday, the management sent a note out to all about no hot water between 10a.m. to 4:00p.m. in order to conserve their water supply. This didn't bother anyone as we were already out of the room. It was not an inconvenience.

The only major inconvenience was lack of towells poolside. We would go days without towells. Word was the laundry was not getting done as some people had days off that usually do it done. One of the pool guys we knew helped get us towells. Whenever a shortage appears you have to get double what you want in order to have some for the next day. So, if everyone is doing that no wonder there were never any towells.

Food was okay. This time we noticed it wasn't anything spectacular. Some days it seemed the same thing over and over. It's so relaxing getting up early to eat breakfast then walk on the beach. Even if one stays up all night...get a few hours sleep and make yourself get up. This is what we did as we averaged 3.5 hrs.sleep each night. You can relax and sleep throughout the day. The energy level just keeps you going.

ECs were always trying to get something going. Gavin was always around & is so much fun. Rae Rae & Foxy were neat to see again. They know so many people & have so much fun it seems. Some days they were dragging but still make you feel like good ole friends.

Delroy's Bar makes the best drinks. Vodka Slushes went down too good as Paul's Red Label Scotch did, too. Scumba got us hooked on their bar rum cream. We bought six bottles at airport before we left as it was so smooth compared to the one we always bought in past. Scumba told us to get Lillifield and he was right about the taste. Only problem with bar area was the lack of music. We finally had to get ahold of management ourselves it was such a nuisance. Chubby would bring a key to the bar and open up the stereo box. We asked why they didn't trust Delroy enough to have the key himself in order to keep the music going. All we got out of it was employees steal the CDs. So, that needs to be addressed and let Delroy be in charge of it. It got old having to call the front desk or actually get dressed and go to the front desk demanding some music.

The weather was great!! Actually, got too hot but keeping things in perspective, we loved every minute. We would lounge on the beach or get a float to be on the water. Then after too much heat we either got spots under a tree or headed to the pool. The pool area seemed to have a breeze more than the beach area. We would lounge in the wading pool or hang in the bar/pool area. Didn't see as many 4:00 games as in past. Was looking forward to those but this year everyone just enjoyed talking/drinking.

The nightlife at the hottub was it's usual pace. We would get there after 1a.m. and stay till 5a.m. Lots of action at times. Lots of vinnies/wallies, too, but they didn't bother us. Our group just told them to get away. Once in awhile someone would ask to join. I will say the women's restroom is not a safe area at night. I wish they would never have moved the restroom. It's hidden behind the bldg. making it hard for our boyfds/spouses etc. to keep an eye on us. One night my girlfd and I went to restroom, and I heard voices. Right away I knew this wasn't anyone we knew. There were two guys looking like they were eyeing our restroom and trying to decide what to do. I grabbed my girlfd as we washed hands and told her to get out of here NOW. As we quickly walked out a third guy was walking right at us...the other two were behind us. This could be nothing but is not a good feeling being surrounded like that esp if you're 'nekkid'. Our own guys were watching the one coming towards us not realizing there were two already back there. Our guys were just getting out of the water when we hurriedly showed up. The management really needs to fix this hidden spot making it safer for us. I wonder how many women have been approached but never said anything.

When we had to leave our paradise and head back to reality, we flew TimAir where Patrick is so accomodating. He manages TimAir and makes you feel very at home...nice gentleman. Once in MoBay we bought the rum cream Scumba recommended and took two boxes with 3 bottles in each. Being on Air Jamaica we had no problem getting on plane with our loot and arriving back home. The direct flight is the only way to go. Altho, we did have a 3 hr. late plane flight and had to wait more as we were all boarded on plane for the fuel engine problem to be fixed. There was a chance AJ was going to have board us up for the night but luckily that didn't occur. Flying out was easier than getting back.