Cocktails International is a bunch of folks who gather once a year for a week of fun in the sun down in Jamaica, at Hedonism III. Our next trip will be July 24th through July 31st 2010.
We are a varied and quite diverse group. Our members come from all over, with many different occupations and personalities. The age range of our members tends to be 20 on up. Most of our members are looking for a week of social activities as well as being able to do things on their own. We are a group that wholeheartedly supports each couple/individual's choice to do what they want on their vacation.
Throughout Cocktails week we have scheduled events. Each event is optional but I must say the welcome party, and group dinner are well attended and the naughty gift exchange is always a highlight!
While we formally get together (at Hedo 3) once a year, informally we've had group members meet for weekends, gather for luau's and basically crisscross the US to say hi to each other.
I never thought that when we started with this group that we would form some really awesome friendships. I definitely consider some of the folks that I have met to be some of my closest friends - even if they live as far as 6000 miles away. We have had some members from as far away as Australia , Japan , Chile and England.
Use the form below for more information about Cocktails International, Hedonism 3, or to request to join.
If you have any questions you can also contact us at our Forum: Cocktails International Forum
Feel free to post anything you want to know and someone from the group will answer. We promise.
Every year we bring school supplies for the local school children. The above is a photo from one of the schools that received our supplies...
Cocktails International Travel Group has no "special interests" required or expected for membership. This means we have some members that have specific expectations, wants, desires, and fantasies for their vacation. At the same time we have other members with very different expectations, wants, desires, and fantasies. We all go on this trip/vacation to have fun at Hedonism, whatever that means to each of us.
There is no group requirement to do anything you don't want to.
The most important thing we have learned from going on these trips is... What really makes these yearly trips the very best are the friendships that are made. Our members not only come from all over the world but from all walks of life. As a Cocktails International Member you will meet and get to know many different and interesting people.
So, if you want to join you should be prepared to...
Open your mind to the reality that there are many different people in this group,and they might have different ideas about how to enjoy their vacation.
If your are approached by someone to do something that you are uncomfortable with and you don't want to be part of your vacation.. respect their choice, make it clear that you are not interested, and move on with your vacation. And vice versa. If you approach someone to help you fulfill your vacation fantasy and they say they are not interested.. respect their choice, accept it, and move on with your vacation.
If we all treat each other with respect, and get to know each other, we can all have a great, Fun, Vacation.
Respect their choices and be true to your own.
If this sounds good to you and if you do decide you want to join us this July/August, we'd love to have you join our merry band.
We will need 2 things to get your membership started.
First... We have implemented a 25.00 (per booking) membership fee to help defray the cost of our check-in goodie bags as well as our website, and other costs. Once again this year - We are waiving the membership fee for the first 25 couples who book with Castaways Travel. And Second... we will need to confirm that you are booked at Hedonism III during Cocktails week. Once we have the member fee and the booking confirmation we will invite you to the Group. As a member we will connect you to all the other members going on the trip with us, so you can share your photos, vote in our polls, order group towels (they are really cool), list your name for your group necklaces, get any new group updates and basically get to know everyone before you go! We have a weekly chat session and it helps to stop in on occasion so you can get to know the folks who are going with you.
Confirming your Booking
We work with in conjunction with a travel agency, Castaways travel. Their website is http://www.castawaystravel.com. They book the most Hedonism III vacations each year. You can contact them about rates, to book the resort and/or a flight to Jamaica. However, by clicking on the "BooK it!" link above, you will automatically be booking through Castaways. While it is not required that you use Castaways to join our group, it does make organizing things easier. Plus, Jim (Owner of Castaways) does his very best to get the best price available and if you find a better deal anywhere he will do his best to match it. They are good people. Here is a link to book your trip with Cocktails 2010! where you can book the resort 24/7. When you book through Castaways remember to let them know you are planning to be part of the Cocktails International Travel Group. If you decide to go with another booking agent, that's ok. We will just need to confirm your booking with your travel agent before we can start your membership with the Group.