First of all, you should know that The Playboy Channel and Wild on E! are trying to sell you something. Some travel agents that suggest that you go to Hedonism III because... "You will have tons of women dancing around by the pool naked and they will want to have sex with you." ... well they are trying to sell you something too. So, here is the deal. Hedonism III is an all inclusive resort where you can have fun, whatever that means to you (as long as you are respectful of people who have a different idea of what "fun" is). It's not all about sex.
With that said, things do happen at Hedonism III. Public Displays of Affection (PDA's... and I don't just mean smooching in plain view) can and do happen. While the hot tub and nude pool can be crazy at times, even on occasion during the day, most of the time the vibe is a playful and friendly one. People are usually catching rays chatting and getting to know each other and making friends. Generally (there are always exceptions) people who start a PDA, Before 10 PM find themselves receiving the unwanted attention of the security guards by the pool (AKA the sex police). The reminders are usually gentle and respectful.

Hedo is about relaxing and having a good time. YOU dictate what that means to you- not anyone else. You could be approached to help fulfill someone's vacation fantasy. If approached, a simple no thank you will usually suffice (if you are not interested that is).

Imagine all the people you work with, without clothes on. You will see every body type you can imagine- all different sizes of pieces and parts too. The best description we know to give you a good idea is this: Go to any Wal-Mart in the USA, imagine every adult there naked. That is how wide ranging the body types are.

This is also a very common concern. First know that the Resort has: the Nude side (You must be naked there/ and it's where the most People are), the Quad pool is optional (You can go with our without/ and it gets busy sometimes) and the Prude side (You must have clothing on there/ We see the fewest people hanging out there). So, you do not need to get naked if you don't want to, but when it comes to getting naked at Hedo...The advice most given is... take a deep breath drop the clothes and jump right in. Most people who hesitate getting naked regret not getting naked sooner. Once you realize that you look as great as everyone else does naked, and that you are not the sole center of attention- unless you try to be, the shyness wears off pretty quick. Plus, it's great to be able to go out to the pool with just a towel and your room key and not worry about anything else . Plus, when you get out of the pool... no wet bathing suit to deal with.

Also, a very common question. You might be surprised but it's not a common occurrence. You would be surprised how free and UN-sexual the nude and quad pools can be. On the rare occasion that it does happen, people have been known to applaud, play ring toss, and/or just ignore it until the moment passes. If it happens to you and you are uncomfortable, don't be too self conscious about it. You can always just get in the water, or find a towel to cover the little guy.

Yes. They are not the Ritz, tile floors can be slippery, when wet. They are usually clean and comfortable. The roman style Jacuzzi tubs in the bathrooms and other furniture are nice touches.

First of all- yuck. (But also a very common question) The hot tub is drained as needed. It is also filtered, and scrubbed clean daily. They also monitor and add pool chemicals as needed.

Most are trimmed, but just like the range of body types, you will see each end of the hair spectrum.

This depends on the single- those who are there to have a good time and participate in games and activities will have a blast. Those who come with over inflated expectations of a 24/7 orgy will probably be a little disappointed. The majority of people at the resort tend to be couples but we have had many single men and women in our group who have had wonderful vacations with us at Hedo.

Some say LOTS! but only you know how you react to the sun, and the Caribbean sun in Jamaica can be pretty intense. Even if you can't squeeze pre-tanning into your pre-vacation schedule, be sure to pack plenty of SPF 45. Also, there are shady places all over the resort to get out of direct sunlight, if you are uber-sensitve.

Before the trip, if you become a member we will connect you, (via the internet) , to all the other members of the group. We have chat sessions regularly and we post information about ourselves, and get to know each other and our interests, before the trip. So, that is a good start. Once at the resort, relax and make friends, get to know people and maybe a vacation fantasy could happen for you. BUT!!!...and this is very important.... be honest with yourself and your mate before taking any kind of action that you may regret. LOTS of clear and frank discussion beforehand, during, and after can help prevent any DRAMA during the week. DRAMA = bad.

You are responsible for your own choices. As a single person you took no chances (we hope), so why would you here? If you are going to play... bring protection.

Theme nights will double what you pack. Talk to vets, and they will tell you that they always bring wayyyyyy too many clothes. For some of us, dress-up is half the fun. If that's you, go crazy, but remember to check your airlines baggage weight and size maximums.

Eat, drink, be merry, for after the flight home you diet! Many spend all day in the pool or at the beach. There are rafts to lay out on, pool volleyball, waterslide, the bar, and all the amazing people there who want to get to know you! The resort has many things to do. To get an idea check out our "The Resort" page. Or, go to the Hedonism III website where they list many activities and facilities.

Remember, if you see them there, then they are there too. Unless you called in sick for the week and then see your boss there, no worries.

Some would say drink enough and the food doesn't matter all that much. You will have many choices food wise. The nude pool grill or the Reggae Cafe (AKA the Scotch Bonnet) can really hit the spot during the day. For breakfast you are pretty much limited to the buffet- the omelet bar is not to be missed. For dinner, you can choose between the buffet- which is, well, a buffet- so it can be a little spotty at times; Pastafari- Italian- usually very good; Munasan- teppan-yaki (think Benihana) style Japanese. For Pastafari and Munasan reservations are required. If you are planning to eat at these places, see the guest services desk (in the lobby) soon after you arrive. With the exception of our group dinners (during Cocktails week), reservations can only be made as far out as the day before. Between all these options, you will be sure to find something appetizing.

Plentiful. Premium brand availability is a little iffy sometimes as there are copious amounts being consumed all week long. According to Paul (one of our members), a beer in the resorts plastic cups stays cold for only about 8 minutes on a hot day- so drink up! There are 2 beers on draft Red Stripe and Real Rock. Red Stripe is "the Number One Beer" of Jamaica and Real Rock is like a Jamaican attempt at Rolling Rock. Mixed drinks can be made to order. There are many blended drinks to try. If you plan on going that route, remember your insulated mug- see our packing list.

Well, yes and no. Depends on the company, where you sit, what kind of traffic you are used to and who brought a bottle to share. they drive on the left, and the rules of the road are ...well ... different than other places. However it is probably the best opportunity you will have to see the real Jamaican countryside. There is usually at least one rest stop on the way there and back where you can buy a cool beverage and snack if you want. Some members have been known to start the party en route- even at a connecting airport! Very often you will find yourself with other Cocktilians- providing a great icebreaker to the trip.

Marijuana is a part of the Rastafarian culture as well as the tourist culture on the island. So, odds are you will at least smell it once on the trip. Please be very careful should you choose to partake. Many people contend that most people offering to sell you something are police officers targeting tourists. On the other hand there have been couples who have simply been gifted baggies of really good stuff by others on their way out of the resort. You may see people smoking around the resort at all hours- it is not uncommon. Remember, in the strictest sense, it is still illegal in Jamaica.

Island time is a mindset you should get into before you get on your first plane on the way to Jamaica. No worries mon. Just resign yourself to the probability that everything on the island will take a little longer. If things are not going as quickly as you would like, remember, you are on vacation. Part of the beauty of going with a big group is that if your room isn't ready on arrival, you will have plenty of other rooms to stow your luggage in so you can start the party. All things get taken care of, just remember the pace will be slower and more relaxed than you may be used to.

The resort has a nurses station to deal with any minor scrapes, cuts, bruises, etc. If it is more than she can handle there is a doctor on call. The normal fee for having the doctor come to the resort is around $100, with any medications you may need being extra. There are hospitals/clinics on the island in case of a need for real emergency care, as well as an island ambulance service. People have been known to pack a pharmacy of medications they think they might need during the week, and it is a great idea to bring any medications you may have use for on a regular basis at home. Just because you are on vacation does not mean that your migraines take a week off as well. Remember- any medications you bring must be ones that are prescribed to YOU- no unlabelled pill bottles- customs hates that.

Every year Cocktails members over-pack their suitcases with school supplies for local schools. The items are brought to one of the hosts rooms and then taken to the local schools by the staff of the resort. It is a great way to do something really nice for kids in an economically depressed area who would go without otherwise. To see more check out our "Doing Good" page.

As you can imagine, the activities and planning that go into a week for a large group is time consuming as well as expensive. As the group grew we needed to start a small fee to defray some of the costs. Much of the money goes towards items you will find in your welcome bag on arrival at the resort. The remainder goes to printing costs, shipping costs, customs duties and other small expenses. None of the host-folk pocket any remainder. Any surplus- little there may be- is kept for website costs and for next years trip expenses.

Most Definitly! You can send for a passport at you local post office. It will involve filling out forms, taking your passport photos, and including copies of the appropriate documentation to prove that you are a US resident. This process can take some time.So, apply now!!! Do not wait till the last minute!!! We believe, having a Passport is a good thing in general. If you want more detailed and up to date info about Passports just click on this link... U.S. Dept of State