2024 TRAVEL AWOL TRAVEL INFORMATION

Hedonism  CHECKLIST

Here are some tips and suggestions to review before you travel.

Your July trip co-hosts are: Michelle & Mike from Florida plus Kat & Dean from California.

ALERT: Info below about travel, airport services and the resort is subject to change without notice and is not guaranteed.

YOUR TRAVEL PLANS

Have your flight plans and schedule changed? If so, send us your latest flight schedule, flight numbers, time and dates.

Review your paid invoice, take a copy with you or take a photo of it with your cell phone. Your SunHoliday transfer AND Hedonism telephone numbers are included in your invoice. It's handy if you miss your flight.  This was emailed to you by your travel advisor from Castaways between June 14-17, 2024.

NOTE:   If you arranged your own private transfers, PLEASE TELL CASTAWAYS.   Castaways pays out-of-pocket for your SunHoliday shuttle transfer.  If you are a "No Show" SunHoliday also charges Castaways a penalty.

Send CASTAWAYS your flight itinerary regardless as it also alerts your hosts and the resort when you expect to arrive.

Questions? Contact us at: INFO@castawaystravel.com

Castaways office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM, Central (Texas time)


PROOF of CITIZENSHIP, Immigration Form and Health Protocols*

1) Required Jamaica Immigration C-5 form is ON LINE Submit free Immigration card (Form C-5) online prior to travel at https://enterjamaica.com   There is no cost and expect to submit your passport information during the process.  Check your passport if it's valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates to Jamaica.

2) No Covid Test is required to enter Jamaica

3) No Covid Test is required to re-enter the USA by air.

Canadian Residents: There are no Covid travel restrictions at this time.


DOCUMENTS/MEDICATIONS

Documentation and paid hotel invoice are sent to you via E mail. Questions? Call (281)465-4960, Text/call 800-470-2020 or send E mail to: INFO@castawaystravel.com

Take your airline boarding pass, paid hotel invoice including airport transfer info and PASSPORT. Has it expired? KEEP your immigration entry receipt upon arrival with your passport; return the form upon departure.

PRE-REGISTRATION for HEDONISM

Click on the PDF link to print the form.  Complete it to save time when you check in at the resort instead of standing in line.  This is optional.

HEDONISM REQUIREMENTS TO CHECK IN

  1. Provide Driver’s license or valid Passport for each individual checking in and
  2. Provide refundable deposit of US$250 – via either credit card.  Hedo accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express or you can leae a cash deposit. The amount will be refunded when you check out of the resort.

TIP: Take a cell phone picture of your documents AND your checked luggage, too.

TIP: Make hard copies of your documents, paid hotel invoice and passport. Keep a duplicate set in your luggage, a set in your carry-on and one for your relatives/friends.

TIP: Split up your medications: Keep some in your carry-on if you've packed the rest in your luggage.


CLUB MOBAY:  This is an optional arrival/departure service that requires a pre-paid reservation.  Due to popularity, the club is frequently sold out.

Club MoBay contacts if your flight is delayed:

  • Email: Club MoBay: reservations@vipattractions.com Subject: “Urgent Flight Change”
  • Phone: (Local) 1 876 619-1565 for Jamaica or (954) 837-6290 for USA/Canada

SUN HOLIDAY SHUTTLE BUS to HEDONISM from MONTEGO BAY AIRPORT

Castaways has arranged your roundtrip tranportation to and from the resort ONLY IF you provided Castaways with your flight information.  Transportation to the resort is via Sun Holiday (if you supplied your flight itinerary to Castaways). Check in at Sun Holiday's transfer desk in the Arrivals hall after clearing customs....usually position # 5 for Sun HolidayObtain your return transfer ticket at the Sun Holiday desk before you depart for Hedonism. You will be escorted to your transfer bus. If you want a porter to carry your bags, expect to tip US $1/bag.

Sun Holiday Transfers phone at Montego Bay airport:

  • 876-979-1061876-979-1061 - Airport office for Sun Holiday
  • 876-896-5128 - Cell phone at Sun Holiday airport desk

COURTESY REQUEST If you arranged your own transportation to Hedonism, please tell Castaways. Castaways pays out-of-pocket for your transfers. 

If you are a "No Show" or use another method to reach Hedonism, Castaways has paid for your SunHoliday transfers in advance. SunHoliday also charges Castaways a penalty for "No Shows."

NOTE:  Always send us your flight itinerary so your Hosts and the Resort know when to expect your arrival.`

RETURN TRANSFERS
SunHoliday schedules your pick up time usually 4+ hours before your flight departure time. Upon arrival at the MBJ airport, SunHoliday will give you a return ticket with your scheduled pick up time at Hedonism. Give that ticket to the shuttle driver for your return to Montego Bay. Do Not Lose it.


Baggage Pick Up tips at Hedonism
TIP: Confirm luggage pick up time the day before you depart the resort and do it in person with the bellman. Get the name of the person who confirmed your baggage pick up time. The morning of departure, call the bellman again to re-confirm your baggage pick up time. If the phones don't work, re-confirm again in person on your way to breakfast and make plans to take your own bags to the front desk. Place your bags outside your guestroom door to be picked up and taken to the lobby before you depart the resort. Attach luggage tags to your bags with your ID. Look outside your door to double check someone actually picked up your bags. If not, roll them up to the reception area. Don't assume anything at Hedonism!

HEDONISM
The resort is about 1.5 hours west of the MoBay airport, depending upon traffic. Your room accommodations, all meals, snacks, beer, wine, bar drinks, entertainment, activities, theme nights, water sports, hotel taxes, service charges and tips are included.

CHECK IN TIME to GET YOUR ROOM:
After 3 PM up to about 6 PM or later. This time is totally dependent upon:

  1. When the previous guests vacate your assigned room you will occupy and
  2. When maid service completes cleaning your room.

TIP: Leave your bags with the bellman, take off your clothes, your watch and start your vacation. Don't waste valuable "fun" time standing around the lobby; you won't make the time go any faster; you're wasting your vacation and party time. Relax and have fun....pick up your room key bracelet (water proof) later.


NUDE ETIQUETTE
If you're in or around the nude pool and nude beach, expect to be nude. The area is called that for a reason: Folks with clothes and swim suits will be invited by security to enjoy the clothing-optional area. If you prefer to wear a swim suit or enjoy the beach topless, the "clothing-optional" beach is the place. HINT: "Gawkers" wearing swim suits at the nude pool and nude beach may be invited to use the clothing optional beach by hotel security and typically not allowed in the nude pool area.


COMMUNICATIONS
Telephone to the resort: 1+876-957-5200 (24 hours)
Telephone in your room: Is direct dial. Service can be inconsistent.
Internet: Internet service is available but also can be inconsistent. If you have an international WiFi hot spot, take it with you.
Lap Tops/i Pads: Free WiFi service now in rooms..... subject to change.

Alert: WiFi service can be spotty. Streaming may be available for a fee.

More Free Wi Fi: In the courtyard in front of the Piano Bar and at the edge of the dining room closest to courtyard.
Cell phones/Texting: Most of them operate OK in Jamaica.

If you're not sure, call your cell phone provider for clarification or to arrange for international service prior to your departure.


ACTIVITIES (Subject to change without notice)
The resort has QR codes through out the resort with the activities schedule and restaurant/bar information.  Ambiance at Hedonism is a party atmosphere....so pace yourself if you plan to stay up all night. Take a nap in the afternoon if you party hard at night.

Your hosts may have special events and mischief planned.


SERVICES

  • Electricity: 110v Just like in the USA.
  • Transportation off site: Taxis are on call and available 24 hours/day for an extra charge.
  • Hair Dyers: Yes, the rooms have hair dryers and satellite TV, too, but not always reliable.
  • Money: USD $ gladly accepted. You don't have to exchange your USD at the airport unless you want to.
  • Charge cards: Hedo accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.  Roadside vendors, craft markets and local bars/bistros accept cash (most accept US dollars). Cash is king so take plenty of $1 dollar bills.
  • Water: Is safe to drink and Hedo will provide you with a re-usable water bottle upon check in.
  • Rain: Yes, it may. Take a small umbrella .
  • Power Bar: If you have lots of electric gadgets and adult toys, take along a spare plus USB attachments to charge your equipment.
  • Flashlight/batteries: During rain storms, power can be lost temporarily.
  • SCUBA & Snorkelers: Divers, take your "C" card. Sign up early for dives and snorkeling.
  • NUDE "CLOTHES" = Hat or cap, flip flops, sipper cup, towel, sun screen and a smile on your face.
  • TIPS: PLEASE REMEMBER THAT HEDO HAS A STRICT NO TIPPING POLICY.  THEY DO HAVE A TIP BOX IN THE LOBBY IF YOU FEEL INCLINED TO LEAVE A TIP.  STAFF WILL GET FIRED IF THEY RECEIVE TIPS FROM GUESTS.

TIP: Notify your credit card company you will be traveling internationally and to expect charge transactions while you're traveling out of your home country.


DINING
ALERT: The buffet at the Terrace Restaurant is self-serve for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Dinner reservations are not required. All meals are included in your room rate and ambiance is casual...nothing dressy. Options includes: Terrace Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the beach bar & grill, the nude beach bar & grill, and for evening meals, try Pastafari for Italian fare, Harrysan for Asian and sushi dining plus Flame for steaks and chops. Note: Some venues may be closed temporarily or moved. A menu with fine wines is also available for extra charge.

The nude beach pool bar serves up outstanding hot bites, burgers, fries, popcorn and more.

A separate wine bar is adjacent to the piano bar and gourmet coffee is served in the Terrace Restaurant for a fee. The finer wines are not included in the resort package.


THEME NIGHTS and ADULT MISCHIEF
TIP:  Things can change without notice in Jamaica and at Hedonism so take off your watch, take off your clothes, ditch your cell phone and don't sweat the small stuff.   Be patient, be thankful you're alive in the tropics and away from the everyday hassles back home ..... have fun.

Check with your hosts for any special events planned for the group.

See Castaways page for Ambiance section that includes the nightly themes.

Guidelines above, theme nights, and daily activities are subject to change.

Thank you again for your business. Let us know if you have any questions at all.

Best wishes for a fun holiday.

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Call  (281) 465-4960, call or text 800-470-2020 or Email:  Info@castawaystravel.com

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM, Central (Texas time)

 


If you prefer private round trip transportation

We recommend Courtney Smith with Red Bus Tours.

He's a long-time AWOL friend- you will enjoy meeting him! 


Red Bus Private Transfer Request


 

IF YOU DO CHOOSE TO TRAVEL PRIVATELY PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE LET CASTAWAYS KNOW SO THEY DON'T PAY FOR YOU AND RESERVE A SEAT WITH SUN HOLIDAY