View over the Grand Lido Negril resort, Jamaica

Twenty two acres of lush greenery dotted with flowers and trees that describes Grand Lido Negril for the visitor. Ask for a pick up from the airport and expect to receive a welcome drink as soon as you reach the hotel. The resort has a private area that is clothing optional with a separate pool and bar. Guests must be above the age of 16.

Facilities

The resort amenities include a fitness centre, beauty spa and pool. Go for a power walk or aerobics and play a few rounds of beach volleyball to whip up an appetite.

Late evening entertainment involves music and dancing with a karaoke for back up. Venture toward the slot machines, pool and ping-pong tables or go for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. During the day, spruce up your dance steps by learning reggae and Latin dance.

Shop for beach wear and other merchandise at the gift shop and visit the duty free shopping for jewels and perfumes. You can choose some of the art on display for purchase. If you want to stay in touch with your work, access the business centre for internet access.

Ask about the availability of the Lidosine services with its complimentary drink and private restroom. Keep an eye out for the annual Epicurean Escape with live demonstrations by chefs and interactive culinary sessions and celebratory dinners with exotic food.

There are seven restaurants to choose from and you must know the formalities regarding attire at dinner. Eat all your meals at the open air Gran Terrazza (jacket required at dinner please). French cuisine is available at the Piacere Restaurant while Cafe Lido offers Jamaican and International cuisine. Food is served on the beach on certain days of the week and some restaurants offer snacks and Italian food.

You will never be starved for activity at this busy resort. If you are a water enthusiast, snorkelling, wind surfing, sailing and swimming are available. Come out of the water and play volleyball or tennis. Enrol into a yoga course or go horse riding to explore the locality. Fishing and bird watching are possible in and around the premises.

Rooms

Look forward to staying in a suite with an attached patio. The rooms are white and furnished in shades of white and green. The sitting space is sunken and has a couch and coffee table. Air conditioners, mini fridges and 27" screen televisions, dial up internet service, luxurious bath arrangements are available in all rooms. The bathroom has a glass cabin for the shower area. King-size beds or double twin-beds are available in each of the rooms.