N Resort in March...

We are heading to N Resort again. This is our third trip. The previous trips the place was nearly empty (2-4 other couples), but this time we are going the first week of March. Anyone been during the real high season? I've heard they can get 50 or more couples during that time. How does it change the place when they get more people? Or will it still be only a dozen or so people?

They run out of things more frequently. The food gets worse. (if it is possible for it to get any worse) And it turns into an over crowded run down resort, with seating at the pool area in short supply. Instead of an empty run down resort. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />

We are just leaving n resort today after spending 10 days there. 42 people there and everything was perfect. This was trip #8 to N resort for us and as always it was good but this trip was even better. The staff was amazing and the food was excellent. 5 star service from all.

Wife an I were there last March. About 30 people were there but the crowd told us that they wanted everyone to dress for the evening meals. I guess they all brought their fancy clothes and wanted to show off. Next time I go I am not wearing nothing. After all it is a nude resort

As "debjoe" said, it is a nudist resort and their website says that coverups are not required in the dining rooms. Last year I went with just one pareo (needed for the beach walk towards Falmouth, to get past the Red Stripe area). I was nekkid for the 10 days. A couple of people commended me for being nude in a nudist resort. Nothing wrong with fancy clothes, but there are many other resorts for that. Let's keep "N" nekkid! Maybe not for everyone, was right for me. OK, let the dissing start; I can handle it!!! 70 days and counting!

Yeah, but, I thought TRUE NUDISTS did not care if people around them were clothed or not? There is always the debate about clothing optional versus nude only.

I found out from this site that I was not a TRUE NUDIST, because I did not want to be around clothed people while I was naked. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" /> I'm not sure what I am now, except maybe confused? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />

Anon--I assume that comment is addressed at me. I certainly have never said anyone was not a true nudist and I don't at all think that is debjoe's point. Their point is that other people told them they were SUPPOSED to wear clothes, and that's what they objected to.

No, Carol, it was not addressed to you on a personal level. If it was, I would of addressed it directly to you. You are not the only person that is of that opinion. And not being a true nudist is my own thought and it was not directed toward anyone.

And, it's ok that we have different opinions.

The incident reminded me of how EVEN NUDIST, have different opinions of when nudity is acceptable and the different comfort zones we all have related to nudity. I find it interesting.

Please, don't lock this down because you think the topic is taking a different direction. Many interesting threads start this way and take on a life of their own from an original topic.

Of course it's your site and you hold the hammer, so carry on. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />

I agree it is good for people to have different opinions, even among nudists and I know that my opinion is only that--an opinion. There is a big difference to me also in people wearing 'clothes' and people wearing 'slutwear'. I don't give a care if people wear clothes, swimsuit, whatever, at a nudist beach or resort. Slutwear, I don't care for..

We were there last February I think.. I can't remember for sure, but our trip report is on here somewhere.

There were enough couples to completely fill the pool deck and the pier. We ended up on the beach every day, which was our preference. It did get a little windy at times, and every day the beach would be covered in seaweed that the boys would rake up.

As for the dinners, most were dressed to some degree, whether it was sheer wraps, shorts or "slutwear". I think the theme nights are what encourage clothing. Lose the silly theme nights and I'd guess you'd have more naked people at dinner. I would guess out of what seemed like a relatively full resort, only a handful of couples went all out and dressed in theme stuff. They sort of stuck out, but mostly they were at the bar nonstop... Most everybody else wore a pareo or silk shorts, unless they were completely nude. Far more all nude people at lunch, right from the pool deck or beach.

For my wife, she enjoys a coverup at meals. Not a winter parka, something that just covers her up. It is therefore my task to find her things to wear that both she and I enjoy, which is typically sheer dresses with some style to them. I like to shop for them for her, she likes to wear them, everything's good.

Carol,

Getting off topic but you said you don't care whether people where clothes, bathing suits, cover ups etc at a nude beach or resort. My question is if people are wearing clothing, suits etc. is it still a nude nudist venue?

Nothing frustrates wife and I more then going to a nude beach or resort and having people there wearing clothes. There are so many textile venues, why to go a nudist venue and wear clothes. Seems kind of dumb to me.

BTW-I agree with you about the slutwear thing. Don't think that is appropriate at a true nudist venue but each to his or her own I guess.

psp--I personally don't care whether it's labelled a 'nudist venue', so long as we can wear or not wear clothes. There are a lot of reasons why someone would go to a nude beach and not be nude--other than to gawk. There are MANY, MANY couples that are not 'together' on the concept of nudity. And, strangely enough, in ST. Martin, there are many people who are not nudists, but enjoy being on the Club O beach, talking and sharing the day with FRIENDS who are nudists, on one of the best beaches in all of the Caribbean. If you have a beach like Club Orient or Grand Lido Negril, both can be happy, side by side, wearing whatever they like. Personally, I think that the beach at Club O works very well, as well as GLN.

I am very mixed on this one. On the one hand, I strongly believe that naturism should be about freedom to not wear clothes rather than a place where you are required to not wear clothes. When you are required to be nude, that's not necessarily freedom. I prefer places that are clothing optional rather than "nude". My wife sometimes prefers to cover up, while I prefer to be nude and that works well for us, as it does for a lot of couples. Some places can be ridiculous. We were at Hedo and my wife was sunburned. She put on a t-shirt. She was still bottomless. Security made her take off the shirt. Club-O works just great as clothing optional. A few people in clothes just don't matter to me at all. I go to a nude resort to be nude, not to "see nude".

On the other hand, I can get uncomfortable if I'm just about the only one nude, as will many people. In general I'm pretty secure and have run around as the only one nude in a few places including the Firefly beach in Negril, where I knew I was becoming a bit of a tourist attraction. But, I was rather shocked to see everyone other than us dressed for dinner at N Resort. Most said they dressed because of the bugs. We used Deep-Woods Off. But, it was clearly a "dress-up" occasion for some people, which I still think is rather strange.

As for slutwear, I'm also in the "freedom" category. I don't really care that much what other people choose to wear. It does depend on the resort, of course, like anything. It would not be appropriate at a family resort and maybe marginal at N, but perfectly reasonable at some other places. And, the definition of slutwear can be very flexible. One couple wore handmade outfits made from leaves at N resort. They made it for the Leaf theme night. It was really fun and neat. But, I'm sure some would call it slutwear. I have two sarongs I wear that are pretty much transparent. I find them great for dinner, since some coverup makes sense when there is a buffet. Would you call that slutwear?

chazo--I agree with your statement "naturism should be about freedom to not wear clothes rather than a place where you are required to not wear clothes." At HIII one time I had a pretty flimsy pareo tied around my waist, loosely (I don't even think it fully covered everything, just kind of knotted around), and security made me take it off. To me, that is nuts. I would feel odd if I were the only one nude also. I think we're pretty much together on this one.

That pretty much sums it up for me. I could not have said it any better.

I object to the characterization of people's choices as 'dumb'. As has been pointed out, there are differing views on the subject, and reasons for people's choices, but the differing views are NOT dumb.

No, not always, but I was at Hedo a few years back, and there was this guy that sat down in a chair in the middle of the nude beach with his drink and gawked. Security quickly explained to him that he had to disrobe or leave.
The guy put up a fight and said he paid his money just like everyone else and he had a right to be on the nude beach clothed...he was not trying to interact or communicate in a any manner...he was just staring at the naked women...that was not only creepy but it was DUMB.

The gawking situation is totally different than what was being talked about. Hedo has a fairly constant problem with gawkers.

Newbies to this board- we have traveled many years to Grand Lido Braco. This will be our first year at N. We will be there March 7 - 14. Looking forward to meeting new faces!

How many others will be there during this time?

Thanks!

Kyle and Lora
Midwest

We'll overlap you by one day. We are there March 1-8. I heard from someone who was there recently that there were 10 couples at that time. There will probably be more in March.

We'll be easy to spot. We're the naked ones.

Darn- We packed that same outfit! Nekkid Chic. Looking forward to getting to the resort around 1:30 pm <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" />

Lora

Did they ever get those two hot tubs working next to the swimming pool. We were there last year in June for 12 days and neither of them worked for our entire stay. The third one over in the bushes constantly ran hot and it was to hot to enjoy. We gave the resort a good review on trip advisor but we had to ask for hot water for showers almost every night and day. I think we had about 12 to 14 couples total when we were there. We had a nice time but it is a bit like Fancy beach front camping. But, we can't complain to much because it's the only nude beach resort in the entire Caribbean for couples. Our problem is we don't want to go back until they get everything working properly and so-far no ones giving true updates? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />

You should prepare yourself mentally. If not, you will be sadly disappointed. N resort does not even remotely resemble Grand Lido Braco. Be forewarned.

We were going to go but couldn't justify the airfare expense to Jamaica.

Going to SXM instead.

Most would say compared to Grand lido this place is a teardown property...but it's the only nude couples resort in the Caribbean so us nekked folks need to work together and keep this place open. N-resort is a lot like Club-O but <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" /> with out Orient-bay. Outstanding service! But Jamaica is all about the tours, you have to do the tours...

Haven't been there but have been told by friends to manage expectations less you be disappointed. Expect rustic facilities and average food and you will be surprised by the many positives to make it a worthwhile trip. If you expect 5 star you maybe disappointed at times.

We've been twice and are returning in 8 days for another week. There is no doubt the property is run down in many ways. The government is trying to sell it and N remains basically a placeholder to get some rent during that process. Given the poor results selling smaller resorts, that situation could go on for many more years. I don't think it is a tear-down. The buildings are meant to be more rustic, but could be renovated to make them more glamp than camp. Club Orient is rustic, but in much better shape.

But, we keep going back. First, it is one of the few places you can go and be nude all of the time if you want. There are others. We have been to Club Orient and Paya Bay and loved both of them. We really want to go to Hidden Beach. But, N has been considerably cheaper than any other resort like that. It's not that money is everything, but taking a spring break trip this year to N fit our budget. We are about $3100 including airfare and trip insurance; try that with just about any other resort in March. Otherwise, we would not be going.

There are many positives for us. We are going to relax and it is a relaxing place. The food is good and plentiful. The staff is good. The pool is nice, though it could be heated. The water slide is wonderful. Their beach is very nice and the miles of beach you can walk are fabulous and unique to this resort for sure. They have hammocks that we love to relax and read in. And, you can be nude all of the time if you like. Oh, and including the transfers is a good part of the bargain.

The big negatives are the rooms, grounds, and maintenance. The rooms could use a renovation for sure. But, we don't spend a lot of time in the room. The grounds are nice, but feel a bit run down and getting a bit wild. And, there are lots of little things that need to be fixed. Recent reports have also complained about Freddie yelling at the staff, though we have not seen that.

But, we have thoroughly enjoyed our other trips and are counting the minutes to this trip. Could the place be better? Certainly. But, will we have a great time? Certainly. So, we keep coming back.

I agree with Chazo 100%. I have been to Hidden Beach, Caliente Caribe, Club O and N. While the infrastructure at N may be in need of updating, the staff are A-one and as good or better than any of the other resorts. I have read that the food at N is just so so, but I liked it, so keep an open mind (and try the goat). I will be arriving at N on March 4 for my second visit. For the money, there is nothing that compares.

Hey, we'll see you there. We arrive March 1 for 7 nights.

Agree on the goat. I do hear people complaining about the food, but usually they have ordered a steak. Beef in Jamaica tends to be tougher and more gamey than most people are used to, so they often don't like it. Jamaica has a ban on imported beef, supposedly to protect against mad cow disease, but really it's a protectionism move. We avoid the beef, but everything else is great as far as we are concerned. We love the pork, chicken, and goat. The seafood is especially good.

Thanks for this "Pre-port" --- it's well written and very informative!

Chaz
Great steaks can be had in Jamaica. Don't know where it comes from, but it melts in your mouth.
Price is not cheap.

Jamaica lifts year-old ban on US beef imports
AP

Wednesday, December 08, 2004

Unless they imposed a second ban, US beef is available. Canadian beef is still banned.

And, there isn't good US beef at N, because N is a low budget resort. I've had excellent beef at the Couples resorts. Lobster tail with filet migon.
Also, had good beef at the Lido resorts.

N is what it is. My problem with N is that it advertises itself as an upscale resort. Nothing could be further from the truth.

I had a good time while I was there, but I would not return.
Vacations are few. I want better than N.

The place could be a great upscale resort. Needs a big influx of cash. And, I'm not so sure that even if it was at full capacity every week that they would improve it.
Hedo was always packed and it was still a dump.
Took new money to get some improvements.

Unfortunately, after the demise of Super Clubs, affordable upscale resorts with nude facilities are few.

My mistake on the beef ban. They do still ban imported beef from Canada like you said. I read about that and thought the article was a general ban, not a specific one (they did ban for a year back in 2003).