April 2nd-April 8th. Seastar Inn.

Airport transportation was handled by Linston. First time meeting him but almost felt like I knew him a bit from Captain Dave's posts here and on other sites. We talked about his Dad and he said he didn't think he would ever make it back to the island. As fate would have it, he would pass away while I was in Negril. I expressed my condolences shortly after he picked me up for my return home and he said he had spoken to his Mom the day before. Obviously hurting but still an absolute gem of a person. The trips to and back from Negril were the most enjoyable trips I've had. Wonderful guy.

Arrived at Seastar on a Saturday so the first night got the amazing buffet and drummers along with Sasanya. Great time!! Cuttin' some rug with other guests and Chris doing his karaoke version of Cocaine with his 3 guest backup singers. I have video!! Great first night.

The next 5 days are basically the same story day in and day out. Get up and have a free breakfast, get ready for the beach, get dropped off at Sun Beach and cruise the beach or settle under an umbrella at Sun Beach. Regular visits to Sunnyside, meeting and chatting with lots of people and just enjoying the vibe. Haven't been that relaxed in over 2 years. I could virtually feel the stress melt off lying on that beach.

Return around 4PM to Seastar for a drink or 2, then clean up for dinner. I ate every meal at Seastar while I was there. Not necessarily my intention but some evenings the rain would come and I didn't feel like venturing out. Besides, Delroy is freaking amazing and everything I ate was fabulous. Special mention for the shrimp pasta Alfredo. Seriously tasty!!

Speaking of Delroy, he and Garrett are the only staff left from the last time I was in Negril. A little sad not to see some familiar faces but Stacy, Annette and Toya quickly became the new familiar faces. Wonderful service and friendly chats with all of them. Lovely people.

Another highlight was a night talking and having a few with a member of the JCF and his wife along with Chris, other locals and other guests. Just a nice fun evening of drinks, food and ganja.

Now for some pics.