Good on you!! You will not regret it....

As far as your choices for accomodations in Negril, I really dont think you can go wrong. I havne't stayed at Villa Sur Mer but I can say first hand that Catcha is really special. Everything I know about Villa Sur Mer is the same. Clarity has stayed at both, maybe she will come along and give you her opinions.

I dont know much about other parts of the island, haven't got that far yet lol, but if you are looking for a party you can surely find it in Negril. However July is a somewhat "sleepy" time of year.

Do think about booking something with AC...I'm very accustomed to heat and humidity but I was glad to have AC when I was there in July. Gonna be HOT HOT HOT

Have fun, hope you get all the answers your looking for and welcome to the board