Didn't go for ditch fridays, & the pool area is a lot smaller than expected, as other posters have said. It is, however, really nice, & we didn't have to wait in any lines or fight for chairs, despite not being hotel guests. There were a lot more guys than girls when I went. Next time I'd like to check it out on a Friday. I like the palms crowd & find it to be classier than other places.