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Chris at Work

Chris at Work
@chris-at-work
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Joined: January 21, 2005 10:25 am
Topics: 25 / Replies: 1113
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Re: passports or Birth Certificate

Although I have heard people getting through with only a license, I would not try it...especially since 9/11. In fact, I believe a passport will be re...

18 years ago
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Re: Need Help w/Snorkel equipment...US Divers, Dolfino, or Voit?

I assume these descriptions are from an on-line site. Based only on the descriptions, I would spend the $50 for US Divers. I know they make good equip...

18 years ago
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Re: hiking

Low taxes, Lower gas prices and muuuuuuch lower real estate cost. 😀 Don't get me wrong, CA is nice but I still prefer 72 hours notice.

18 years ago
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Re: Better beaches: St. John or Water Island?

IMHO, the beaches on STJ are nicer. Water Island is different and that experience is the reason for going. If you are looking for 'better' than Water ...

18 years ago
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Re: passport

Not to arrive, but you should have it or photo ID and birth certificate to leave and return to the mainland. See the "Getting Here" link in the t...

18 years ago
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Re: hiking

I always laugh at my brother when he asks why I live on the TX Gulf Coast, "They have hurricanes from June to November". I guess he completely forgets...

18 years ago
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Re: Less than 7 Days!!!

Dark rum, 151 Rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, Coco Lopez and over ice with dust of nutmeg. Did I mention Rum? Do a search for basic reci...

18 years ago
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Re: WHen to do things based on busy ship days

"Injection" infers rapid response, which is contrary to "island time". Better to sit back and sip that Rum my friend. 😀

18 years ago
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Re: hiking

August, Setember and October tend to be more active but hey...you're booked so plan the vacation and deal with anything else if/when it happens. If yo...

18 years ago
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Re: WHen to do things based on busy ship days

EE and Linda are spot on... Summer cruise schedule is nothing to worry about and you need to go "island time" ASAP. That said, travel to STJ on '...

18 years ago
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Re: Final Report

Thanks for sharing. Now you too know what we all share...an addiction to the VI. 🙂

18 years ago
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Re: stt/horseback riding

No horseback riding on STT. Previous posts have not given high marks for riding on STJ but STX has several rides available.

18 years ago
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Re: Weather

To be honest, I don't recall the Weather Channel ever showing no chance of showers for the USVI area. I think they don't have any idea how to predict ...

18 years ago
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Re: where is chef chris cody??

He is starting a restaurant called Pellicano in Kenner, LA (New Orleans area).

18 years ago
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Re: photos

To clarify, my lovely wife would like to use the photo in her painting class. 😉

18 years ago
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Re: cheap cooler

I recommend you buy the bag or collapsable type and take it home with you. I am afraid we may all be paying for that 'cheap' styrofoam cooler decades ...

18 years ago
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Re: fireworks

That depends on the couple staying there 😀 Sorry...I couldn't pass up that line. Fireworks are in Cruz Bay for the fourth. I do not think C...

18 years ago
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Re: Airfare from Boston in April?

Quite honestly, I don't think we are going to see major swings in airfare for the coming 12-24 months wherever you travel. If anything, we might see s...

18 years ago
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Re: STJ Family Vacation

That's quite a tour group you're trying to accommodate. I assume you have the transportation worked out except who will lead the convoy around the isl...

19 years ago
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Re: Soldier Looking For Some Relaxation

Make every effort to absorb 'island time'. God knows you probably need it and certainly deserve every minute you can get. Alcohol is not the cure all ...

19 years ago
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