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Diana

Diana
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Joined: August 10, 2005 1:23 pm
Topics: 5 / Replies: 264
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Re: First time to ST Johns

I often see fishermen in the shallows of Leinster Bay. BTW there's no "S" in St. John. We're kind of sensitive about that.

16 years ago
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Re: Parking on St John

I'm sure their are a few Handicapped spots in STJ. I can think of several including spots at the Ferry Dock, Mongoose Junction, Marketplace and Coral...

16 years ago
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Re: STJ Sea Glass

I've been going to STJ for nearly 20 years and I don't believe I've ever seen beach glass on a beach. I've heard that it's been found on occation at ...

16 years ago
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Re: STJ beaches and dinghy's

When you rent your dinghy they will give you a map that tells you which beaches you can beach your boat. I know that you can beach at Salomon, Jumbie...

16 years ago
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Re: Villa for 6 Couples - Recommendations?

I see that you're considering Ocean Palm Villa. That might be a good bet for you group. I haven't been inside the home but I do know where it is and...

16 years ago
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Re: Villa for 6 Couples - Recommendations?

12 people is a tough number to find accommocations for in the same property on STJ. Right off the top of my head I know if one villa with 6 bedrooms....

16 years ago
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Re: Using Credit Cards

Margy Z makes a good point about notifying the CC company's about your trip. Most places accept plastic but we always have cash for tips and th...

16 years ago
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Re: Grocery and liqour store???

I'm pretty sure the grocery stores close on 9PM. When we were there in February we arrived on the 8PM ferry (~8:25PM) and we made a beeline for Dolph...

16 years ago
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Re: Fuel for cars

When I was in STJ about 3 weeks ago gas in STT was around $3.59/gal and in STJ it was higher - somewhere in the neighborhood of ~$3.89-$3.94/gal. ...

16 years ago
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Re: Fuel for cars

When we left STJ on March 10th I think the gas was going at somewhere around $4 a gallon (maybe a few cents less than). There was only one gas statio...

16 years ago
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Re: Fracis Bay

Frances is a great beach and one our favorites. Are you only there for a day?? There are so many beach to choose from.

16 years ago
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Re: US or British VI for a Honeymoon?

Having been to both I can tell you loud and clear...................no doubt about it................go to STJ. End of story.

16 years ago
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Re: TWO RANKINGS NEEDED: Bars and Restaruant

Bars: Skinny Legs Aqua Bistro Island Blues Restaurants: Cafe Roma Rhumblines Morgan's Mango

16 years ago
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Re: Place to cash Traveler's Checks?

The last time I carried Traveler's Checks to STJ we cashed them at the bank in Cruz Bay. It was a hassle and I'll never go the TC route again. If I ...

16 years ago
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Re: Courtesy Car Rental on STJ

Here's the scoop on the move.

16 years ago
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Re: St. John accomodations for 6

Contact a few villa agencies on the island and give them your dates, budget, number of bedrooms and other requirements and I'm sure they can come up w...

16 years ago
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Re: Valentine's Night Dinner - Coral Bay Side

Aqua Bistro is a good option but why not consider Chateau Bordeaux for a romantic dinner with an amazing view over Coral Bay. Get your reservations N...

16 years ago
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Re: Car Rental

I know there are those you do rent minivans but we always rent a 4WD Jeep and find that the roads on STJ require 4WD. Many of the driveways to villas...

16 years ago
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Re: St. J villa discount question

I believe the villa owners will rent at a lower rate rather than have the house sit unoccupied. If you don't ask you won't get anything. Make an off...

16 years ago
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Re: OT: President. Barack. Hussein. Obama.

Very interesting how politics divides. My grandmother always said not to discuss your religion or politics unless you wanted an argument. I appears ...

16 years ago
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