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Linda J

Linda J
@linda-j
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Joined: January 20, 2005 5:26 pm
Topics: 6 / Replies: 838
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Re: Vincent Mason Pool STX

This is a very nice park. Very much a family vibe, especially on weekends, grills going, tables loaded down with food. The beach is very nice, excel...

14 years ago
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Re: New VInow user here with a question on villa rentals

Take a look at this website - I've stayed here. It's a wonderful location and there is a very special price for September.

14 years ago
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Re: Alternative to the Post Office

If you're last 4 days is near the Carambola, the nearest post office will be Kingshill, near the LaReine Chicken Shack. No need to go all the way int...

14 years ago
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Re: New VInow user here with a question on villa rentals

It never hurts to ask. I would try to get 20% to 30%. But, even tho you're allowed to ask, you aren't allowed to be pissed if someone says no.

14 years ago
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Re: Alternative to the Post Office

I misunderstood, you're asking about sending stuff BACK. Still, ask the hotel. We do this for guests all the time - I think we only charge postage.

14 years ago
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Re: Alternative to the Post Office

Call the hotel, get their mailing address and send it there. We hold mailed packages for guests all the time. I'm sure they will be able to help you...

14 years ago
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Re: honeymoon in british virgin islands

"Better" is subjective, depending on what you like to do. All have fun things to do.

14 years ago
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Re: does anyone know about Crystal cove, Hibiscus, or Palms at Pelican cove

Palms and Hibiscus are both on STX. Neither is 4 star, but they are good choices, right on the beach and I think you get value for your $$ at either ...

14 years ago
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Re: back for a visit

What is your price range? People's idea of what is reasonable can differ.

14 years ago
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Re: Have a Couple of Questions

We stayed at Sago Cottage and loved it. Visited the other 2 and they were also very nice. You will need a car.

14 years ago
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Re: Carnival 2011

I believe July is STJ. December for STX.

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

Exactly! Oh, you plan on sleeping IN the beds? That will be extra!!

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

I find the cleaning fees very strange. If you are renting out a living space, shouldn't you be responsible for making sure it's clean? Why not just ...

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

My original point is that many resorts/villas had an additional manditory charge above and beyond the published room rate, be it rack or discounted, i...

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

For one, the Buccaneer -- room rate + 8% hotel tax + 10% energy surcharge. Others do as well. Caneel Bay on STJ has the same 10% charge. Others, t...

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

And several of the hotels do as well.

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

Don't know, I'm on STX. This charge should be included in your reservation confirmation. It may be included in your taxes. I would call the hotel a...

14 years ago
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Re: Villa daily energy charge

Some hotels charge a energy surcharge, usually a percentage of the nightly rate.

14 years ago
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Re: Where to buy groceries?

A little overreaction, RM? Even the folks on STJ sometimes go over to STT to shop.

14 years ago
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Re: Traveling to USVI in August 2010

Right now on STX it is partly cloudy, with a little breeze blowing. I wouldn't worry.

14 years ago
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