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Joined: August 14, 2005 6:09 pm
Topics: 44 / Replies: 475
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Re: Trip Report!!!

Glad you had such a great time! Nothing relaxes the soul like time on the islands!

16 years ago
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Re: Marriotts Frenchmans Reef St.Thmas

We've stayed on property twice (last time was 3 years ago) and enjoyed it very much. It's a typical physical property for Marriott. Large meet...

16 years ago
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Re: advice for travel with children

I'm pretty sure the car seat is not luggage since the child sits in it during the flight. Smart move to use it there and again in the cars. At 6-8 m...

17 years ago
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Re: Hello all

Hello Beer Hunter! Glad to see you back and planning next year's vacation! We went to Cancun one year instead of STT/STJ and had similar regrets. ...

17 years ago
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Re: St Thomas / Stone Cottage Trip Report - May '08

Wow! Wonderful report - absolutely took me back to the island! Thanks so much for taking the time to tell your story and share both your photos and ...

17 years ago
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Re: What are the best beaches for...

Chris - Painkillers in empty water bottles - BRILLIANT! We'll be doing that next year! Thanks for the tip. VI

17 years ago
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Re: good restaurant w/ nice view?

Zozo's on STJ is awesome - especially upstairs in the lounge - for a sunset view over STT. Get there early - limited seating and it goes QUICKLY! ...

17 years ago
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Re: What are the best beaches for...

Just opinions requested, so here are mine: 1. Waterlemon Cay on STJ allows both conservative (close to shore) snorkeling and aggressive (swim ou...

17 years ago
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Re: Need Carib Beer!

Have you tried asking the manager of the largest liquor store in you area to get in some for you? We have a place here in Lexington called the Liquor...

17 years ago
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Re: New Pictures

Ahhhhhh - thanks for the visual story on your trip! Can't get back until February and really need the visual stimulation to tide me over until then! ...

17 years ago
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Re: Trip report - tips and favorite things.

Thanks Connie - keep them coming! Any pictures to go with these great tales of adventure? VI

17 years ago
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Re: Island Ferry to Jost Van Dyke

Here's our perfect day when we last went to JVD on the ferry. Take a taxi to Ivan's Stress Free Bar. Very low key - just relax and enjoy the inc...

17 years ago
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Re: Virgin to the Islands !

Here are a few links to get you started. Go through the listings and try to narrow your search down to just a few (it's tough, but you can do it!) th...

17 years ago
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Re: Fresh fish - St. John

I know I'm WAY out in front of this, but planning is 2/3 of the fun! Where can we buy fresh Mahi Mahi right off of the boat on St. John? Where a...

17 years ago
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Re: island horizons villa

Please do!!! We turn-in our deposit in mid-July, so we still have time to reconsider if needed. PM me if you're not comfortable posting your true is...

17 years ago
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Re: island horizons villa

Pia - thanks for the reminder! Yes - I got that information - the rental agent emailed me after my inquiry. We decided to go with this one even ...

17 years ago
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Re: how much to tip

Generally, the captain's meal is "complimentary" at the restaurant they take you to for lunch. Always ask, but generally you don't need to pay for it...

17 years ago
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Re: Villa Margherita

Thanks for the feedback and for the trip report link. We decided to go with Island Horizons this year. We've never stayed outside of Cruz Bay and b...

17 years ago
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Re: island horizons villa

I just put my "order" in for a week in February 2009! Please DO post a trip report and villa review once you've completed your week. It sounds just ...

17 years ago
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Re: day sail/speed boat from st john

Given what you've said above, my advice would be: 1. Rule out the sailboat to the Baths. Yes - the Powerboat trip would be a great time for you...

17 years ago
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