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 leslie
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i've read a lot of posts regarding mosquitos and no-seeums. are these only aproblem at night? i'll be on St. Thomas and St. John in december on a Celebrity Cruise. will i need insect repellent for the beach during daytime?
-leslie

p.s.- are conch fritters available on either island?

 
Posted : June 24, 2004 9:02 am
 The Islander
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Hello Leslie,

Yes conch fritters are sometimes on menus.

No-seem-ums are mostly a problem in the early evening... not a day time problem. Mosquitos can be around anytime of day but not a problem at beaches during the day. You will need sunscreen, a towel, sun glasses and a hat!!

--Islander

 
Posted : June 24, 2004 11:38 pm
 leslie
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hey islander-
thanks for the info. WAY COOL website...

-leslie

 
Posted : June 25, 2004 9:06 am
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