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by joshua
Mon Mar 02, 2009 8:30 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report 2/17-2/28 - mostly STT
Replies: 13
Views: 2373

I'll try to post some pics this weekend, using prior tips from the forum.
Some really good shots so far, some (old fashioned 35mm) still being developed...!My new Olympus 1030 leaked, had to resort to the old fashioned/cheap method...hopefully Olympus will fix.
by joshua
Sun Mar 01, 2009 9:02 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report 2/17-2/28 - mostly STT
Replies: 13
Views: 2373

Trip Report 2/17-2/28 - mostly STT

I know this forum is mostly STJ, so I tried the "truth in advertising" format for the title...in case anyone wants to skip over. Trip to STT was uneventful although really early in the morning this year; up at 3 AM, Harrisburg before 6 AM to PHL, then straight to STT arriving 30 minutes ea...
by joshua
Sun Mar 01, 2009 8:19 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: seeking honest feedback about a resort on St.Thomas
Replies: 6
Views: 1447

Have NOT stayed at the Wyndham, but I have heard good things, not bad. I just returned from STT, visited nearby Lindvquist Beach/Smith Bay twice. Close to Wyndham, best beach on STT, operated by Magens Bay Authority with nominal security. Great place to spend the day. Enjoy your trip, create your ow...
by joshua
Sun Mar 01, 2009 8:14 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Our experience with Budget Car Rental, St. Thomas (LONG)
Replies: 11
Views: 3067

For the first time ever this time we rented from Dependable instead of Budget; their quote for a van was higher than Budget, but I liked the conversation when I called; call it a hunch or whatever. We've rented from Budget about 8 times, only one issue (van promised but no such vehicle, ended up wit...
by joshua
Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:33 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: St. Thomas
Replies: 28
Views: 3723

Having stayed on STT about 12 times (and visited STJ about 10 times), St Croix (STX) twice, we have experience but don't pretend to be experts. We keep finding new things every trip, especially with "newbies". We enjoy exploring each island. Here are my observations/personal opinions: STX ...
by joshua
Tue Jan 27, 2009 7:27 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa for 10
Replies: 18
Views: 3407

All:
Now THAT's the value of this board!
THanks for all of the tips, we'll check them out via web and then try to swing by our short list picks in February.
I really appreciate all of the ideas!
by joshua
Sun Jan 25, 2009 6:38 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa for 10
Replies: 18
Views: 3407

Sorry for lack of details!
I'd say April or May.
At this point, no kids.
by joshua
Sun Jan 25, 2009 5:01 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Your opinion please
Replies: 30
Views: 4689

No problem...
24 days, I'm 99% packed.
Cruzan rum, Chesney, forum.
Check.
by joshua
Sun Jan 25, 2009 4:59 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa for 10
Replies: 18
Views: 3407

Villa for 10

We're looking for a villa on STJ in 2011 (I know, but we're REALLY planning ahead!). Anticipating 5 couples. I know there has been a lot of discussion on this board about different villas, but this is a large group in need of cliose accomodations. Any suggestions? We'll be there shortly and may get ...
by joshua
Sun Jan 25, 2009 4:55 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Counting Down...
Replies: 2
Views: 795

Thanks - sounds like fun!
We're mostly snorklers in the water and hikers on land...but climbing sounds like fun...we'll check it out.
by joshua
Sat Jan 24, 2009 4:22 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Counting Down...
Replies: 2
Views: 795

Counting Down...

Down to 3 weeks, getting anxious. Probably our 10th trip to the US and British Virgins, not counting several trips years ago to St. Croix. Staying on STT again, visiting STJ, Jost, Indians, ... We have lots of activity planned to new places this year thanks to the input on this board (which is the b...
by joshua
Sat Jan 03, 2009 8:02 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Amazing comment about USVI article today
Replies: 16
Views: 3395

Everyone is entitled to an opinion and experiences vary, but the island and people he describes are not anything that I've experienced in more than 6 trips to STT, STJ, or STX...
by joshua
Tue Dec 16, 2008 9:36 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Holiday Inn St Thomas
Replies: 5
Views: 1453

Never stayed there, but visited for a Rotary meeting (yes, I do "make ups" even on vacation!) I enjoy meeting new people... Nothing major of note; somewhat run down but very centrally located for shopping and good restaurants, easy taxi ride to beaches. Not a horrible choice for a couple o...