Advice for Honeymooners?

linz02m · Post by **linz02m** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 2:15 pm

Hi everyone,

My fiance and I are leaving next Monday to spend our honeymoon on St. John.

We are splitting the trip up between staying in Cruz Bay half the time and Coral Bay the other half. Do you have any advice for things us honeymooners should do while we are there? Best restaurants or other "must have" experiences??

This is some of what we were thinking of:
Day Sail to BVI(which place is best and what's best to see there?)
Trunk Bay of course
Parasailing
Honeymoon Beach
Couples Massage

I would love to hear your input!

TropicAtHeart · Post by **TropicAtHeart** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 2:24 pm

I highly recommend Breakaway for a trip to BVI. http://www.visitbreakaway.com/

It's important to be on a fast boat like they have in order to have more time to stop at the great places they go like The Baths in Virgin Gorda. They are able to get to 4 different places, so you really get to see a lot. Professional crew. It isn't private if that's what you're looking for. A private charter will cost you a lot more.

Don't miss "Honeymoon Beach" on St. John.

CariBert · Post by **CariBert** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 2:58 pm

Where are you staying in Cruz and Coral Bays?

-Bert

linz02m · Post by **linz02m** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 3:04 pm

In Cruz Bay we are staying in a villa by Klein Bay. On the Coral Bay side we are staying at the Coral Rays villa at the East End.

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iowaguy · Post by **iowaguy** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 3:43 pm

Hey Linz02---

Are you staying at Latitude Villa? I think I remember you mentioning that from a prior post----that house looks wonderful. Please let us know how it is.

If so, the pebble beach at Klein Bay is about a block away from you. Really nice snorkeling spot.

Try Zozo's and Waterfront Bistro for romantic dinners.

Be sure to visit Salomon Bay.

Visit several art galleries (Bajo el Sol, Coconut Coast are two suggestions).

Get a nice bottle of wine (or several) for happy hour at your villa.

My wife and I spent our honeymoon on St. John many years ago and it still holds a special place for us. Enjoy!

Suds · Post by **Suds** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:02 pm

Dear Linz02m,

Advice, yes- I would humbly submit that it is paramount to stay out of the sun or at least ensure very good protection- you'll appreciate it later- believe me.

Perhaps purchase a few nice jewelry items, ie earrings have them gift wrapped. Now when you are seated at a nice restaurant and having a cocktail say something sincere and produce the gift. Very simple, doesn't have to expensive but you do need to say something from the heart. Make sure she doesn't know- stealth man! Take a few maybe 3 or 4 you can also bring one hidden in a towel to the beach. Just wait for the right moment. It's not about the thing- it's about you and that you planned for it.

Have a great honeymoon!

Suds

jimg20 · Post by **jimg20** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:09 pm

TropicAtHeart wrote:I highly recommend Breakaway for a trip to BVI. http://www.visitbreakaway.com/

It's important to be on a fast boat like they have in order to have more time to stop at the great places they go like The Baths in Virgin Gorda. They are able to get to 4 different places, so you really get to see a lot. Professional crew. It isn't private if that's what you're looking for. A private charter will cost you a lot more.

That description and the web site sound an awful lot like the trip we took last year with New Horizon II. Is this the same group with a new name?

JIM

bevm · Post by **bevm** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 7:13 pm

http://stjohnlinks.com/Local/MassageStJohn/index.htm
For a massage I highly recommend Barb and Cary. We are in Coral Bay right now and they came on Fri.
Island Blues, Aqua Bistro and Shipwreck Landing are great for food. Island Blues has karaoke on Mon. if you dare.
We did a day sail on Scubadu last year to Jost Van Dyke and Foxy's. Capt. Joe Mellen was great. He cooked us lunch (Steak Caesar Salad) and it was a really fun day!
Happy Honeymoon! You'll love this island I'm sure!!

bevm · Post by **bevm** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 7:15 pm

FYI Scubadu is a Catamaran, not a power boat. If you want to get in "full island mode" a Cat is the way to go..

waterguy · Post by **waterguy** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 9:38 pm

Jmg
They have 2 boats breakaway is the larger one

bokay · Post by **bokay** » Tue Apr 22, 2008 6:54 am

For couples massage call Barb and Cary, Paradise Massage, I think their number is 340-642-5666...what a romantic experience for your honeymoon! And congratulations!

liamsaunt · Post by **liamsaunt** » Tue Apr 22, 2008 10:04 am

Congratulations!

I would also recommend that you plan to visit Gibney and Jumbie beaches. They are usually quiet and sometimes you'll even have them to yourself!

jimg20 · Post by **jimg20** » Tue Apr 22, 2008 11:07 am

If the jewelry idea catches your attention, you might want to go to Charlotte Amalie to let her pick out the piece she would like. We have found the prices lower than the US. There is an expectation that some dickering will take place. If you go early in your stay and make it clear that you are NOT on a ship, a better deal can be made. Let them know that you will come back later in the week and, if there is still room to deal, the price will drop to keep you in the store.

JIM

patr · Post by **patr** » Tue Apr 22, 2008 8:24 pm

Hey Linz,

Congrats!

My advise to you is to relax and enjoy!

Try not to overplan - let the island and your mood dictate your daily outings. (villa days are great too)

You'll have a fantastic time.

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