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Chris at Work

Chris at Work
@chris-at-work
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Joined: January 21, 2005 10:25 am
Topics: 25 / Replies: 1113
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Re: hurricanes

Hello Sherry It is too far out to make any predictions (even the best weather predictions don't cover more than 4 days). I would not worry too mu...

20 years ago
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Re: Need villa help!

Couldn't find Asontour (spelling) but if you want to be close to the restaurants, I suggest Chez Shell over Winsome. The Coral Bay area is ~20 minutes...

20 years ago
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Re: Anyone familiar with Reef Bay View Villa?

CAPS...been there & done that. 🙂 Reef Bay View. Haven't stayed there but did stay at Second Wind offered by the same company and in Reef Bay....

20 years ago
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Re: It has been asked before???

Unless the weather 'event' has a name attached, do not be concerned.

20 years ago
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Re: Best snorkel boat trips

Hello mantaraye We used Wayward Sailor out of Cruz Bay with Captain Phil. It's a 6 passemger 1/2 or full day sale and Phil takes you to various p...

20 years ago
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Re: Where to stay

Hello s valentine If you have not been to the USVI before, I would suggest you plan on STJ for your 25th. Quieter, more romantic and still close...

20 years ago
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Re: thanks to Islander and Chris

Hello karrieb Have a great time and be careful with the rum...too much may help you create new memories but you might not recall them. 🙂

20 years ago
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Re: water question for Chris@work

Hello karrieb If by 'pristine' you mean natural spring, glacier pure or some other marketing name...you can buy it but the local filtered water i...

20 years ago
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Re: Recent visit,Customer service

The attitude could be due to 'inevitable supply' syndrome and unfortunately one sees it more and more often in many walks of life. The thought process...

20 years ago
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Re: Can I bring a water filter for villa?

Rather than drag a Brita pitcher or try to fit a tap version, just buy gallon jugs of filtered water from the grocery store. The price is less than $1...

20 years ago
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Re: Closest good swimming beach to Coral Bay?

Hanson, Salt Pond and if you have a 4WD, the Lameshur Bays all offer good sandy beaches. Don't let the 15-20 drive to Maho & Francis turn you off to N...

20 years ago
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Re: Another newbie looking for Villa recommendations on St John

I would contact some of the 'larger' operators and tell them your dates/needs. They can advise what is available. Also remember that you are traveling...

20 years ago
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Re: Westin, St. John

Hello AmyR Do not limit yourself to the grounds of the Westin. Although their pool is great, the beach is not and STJ has so much more to offer. ...

20 years ago
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Re: Which day sail is best?

Hello canoebase Texasgal's comments are valid if you prefer to have a lot of lounge room. Although his boat holds 6, we had just the 4 of us and ...

20 years ago
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Re: Which day sail is best?

Hello canoebase My family and I went on the Wayward Sailor with Phil and had a fantastic time. If you are looking for a party boat...keep lookin...

20 years ago
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Re: Does anyone recognize this STJ beach or bay?

Agree with ccasebolt Your description is closest to Drunk Bay, located between Nanny Point and Ram Hill with access via East side of Salt Pond. T...

20 years ago
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Re: Snorkel rentals in STJ?

I'm with Diana...bring your own. Aside from the money, if you are staying for a week, you will spend most of the time snorkeling. If you rent, yo...

20 years ago
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Re: Which day sail is best?

The size of your party eliminates many of the smaller charters whose limit is 6 people. For your group, I would suggest New Horizons II, who travel to...

20 years ago
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Re: And now Big Maho?

Paradise Lost? Maybe not...but we are losing it piece by(buy) piece. Thank God for the Parks System.

20 years ago
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Re: Trip Report (part 1) Excrciatingly Long!

Glad you liked Cap'n Phil. My family was really wrapped up in him. How did his knee surgery go? I assume everything worked out since he is back on the...

20 years ago
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