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by Robbo
Thu Jan 01, 2009 8:10 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: villa help
Replies: 10
Views: 1676

Cocotier sounds perfect for you! The wife and i stayed there last year. it was too much (but great) for just the two of us... but it has everything you need. 4 bedrooms (all separate), pool, hot tub, grill... and it's beautiful! the only thing i'd be worried about is driveway space. there really wou...
by Robbo
Sat Dec 13, 2008 12:20 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Ceremonies on St. John
Replies: 7
Views: 2030

we used Stacy for our November 2007 wedding and can't say enough good things. She knew what she was doing and everything went off without a hitch. I would recommend her to anyone that is getting married on St. John! We had difficulties with the photographer that she chose for us... but i'm not going...
by Robbo
Mon Nov 10, 2008 5:33 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Best Virgin Islands Hot Sauce?
Replies: 21
Views: 7345

Trinidad Charlie has my vote...both the Original and the Key Lime are equally good. try them on fish, you won't regret it!
by Robbo
Sun Jun 01, 2008 10:00 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: How are you planning to afford a trip?
Replies: 45
Views: 8676

Re: spirit + cinnamon

curtisdesign wrote:we book last minute with spirit air... they'll drop prices from chicago to $99 each way if you have the nerve to wait that long...
wow...i've never seen a fare that low! how "last minute" would i need to book? i'm here in chicagoland, nd itching to take a quick trip.

robbo
by Robbo
Mon Apr 21, 2008 9:28 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: St. John Brewers beer- can anyone mail me some?
Replies: 6
Views: 1819

drat, they can't ship to illinois! i was so hopeful, too!

oh well...back to the drawing board.

r
by Robbo
Sun Apr 20, 2008 11:09 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: St. John Brewers beer- can anyone mail me some?
Replies: 6
Views: 1819

St. John Brewers beer- can anyone mail me some?

Hi Everyone! My wife and I are hosting a microbrew party in a few weeks, and i thought it would be nice to kick the party off with some of St. John Brewer's finest....the only catch is, i can't find any in or around Chicago. Does anyone know where i can get some shipped from, or...does anyone feel l...
by Robbo
Sun Apr 06, 2008 1:22 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Ritz Carlton to Acquire Maho Bay?
Replies: 62
Views: 160968

i'm a bit late, too...but it as a damn good april fools joke. cheers!
by Robbo
Thu Mar 27, 2008 11:24 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: STJ vs STT questions
Replies: 33
Views: 7545

we've only been to stj once, so i only have 1 story to tell...but we did just what you said...took the cab to st. john and never looked back. well, no..we did go to stt. we had to pick up our wedding license, and while we were there, we did a little shopping. no exploring, though...just spending.
by Robbo
Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:36 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Construction Noise on Gifft Hill
Replies: 4
Views: 1781

mbw1024 wrote:when I was there in Nov. I could hear some hammering off in the distance but never anything bothersome.
i'll second this statement. we were also there in november with no noise problems. granted, we were in VGE...but there is an equal amount of construction going on in there, i think.

r
by Robbo
Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:32 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Dumb question, Is passport required for St John?
Replies: 5
Views: 1574

Re: Passports

We just applied for passports for our kids today and they told us that we would get them in 6 weeks, quicker if we want them expedited. If you're 7 weeks out you should be ok. they told me that it would take that long, but i got mine in 4 (last november) without expediting. you're in good shape wit...
by Robbo
Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:17 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Obama on STT
Replies: 26
Views: 7614

Looks like The Ritz to me http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/03/24/obama-hits-st-thomas-meets-with-governor-unofficially/ at least he's not bringing the entourage and photog. to st. john... keep the press away as much as possible...keep st. john tranquil. EDIT: then again, i'm sure that ever...
by Robbo
Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:09 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Looks like airfare from ORD to STT took a dip
Replies: 7
Views: 2385

Re: Looks like airfare from ORD to STT took a dip

I've been tracking flights from ORD to STT on Kayak and Yapta, and they just took a dip for most months. Just wanted to post in case anyone can take advantage of it! It's snowing here... wish I could book those flights. we keep getting closer and closer... just waiting to see if stacey gets a new j...
by Robbo
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:57 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Looking for the best Island vacation songs
Replies: 55
Views: 13577

My Personal favs:

Island in the Sun - Weezer
Holiday - Weezer
Autumn Nocturne - Smashing Pumpkins
Coconut - Harry Nilsson

i'm sure there are more...but with the songs already suggested by everyone, you have a few hours worth already!

r
by Robbo
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:43 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Asolare Restaurant Location
Replies: 8
Views: 2803

I also think that #1 is the correct building...though, i've never been there by plane (so i've only seen it from ground level). you'll see the sign on the left hand side, though...you can't miss it (i've also attached a picture) http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2231/2336208054_742d47ac7d_m.jpg my wife...