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by Maggy
Fri Jul 14, 2023 10:00 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Rum Point, Grand Cayman - Panorama
Replies: 13
Views: 16308

WOW - that is just fantastic!!
by Maggy
Sun Jul 09, 2023 10:33 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Should I remove the dinghy from the Sandy Spit panorama?
Replies: 7
Views: 2192

I think you should keep it. It melts in very good and adds something to the picture.

I have a similar issue with a red dinghy on one of my photos (posted the question on the OT-forum).
by Maggy
Fri Jul 07, 2023 6:48 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Catamaran Trip Report - ScubaGirl, Kellyanna, CA Girl
Replies: 63
Views: 15502

Thank you so much for the report and the pictures. It has been a pleasure following you on your trip. A week sailing in the BVI's is on my list of things I want to do. Thanks for sharing.
by Maggy
Mon Apr 07, 2014 3:34 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?
Replies: 21
Views: 6208

Re: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?

It is indeed a wonderful relaxed place, but just for your info, there is no pool at Guavaberry. If you want a pool, rent one of the private villas Guavaberry manages. You can still enjoy Guavaberry's facilities, like beach chairs, towels, commissary etc
by Maggy
Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:09 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?
Replies: 21
Views: 6208

Re: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?

Guavaberry is much better than it's website and the individual cottages are spread out among the boulders. Not at all like a campsite, if you ask me. They are situated on both sides of the small road, with better views from the upper cottages and they also have a better breeze. It's a few more minut...
by Maggy
Thu Apr 03, 2014 2:44 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?
Replies: 21
Views: 6208

Re: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?

Just want to add that if you are leaving Virgin Gorda a Saturday and fly out from STT, there is an 8.30 am ferrry to STT from VG so you're in Charlotte Amalie already at 10am. Try and get off the ferry early for an easy customs clearance. Then it's just 10 minutes with taxi to the airport from the f...
by Maggy
Wed Apr 02, 2014 12:13 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?
Replies: 21
Views: 6208

Re: VG first, then STJ or STJ then VG?

We have split our vacation between STJ and VG two times, with the third time doing this combo, coming up in two weeks. We always start with St John first, as it feels like VG is better suited once you have relaxed completely. That said, we love both. Going back on a Saturday from VG to STT is easy w...
by Maggy
Wed Feb 19, 2014 10:53 am
Forum: British Virgin Islands Travel Forum
Topic: Guavaberry houses
Replies: 3
Views: 29668

Re: Guavaberry houses

The houses that are farthest up doesn't have ac. They have better breeze and great views. I think all the houses on the upper side (lefthand side) are OK when it comes to the view. They all have something good, privacy, large deck, great view. Our favorite so far is Banyan (no ac). Have been wanting...
by Maggy
Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:30 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Just ridiculous!
Replies: 22
Views: 27761

Re: Just ridiculous!

I know many say "any day on St. John is better than ...", however, I think being there with the best things inaccessible must be draining. Don and I went to the Grand Canyon last week. I would have been devastated if our trip had been planned during this shutdown and we had to find Plan B...
by Maggy
Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:20 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: November - who is on island?
Replies: 31
Views: 10275

Re: November - who is on island?

November 1-9. First time in two years.
by Maggy
Tue Sep 03, 2013 12:23 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?
Replies: 20
Views: 8094

Re: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?

Yes, we always have to pay the extra insurance and I'm fine with that. But this international permit is just a way to collect more money from certain visitors. That's what I have an opinion about.
by Maggy
Tue Sep 03, 2013 10:32 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?
Replies: 20
Views: 8094

Re: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?

Also, I have uncounted this requirement on several islands, especially EU ones, as I was an American. Also in several Asian countries. I don't think that's nice either. Only place this happened to us was the BVI's until 2005 and Rarotonga in the Cook islands. And both these countries charged everyo...
by Maggy
Tue Sep 03, 2013 4:37 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?
Replies: 20
Views: 8094

Re: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?

I don't think it's any problem renting a car. You just have to pay the $20-25 extra for the permit, because you don't have a US licence. Like Eric wrote, just a way to bring in money from some tourists :evil: . I don't think a regular International drivers licence will help. My impression is that th...
by Maggy
Tue Sep 03, 2013 12:08 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?
Replies: 20
Views: 8094

Re: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?

Exactly my point. Very discriminating :evil: and it's only valid for 30 days, so you can't even use it again, even if you visit twice a year.

How come btw, it cost $20 or $25 depending on agency? You would think it has a set price and not a flexible one.

Appreciate your replies Eric on St John.
by Maggy
Mon Sep 02, 2013 3:59 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?
Replies: 20
Views: 8094

Re: What's up with rental cars to non Americans?

Thank you so much for your explanation. I guessed it was something like that. I have got an answer from a rental agency that they sell it there. No problem. But I'm very disappointed that we have to pay an extra $25 for nothing. Maybe they don't want too many foreign visitors.