Most stunning beach for proposal

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nomorelurking
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Most stunning beach for proposal

Post by nomorelurking »

OK gang, as most of you know, the big question will be popped on island in December. I am trying to figure out which beach would offer the ideal setting (mix of beauty, privacy, etc). I haven't really been to any South Shore beaches.

So, I ask, if you (mainly the women) could experience getting proposed to on any beach in STJ (or JVD), which would it be?

I love the TGIF beach pics, so please feel free to post any accompanying pictures of your selection. Its 30 here, and I can use a pick me up!

Thanks as always. 49 days till wheels up!
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Teresa_Rae
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Post by Teresa_Rae »

My vote would be for Salomon, but that's only if you don't mind the walk/hike to get there :)
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Gromit
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Post by Gromit »

Jumbie or Gibney
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nomorelurking
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Post by nomorelurking »

Isnt Salomon just a 'short' walk from Estate Lindholm? That is where we will be staying...
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Marcia (Mrs. Pete)
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Post by Marcia (Mrs. Pete) »

You know, there really isn't a bad beach on STJ but, my favorite is Maho. You were planning on doing this first thing in the morning, right? Will you have a Jeep (I forget your specific plans and I'm too lazy to do a search :oops: ) Anywho, if it's early morning, I'd take that drive out to Maho. You'll have the entire beach to yourselves and it is stunning. Plus, if you decide to exchange your vows on STJ, Maho would be the perfect setting for that.
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Post by MrB »

Hike to the top of Rams Head....what can be more memorable than that?

And it's dead easy.
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Gromit
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Post by Gromit »

MrB-- He doesn't want to piss her off or kill her in the process!!

Save the Ram Head hike for the "Til death do you part" stage in the marriage where someone HAS to die ;-)
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Post by lark22 »

Jumbie is so sweet and small (and beautiful); I think it's ideal! I guess the only problem is that if there are other people there, it's harder to find a secluded spot.

Francis also has a special place in our hearts, and it's big enough that you can walk to find some private space.

Cinnamon is so beautiful, but privacy is probably an issue...
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(Hey Gromit...just noticed that we'll be doing the walk of woe as you're arriving!! No fair... :wink: )
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Post by Lulu76 »

Cinnamon is my favorite beach in the world, so I think that'd be an ideal spot for me. If you go early in the morning, it's not as crowded. My second favorite place in the world is the little beach in front of Ivan's on White Bay.

But pretty much if I were in the islands with my man, he could propose to me anywhere. Seriously, I'm not saying no if it's by the bacon at Pine Peace Market! :lol:
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Post by chrisn »

Little Cinnamon knocked my socks off in June but takes some effort to get to. We had that gorgeous little beach completely to ourselves.

If this doesn't sound like a good option, my vote goes to Solomon although last time we were there, it had more peeps on it than I have ever seen.

My personal favorites though are Hawksnest and Honeymoon.

Jumbie would be good if nobody is there.
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Post by LysaC »

Ya- I agree about ditching the death hikes until you are already well into the marriage.

Honestly, any beach or overlook or ruins are great places to pop the question. The entire island of STJ is a freakin' gem.

Have you considered Peace Hill? I've not visited but the pictures of the ruins overlooking the ocean look beautiful! Annanberg Ruins would be a quiet romantic area as well.
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Post by GidgetPicklebrain »

Save the question for the end of your stay. Then return to the spot that holds the most special meaning for the two of you.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. - Confucius

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sasky
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Post by sasky »

The far side of Gibney by the rocks towards Hawksnest. Gorgeous.

I have a soft spot for Jumbie, but again if there are other people there it might be a little weird. BUT if you have it to yourself (which is not unlikely, especially early in the morning), it would be beautiful.

Good luck! :)
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Post by jayseadee »

Honeymoon/Solomon are short hikes from Estate Lindholm; not bad hikes as long as it's not after heavy rains.

Do you have a harbor view at Estate Lindholm? How about proposing at sunset from your balcony - you could have champagne close by (I'm sure Lauren wouldn't mind sneaking a bottle into your fridge).

Good Luck,
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