Jo-Ann, Check out Great Expectations. It is currently available for your time frame. http://www.greatexpectationsusvi.com We've stayed there a few times and greatly enjoyed it. The bedrooms are separate from the Great Room, all equal, air conditioned, and have outdoor showers :D The Great Room is f...

After reading the post from the frustrated villa owner, and several of the responses from villa renters, I was wondering - what IS preferred? For instance, someone mentioned that they will leave token souvenir items behind as a "house gift". I think we are all expected to leave the place ...

Lysa, thank you so much your great input. Information like yours is what makes this forum so invaluable. Sarah - I so agree with you! The actual vacation time goes by SO fast, that the preplanning actually becomes part of my vacation! And I want pictures of my vacations! I wish I could find better ...

I would LOVE some feedback on these three villas (Paloma Blanca, Mystic Ridge, and Sea Forever)! FYI: things we are looking for are: 3 fairly equal bedrooms, with A/C at least that many bathrooms garden showers are SO nice! large pool jacuzzi / hot tub (if it is next to the pool, all the better!) k...

We've usually accessed, either by driving and/or hiking, most beaches. And yes, we are generally always pleased by the snorkling experience found right off STJ beaches. However, don't rule out the day trip! One good thing about those day-cruises is the benefit of having a private travel guide. We'v...

FlaSteph, Do yourself a HUGE favor. Call / write / e-mail Ronnie, and see if it is possible to just drop by the Crystal Palace to meet him and see his place. It will be an unforgettable experience. Ronnie was my introduction to the USVI. I had never been there, did not know what to expect, and was ...

I used to go to the Cayman Islands until about 10 years ago. The snorkling in Cayman is fantastic; the terrain is quite flat. On Grand Cayman you will find lots of international flavor, restaurants, shopping, and of course every major bank in the world. If you want to get away from it all, you coul...