Gibney and Honeymoon are 2 of my all-time favorites...but of course I also love Trunk bay in the late afternoon/early evening right up to darkest dusk, and Hawksnest early morning, and Cinnamon on a calm day (nothing's better) and Maho, again in the late afternoon when it's quiet, and Francis, early...

One of my sons honeymooned in St. John when he was only 21 or 22. He rented from a company that I rented from several times before. So I called them and explained the situation and they had no problem renting to my son. If you've rented from a company in STT or STJ before, call them personally and a...

Have you considered renting a unit at Cruz Views? It's close to everything with great views and has a nice, relatively large (compared to those at other STJ condo complexes) pool. Out of the 10 units, 5 are 2-bedroom units. Four of the 2-BR units have a closed door MBR with a captain's ladder up to ...

Having traveled with MANY of my grandkids at that age, I have some great tips for you. One of my daughter-in-laws bought a great little net tent on Amazon that she would use. All 4 sides were netting which allowed all the breezes to go through keeping the babies comfortable if they were happing on t...

Ha ha--meant SALTED caramel!

I totally agree re: Etta's at the MarketPlace. Generous portions, great West Indian food, and you can't find anyplace that cooks and serves it with more love than Etta! If you want a bit fancier experience (sit-down meal at tables inside) and during evening and weekend hours, try Da Coal Pot. New re...

Another vote for Cinnamon Tarn. Stayed there a few years ago and still remember it fondly today. Views can't be beat; spacious. Though I generally prefer central a/c, we were there in March and the breezes and shade from the trees kept it cool. Plus I'm adventurous and loved taking that crazy dirt/r...

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If this doesn't work, would someone please tell me how I can post pictures?

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I stayed at Cruz Views 1 a few weeks ago (owners call it Bliss and book it directly via vrbo and flipkey) and absolutely loved it. Close to town but not in the midst of the 'hub-bub' so you don't get the noise, traffic, congestion etc. Close to everything but up high enough to get great views and so...

I've been down by myself a few times. First time, I was REALLY nervous! Now, I almost prefer it (I hate to say that 'out loud' as it sounds so selfish somehow, but it's really really relaxing to be able to go where I want to go and do what I want to do whenever and wherever I want to! I don't ever g...

You could also try one of the 2 bedroom units at Cruz Views. Close to Cruz Bay--easy walk down to town, tougher to go back up the hill :-). Reasonable. Some units very, very nice; some not so much--each priced accordingly. Pool and deck/gazebo area/gardens very nice. Views are great. I know that #1 ...

Definitely on my "try" list for January. Does anyone know if it's only closed on Sundays or other nights as well?

Hi BaileyBob,

Please read the PM I just sent you, based on my personal experience after asking the exact same question several months back.

So the long island on the horizon is Tortola? Beautiful pic. I haven't driven out to the east end for awhile--each year it seems to get longer and longer to get back into Cruz Bay--so I was thrown for a loop with all the extra homes I see out on that peninsula! Lots of building going on out there. T...

Usually I can tell where your beautiful pictures are taken from and what they are taken of! But you stumped me this time; where did you take the shot & what bay i this??