An option not mentioned would be to get timeshare rentals at the Westin... you get all the advantages of being at the resort (an OK beach, children's program. etc.) and you can rent a car and explore the rest of the island. there are several web sites that do resales of the the timeshares which rang...

Consider renting 1-2timeshare units at the Westin!

Gull cottage is water front , walk able to the Westin. There's a small one bedroom to the left of it... Not sure of the name!

Welcome and we'll be on STJ for Christmas also!

We love Barb and Cary with Paradise Massage
http://www.massagestjohnvi.com/

Most of the listings on vrbo will have a picture of the view from the balcony so you can get a feel for what you will see!

We stayed in enjoyed both of these units - rented directly from owners through vrbo

http://www.vrbo.com/274240

http://www.vrbo.com/276983

Obviously you have been practicing and working out!

Looking forward to the video of the Caribert dance!

Have spent hours looking for a villa for our December trip. Have searched for reviews and read all those that I could find on VIOL & TA forums and still would like some info, particularly recent and first hand, on the following: Le Lapin II Surfside Altagracia ChocoCruz Waterfall Azul Estate Ros...

Music - CDs or an ipod loaded with his favorite music! A Gift Certificate for a massage for his wife. A do it yourself gift certificate of something that they need done at home - lawn mowing, shopping, pet care, etc. Books on tape or CD! Maybe the hospital room has a DVD player and you could take so...

Have friends who did an African safari with OAT and were thrilled!

We took a class with him. Others have praised his work for family pix and someone on island suggested that he wasn't that expensive. His wife does all his bookings and is a delight to work with. I am sure she would answer all your questions and then you could decide!

Steve Simonsen
http://simonsen.photoshelter.com/

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My daughter was living in Singapore so I spent time in SE Asia ear Ire this year. Also went to Bali a few years ago. Here are my blogs from each trip! We really enjoyed Siem Reap! A lot depends on what your interests are! PM if you have any questions! http://web.mac.com/byado18/Jouneys/Welcome.html ...

Delta usually does!