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by sherpa
Sun Sep 18, 2011 8:25 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: A House of Open Arms
Replies: 7
Views: 4235

House of Open Arms

The pool is for the use of the Villa guests. I love that pool...it has the most spectacular view. I probably spent hours just gazing off into the distance. So refreshing and relaxing.
by sherpa
Sat Sep 17, 2011 10:20 am
Forum: British Virgin Islands Travel Forum
Topic: Guavaberry Spring Bay, VG
Replies: 6
Views: 34411

Casita/Guavaberry

Well, this is long overdue. However, the memory of a spectacular week on VG as guests in the Casita at Guavaberry Spring Bay remains as the high point of my all too brief summer vacation. No complaints about the Casita: spectacular location, constant breezes, comfortable and lovely furnishings insid...
by sherpa
Sat Sep 17, 2011 10:04 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: A House of Open Arms
Replies: 7
Views: 4235

House of Open Arms

I have been a guest at the House of Open Arms twice. My husband and I have stayed in the Villa on both visits and on our return visit, we booked the Cottage for our two young adult daughters. Catherine is amazing at what she does. She would not steer you wrong. Her property is currently booked up we...
by sherpa
Wed Jul 06, 2011 9:47 am
Forum: British Virgin Islands Travel Forum
Topic: Guavaberry Spring Bay, VG
Replies: 6
Views: 34411

Guavaberry Spring Bay, VG

Heading down to GSB, staying in Casita for a week. Have you been? Any info about cottage, provisions, what (not)to bring, dining, shopping, snorkeling, etc? Would love to get your views and news! Also, any updates on coming over from StT by ferry (on a Tuesday...afternoon) its been a while since we ...
by sherpa
Thu Jun 23, 2011 10:17 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: sea spirit?
Replies: 7
Views: 2467

sea spirit?

Has anyone stayed at Sea Spirit? Thoughts? Is it too far off the beaten path; amenities, breezes, bugs, etc.? Alternatively, any suggestions for small(for couple) place with a pool or hot tub...privacy, view, a/c in bdrm; under $2000 for third week of July. thanks! p.s. any recommendations on Jeep r...
by sherpa
Sun Jan 24, 2010 7:14 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Best Restaurant on the Island
Replies: 35
Views: 4534

Best by far...Sweet Plantains!!!
by sherpa
Thu Jan 14, 2010 7:53 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report 12/26-1/2 Day 5 Turtles & a Hungry Mongoose
Replies: 8
Views: 1849

we were also out in the rain on 12/30...on a fabulous Hobie Cat adventure with Fuego from Sail Safaris. That was a day!!! Fun sailing...weather sucked. Oh well, you take the good with the bad...still better to have been there than here.
by sherpa
Wed Jan 13, 2010 4:59 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Carry On Question
Replies: 11
Views: 1596

You can rent great gear (mask, fins, snorkel) for the week at Crabby's in Coral Bay for $35
by sherpa
Wed Jan 06, 2010 5:45 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: New security at airports-Anyone travel recently?
Replies: 16
Views: 2552

airport security

Flew to StT from JFK on Delta on 12/26. Got there 2 hours early for an 8:30 flight. Had bdg passes and no checked luggage. There was no line whatsoever for security. They did pull my husband aside when he forgot to present his baggie of liquids-ha! Coming back on 1/2 from StT, again got to airport p...
by sherpa
Tue Dec 22, 2009 5:52 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Is there a weather website to help us choose daily snorkel
Replies: 8
Views: 1260

Cheryl: the view is awesome. I can just barely contain myself over the thought that in just a few short days, my family and I will be enjoying a cold one at "The Tourist Trap" enjoying the fabulous views, friendly folks, and evidently, even the Blue Moon on NYE. WooHoo!!
by sherpa
Fri Dec 11, 2009 4:08 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Sunrise view Coral Bay
Replies: 17
Views: 2167

I have been lurking about on the forum for a while now. After being inspired by these amazing sunrise views, I am now coming out...so to speak. Will be in Coral Bay two short weeks from tomorrow!!! There...I said it...its real and I can't wait.
by sherpa
Sun Mar 22, 2009 10:24 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa Recommendations for Coral Bay PLEASE
Replies: 18
Views: 3781

House of Open Arms - villa: will exceed your expectations!!
by sherpa
Tue Oct 28, 2008 6:47 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: First week of November Rollcall?
Replies: 176
Views: 29581

Sherpa and Neal will be on the island, first time back since '85 on our honeymoon...and we're still married (so far)..hope to meet you all at the Beach Bar
by sherpa
Fri Oct 24, 2008 6:43 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Anybody want to sail???
Replies: 0
Views: 746

Anybody want to sail???

Anybody want to join us on Breath for full day sail on Nov 5 (Wed.) Looking for 2 more people to go along with me and Husband to sail, snorkel, enjoy... you can either PM me (sherpa) or contact Capt. .Jared (340-626-8229) on his cell. I know we will have a great day!!

Randy
by sherpa
Fri Oct 24, 2008 5:33 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Daysails out of Coral Bay
Replies: 12
Views: 2654

daysail

I have been following along on this forum for months...finally today I decided to go public.My husband and I booked a full day sail on Breath for Nov 5 (Wed) ...need 2 more to join us for a fabulous day of snorkeling,sailing,sun, ...we promise to behave! Contact Capt. Jared...it will be a good time!!