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by mdcoles1
Tue Aug 23, 2016 2:09 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report – May/June – Part 3 – Encounters with Critters
Replies: 7
Views: 6800

Re: Trip Report – May/June – Part 3 – Encounters with Critte

We were hanging out in the ruins of the custom house, enjoying our sandwiches and the view, when we were attacked by a herd (flock?, pride?) of iguanas. Had to have been at least 10-15 of them. They were also totally fearless, coming at us with their mouths open and not running off when we tried to...
by mdcoles1
Mon Jul 18, 2016 1:38 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Norman Island or nearby snorkeling
Replies: 6
Views: 5432

Re: Norman Island or nearby snorkeling

In my research for September, I just became aware of
http://www.motoryachtcinnamonbay.com/

They do both group and private charters to the "treasure islands"
by mdcoles1
Thu Jul 07, 2016 1:28 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Today's car barge update. It's not pretty.
Replies: 5
Views: 4257

Re: Today's car barge update. It's not pretty.

i would be willing to bet it is more of an inconvenience to those that actually live on STJ than to those of us who are only visiting. :)
by mdcoles1
Thu Jun 30, 2016 9:35 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: pools separate from house or with safety gates
Replies: 5
Views: 5173

Re: pools separate from house or with safety gates

wow...these are all great suggestions..>THANKS
by mdcoles1
Wed Jun 29, 2016 10:42 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: New Hansen Bay parking - good or bad?
Replies: 6
Views: 5825

Re: New Hansen Bay parking - good or bad?

the fact that there is no more fried chicken being served may just reduce the people driving out...I almost cried when I heard.
by mdcoles1
Tue Jun 21, 2016 3:51 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: pools separate from house or with safety gates
Replies: 5
Views: 5173

pools separate from house or with safety gates

Looking at a family vaca next year with 6 yr old grandson. Need 3 br/AC and would love a pool but cannot comfortably do one without some type of separation from main house or gate. Any one have personal experience with a home that offers this this type of set up?
by mdcoles1
Wed May 25, 2016 10:29 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: TSA lines
Replies: 11
Views: 9192

Re: TSA lines

Local Press Release Wednesday, February 18, 2015 ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — The Transportation Security Administration today announced the start of TSA Pre✓® operations at Cyril E. King Airport (STT). TSA Pre✓® is an expedited screening program that allows select STT flyers to leave on their ...
by mdcoles1
Tue May 24, 2016 1:48 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: TSA lines
Replies: 11
Views: 9192

Re: TSA lines

After having nightmare TSA lines this year in Orlando and Puerto Rico, I just bit the bullet and applied for/paid for the TSA precheck -$85.00/good for 5 years. I only fly about 6 times per year, but my husband has this as he flies weekly for work. And its no fun to travel with someone who gets to s...
by mdcoles1
Tue May 24, 2016 11:26 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Car rental companies demanding letter from insurance company
Replies: 27
Views: 43388

Re: Car rental companies demanding letter from insurance com

just to clarify, it is on the website AND on my email confirmation that this is needed. You really dont have to read a bunch of contract stuff to know this. I can sympathise with no knowing. Stuff happens, and anyone can be caught off guard. But, it would appear these business are doing enough that ...
by mdcoles1
Thu May 19, 2016 8:29 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Car rental companies demanding letter from insurance company
Replies: 27
Views: 43388

Re: Car rental companies demanding letter from insurance com

I have rented from Courtesy for 10 plus years & have always provided this letter. As previously stated it is right on the website. It is a protection the owner has deemed important for both parties. You can choose where you want to rent. Sorry but its not a "ripp off" just because you ...
by mdcoles1
Mon Mar 14, 2016 6:57 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report 2/22-3/3
Replies: 3
Views: 3345

Re: Trip Report 2/22-3/3

Interesting info re: snorkel masks as i was considering a purchase. I have read a few other reviews sharing this same type of experience. It's one thing for the "valve" to cut off when you have a partial mask on and you can easily raise you head up and breath out of your mouth after "...
by mdcoles1
Wed Feb 24, 2016 10:10 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa Rental Insurance
Replies: 16
Views: 11390

Re: Villa Rental Insurance

I would do 1/3 and have my own policy assuming I could provide the proof the insurance company requires for reimbursement for the villa portion. Are you each paying the rental company or owner? Or is one person making the full payment? Is there only 1 person listed on the rental contract? These thin...
by mdcoles1
Wed Feb 24, 2016 9:07 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Villa Rental Insurance
Replies: 16
Views: 11390

Re: Villa Rental Insurance

I just purchased insurance for our October trip. You choose the amount that you are insured for. Each person would need a policy for the expenses they prepaid that are non-refundable. Most policies also include trip delays/cancellations/interruption (can help with lodging, re-booking costs, meals), ...
by mdcoles1
Mon Feb 22, 2016 9:02 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: VRBO has initiated their new service fee
Replies: 11
Views: 9812

Re: VRBO has initiated their new service fee

If I was a first time visitor, I would probably find the payment arrangements through VRBO comforting. Since I am re-renting directly with a property owner, I feel comfortable paying directly. I do purchase trip insurance. I just booked a return trip in October. This will be our 6th visit. I was sho...
by mdcoles1
Tue Feb 16, 2016 6:22 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Beach Chair Rental
Replies: 11
Views: 8241

Re: Beach Chair Rental

I have actually seen people put a luggage tag on those collapsable chairs in a bag & check them