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  1. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Really BIG Beach House

    by mgtraveler 31 July 2010

    I have got the PERFECT place for you ... Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands. Owned by Sir Richard Branson, you can rent the entire…

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    RE: Jamaica versus US Virgin Islands

    by travelinhoney 29 July 2010

    We have been to both and loved both! For quiet beaches and good snorkeling I recommend the cliffs of Negril. Not traditional beaches with…

  3. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: If I LOVED the Big Island/Hawaii, which Carribean island(s) is for me?

    by mgtraveler 24 July 2010

    One of the first places that comes to mind is British Virgin Islands. Awesome beaches and snorkeling (The Baths on Virgin Gorda is my…

  4. smartcookiee avatar

    RE: Islands with a backpacker vibe and transportation inquiry!

    by smartcookiee 21 July 2010

    Jost Van Dyke is one of the British Virgin Islands. They have a popular NYE party on the beach each year. You take a ferry from Tortola…

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    Islands with a backpacker vibe and transportation inquiry!

    by smartcookiee 20 July 2010

    Hi, I'm planning to spend NYE on Jost and would like to check out a few other islands on this trip. I'll have about 2 weeks in total…

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    Re: is providencia worth it?

    by CheersTerry 13 July 2010

    +"... to say that there is no great diving in Colombia is way off the mark..."+ Well, my opinion only, but honestly I wouldn't put anywhe…

  7. MTL avatar

    RE: Must see Places in Europe (Budget)

    by MTL 04 July 2010

    > I'd be a bit wary of relying on a website that places the British Virgin Islands in Europe, Dubrovnik in France, lists an entry fee…

  8. Germander avatar

    RE: Must see Places in Europe (Budget)

    by Germander 04 July 2010

    That's an interesting link MTL. But have to say I'd be a bit wary of relying on a website that places the British Virgin Islands in Europe,…

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    RE: Must see Places in Europe (Budget)

    by cgbleak 03 July 2010

    Wow, MTL, thanks for the helpful link! Turns out there's a whole shitload of must-see places just in italy I haven't even seen yet! Blue…

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    RE: Island Hopping USVI and BVI (kayak and camp)

    by nilsy 22 June 2010

    Try contacting Arawak Expeditions on St.John - they run kayak trips and may be able to offer some advice. Most of the cays are privately…

  11. aliciamaria avatar

    Island Hopping USVI and BVI (kayak and camp)

    by aliciamaria 22 June 2010

    Heading to St. John for a week and I would like to island hop by kayak and set up camp for the night at different islands. Are the cay's…

  12. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Three weeks in the Caribbean (August)

    by mgtraveler 19 June 2010

    Here's a [link|http://www.cinnamonbay.com/rates.html] to Cinammon Bay's website. Cottages start at $77/night this time of year and go…

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    RE: Three weeks in the Caribbean (August)

    by mgtraveler 19 June 2010

    St. Lucia is very nice and has as much or more to do than just about any other Caribbean island. Do a search for postings on this board…

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    RE: Caribbean and beyond

    by mgtraveler 16 June 2010

    "This time I would like to find a beach town ANYWHERE and just relax-I dont want to spend a million dollars and i want a place with deliciou…

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    Vegetarian Family Would Love Travel Advice

    by katyweil 02 June 2010

    Hello. We will be travelling to the US and British Virgin Islands at the beginning of August. My husband, four year old son, and I are…

  16. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Island hopping - what options are available?

    by mgtraveler 25 May 2010

    #1, that is a pretty comprehensive list. If anything, there may be a few services that aren't running on the list, but I'm not aware of…

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    RE: Virgin Islands vs ABC islands

    by mgtraveler 25 May 2010

    Anguilla wouldn't really make a good base as you don't have ferry connections to anywhere but St. Martin. I would still go with my original…

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    RE: Virgin Islands vs ABC islands

    by mgtraveler 25 May 2010

    Very simple. Here's a link with [ferry information|http://www.virgin-islands-on-line.com/ferry.shtml]. Although you can go to BVI as a…

  19. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Virgin Islands vs ABC islands

    by mgtraveler 25 May 2010

    Given your "wish list", I would say St. John and the US and British Virgin Islands. St. John has several excellent beaches and very good…

  20. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Help choosing a Caribbean island for a 10 day trip - information overload

    by mgtraveler 19 May 2010

    I think there are several places that would fit the bill for what you are looking for. Grenada, St. Lucia, Barbados, Dominican Republic,…

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    Re: Recommended hotel in Tortola for family vacation

    by mercurytwo 18 May 2010

    We stayed at Myett's Garden Inn in October '08 and are returning this October. The room rate was very good considering the amenities and…

  22. palmettoculebra avatar

    RE: BVI, Vieques and Puerto Rico

    by palmettoculebra 16 May 2010

    Good afternoon,I] I used to live in the BVIs & now live in Culebra (sister island to Vieques). BVIs are expensive. Accommodation, transp…

  23. marbil avatar

    Which countries can i migrate to as a British citizen and passport holder

    by marbil 14 May 2010

    Hi, I'm new on here and didnt know quite where to post this. What i am wanting to know is, what countries apart from the EEC countries…

  24. caroundtheworld avatar

    Bars of the BVI - trip report

    by caroundtheworld 01 May 2010

    I was on the Arabella last week, sailing around the U.S., Spanish and British Virgin Islands. The BVI was undoubtedly party central, so…

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    RE: San Francisco to Portland trip - Comments/suggestions, please!

    by tortolian 20 April 2010

    Oh dear - replied to lots of people yesterday but my post seems to have been eaten... First, thanks to smartcookie, I got a room in Mendo…

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