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  1. LemonFreshScent avatar

    RE: U.S. Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico?

    by LemonFreshScent 30 May 2012

    In fairness, PR and USVI are the cheapest places to fly to from Texas. I was leaning towards flying into San Juan because it's really…

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    RE: Going to St. Thomas without hotel reservations?

    by LemonFreshScent 30 May 2012

    Gosh! Is there an island that is safer and more budget friendly than USVI? I keep looking at the prices and I'm getting sticker shock,…

  3. fastfish avatar

    Re: Sailing in SJDS

    by fastfish 29 May 2012

    There is a haul out at the boat yard there but no dockage. At the south end is a commercial area where you can pull up to a set of concrete…

  4. cslunk avatar

    Cruise or independent islands and ferries?

    by cslunk 28 May 2012

    We (55-65) are thinking of a Southern Caribbean Cruise in February going to/from San Juan to Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Maarten…

  5. palmettoculebra avatar

    RE: How Tourists Can Help Puerto Rico's Stray Dogs

    by palmettoculebra 28 May 2012

    We (AWC) partner with several groups on the big island & all are always seeking escorts. Too, 99% of our animals are adopted to the states,…

  6. aguilafan avatar

    RE: moving to San Juan, Puerto Rico

    by aguilafan 27 May 2012

    Which school? That will dictate the neighborhood. There are rental apartments available. Buying a car is the same process as anywhere…

  7. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Summer in the Caribbean

    by mgtraveler 27 May 2012

    I have been to and dived all three places you mentioned and here's my high level comparison: Bay Islands - Decent diving and least expens…

  8. gypo avatar

    inexpensive accomodation by the beach

    by gypo 25 May 2012

    Going to PR in July for 2 weeks, thinking probably a stay of one week in San Juan, and then a week on the beach somewhere. We are a young…

  9. bamemory avatar

    Re: partner to hitchhike Rosario - Misiones (Iguazu)

    by bamemory 24 May 2012

    *+24-January-2007 post:+* *+Lost in Argentina !+* Hello, I am the father of Annagreth Wuergler (31), who , travelling on her bike i…

  10. johnsang avatar

    RE: Old Towns

    by johnsang 23 May 2012

    The only things comparable that I am aware of or can think of right now are Cambria, San Juan Bautista, perhaps parts of San Luis Obispo…

  11. eddie35 avatar

    Puerto Rico, first time, SEPT..7 days..

    by eddie35 23 May 2012

    Thinking about planning a trip to PR in SEPT for 7 days..The research that I have gathered is telling me that is right smack in HURRICANE…

  12. nutraxfornerves avatar

    RE: Old Towns

    by nutraxfornerves 23 May 2012

    The towns that #1 listed are not what you are looking for. It's a joke. [_This list of historic sites on the California Coast_|http://ww…

  13. trent84 avatar

    RE: Colca Canyon - Independant Trek - Want to come with ?

    by trent84 23 May 2012

    The rover is the infamous Wild Rover. Its not a bad hostel. Good beds, and good food. And a good bar. Its a bit more laid back than the…

  14. gwapo avatar

    RE: Need a beach

    by gwapo 22 May 2012

    You dont really have much time so consider the beaches in La Union after your Banaue experience. Look at San Juan to the north of San…

  15. surfboy avatar

    RE: Need a beach

    by surfboy 22 May 2012

    I assume you mean the Rice Terraces of Banaue? Not so easy to go from there to a beach, but maybe one possibilty is La Union, accessible…

  16. mamadocann avatar

    moving to San Juan, Puerto Rico

    by mamadocann 21 May 2012

    My daughter is moving to Puerto Rico graduate studies. She needs to find an apartment - and buy some furniture. Does anyone have suggestio…

  17. misterbee avatar

    RE: Best way to get from Belize City to Guatemala City airport?

    by misterbee 21 May 2012

    Fastest ==> Fly Tropic Air flies between BC International and Flores, Guatemala, and there is a connecting flight with TAG to Guatemala…

  18. johnsang avatar

    RE: 8 days Monterey 4 days in Santa barbara

    by johnsang 20 May 2012

    Hi Leanne, I think 8 days in the Monterey Bay area is great, there is a lot to see and do there. Besides Monterey itself with all of its…

  19. socalman avatar

    RE: 8 days Monterey 4 days in Santa barbara

    by socalman 19 May 2012

    Four days in smarmy Santa Barbara would leave one delirious from boredom. Perhaps you could add Pinnacles Nat'l Monument for some outdoor…

  20. montereyjack avatar

    RE: Yet Another US Road Trip - Timing Question

    by montereyjack 19 May 2012

    You have had some superstars show up on this thread. The California coast, north and south of SF, has great stops. Easy to do four to…

  21. chris0daniel avatar

    RE: Looking for interesting pockets of culture close to Mexico City

    by chris0daniel 15 May 2012

    Perizoso--It’s great that you plan to attend XIcotepec’s fiesta of “Juanito Techachalco” who apparently is Xochipili/Indigenous Go …

  22. Jagman avatar

    RE: The witches of Siquijor!

    by Jagman 14 May 2012

    Nope, no Aswang...but I did meet Eric the Viking in San Juan, he does a very nice buffet lunch on Sundays!

  23. chris0daniel avatar

    RE: Looking for interesting pockets of culture close to Mexico City

    by chris0daniel 12 May 2012

    MORE ABOUT JUNE-JULY FIESTA DATES – SMALL TOWNS IN NORTHERN PUEBLA In a post above I mentioned that I once attended two great small tow…

  24. chris0daniel avatar

    RE: Looking for interesting pockets of culture close to Mexico City

    by chris0daniel 11 May 2012

    "I'm likely to check out the Sierra Norte of Puebla and maybe even the Hidalgo idea -- always been curious about Hidalgo" Fortunately,…

  25. elviajeromaya avatar

    RE: Why not Guatemala? [wishlists, things to improve traveling experiences]

    by elviajeromaya 10 May 2012

    *@chefhagan: Are there actually less tourists per year according to Inguat statistics?* Nope, the numbers show an increase, _their reports_…

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