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Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch!
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24-Nov-2009 00:55
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24-Nov-2009 12:28
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location: Antigua & Barbuda
I'm in Antigua now ... just fresh off the boat from a Carnival Cruise through the eastern Caribbean. I'm convinced now that you have to take a cruise in order to understand travel in parts of the Caribbean. The cruise ship lets you off for generally about 4-6 hours so you have time for a well-orchestrated stop or set of stops at selected tourist sites. You don't browse or follow serendipity or take time to explore what the locals are doing. But I thoroughly enjoyed the cruise. I'm wondering if there are any other former adventure travelers out there who have taken a cruise on one of the big cruise lines and have really enjoyed it.
Other posts about my trip can be found at: http://www.wanderings.andyewilliams.com
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24-Nov-2009 00:44
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mreggi »
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24-Nov-2009 00:44
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I will go to Dominica next february and I would like to go to ST Lucia a couple of days by ferry. It seems impossible to book the ship online and I tried to contact them but with no answer. Any idea to book it in advance?
Moreover I would like to know if in february it is possible to see turtle nesting on the beach of grand Anse.
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24-Nov-2009 00:30
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mondug »
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24-Nov-2009 12:41
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mgtraveler »
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location: Saint Lucia
Hey,
My parents are planning to go to St Lucia for 2 and half weeks in January. Is this too long?
They are both turning 60 but are still quick active. They are looking for something relaxing but I know that my father will get bored very easy. Is there much for him to do? 2 and half weeks is a lot of time if there is not much to do! Is there any islands apart from St. Lucia that he could explore?
Mon
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23-Nov-2009 15:42
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DeLisaLou »
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24-Nov-2009 12:58
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jamdownron »
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location: Jamaica
Just booked a spur of moment flight to Montego Bay for this Wednesday. Planning 5 days on the beach. I'm a woman traveling alone and I would like to find relaxed, cheap accommodation on the beach where I can meet some fun people to hang out with in the evening. Sun by day, reggae, flip flops and cocktails by night.
Is Negril the place to go, rather than Montego Bay? Any recommendations for more hostel type single travelers?
Thanks! DeLisa
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22-Nov-2009 15:18
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adventravels »
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23-Nov-2009 11:06
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Weaver »
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location: Saint Lucia
looking for a bareboat rental out of st lucia during last two weeks of january for 2 people: 32 - 36 footers. older boats okay, budget a consideration.
any suggestions? thanks !
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22-Nov-2009 15:08
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adventravels »
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23-Nov-2009 23:50
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Vincentina »
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location: Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
we're looking for a bareboat rental out of st. vincent. older boats okay. 32' or 36' / two people. we've made some calls and have found only new / expensive boats or the budget lines are already booked up for january. any advice?
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22-Nov-2009 14:26
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eprimack »
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24-Nov-2009 13:03
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JoseKevo »
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location: Puerto Rico
My wife and I have done a lot of travel in developing countries but our first trip with our 18 month old son will be in December to Puerto Rico. Could anyone talk about complications that might be involved when traveling with an infant? We'd like to see the Northeast in about 10 days, especially Culebra and/or Vieques. We're up for camping but have not gone camping since the little one was an 8 month fetus and I imagine it could be difficult.
We're the type of budget travelers that spend hours finding the cheapest hotel, beating out the guidebooks half the time.
Is there a way to safely transport a child without bringing a car seat? Do publicos require car seats? What about in Culebra or Vieques.
We're usually willing to eat out if the price is like $2 each so Puerto Rico is not looking good in that regard. We're really into healthy foods for him. Are there any groceries...
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22-Nov-2009 06:45
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phantom2008 »
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23-Nov-2009 09:39
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hi there, can anyone give me any information on where is the best place to base myself on the northern coast of the country.... planning to explore for surfing waves. cheers
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21-Nov-2009 09:01
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hahtor »
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24-Nov-2009 09:10
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BritBoy99 »
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Hello all,
I am an experienced solo traveler back from 2 months in Argentina and Chile. I am looking at a one way ticket, in early December for a long trip which begins in Trinidad, up through the islands, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, then back to US mid March. I'm traveling with a 7 kilo carry-on. I'd buy one of those small Netbooks to take and I would love to think that I'd be bringing it back with me at the end of the journey. I generally stay in one or two star hotels and hostels in a private room. What are some of your experiences and opinions please? Thank you in advance. Peace.
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21-Nov-2009 03:37
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mesye »
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24-Nov-2009 09:38
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jamdownron »
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location: Jamaica
I am considering about visiting Jamaica (Negril) in February with my family, and i would like to ask some questions:
1) Is in 7 miles beach some promenade, where we can walk in the evening and make shopping. Are there shops with souvenirs and crafts along the beach?
2) Is Negril safe ? I have heard some stories about a crime in Jamaica, and since i am traveling with small baby, I want to feel comfortable and safe. Is it safe to walk on the streets in the evenings?
3) Are there good snorkeling possibilities? Can i see nice underwater life also just close to the beach, or is it necessary to go to some boat trip further to the sea?
4) Are there a lot of mosquitos on the beach (as i have heard) ?
Thanks
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21-Nov-2009 01:38
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LaFemmeNikita »
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21-Nov-2009 15:38
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mgtraveler »
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location: Saint Lucia
Hello TT's!
We will be on the island for one day as part of a cruise that we were given!
We dock in Castries but for our day we want to snorkel from Anse Chastanet (marine park) and visit Soufrieres. Obviously time is a constraint and the ship does offer 'tours' but they're not offering snorkelling here. Usually as backpackers we have no issue independently getting ourselves around but can anyone offer advice/suggestion as to what we want?
How much would taxi's cost for these 2 places? Is the bus reliable? - we would hate to miss the ship! Does anyone know of a tour company that includes these two? Or any other suggestions?
Thanks much in advance :)
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20-Nov-2009 18:56
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anthonypdx »
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24-Nov-2009 04:06
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MurMan »
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location: Jamaica
Hi there, Ive been going thru posts here for hours and getting some good info, but still have a lot of questions regarding what Im trying to accomplish.
I usually travel budget backpacker style and just go with the flow, but on this trip Ill be going as a low budget journalist/photog of sorts, covering about 60 specific places spread over the entire island. Ill have 2 weeks and a ridiculously small budget in which to do this, and looking for some realistic solutions to pull this off while hopefully still having a few moments of chill time here and there.
Some specific questions:
Should I rent a car, and if so about how much would I expect to pay? Id rather do public transport, but from previous posts it doesn’t sound very realistic for what Im doing. Any other options to get around cheaply and efficiently?
About how much should I expect to pay for basic accommodations? N...
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20-Nov-2009 12:25
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blairbourassa »
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20-Nov-2009 13:13
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location: Haiti
Hello all,
Just a quick question. I will be bicycling in Cuba from Havana to the east of the Island, and then hope to travel to Haiti. Does anyone have any idea of a cheap way to do so?
1. Are there boats between the two islands?
2. If there are no boats, would it be cheaper to fly from eastern Cuba to the Dominican Republic and then enter Haiti that way? Or directly to Haiti? Or to Jamaica first, then Haiti?
And what airline?
Thanks, any information on this would be greatly appreciated.
Blair
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20-Nov-2009 08:18
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rkthd »
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21-Nov-2009 04:53
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Trinencadian »
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location: Martinique
I need a reasonable room ($125 usa$$ or less) for both Martinique and St. Lucia for end of this month, Noveber 2009. Does anyone know of any guest house/hotel in this range in a convenient for getting around location on both islands? I am going to be working and moving a lot in the day so a great beach or romantic getaway is not a necessity.
Thank you for any advice.
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20-Nov-2009 04:48
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joe_d »
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20-Nov-2009 04:48
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joe_d »
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location: Bahamas
I'm going to Nassau on December 5th to December 15th and was wondering if anyone has some suggestions of cool things to get up to.
I'm looking for some different things to do.. a bit off the major tourist trap area's.. hard I know in Nassau! If there are any relatively inexpensive trips to other areas that have been a success please let me know.
I'm going to try to get some diving and snorkeling in along with some historic and cultural visits.
Some specific stories and experiences from anyone would be great so that I have some actual places to go and see.
I have a guide book.. but there must be more 'hidden' stuff!
Thanks in advance.
Joe
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