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16-Jul-2008 16:23
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Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch!
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03-Dec-2009 10:18
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03-Dec-2009 14:43
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Hello,
Does anyone know of accommodation on Tobago that isn't part of a massive package deal? Is it possible to rock up and find stuff? Are there smaller hostels/cabanas etc to hire, or is it all bigger hotels these days? And does anyone know anything about maybe getting villas out there?
Sorry if that all sounds woefully ignorant, but I've never been there, and the islands seem to be at such different states of development....
Anyway, any help or advice would be much appreciated.
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03-Dec-2009 09:30
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03-Dec-2009 14:55
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location: Dominican Republic
Hi!
Im a female solo backpacker, looking for travel buddies in the Dominican Republic in december 2009. I'm fairly active, would love to do some kiting, and I've heard there are some some awesome waterfalls in the rainforest that you can jump down, so I would love to do that, as well as learning about the local culture and history. And the drinking habbits.
If youre in the area and would like some company, let me know!
Tora
tora_heide@hotmail.com
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03-Dec-2009 01:16
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03-Dec-2009 01:16
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location: Saint Lucia
Hello all, My girlfriend and I are seeking advice about upcoming trip to St. Lucia. Originally we had planned to spend a few days in Soufriere and a couple of days in Marigot Bay. However, hotels are giving us better deals for a 7 night stay, so we are stuck between choosing between the two. LP recommends Soufriere as base, more to do, but we kind of like the hotel better in Marigot Bay (mainly because it has kitchen - and figure we'll save money on food). We are both relatively young - mid 30's. We are not into major partying but would we be bored out of our minds after a couple of days in Marigot Bay? Seems like an older crowd. Is the beach okay there? Could we stay there and rent a car for a few days and see everything we need to see in Soufriere?
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02-Dec-2009 04:41
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03-Dec-2009 04:55
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location: Puerto Rico
Hey everybody,
Me and my best friend are going to San Juan, Puerto Rico for three months in order to do our research project for our studies (we're from Holland).
We are very close to renting an apartment at Old San Juan, in the 'calle de la cruz'. However, does anyone know if this is close to the beach?
Furthermore, we would like to check the trustworthiness of the one who is renting it to us. we found the apartment through craigslist and bruce gordons will be the one renting it to us. Does anyone have experiences with this apartment or know something about it?
w pay 800 dollars a month. Is this a good price for San Juan?
I am really hoping that someone can help me.
Thanks in advance!!!
Byeee
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02-Dec-2009 00:23
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caroundtheworld »
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03-Dec-2009 12:30
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location: Grenada
My rather lengthy trip report and photos on my November trip to Grenada is up on my blog. I really enjoyed Grenada and think that it has a lot to offer. You can literally be hiking in the rain forest during the morning and be lounging on the beach or at a pool in the afternoon. There's diversity in the price of accomodations too.
Happy to answer any questions.
Chris
http://caroundtheworld.com/grenada/
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01-Dec-2009 13:11
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01-Dec-2009 13:11
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location: Saint Lucia
Hey all,
My fiancee and I are interested in staying at The Landings on Saint Lucia for our honeymoon this Spring. It is a wonderful hotel with so many amenities, but I was hoping that someone or many have stayed there in the past and can share their opinions with me. Is it worth the price? Is there plenty to do?
Also, if not The Landings, has anyone stayed at a memorable hotel on Saint Lucia?
Thanks...
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01-Dec-2009 05:50
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mekanie00 »
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01-Dec-2009 05:50
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location: Anguilla
Hey,
We wanted to plan a cool group Bachelorette getaway somewhere warm near water. Any suggestions or something you've heard of before?
Thanks-
Mel
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30-Nov-2009 04:23
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RG »
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30-Nov-2009 04:23
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RG »
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location: Bahamas
I have read mixed reviews about the ashram. I would appreciate it if those who have been could let me know whether you would recommend it. In terms of accommodation, if you have stayed in the tent huts, were they ok? I am comfortable with the ashram routine and rules but am curious to know whether the atmosphere is a happy and serene one, or whether as some have written, the staff are unhappy, the food is terrible, and the atmosphere is terrible due to the proximity of the ashram to the big hotels. Thanks in advance.
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30-Nov-2009 03:24
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traintrip »
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03-Dec-2009 08:59
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location: Dominica
Hi there,
can anyone recommend a good and cheap guest House in roseau?
And do iINeed a Guide for The hike to boiling Lake? Can you recommend One? How much would that Be?
Thanks a Lot for your help!
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30-Nov-2009 03:00
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barbaraharlene »
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30-Nov-2009 03:00
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location: Grenada
I'm not getting down there this year, worse luck, but I've been heading that way in my mind. I just googled to find a favorite poem I read in a BWIA in-flight magazine a long time ago, and if you like riding the bus in Grenada you will like this .
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30-Nov-2009 00:35
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theesperanzapro... »
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30-Nov-2009 07:07
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location: Dominican Republic
The Esperanza Project is now taking applications from volunteers for their program, 'Camp Esperanza'.
The camp is located in the beautiful, coastal town of Cabrera, Dominican Republic. It is a completely free of charge day camp for the local children, aged 6 - 15, to partake in sports, arts & crafts, music, drama and other extracurricular activities throughout the summer months. This program is run solely by a group of energetic, enthusiastic volunteers.
A typical day for volunteers will involve working at the camp from 8:30 am until 1:30 pm (Monday to Friday). The camp will be made up of different centers (eg: arts & crafts, sports, drama, etc.) so each volunteer will be assigned to a center and a group of 5 to 10 campers. Afternoons and weekends are free for volunteers to do as they please. There are several breathtaking beaches within 10-20 minutes of the town, as well as wa...
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29-Nov-2009 10:48
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robynmom »
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03-Dec-2009 06:40
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Andrewintown »
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location: Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
family of 5 ( adults ) our first visit to the islands ..thinking of Bequia for it's isolation and beauty... open to any suggestions .. and how have most people gotten there from USA( nyc)?
We are casual, like the water , snorkling , walking and love to eat fresh , local cuisine and drinks . The boys like fishing . so any info and advice is most welcomed ..
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29-Nov-2009 07:53
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rafamerchan »
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02-Dec-2009 12:11
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jamdownron »
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location: Jamaica
help needed!
My friend and I bought some cheap tickets from DC to Kingston for the third week of Dec. Although we've been doing some research, we haven't made any loading reservations yet. Given that we are on a tight budget with only 9 days of vacation, we are still trying to decide what area of the island to visit. Can anyone give me some insights about the +/- of going towards the west (treasure island, black river, Negril-maybe etc) vs the east (Blue Mountain, Port Antonio etc)
Caveats: we don't want all-inclusive (can't afford it); we want beaches, rivers, and mountains; we want to stay in hostels....Also, what's a good site to rent a car in advance?
thank you all!
rafa
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29-Nov-2009 04:55
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skicrazy72 »
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01-Dec-2009 12:49
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mgtraveler »
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Hi,
just need a little help about island hopping. I will be flying into san juan p.r. and was wondering how easy it is to continue on down through the islands (BVI's etc) on ferries etc? can you just show up and go between countries/islands? also, i am a canadian, do i need any special visas or anything?
thanks in advance
Vs
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28-Nov-2009 23:03
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lanzo »
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01-Dec-2009 21:44
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mgtraveler »
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I kinda overstayed in the bahamas so im scared that when im leaving i will get stopped by immigration.would i see immigration when leaving back to canada.
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