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16-Jul-2008 16:23
Irene_Adler
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08-Jan-2009 10:32
Irene_Adler
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Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch!
Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Caribbean branch.
We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to the Caribbean here. It is highly recommended that new users do a search of the Thorn Tree before posting a new thread, as you may find many of the answers you seek that way.
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13-Jan-2010 16:50
parryander
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08-Feb-2010 03:59
Brax
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Haiti
I am in transit right now - in the Detroit airport having flown out of PaP at 2 pm today.
I am utterly devasted and have little to say other than please help if you are able. Please. There are many great orgs., but I can rec. MSF (Doctors w/o Borders) for starts. They are on the ground in PaP and are respected. But there are clearly others.
and please pray if that is your way.
If it's uncool to ask for help like this, that's okay. I have to try.
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10-Feb-2010 07:29
librarianjan
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10-Feb-2010 07:29
librarianjan
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Puerto Rico
Following the threads here it looks like I"ll be taking a taxi to OSJ. Two questions: Do we tip? Is that the cost per person or per trip?
Thanks,
Jan
09-Feb-2010 13:17
giangizzero
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09-Feb-2010 13:17
giangizzero
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Barbados
hi everybody.sorry 4 my english.
i had to stay 3-4 weeks in barbados in february.i need a small apartments,not expensive,in every part of the island.
somebody can help me???
ty very much
Since this subject pops up periodically: a good basic article today ( 8 Feb.) in the Gleaner:
www.jamaica-gleaner.com " How Foreign nationals Can Work In Jamaica"
09-Feb-2010 03:20
spennyhall
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09-Feb-2010 03:20
spennyhall
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Barbados
I give the Rio a 4 out of 5 Star Review.
If your looking for an inexpensive place to stay that is near the big resorts and beaches then look no further.
The rooms are clean and fairly plain, however your only spending $35US for a single room. In my opinion the best studio is room #10. Its small but it has a private balcony. Great to walk out onto in the morning.
In addition to that the Mgmt is great. The only thing that I felt was a wee-bit expensive was the laundry. It's $10.00US a load. However, I don't know what water costs on Barbados.
The contact information is below.
Tel: 246-428-1546
Web: www.rioguesthouse.com
Email: rioguesthouse@hotmail.com
Hi!
My boyfriend and I are planning a 2 week trip to Jamaica at the end of March. We're planning to spend half in Port Antonio area and half in Treasure Beach area (with a couple of detours - Blue Mountains included).
We're doing loads of research but it's impossible to know how it all works until you get out there, so I thought you guys might be able to help us!
In Port Antonio, we're looking at Great Huts, Zion Country Cabin and Blue Heaven Cottages. Anyone know these, or have any other budget suggestions? We want to be near the beaches - particularly frenchman;s cove or winnifreds, and then we want to move on to Long Bay.
So two questions really... 1. If you have any tips on the guest houses I've mentioned or other suggestions
2. Can we leave it until we get there (except for the first couple of nights), or do you expect these places get full up and we should plan the ...
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09-Feb-2010 01:29
milanchamp
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09-Feb-2010 01:29
milanchamp
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Antigua & Barbuda
I'll stay a couple of days in Barbuda and need to understand the real distances in the island, basically from Codrington (where I'll be leaving) and the main beaches: Low bay, Coco Point and Spanish Point. Can anybody provide for these infos?
Is it possible to rent a bike and chill around?
Thanks.
08-Feb-2010 17:22
researchmaniac
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09-Feb-2010 13:01
researchmaniac
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Dominican Republic
My college-aged daughter and a few of her female college friends would like to spend time on a beach good for sunbathing and swimming during their spring break the second week of March. They'd like other inexpensive entertainment too like shopping and dancing but no hard-core, (relatively more) risky nightlife. Spirit Airlines flies into Santiago. What itinerary would you suggest, keeping in mind that they'll have to rely on local transit and need to do everything as inexpensively as possible? Can you recommend places to stay? Is this idea too risky overall for three young Caucasian women who have done some international traveling in Central America but only with family before? They do speak basic Spanish.Thank you for your advice and recommendations.
08-Feb-2010 16:37
kelson
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10-Feb-2010 13:45
49reasons
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Jamaica
Hi,
I'm looking at coming to Jamaica in mid April for about 2 weeks. I was wondering if anyone can advise me where I should go. I'm after beaches, jungle hikes, markets. Should I stick around Negril and Montego Bay or should I venture to Kingston aswell? Looking at doing it a bit on the cheap side if possible too. Any advice would be great. Also any tips on places to stay (hotels, hostels, guesthouses).
Thanks
08-Feb-2010 15:04
bcattle
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09-Feb-2010 04:25
domcom
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Dominican Republic
Does anyone know where to rent a motorcycle in Santo Domingo? I'm going to need it for about four days and would like to take trips out into the countryside on it (so a real motorcycle as opposed to a moto/moped probably preferable.)
Plusses: a reputable place with good equipment and a willingness to work with my ragged Spanish.
Any recommendations greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
BC
08-Feb-2010 12:44
anitaexploradora
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08-Feb-2010 14:27
JoseKevo
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Puerto Rico
My boyfriend and I are looking for the best transport option to get from San Juan International Airport to the San Juan Port. We know that potential options include public buses which are cheap but may take close to an hour in travelling time, and taxis which costs between 20-25$ and take around 30 minutes. Is this information accurate and are there any other transportation options available to us?
Thanks and happy travels to all!
Hello,
i am going to visit friends in Guadeloupe starting Feb 19th. I will stay there 2 weeks. I don't want to stay the entire trip in Guadeloupe and would like to move a bit around (Dominique, Ste Lucie, St Martin....). Is there anybody planning to be on a trip in this area between Feb 19 and March 6 and willing to share his/her trip with me? or is there anybody that could give me some tips in order to choose the best destinations amongst all these islands?
Thanks a lot in advance for your feedback,
David
08-Feb-2010 01:06
lottery
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10-Feb-2010 12:28
jamdownron
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Jamaica
Is it really dangerous to drive expensive cars in Kingston? Or do you see many people driving expensive cars in Kingston? How much would a good expensive jeep (or any other car) cost me in Kingston?
Waiting for the great answers that i usually get on this forum :)
07-Feb-2010 11:58
spennyhall
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07-Feb-2010 11:58
spennyhall
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Dover Beach.............hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.............
Need Cigapuff?? How about some Charlie??
If you do, then go to Dover Beach, its EVERYWHERE.
Very touristy and lots of old fat Brittish people eating Scotty's.
The beach is great but really needs a younger crowd, meaning more people under 60 years old.
07-Feb-2010 11:45
spennyhall
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07-Feb-2010 11:45
spennyhall
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Barbados
If your looking for local Bajan food, look no further then Scotty's in the Gap.
That said, Bajan food is cheap, filling, and if you make Scotty's a habit, your sure to gain a couple pounds and shave a few years off your life. But who cares, your on vacation, and your going die from skin cancer not heart disease!!
I got a couple quotes from some local vacationers to describe their Scotty's experience.
"The fish is the best in Bajan food I think, the blue is good really good I guess"
"When you sexy girl eating Scotty, she isn't so hot anymore"
"The Banks beers are the best"
"I like then potatoes and minced meat, really filling and reminds me of my moms meat pie"
07-Feb-2010 09:57
Ingi
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09-Feb-2010 04:50
neckervd
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Montserrat
Hi
Does anyone know the best, cheapest way to get from Guadeloupe to Montserrat. Is their ferry or airline? Thanks.
Posted By: VenessaP -- 28-Jan-2010 15:01
Posted By: VenessaP -- 09-Dec-2009 17:01
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