Wow Augie, Lorna is still there? LOL Why do you think it's a good swimming beach? I thought it was rocky. It is calmish though. To the original poster, IMHO think the Prickly Pear trip is overrated. I agree with Barbara about doing Anguilla day trip. It's easy, another country and will make you want to return for an Anguilla trip. Just remember you need your passport to go there.
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No that's Union Road that goes past grocery store into Marigot. Bush Road is on the other side of the hill from Union Road. Union Road goes thru Cole Bay on the way to Marigot. Cheers irina
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Chick, I have to say that in all the years we owned there we only experienced one incident, back in 99, when someone tried to break into our unit. Very stupidly. Tried to get in thru our second floor balcony by standing on a plastic table. We really never experienced things that we hear warnings about. We always kept stuff in our car. Nothing happened. We did have local plates on our car,
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Hi Chick, Who is your real estate agent? I would recommend the Simpson Bay/Welfare Road area. Lot's to do around there and you can get to lot's of places by walking. I think the Cupecoy area is way too built up and that sole road is going to be a nightmare. Good Luck Cheers irina
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MK, Lot's of good places in Simpson Bay. Some more expensive than others. Jimbo's (tex-mex), Tutta Pasta, Uncle Harry's, Halsey's, Lee's etc. Buccanneer Beach Bar, Saratoga (expensive) Where's Ivan.......... cheers irina
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No Augie, You are NOT ALONE!!!!!!!!!!! Right Pat? LOL cheers irina
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Luca, You are out of control and need to get a grip. There is no bank employee involved in a tow truck scam. Every one knows about getting towed downtown. It's not about you. Pay the dollar and park in a lot. irina
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Hi, There are several french meat markets that I know of. One is in Bellevue across from the Radiologie office. Very pricey. There is a nice little gourmet grocery store on Rue d'Anguille. The have a fabulous cheese selection and I have bought veal there. Great produce. Good luck Cheers irina
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LOL Pat, I was there for the water heater! Totally oblivious until the leak in the kitchen downstairs! xx i
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There was an article in the Advocate several years ago on this. Maybe Barbara stil has the link. Cheers irina
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Pat, It's not that bad! LOL We owned on SXM for 7 years and left only because of employment issues. We had a very good manager who kept the unit rented with long term tenants. We were able to visit and use our condo at the end of the lease and the rent paid for all the condo fees, repairs etc. I do agree that it is not something to be taken lightly. Give it alot of thought and think of
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To the OP. Marius and Arlene are professional in all they do and I have recommended them for years without hesitation. Cheers irina
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Hi, They guy at Experts is not bad. Forgot his name. I too like Miguels salon but I prefer Maritza to cut my hair than Miguel. Have fun, Cheers irina
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Hey B, Remember when they used to spray? What ever happened to that? And remember when Linda had dengue? She was miserable but not incapacitated............ Cheers i
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Yes, exactly. Weak tasting. Very disappointed considering their excellent desserts and quiche and breads. I agree with Dee. AND Where's Ivan has superior coffee and outrageous ice cream. The Pistachio is marvelous. cheers irina
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I agree Pat. I thought it was very weird also. And having lived in that area, I was curious as to which cafe was robbed. Maybe we will find out thru the Coconut Telegraph. Get on it B. Cheers irina
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I disagree about the coffee at Sucriere. Not good at all when I had it. I do agree with Where's Ivan having great coffee. Both places have great food/desserts etc. Cheers irina
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