NEW DRINKING MAN'S GUIDE

Important message to all TTOLers. The NEW Drinking and Eating Guide to the BVI is now out This 4th Edition has even more bars and restaurants offering FREE bottles of wine, tropical cocktails and drinks. Besides drinks and drink recipes it now includes food specials and recipes It also has great cartoons, fun limericks, one liners and humorous short stories. This Caribbean Best Seller has always been a favorite with TTOL. It will steer you to the very BEST bars and restaurants as you cruise the BVI

The book is available from TTOL member Frank at frank@angelinacat.com <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/circle.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" />

Hello TTOL friends. Just to note, "Long John" Julian's announcement just above had an incorrect contact for me. The sales page for this is here , a place many of you know well. Julian, the author of this series, has made me a primary reseller, which I am proud to be.

Note that the 4th edition does not nullify the 3rd edition. The content is all new, and some coupons overlap, and some are exclusive (which is a good thing).

Congrats & best of luck with this Julian Putley ! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

Julian Putley here. Just a note to say one of my 'nom de plumes is Long John's Son and to correct frank's info. If you wish to order a copy go to www.angelinacat.com/SALES. Frank has been servicing the needs of TTOLers for years. He is prompt and usually offers a price somewhat less that Suggested Retail! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />

Leaving in 20 days, I want one for sure! Do you sell them on island?

Frank, if I order them today, will I have before we leave on April 3rd? The more I think about it I think I will order one for each couple, so I will need 4.

I KNOW THE ANSWER!!! Frank if GREAT about getting stuff out in a QUICK order and making sure it get to you.......is my answer correct Frank!? LOL If you ordered it today you'd have it by Friday of next week (actually sooner)

I have used Frank before in the past, and yes, he is very quick. Just wasn't sure if he received his shipment yet. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />

Ahhhh.....yep....you are correct....can't shipping quickly or slowly what you don't have <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />

I wanted to say thanx to Frank for sending one out last minute for out departure on tues. BTW he has both 3rd & 4th editions in stock.
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Hey folks...

Thanks for the kind words. Yep, the DMG4 is in stock and can mail out immediately. As you all know, I don't have to have the money first... I'll mail as soon as you confirm.

I don't want the TTOL moderators to think I am trying to do business through this post. You can connect with me at the Sales link in the above messages, or email me at [email]monk@madriver.com.[/email] I also have a TTOL classified.

So... I am sure the Mods won't mind people continuing to discuss the book, as it is a monster seller amongst BVI sailors and land-based folks on this forum.

I am sure it's also OK to keep saying nice things about me, too. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />

I was at the Soggy Dollar a month ago with my 3rd edition Drinking Mans Guide cashing in on my free pain killer and was quite amazed that I was the only one there with the book. The bay was packed (fiberglass hell) with bare boat charters and I had several people ask me about the book and was surprised NO ONE EVEN HEARD OF IT!? I am starting to wonder if the Drinking Mans Guide is more of a TTOL thing?

Just ordered my 4 copies for May! Used one 2 years ago in Tortola; everyone should buy one!

Its a BVI thing..a large % of the people at White Bay are USVI daytrippers..

Just bought two copies at the Saba rock gift shop. Got free Mai tai and have been laughing ever since. Love the short stories...
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Nick at leverick bay has just received a pile of the new books. At the moment they,re just rolling off the shelves... Everyone loves free drinks, I guess!! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />

Let me know if you need one folks

Save me one Nick.
....soon come! Had another freaking snow storm this week, on the first day of spring no less.
I want to choke Mother Nature about now!

Kim - you need to change your countdown for the upcoming trip.

I know.. I keep trying to change it and it says signature line too long??
Even when I take the website off.....not real tech savvy so will have to stay the way it is I guess for now. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />

Frank-

I just wanted to say thanks for the fast, great service in getting me my 4th and 3rd Drinking Guides Editions. Also, you were a 100% correct that I would like the "Franko's Map".It will be with us on all our trips from here on.

Thank You,

Bill

Sorry about being unregistered. I keep trying, but the system always says "Not allowed with this address". Don't know why, I was a member on an old email address and my wife had no trouble signing up with a new address. I'll keep trying.

We have 4 copies of the 3rd book with a lot of the good stuff used (Leveric's, Soggy Dollar, etc). How does the new book compare with the old for deals?

if you have gmail, PM Eric, he will help you out

Just wondering if this is for virgin gorda also .30 days to go Leigh

Sprinkles,
Just received my copies, the book has deals for The Bath and Turtle, the BEYC, Fat Virgin, Jumbies, Saba Rock and Top of the Baths.

thank you ,Leigh

So how many copies do we need to buy?
One per boat? Or one per adult?

Yeah, thanks for the orders, Bill, Perry, etc. To answer the question - the coupons are usable on all the BVI, so they pay off very easily. Folks often get one per crew (per couple) because of that.

Any other questions, contact be - see my message above (2nd from top), or my TTOL classified.

Frank, I received mine yesterday! Thanks so much for the speedy service, I can't wait to use them!

One per couple? Heck no, one per person! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" />

Wanted also to give my thanks to Frank for his great and quick response. The latest addition is a little different from the third edition, some of the drink and food offers are different, some are the same. Glad we got a copy of each and I am sure we will more than get back the $32 in the North Sound freebies alone. No brainer for the coupons. Also, the little stories about each place are very amusing. Thanks again, Frank!

I've bought them for my crew in the past - makes a great gift for newbies! And I always get myself another anytime I buy them as well - I think I have 2 or 3 now! None fully redeemed.. yet!

Just to update everyone. There are now five establishments that are offering FREE bottles of wine with dinner. The enchanting Sailor's Rest in CGB; Myetts, Peg Legs, Neptunes and Bananakeet. Many other freebies too. But of course most people buy the book for the short stories, humour and literary brilliance. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />

Can you entice us with DETAILS of offers at Norman's Bight, Cooper, Marriana Cay, Road Town, Leverick Bay, JVD, etc???

believe me you will not be disappointed and the book will pay for itself. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

The book will pay for itself within 1 trip and then some, what more enticement is needed? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />

Plus its a fun read!

I counted 15 places on our itinerary that are giving free or 2 for 1 drinks. Well worth the money.

Just completed our order, easy peazy! Thank you Frank! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />

How about a FREE Bushwacker or Painkiller at Jumbies on Leverick? FREE Bushwacker at One Love, FREE Rum Punch at Ivans. There, you've saved the cost of the book and there's another 30 or so deals remaining... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dance.gif" alt="" /> Now, go buy a few copies!

Frank, thank you got it on Wed. ordered on Sunday night. Your awesome Leigh

Just received my copy in 2 days, thanks Frank! Reading this has brought back many memories! Add the coupons and you have a no lose situation. The guide will be a valuable resource for my "2015 Virgin Islands Backpack Tour."
take care,
Mike

mike_arruba, we did a backpack tour in 2004. It's what got us hooked on sailing. If someone offers to give you a ride to your next island on their sailboat do it!

Cheers, RickG

Thanks Frank got my copy on Friday. Pure literary genius! Love it! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Thumbsup.gif" alt="" />

Sail2wind, thanks for the advise re gmail. Eric got me fixed up. Frank, pm sent for books.

Are any of the offers for bars on Tortola?

<img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />Over Twenty locations with coupons on Tortola by my count. I'd say the book has Tortola covered pretty well!

RickG - thanks for the head's up!

Thank you! Now I need to order a couple!

Want to give Frank a big Thank You <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

I emailed a request on a Sunday morning and Frank responded within the hour, we had everything set a hour later and my 4 copies arrived on Wednesday. That's service! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" />

Only problem is I can't start using them for another month <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" />

Frank does a great job in providing great service. Thanks.

Wow... many thanks for the kind words. I do try to get things out fast. Folks have commented on the fact that I mail orders out BEFORE I get the money. Just so ya know how cool BVI travelers are - I have never been stiffed for any of the hundreds of orders over the years !

Let's toast to Julian Putley for another cool edition of his book. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/dine.gif" alt="" />

Just a quick not to say that the new Scaramouche is offering a free Orange Passion with the book. ITs grand opening for dinner appears to be Wednesday 16th April. Orange Passion... Mashed orange, cane sugar, bitter Campari, orange juice (Floater of dark rum on request)... Now that sounds sublime.

If you have none of the DMG it says to get the 3rd one instead of the 4th? Is that everyone's opinion??

Where does it say 'to get edition 3'
This must be a mistake... although most bars will still provide the free drink some may not. So don't be disappointed.

Just received my copies and Frank said 3rd edition copies were sold out <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/toast.gif" alt="" />

Note to self: don't forget to use this awesome book once you're down there! I forgot at the first three restaurants we visited. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/duh.gif" alt="" /> But then used it with success at Anegada Reef Hotel and Foxy's. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Wink.gif" alt="" />

Just ordered 2 number four editions & the Francos BVI map too:). Leaving Saturday & staying at Hummingbirds on Sunday:). Picking up our Cat on Monday!! Soooo excited to be back to one of the coolest places on earth!!! And I was in Antarctica last year <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Banana.gif" alt="" />

I still have some if you cannot get

Resurrecting an old thread I know... but I have a couple of questions -

How long are the 3rd edition coupons good for?
Does either edition have any food deals or are they all drinks?

Thanks!

The 3rd edition coupons are still honored, as they are not dated in any way. There are some that are for establishments that no longer exist, but just a couple places.

Hey is 4th edition still the most recent? Thanks all

It appears so per this link:

http://angelinacat.com/SALES.htm