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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/19/2016 08:07 PM
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Our son popped the question to his now wife while we were all there one year. He originally wanted to do it at the butterfly farm, but the Disney Cruise buses pulled in right behind them, so he took her down to the beach at LeGalion beach, walked her out to the point where they were totally alone.... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/19/2016 09:21 PM
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My recommendation would be a day cruise on the Celine Too. Neil, the captain, would take you to a deserted island called Tintamare where your son would have the perfect setting for his proposal. Afterwards Neil will prepare a delicious cooked meal for all to enjoy on board. More stops along the way for snorkling, an open bar all day and a return at sunset. We have done this many times in the past and it is the best day of our St. Maarten vacation!
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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/20/2016 07:18 AM
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How about a private sunset cruise on The Passaat? They go out of Simpson Bay and offer several really nice packages. I am sure Mirian would be glad to work with you. Passaat
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Re: Engagement
[Re: pault21093]
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07/20/2016 08:03 AM
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paul--I'd definitely agree with being alone, and to me, that would be hard to do on a boat, unless you did a totally private cruise, and that would get pricy. The idea of snorkelling with an engagement ring and possibly losing it, would make me very leery of that! Another option might be a waterside table for an early dinner at a great restaurant in Grand Case. Beautiful view of the sunset and lights of Anguilla. ..or, if they are a more casual couple, feet in the sand at Calmos at sunset!
It might help if the original poster said exactly where the family is going to stay, as you may be able to walk to somewhere great on the beach. For example, there is a lovely point out by Flamingo that would be perfect, to me.. Mullet is also basically usually deserted by sunset, so long as you don't go on Sunday! Lots of great choices!
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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/20/2016 12:30 PM
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Looks beautiful. Great beach. It is on a one way and you must drive to the Police station at the bridge, going behind the stztion to get on your street. Close to much of what you will need: pharmacy, bank, gas station, breakfast spots, short ride over the causeway to good supermarket, happy hour drinking places, good restaurants. You must have breakfast at the SM Yacht Club at the bridge and watch megayachts in action. Have a great time.
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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/20/2016 12:39 PM
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Never stayed there myself but the penthouse looks beautiful! To me, that balcony looks like it would be a winner to pop the question! Some lovely background music, some nice champagne, the rest of the family GETS LOST, heaven! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Engagement
[Re: bamulock]
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07/20/2016 12:57 PM
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bamulock said: This is my first time on a chat forum so bare with me please. Carol, we are staying at the The Penthouse at La Siesta. Found it on VRBO. Have any of you stayed there? Also, I really appreciate all of you commenting and giving your ideas its great. I will discuss with my son all of your thoughts. If anyone has any other thoughts we are open! How about a private walk at sunset on your own beach - perhaps a couple of flutes of champagne - as the sun is setting and the skies are lightening and brightening and the old 'down in the sand on bended knee' routine. It's worked for many years even if not always done in such a romantic setting as a beach at sunset on St. Maarten. Personally speaking, the romantic side of me says the actual asking should be privately done with just the two of them in attendance but perhaps, after the acceptance, a family sharing and celebration to be followed by a celebratory dinner for all of you at one of the nicer and more romantic island restaurants? There are any number of lovely spots - Le (la?) Cigale, La Samanna, Dreams or if you want to travel even farther afield, dinner at one of the Grand Case venues. Just thinking about it makes me feel good!! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
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Re: Engagement
[Re: pat]
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07/20/2016 12:58 PM
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Pat--absolutely! I kind of don't understand this 'public engagement' trend! I think a proposal should be in private, for the couple only to share!
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Re: Engagement
[Re: RonDon]
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07/20/2016 03:50 PM
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The original poster said they were staying at La Siesta, which doesn't have it's own restaurant. They could have a private chef come in and cook dinner for them there at the unit though. Somewhat pricy, but very memorable!
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