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St Lucia Boat Boarded and Robbed Twice
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11/06/2017 12:22 PM
11/06/2017 12:22 PM
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Posts: 46 Annapolis, Md
bviicatter
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We had a charter booked Oct 25 to Nov 2 2017 in BVI, DYC kindly re-booked the charter out of Martinique.
We spend two nights in Rodney Bay and moved to Marigot Bay 10-29-2017. While we were sleeping our Catana 47 with a crew of 4 was boarded after 1:00am. We were warned to put valuables out of sight and lock dinghy- but no mention of having to worry about repelling boarders....three out of 4 wallets were rifled, all cash stolen, computers, i-phones, and credit cards left untouched.
We reported to the police who seemed concerned and took action. Night of 10-30-2017- while we went to local Creole Festival- we left boat completely locked. It was hit again.
Two nights in a row in Marigot Bay.
We loved the island, the people (the folks we met) were kind, decent, and welcoming.
I will not be going back.
JAM Annapolis, Md
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Re: St Lucia Boat Boarded and Robbed Twice
[Re: 706jim]
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11/06/2017 01:01 PM
11/06/2017 01:01 PM
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Where did you stay in Marigot bay? When we were there a year ago in July we stayed on the dock at Capella resort. Security seemed good there. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. And the rate was really good as well.
It is unfortunate that crime is becoming more of a problem there.
Matt
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Re: St Lucia Boat Boarded and Robbed Twice
[Re: Maria_and_Steve]
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11/08/2017 09:51 AM
11/08/2017 09:51 AM
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Maria_and_Steve said: Actually it is absolutely essential to clear in and out of Martinique! Failing to do so has the usual penalties of losing your vessel or going to jail.
Never forget or avoid checking in and out of at ANY French island. I think he was saying there's no need to check in and out if you simply stay in Martinique the whole trip. And one should always check in and out when required, regardless of where they are.
Matt
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