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Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm #209136
11/15/2019 07:55 AM
11/15/2019 07:55 AM
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Ohio
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I got gas this morning at the Texaco in Simpson Bay and used the self serve option as there was a line at the other pumps. This necessitated going inside to pay first. It appears they do take credit cards for a minimum US $15, although I paid cash.. I was not aware of this but perhaps it is nothing new.

Also while in the store I noticed what looked like a UTS/Chippie top up machine alone with a TelCell machine. The UTS/Chippie was not there in March as I was looking then and went there. I swiped my card and was able to check my balance..good deal as this is a good option for anyone staying in this area. While the machine at Tech Hub was the only one I found previously that actually worked, I was glad to see this option in Simpson Bay. Not sure of other locations but I can verify at least two working machines.

I talked to a couple who went to Lee's last night. They said it was as good as ever and they were one of six cars that found parking beside or in front of the restaurant. He said it appeared Lee's was getting a lot of business for the nearby resorts. He said he did not see any cars going up the hill where there are supposedly more parking spaces.

Every morning I have driven by Royal Palm the parking in front and towards Roxxy Beach has been full as has parking across the street. I saw several that appeared to be construction workers heading towards Royal Palm. I am thinking MAYBE Diamond Resorts actually does have a fair number of workers on site now. One can only hope at this point.


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Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209145
11/15/2019 10:13 AM
11/15/2019 10:13 AM
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Glad to see that they are finally getting busy at Royal Palm. I saw a few workers there when we were on island in October. Based on the pictures you took before, I didn't see even 6 parking spaces at Lees. I doubt we will go there regardless, as it was never one of our favorites..


Carol Hill
Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209150
11/15/2019 10:37 AM
11/15/2019 10:37 AM
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Enjoying your reports JD, except the part about leaving. Amazing how fast time goes in SXM


Next SXM visit -November 2023. Also January 2024.
Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209152
11/15/2019 10:42 AM
11/15/2019 10:42 AM
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I found a working TopUp machine at the Maho Market. It is tucked behind the wine area and register near the window.

Mailbox was working as well.


"It is good to do nothing all day, and then to rest" wink
Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209156
11/15/2019 11:05 AM
11/15/2019 11:05 AM
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Auburn, WA
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Yes. There are lots of workers, around 200, equally divided between both Flamingo and royal Palm. Hard to see them as most work is being done inside. They are bused in from their housing at Flamingo.

Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: SXMScubaman] #209157
11/15/2019 11:11 AM
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I could see them from the water side wink


"It is good to do nothing all day, and then to rest" wink
Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209223
11/15/2019 09:05 PM
11/15/2019 09:05 PM
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It's clear work is being done there. I went by in a dinghy yesterday. I think the doors are being replaced (?) as it appeared all the doors were either off or open.


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Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: jazzgal] #209233
11/15/2019 09:46 PM
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Hey Linda, I hope you are going to do a trip report this year. You usually post such amazing food porn!!!


Carol Hill
Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: ruralcarrier] #209239
11/15/2019 11:28 PM
11/15/2019 11:28 PM
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Portland, OR
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How many times are you going to say that, Carol? cloud


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Re: Top Up Card/Lee's/Parking near Royal Palm [Re: jazzgal] #209259
11/16/2019 09:58 AM
11/16/2019 09:58 AM
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Sorry to upset you Linda. I know that I am not the only one that loves your reports..


Carol Hill

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