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3 more days! Thank you!
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05/26/2016 08:46 PM
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cravethebeach
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Leaving in 3 days DCA -> SXM until June 3rd. Very excited! This forum is great-- active, informative, friendly! Thanks for all the tips... here is my to do list. Let me know if I am really missing something. Maho Mullet Orient Pinel Baie Rouge Shoal Bay (Anguilla) Planning on eating at these beaches from Gus's, Mr. Busby's, Sunset Bar, Kontiki, Perch, Karibuni. I'm also open to stumbling into any place that catches my eye. We will also be trying croissants, lolos, Grand Case for a splurge-- possibly Tropicana in Marigot. Activities will include hiking to the natural pool, snorkel, jet ski, Marigot market and Phillipsburg shops. Simpson Bay at night time. I will probably skip Loterie/Butterflies as... I prefer the beach. I would love feedback if I am truly missing out on something! Otherwise let the good times roll!... <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Groovin.gif" alt="" />
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Re: 3 more days! Thank you!
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05/26/2016 08:51 PM
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jazzgal
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Personally, I think you are trying to cram too much into one week, but perhaps that's just me. I think you are missing the most beautiful beach on the island: Anse Marcel. The restaurant there is fabulous. There's another beach bar with simply marvelous food - Dreams in Baie Nettle. The food may be slightly better than at Anse Marcel, but the beach isn't as nice. Both are not-to-be-missed locations IMO. And sailing on the Passaat Schooner is one of my most favorite island activities. Enjoy!
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Re: 3 more days! Thank you!
[Re: cravethebeach]
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05/26/2016 09:01 PM
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Daisy304
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Couldn't agree with Jazzgal more about Anse Marcel. In my 16 years going to SXM never tried it until a month ago and couldn't believe what I have been missing all these years. Simply beautiful. You have some great choices though and can't go wrong with any of the ones that you selected. Enjoy!!
Last edited by Daisy304; 05/26/2016 09:01 PM.
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Re: 3 more days! Thank you!
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05/26/2016 09:26 PM
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And I, too, will suggest adding the beach and Restaurant at Anse Marcel as a not-to-be-missed day. It's a total experience although not an inexpensive one but one so well worth doing. The drive in itself is an experience!! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />
Respectfully,
pat
"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them."
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Re: 3 more days! Thank you!
[Re: mahokid]
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05/27/2016 08:16 AM
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wilsonck
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mahokid said: In Maho, Sunset Bar is the landmark, but the Driftwood Bar 100 yards away has more island feel. Although I haven't been to the remodeled Susnset. And the food is much better, imho.
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Re: 3 more days! Thank you!
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05/28/2016 02:52 PM
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EllenL
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Paul and I stayed on Orient beach this winter for 3 weeks. we rented a kayak and kayaked over to pinel and little key islet. we had never kayaked in our lives and we had no problem and we are in our late 50's. we did it our first week in case we liked it that we could do it again, and yes we did go back the second time. just be careful if you drink to many spirits like I did, you may tip the kayak a few times. I'm sure we were entertainment for those on the beach watching us. I plan on doing this again.Heres the web site. It was a great inexpensive day for sure. Just pack plentyof sunscreen and a hat as pinel can be hot as well as being in the kayak. Enjoy your week as it goes fast. https://www.getyourguide.com/pinel-island-l2205/pinel-island-full-day-kayak-rental-t26108/Ellen from MA
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