TravelTalkOnline Forums Thread Like Summary - Beach Chairs?

Hi,

We are back for our 5th charter, but our first time hosting 2 other first time couples. They have asked if we should rent beach chairs and umbrella since they are only $20 week. My wife and I have never done this before, as we do not typically spend much time sitting on the beach. Assuming they will want to spend time sitting on the beach: Our first thought was that there are lounge chairs available at most places and I assume the cost is comped or not too crazy if you buy something at the associated location. Or even it costs something, the host location may not want you to drop your rental on the beach? Any thoughts for or agin? (we are on a 47' CAT with 6 adults and the chairs seem small, so I doubt storage space is an issue).

Thanks in advance,

I replied on FB (as did many others) that beach chairs would be more trouble than they are worth. You likely wouldn't find many opportunities to use them or need them, and they will be a pain in the dinghy. In many, many weeks in the BVI, we have not felt the need for them. Usually, it's more comfortable on the boat anyway. Beach is great for walking and play.