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Flying home erb923 Yesterday at 11:24 PM Really great villa in Orient we had, called Villa BRUNEVA. Alas the wonderful owners have sold it so it will be off the market. The cistern and solar power backup battery helped for the short outages that occur. FYI if you complain or freak out about every power or water issue, rent in a large condo or hotel complex or a villa with backup options.

Had a final bloody at SMYC before returning the car to Hertz, a crappy car but works for the island and no issues. Also saw some big boats entering the marina.

The airport is really pretty amazing for a Caribbean island, especially the departure aspect. Took a total of 5 mins from checking luggage and arriving to the lounge for the free drink. Sometimes the complaints about the airport are a bit much. Food in the lounge is much improved and the flight to EWR on United was nice, delayed 45mins or so due to airport congestion. Great trip, will be back next year.

Also why is there still snow on the ground ing Philly…🤢

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Coco Maya Mooring Ball(s)? CarolinaSailor Yesterday at 04:30 PM In preparation for a late June trip, just wondering if there are mooring balls (or just one) available just offshore from the restaurant? If so, is there an identifiable channel available? Last time down while eating we saw a yacht moored about 50-100 yards offshore. Any info appreciated.

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Beef Island Ferry IWIWSE Yesterday at 04:29 PM Good morning,

Trying to arrange travel to Virgin Gorda in April.
The American Airlines flight is scheduled to land at 4:15
Is it unreasonable to think we could make the 4:30 ferry?
Thanks for the help.

Mike
Sometimes I sit and think
Sometimes I just sit

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Private Chaef for Bareboat - SacoFrank Yesterday at 02:53 PM Hi Everyone, we have a bareboat with a captain scheduled for early March and have an empty cabin. Trying to fill it last minute, but also interested in a private chat for a few days/nights ifthe cabin stays vacant. Does anyone have recommendations?

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Kazanu and Tiko Lodge Booked SirRichard Yesterday at 01:51 PM We booked Kazanu and Tiko Lodge for the first time. Looking forward to both. Kazanu wasn't available for our full stay so Phillip at Kazanu suggested we book Tiko across the street for the remainder of our trip. Many thanks to him. March 8-23

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One night stay after 7 night charter FirstMate4Life 02/05/2026 09:14 PM Hello all, we end our charter on Saturday, April 11, but don't fly home until the 12th. We fly out of STT and flight is not until later in the afternoon so we have plenty of time. Looking for recommendations for two things:
1.) Should we overnight on Tortola or STT
2.) Depending on the answer above, where should we stay?
Not looking to stay at the Ritz, but certainly looking for somewhere "decent"
Thanks all,

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Boston T for visitors and areas to skip David, RW 02/05/2026 11:27 AM I’m putting together a Boston plan and expect to use the MBTA a lot mostly Green/Red/Orange to get between Back Bay, Downtown, Cambridge and a couple of evening stops. For someone who doesn’t know the city well, are there any stations or stretches you’d avoid late at night or any lines that feel less comfortable after the crowds thin out? I’m not looking to stereotype neighborhoods, just trying to make smart choices and avoid walking into a sketchy situation by accident. Also, if you have do this instead tips best place to sit which exits feel safer when you switch to a taxi/rideshare, I’d appreciate it.

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Rhine Road parking enforcement SXMScubaman 02/05/2026 01:04 AM "KPSM Takes Enforcement Action Against Illegal Parking in the Maho Area.

The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) advises the public that persistent and ongoing illegal parking along Rhine Road in the Maho area and at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road has forced the police to take decisive enforcement action. Despite repeated complaints, warnings, and preventive measures implemented over an extended period, traffic violations at this location have continued, creating serious disruptions to the free flow of traffic and posing risks to road users and pedestrians.

Over the past several weeks, KPSM has received multiple requests and complaints regarding illegal parking along Rhine Road leading into the Maho area, as well as at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road. Community officers assigned to the Maho area have, over time, implemented several measures to discourage drivers from parking on sidewalks.
In collaboration with concerned parents and community members, concrete dividers were placed to prevent vehicles from parking on pedestrian walkways. However, drivers have adjusted their behavior and have begun parking on the roadway itself. This has resulted in a narrowing of the entrance to Beacon Hill Road and the roundabout leading into Maho, significantly affecting traffic circulation in this heavily used area.
As the preventive measures proved ineffective, KPSM transitioned to active enforcement. On Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, police officers conducted enforcement actions at the location, during which fines were issued and several vehicles were towed for violating traffic regulations. These actions were taken in accordance with the clearly posted no-stopping/no-parking signs present in the area.

KPSM strongly urges residents, tour operators (including large and small buses), ATV rental companies, and visitors to refrain from parking along Rhine Road in Maho and at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road. Illegal parking in these locations continues to obstruct traffic flow and compromises public safety.

Due to continued non-compliance, the police are forced to divert personnel from already limited operational resources to address this behavior—resources that could otherwise be deployed to manage other critical policing duties.
KPSM calls on all road users to cooperate and comply with traffic regulations to ensure a safe, orderly, and accessible traffic environment in the Maho area."

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Printed "fixed taxi" rates for Tortola ggffrr11 02/04/2026 10:45 PM Heh: I've seen some printed "fixed taxi rates" for Tortola from a few years ago. Anything recent? thx, rrs

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New, Driftwood Boat Bar plane observation deck Dr Phil SXM 02/04/2026 04:20 PM The last couple weeks in January, the Driftwood Boat Bar has been building an upper deck for airplane observation.
It is accessible inside behind the picnic deck seating.

Here are some photos.

Drphilsxm

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