Very appreciative of your detailed reply, Manpot. I have been to Virgin Gorda 3 times and loved it in each instance, finding it relaxed, friendly, and free from crime.

I'm looking forward to going back sometime within the next 90 to 120 days, because I'd love to support the Island and its businesses. However, I'm saddened to know about what you describe as far more than petty incompetence, but is likely outright corruption, the latter being the most pernicious and malign form of taxation that can be imposed upon a citizenry.