Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.So glad you had a good trip in spite of a few disappointments. We have never thought Allamanda in Anguilla to be a good resort although others here have enjoyed staying there.Have they renovated Shoal Bay Villas? It was in need of repairs and was looking tired too. We usually rent a villa if we stay for a week, but for a few days we like Serenity Cottage on Shoal Bay. It is quiet,has a private beach area and a good restaurant. Sometime we hope to meet you in SXM.