Hey! Sunset is REALLY open.... This end of the beach has become a day trip stop for tourists from the cruise ships. Beginning about 11 am buses, taxis and vans arrive loaded with what appears to be passengers. The traffic on the road by the runway can be intense, walking on the road dangerous and trying to take pics requires learning to dance amongst the throng. Couple of weeks ago we
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ZEBULON, The food and drink at Driftwood is both reasonable and well prepared. As of yet I have not heard of any health problems. If you have the best facilities on the Island and staff don't follow proper hygiene what's the difference ? We spend a lot of time there, the cook is always cleaning. Antonio comes in early in the AM and scrubs, sprays and gets the place ready for the
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Philippe, Our thoughts are with you. Cherish the memories, RIP Captain Oliver. Denis & Michele
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The official medicinal cure all for pre/during/apres hurricanes is Rum.....also good for clean up party punch and mouthwash after PM naps....dose until you don't hear the wind or give a crap...whichever comes first ! Leave a bit of space for web browsing just to let us know you're OK ....
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Can think of many SXM locations where this would be VERY frightening.....good shots from your balcony and those glimpses of Mullet southward clearly depict the wind and surf force....THANKS E !
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There are a few points to consider before putting a number into your budget. Does your rate include cleanup and bed make up every day? In a number of villas you may only get "maid service" once or twice a week during your stay. For 4 bedrooms we would probably note the worker and tip them $20.00 on the days service was provided. Pay it direct to the maid....find out who she
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Hey! For something a little different, try KARAKTER on Simpson Bay Beach. Although the perimeter fence obstructs a bit you can be up front and close to the runway, directly across from the terminal. Food is yummy as well! Denis
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The new renters of the space originally called SUNSET BEACH BAR don't seem to object to using the old iconic name; however it is now SUNSET BAR AND GRILL. The planes still land in close proximity and the beer ice cold. Cruise ship passengers are taxied in numbers and the beach is filled daily.....come nightfall it quiets down and attempts to provide the excitement originally evident at
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Hey Norm! You know how to do it up on Island and the choices you make are top notch! Thanks for the report and pics! Denis
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coco......Check out the PJIA website. As far as I can determine about 400 feet will be added to accomodate the safety zones at either end of the runway 10/28. The 200' blocks will be marked out and then all existing markings and lighting will be moved. So....it looks like the lagoon filling project and road change will add 400' making 10/28 about 7600 feet in length.....a mile and
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Hey! An extra large coverage shot from the SONESTA MAHO roof, approach traffic over MAHO and an overview of the runway extension. New road I believe will be at the edge of the lagoon. Have a great 4th. Holiday and enjoy...rip away ! Denis
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Hey! Knowledgeable not, but it will probably be wait and see. Island Government seems to move in mysterious ways. There is a bridge at Marigot....check the lagoon on GOOGLE EARTH. Denis
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Mathieu, It's a small island and there are many free hot spots within a 10 minute car drive of each other. They do change if a place closes etc, so it's difficult to list. If you are mobile you simply won't have a problem getting online with your netbook.......ask around upon arrival. Denis
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Hey! As Elaine will confirm, ( I trust ) ETNA always seems to be in its' own smaller freezer. At FOOD EXPRESS in MAHO it used to be to the right of the cash registers as you come in....always well stocked and the RUM and RAISIN is second row from the left in the freezer.....We mix up a bit of black Guyana Demerara Rum and whipped cream as a topping.... Denis
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MARC OK....need an order for 1000 copies and I'll get started...can you get your Bay ppl. to approve that ? Den
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Hey! Thanks for the notes. Just spent a bundle having 4 hard drives recovered by a guy in Sarasota and it's "discover the pics" week. Feel free to use anything I post for whatever.....the fun of pics is sharing ! Den
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Hey! A couple you can print and save, clearer than GOOGLE EARTH ! It's unfortunate airplane windows aren't the best filter........ Den
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Hey A ! You're the best ! Have a great day....successful year and yes..CAKE IS GOOD ! Congratulations on having been chosen POLE DANCER OF THE YEAR by the Red Piano 4 a.m. Club, of which I hear you are a Charter Member ! YOU GO GIRL ! Breakfast is waiting at BON A ! The Chicago Party Team with their sponsor/mentor BABS and some lucky guy's wife Michele.....
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Hey! After a few processes in Photo shop a revealing image showed up......hahaha.. Denis
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Hey! Thanks for your confidence in my so called "expertise". Can't help though...haven't been going for that long...BUT...try to reverse print and see what it looks like....will try to do that in PS later...Denis
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Hey! WOW! You certainly put a lot of time and effort into one of the best reports I've ever read! Antics at RP ( Red Piano ) are ongoing and as you know, Jason and Colin are wonderful hosts with open minds. Next time you're down and Romie has his toys over, let me know.....he's always looking to party with new people.....his afternoon get togethers on PELORUS are a re
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Ha! Philippe...don't take this seriously...have a laugh ! Denis
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Hey ! NEW tipping policy on SXM ! It’s official! The SMHTA ( St. Maarten/Martin Hotel and Travel Association ) has published on their virtual website a few guidelines for gratuities. Rather than quote, I’ll give an overview. The guidelines are geared towards tourists and local residents alike. On the French side a tip of 15% is included in all bills even if it was not on the m
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Hey! Somebody said I should post.....Martin and I are off to the airport this afternoon. Bomb blasts were 1 subway station away, we were on a train in the opposite direction later. Moscow is returning to normal....a parade of 100 plus emergency vehicles edged through traffic at rush hour this morning toward the station up Ring road 2 KM away from us....nasty ! Now...should I lock the Ch
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Hey! Will try and get some sailboats up later....Thanks for the posts and Georgia.....me and my old buddy Photoshop will keep all the lovely subjects as beautiful as they are....and then some! Won't ever post a marginal pic. Will get you in my FB friends album some of these trips...... Thanks ! Denis
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Hey! For Norm, Georgia, Pat and the others who ALWAYS post a tidbit from their trips. HR10 was a great 2 weeks, NO complaints, NO beefs and enjoyed all our great buds which is what going is mainly about. Barb...you look great ! Denis shooters at Buc..."sax on the beach" All the MAHO blues. and Andrea caught this one !
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Hey Norm! Looks like a PARTY ! Good coverage and glad you enjoyed yourselves. Denis
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Hey creative! If you're around MAHO early in the morning or early in the afternoon you will find a group of aviation photographers at either Sunset Bar and Grill or Driftwood Bar. Don't be afraid to introduce yourself and let them know you may wish to try some plane shots. Most of these men and women are from all over the world and come to MAHO to get these shots. A great chance
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Hey Papa! From the airport to Flamingo on the WORST day shouldn't take longer than 1 hour....Elaine...road warrior...correct if I'm wrong. Pop a top..read or watch the people...count the restaurants ...it's never too boring ! Den
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