marvinmacs Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 I keep on hearing about Caribbean vacations, resorts and cruises. There are even all-inclusive packages for families and single parents. There really are a lot of things going on there. Maybe you or some of your friends have already been there
Narnian Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 Actually, I live here. If you need any recommendations or information on St. Thomas or St. John in the US Virgin Islands, just let me know!
Perfect7 Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 Narnian - how cool! Do you have benefits of living there, or do you end up paying more for everything because it is geared to tourists?
Narnian Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 Most things cost more because it has to be shipped by air or sea to get here, but the shops geared towards tourists usually have "local discounts" to bring at least their products down to more affordable prices. The one thing that's always cheap is rum, lol, because we produce our own. Other than that, just the benefits of sunshine, surf, and sand.
Perfect7 Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 So, you don't have that perennial problem of "Why is the rum always gone?" LOL! (That's one of my more favorite lines from those movies )
Narnian Posted September 20, 2010 Report Posted September 20, 2010 Lol, always rum around - and I love those movies and that particular line as well. I actually miss the local rum when I visit the states and can't find it; it's getting easier to find, though! It's called "Cruzan Rum" and comes in light, dark, and many many flavors like Banana, Coconut, Mango, Vanilla, Citrus, Raspberry, Black Cherry...yum!
winuxchrosh Posted September 21, 2010 Report Posted September 21, 2010 Did you ever meet Captain Jack Sparrow? He always insist of addressing him with the word "captain"! :
Narnian Posted September 21, 2010 Report Posted September 21, 2010 Lol; I wish...I've loved Johnny Depp since I first saw him in Edward Scissorhands. Sir William isn't too bad looking, either.
marvinmacs Posted September 22, 2010 Author Report Posted September 22, 2010 Hi Narnian! I'm amazed So you actually live there. I took a look at your place through Google Map. It wasn't until I zoomed in when I realized there are big houses with swimming pools, tennis courts and manicured lawns in those islands. I presume the British Virgin Islands belong to UK and the Virgin Islands belong to the US. Correct me if I'm wrong They're both Virgin Islands.
Perfect7 Posted September 22, 2010 Report Posted September 22, 2010 My favorite Johnny Depp character was in Benny & Joon. He did such a great job as "Sam" in that movie! Talk about heart-warming! I also liked him in the chocolate factory movie Lol; I wish...I've loved Johnny Depp since I first saw him in Edward Scissorhands. Sir William isn't too bad looking, either.
Narnian Posted September 22, 2010 Report Posted September 22, 2010 You are correct in which Virgin Islands are territories of the US and UK; St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island are all US. A small percentage of the population can afford the luxurious houses, though they are the most noticed on Google Earth because of the sizes of their estates. A large portion of the population is impoverished and close to it; it's something we are trying to work on through education.
QueenB Posted September 24, 2010 Report Posted September 24, 2010 My mom went on one and she said it was amazing. I'm sure it's going to take me a long, long time to be able to afford it, but it's definitely something to look forward to. I want to go on many vacations when I'm older. I've only been to a few states in the US lol! Sad, huh?
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