ORH_wxman Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Oh do you know somebody who went? We were right there. The Island is mostly a national park so there are tons of things to do as far as outdoor stuff goes. Hiking to beaches is one of them. We hiked to one yesterday and we were one of 3 people there. Felt like lost. The main town itself has tons of bars and restaurants. St Thomas is more active as far as nightlife goes. We walked to this one beach the other day, right down from where we are staying. It was recommended for snorkeling. We get there, and all of the sudden these guys showed up with massive speakers and just started playing all sorts of stuff..lol. It reminded me of college Yeah I know some folks who went there. I like the less developed aspect of that island. Or like the sound of it anyway. Caneel bay in town there has some stuff so you don't get too bored at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moneypitmike Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 This was trunk bay. Awesome snorkeling by those rocks just off the beach. Lots of coral there. Turtles, fish, sting rays..awesome. Edit. I didn't realize I caught a rainbow too! Nice. 5.4/-3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Looks like your looking out towards Tortola? Beautiful island of Saint John on the beach. That was one of the Cay's. BVI was just around the other side. Jost Van Dyke was visible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Yeah I know some folks who went there. I like the less developed aspect of that island. Or like the sound of it anyway. Caneel bay in town there has some stuff so you don't get too bored at night. Yeah we said the same. St John was more our speed I think, but both are beautiful. St John actually reminded me of Kauai a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanStWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 I went over to St John's twice. Loved it. That was from St. John. Loved St. John, I mean those beaches are tough to beat. Plus I enjoy the snorkeling aspect. On St. Thomas we're usually at the Frenchman's Reef, but bounce around on different day trips. I'll say it was the two for one mudslides at the hotel that probably gave me the final push to ask my fiancee's father for his blessing last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekuasepinniW Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 This tropical banter is eekuasepinniW approved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Loved St. John, I mean those beaches are tough to beat. Plus I enjoy the snorkeling aspect. On St. Thomas we're usually at the Frenchman's Reef, but bounce around on different day trips. I'll say it was the two for one mudslides at the hotel that probably gave me the final push to ask my fiancee's father for his blessing last year. They do it right here. Best drinks. Pack a punch too. But have to be careful if you need to drive. Left side of road FTL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendrite Posted January 5, 2016 Author Share Posted January 5, 2016 This tropical banter is eekuasepinniW approved. EYW is frigid tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Well anyways, for those who wondered, I recommend it. As far as the culture goes, The islands themselves are rather poor, but the people are very nice. Tourism is their livelihood. In fact they were commenting how crazy the states are lol. They are pretty laid back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanStWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 They do it right here. Best drinks. Pack a punch too. But have to be careful if you need to drive. Left side of road FTL. We've always used the cabs. Still a little unnerving to drive with them too! We've only ever had to drive to Magen's Bay, golf, and the restaurant Oceana though. Why go anywhere with this view though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 We have been to trunk bay twice fir snorkeling....love that beach Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forkyfork Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 look into my eye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekuasepinniW Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 EYW is frigid tonight. Yeah they probably have the cold weather shelters opened up for tonight. I think the most recent streak of warm mins and highs ended at 10 or 11 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekuasepinniW Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 We've always used the cabs. Still a little unnerving to drive with them too! We've only ever had to drive to Magen's Bay, golf, and the restaurant Oceana though. Why go anywhere with this view though? 1017659_10101422673397905_250187528_n.jpg If you crop the palms out, that reminds me of Bar Harbor. I need to get a passport and start going through all those islands down there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanStWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 If you crop the palms out, that reminds me of Bar Harbor. I need to get a passport and start going through all those islands down there. Best part is you technically don't need one for Saints Thomas and John. Probably best you do though, just in case or if you want to hop over to Jost, Tortola, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 This was trunk bay. Awesome snorkeling by those rocks just off the beach. Lots of coral there. Turtles, fish, sting rays..awesome. Edit. I didn't realize I caught a rainbow too! Can't wait to back down there in April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 We found Tortola to be nicer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanStWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Clearly we all have a little warminista in us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Well I admit I was reluctant at first lol. But it was a quick booking and figured I would not miss much beginning of January. Besides temps always mid 80s with a breeze. It feels nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OceanStWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Well I admit I was reluctant at first lol. But it was a quick booking and figured I would not miss much beginning of January. Besides temps always mid 80s with a breeze. It feels nice. Better than SLK, -13 already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Better than SLK, -13 already. That's nice too lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Clearly we all have a little warminista in us. I'm not a fan of cold. Love snow but would not miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weathafella Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Make sure you snorkel the underwater trail in St. John's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Make sure you snorkel the underwater trail in St. John's. Did that today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Anyone done St Maarten? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 You will want this link, wow http://www.stormhamster.com/gis.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Its like every link I have bookmarked on one page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoth Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Random, but was reading Love's Labours Lost and found Kevin's "seasons in seasons" mode of thought expressed as only Shakespeare can: Why should proud summer boast before the birds have cause to sing? Why should I joy in abortive birth? At Christmas I no more desire a rose than wish a snow in May's new-fangled earth; But like each thing that in season grows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ORH_wxman Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Clearly we all have a little warminista in us. Maldives won me over: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 That looks incredible. Funny I was just telling my wife about the Maldives too. Tropical beaches definitely FTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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