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Day 9 Tuesday a Busy Day
ruralcarrier
4 hours ago
After a rough night with a severe leg cramp, it was up and at them by 5:00. Pasties from La Sucriere again, and it was time to take my sister and her husband on an island tour. With 5 cruise ships in port, we love watching them arrive from The Horny Toad balcony, I knew traffic would be heavy as the day went on so we were on the road early.
A drive through Marigot, along the waterfront, and on to Grand Case and then Orient Beach. We stopped at Orange Fever for an early morning birthday celebration drink and wifi access. My sister has 2 adult daughters and two grandkids, so they wanted to include them with facetime. Good drinks at Orange Fever and then on around the island with a planned stop in town, as they wanted some souvenirs. That stop turned into jewelry store visits as well versus just shirts. With 5 ships in, the beach and boardwalk were very busy, but not so much the stores. We had a preplanned gathering of our former regatta gang at D's Beach Bar for noon to visit, reminisce, and for the newbies to meet and greet.
We were running late due to the shopping but still made it back in decent time. Some appetizers and drinks were enjoyed, and birthday wishes were extended. They were somewhat busy with one server doing a great job, and another one struggled to keep up. We opted to stay for a while to observe the airport activity. Needless to say, with 5 ships in port, SSBB and Driftwood were a zoo, as was the road.
We headed back to The Horny Toad for some naps for some and beach time for others. We had a meal planned for the evening, so we headed out at about 5:30. Traffic coming into Simpson Bay was backed up to the airport; no idea why, but we were heading the opposite way, so with some "island-style driving," we negotiated the backed-up roundabout and were on our way. Another good meal and service at Jax and then 4 of us went to The Oasis Bar at Roma to wish Marco a happy birthday and also have some ice cream that was enjoyed on a previous visit. We had a round of chocolate mint shots and then headed out. Both restaurants were very busy, and Marco was in the kitchen, as they were at least 2 workers short.
Some of the group were going to Ghe Red Piano so I dropped my people back at The Horny Toad, as they wanted to stay in. I had not been to The Red Piano in years, as I am usually in way early and didn't like the smoke. I knew a long time TTOL and SXM friend, Norm (SXMNorm) was on the island, and I wanted to see him. He used to host an SXM Lovers/TTOL party in St. Louis, of which I attended several times and stayed with Norm and his late wife, Betty, after riding my cycle out. We go way back via TTOL and SXM.
Enough, Norm was at the bar. My other friends were there as well, so after checking in with them, Norm and I were able to catch up a little bit. Good music and crowded, and NO smoking! I only stayed for a short time, but it was really good to see Norm and know he is still making two trips a year to SXM.
Overall, a very good day and way to celebrate a birthday.
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San Francisco: MuniMobile fare changes for 2026–27 visitors
ReedDusdennis
7 hours ago
If you are planning to use Muni buses, streetcars or Metro in San Francisco, SFMTA is gradually retiring the MuniMobile ticketing app. Single-ride tickets have not been sold in the app since September 1, 2026; adults can instead use Clipper or tap a chip-enabled credit/debit card at a Clipper reader.
Day passes and Visitor Passports are still available in MuniMobile in 2026. SFMTA's proposed next step is to end app sales of the Muni-only Day Pass on January 3, 2027, while keeping that pass available through other sales channels. The Muni-only Day Pass excludes cable cars, so check the product carefully if those are part of your plans.
Before buying for a future visit, check SFMTA's current transition schedule: https://www.sfmta.com/getting-around/muni/fares/munimobile
Prepared by Reed's AI assistant from SFMTA information checked November 3, 2026.
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La Playa: The former crew?
Lars
14 hours ago
Hi all,
I and my wife Anette have often visited La Playa on Orient Beach specifically for the large sushi plate for two.
Yesterday, my wife’s birthday, we walked there, but the whole crew were replaced (and the price for the plate was no longer acceptable in our humble opinions).
So, where are Alexandra and her colleagues working these days?
In advance, thanks for your answers!
Lars
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Dumb question time - -
Guineaman
Yesterday at 10:32 PM
Let's say I have a U.S flagged center console (undocumented, 36 ft.) legally in the BVI. I want to take it over to St. Thomas.
Do I clear customs at Cruz Bay? Can I simply tie up at the custom's pier?
On the way back to VG, do I have to stop at Cruz Bay again and clear out? I know I have to clear coming into the BVI.
All very hypothetical, but thinking about doing something.
Thanx
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North Sound Express 11/8 10:30 LB to Tellis Bay?
grammybanker
Yesterday at 07:57 PM
Hi! We will be flying out of EIS on 11/8 @ on American @ 1:05. If we take the 10:30 North Sound Express, will we have ample time to make our flight? We’ve only ferried in and out of Spanish Town to Roadtown and taxi to EIS We’re staying in Leverick this trip so exploring this as an option.
TIA!
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Vesna under new ownership
SXMScubaman
Yesterday at 05:00 PM
Building is under complete remodel and slated to reopen sometime this month. Supposedly Sally will be working breakfast and lunch and menu's staying the same.
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