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Boston T for visitors and areas to skip David, RW 9 hours ago I’m putting together a Boston plan and expect to use the MBTA a lot mostly Green/Red/Orange to get between Back Bay, Downtown, Cambridge and a couple of evening stops. For someone who doesn’t know the city well, are there any stations or stretches you’d avoid late at night or any lines that feel less comfortable after the crowds thin out? I’m not looking to stereotype neighborhoods, just trying to make smart choices and avoid walking into a sketchy situation by accident. Also, if you have do this instead tips best place to sit which exits feel safer when you switch to a taxi/rideshare, I’d appreciate it.

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Rhine Road parking enforcement SXMScubaman 19 hours ago "KPSM Takes Enforcement Action Against Illegal Parking in the Maho Area.

The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) advises the public that persistent and ongoing illegal parking along Rhine Road in the Maho area and at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road has forced the police to take decisive enforcement action. Despite repeated complaints, warnings, and preventive measures implemented over an extended period, traffic violations at this location have continued, creating serious disruptions to the free flow of traffic and posing risks to road users and pedestrians.

Over the past several weeks, KPSM has received multiple requests and complaints regarding illegal parking along Rhine Road leading into the Maho area, as well as at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road. Community officers assigned to the Maho area have, over time, implemented several measures to discourage drivers from parking on sidewalks.
In collaboration with concerned parents and community members, concrete dividers were placed to prevent vehicles from parking on pedestrian walkways. However, drivers have adjusted their behavior and have begun parking on the roadway itself. This has resulted in a narrowing of the entrance to Beacon Hill Road and the roundabout leading into Maho, significantly affecting traffic circulation in this heavily used area.
As the preventive measures proved ineffective, KPSM transitioned to active enforcement. On Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, police officers conducted enforcement actions at the location, during which fines were issued and several vehicles were towed for violating traffic regulations. These actions were taken in accordance with the clearly posted no-stopping/no-parking signs present in the area.

KPSM strongly urges residents, tour operators (including large and small buses), ATV rental companies, and visitors to refrain from parking along Rhine Road in Maho and at the entrance of Beacon Hill Road. Illegal parking in these locations continues to obstruct traffic flow and compromises public safety.

Due to continued non-compliance, the police are forced to divert personnel from already limited operational resources to address this behavior—resources that could otherwise be deployed to manage other critical policing duties.
KPSM calls on all road users to cooperate and comply with traffic regulations to ensure a safe, orderly, and accessible traffic environment in the Maho area."

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Printed "fixed taxi" rates for Tortola ggffrr11 Yesterday at 10:45 PM Heh: I've seen some printed "fixed taxi rates" for Tortola from a few years ago. Anything recent? thx, rrs

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New, Driftwood Boat Bar plane observation deck Dr Phil SXM Yesterday at 04:20 PM The last couple weeks in January, the Driftwood Boat Bar has been building an upper deck for airplane observation.
It is accessible inside behind the picnic deck seating.

Here are some photos.

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Tango Booked Whale Tail Yesterday at 03:14 PM Just booked Tango this morning for the 2 1/2 hour Heineken Regatta cruise on Sat March 7th at 9am. The website said it was selling out fast, which may or may not be true but we didn't want to miss out. We did it for the first time last year and it was a good time. The cost is $50 per person which includes drinks but at that time of the day I don't think I'll be emptying the cooler

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Mary's Boon - Dog Missing - please help find Casper Teresasxm 02/03/2026 09:02 PM If you have stayed at Mary's Boon or enjoyed a day on their beach, you've likely seen two black labs frolicking in the waves. One of the dogs, Casper, went missing Saturday night and they can't find him. There were reports of fireworks on the beach that night and it may have spooked him. If anyone is on the island now, please keep a look out for him. Also, if you could push the info and his picture out on your social media platforms it would really be appreciated.

There's more information on their Facebook page: Mary's Boon Beach Hotel, Restaurant and Bar.

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First time bare boating, question on northern swells zlehmann 02/03/2026 08:45 PM Hey all,

Been researching this trip for almost a year now, can't wait to get down there. I have read a lot on the dangers of northern swells and looking at the forecasts for next week it's looking like I'll be dealing with them quite a bit. I'm trying to get a better sense of when I'm at risk. Forecasts are predicting 1.1m swells from the north to northeast. That sounds pretty benign to me, although maybe less comfortable on the ball overnight.

Is there a particular height that should be setting off alarm bells?

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First time captaining Ron Natalie 02/03/2026 06:00 PM We've bareboated several times in the BVI with other friends, but this is our first time "captaining" with some other friends. This is our proposed itinerary. Any gotchas or suggestions?

Day 0
Arrive Beef Island, spend night at Nanny Cay Resort.
Possibly go to Road Town for dinner

Day 1
Provision boat, return rental car, Omars or Peg Legs for dinner. Sleep on boat in slip.

Day 2
Sail to Norman Island. Moor (open balls). Jump off Willie T, have dinner at Pirates Bight

Day 3
Sail to Salt Island, get day ball, dingy to the Rhone and snorkle.
Sail to Cooper Island, Boaty Ball ( Machineel Bay). Cooper Island Beach Club / Rum Bar

Day 4
Sail to Virgin Gorda / Baths. Day ball to visit the baths (to get ashore at 9AM).
Sail to Gorda Sound / Leverick Bay area. Boaty Ball. Hit the pirate show.

Day 5
Sail to Bitter End YC, pick up one of their balls. Drinks at BEYC, dinner at Saba Rock.

Day 6
Sail to Marina Cay. Water Taxi to Scrub Island and Loose Mongoose

Day 7
Sail to Jost Van Dyke (Great Harbor). Pick up Boaty Ball. Drinks at Soggy Dollar. Dinner at Foxys?

Day 8
Sail to Peter Island. Peter Island Resor t Moring. Dinner at their restaurant.

Day 9
Return to Nanny Cay to return boat.

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Beacon Hill road blocked with rough sea Kennys 02/03/2026 03:44 PM Totally blocked and the Police dealing with traffic situation. And Five ships busses should be blocked from coming in today 🙏🙏🙏🙏😢

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Restaurant news AUCspouse 02/03/2026 03:34 PM Two items of restaurant news: First, La Chingona, the tacqueria in Cupecoy, is planning to open a new branch in Cole Bay. They're taking over the Big Daddy's location (the burger joint) next to the Carrefour supermarket. The new branch restaurant has a sign up, but it isn't open yet.

Second: Bar Code in Cupecoy has been closed for the past two weeks. The rumor is that the restaurant has been sold, but I haven't confirmed that. Anyone know any more about Bar Code?

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