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Costa Rica singbeach 14 minutes ago Can I ask where to stay in January? Resort on beach with pool near restaurants maybe music? Not a young couple looking to hike or swing in trees!

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SXM Entry Form Scam torch 4 hours ago Im not sure if this has been discussed before, and apologies if it has but my Son and Daughter in Law Googled SXM Entry form and the first site that popped up appears to be a scam. They filled in all the paperwork and then it asked them to pay $240. He called me at this point to ask if that sounded legitimate to which I replied no. He found the correct form but was nearly out $240. I had the same issue when I first googled it. I'm not sure what the algorithm is that Google uses to prioritize searches, but be careful

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Gilligan's Island On SXM? Whale Tail 5 hours ago You never know what you'll see on SXM.
We were having breakfast at SMYC this morning and the "cast" of Gilligan's Island showed up

I think they were going on a 3 day cruise

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Vesna Taverna jazzgal 16 hours ago Posted on their Facebook page:

After months of doing everything we could to keep Vesna Taverna moving forward, we have made the decision to close our doors.

Our family invested heavily, worked long hours, and genuinely tried to preserve what many people said they loved about this place. We heard a lot of encouragement along the way.
What became clear over time is that encouragement and consistent support are not the same thing.

Restaurants survive on customers, not promises — and despite our efforts, the ongoing support simply wasn’t enough to make the business sustainable.

To the guests who truly showed up for us, you have our sincere thanks. You made a difficult road easier.

We’re proud of the work we put in, and we’re moving forward wiser.

— Vesna Taverna

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VG last half of April ??? Boulderboy Yesterday at 11:26 PM We are going on our 15th visit and we are land based older couple. Have been mostly in Nov- Dec. And
once in late Aug. Has anyone done the last 2 weeks of April and can comment on the weather and crowds or anything?. Thanks in advance.
Boulderboy 2026

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What's Up With Young Island Mixed reviews? Cap'n Matt Yesterday at 05:30 PM Anyone have any recent insight as to why Young Island is getting such mixed reviews on Google lately? As a freelance skipper, I've always encouraged guests to book a stay there at the end of a Grenadines trip rather than rush to catch a return flight which spoils the afterglow of a pleasant charter. This has always been a winning combo, but admittedly, my last Grenadines trip was many years ago. I realize things can change.

Secondly, if Young Island is in decline, what hotel/resort alternatives might you suggest on St. Vincent. I'm returning my guests at Blue Hole marina. Given the $500/night price tag at Young Island, I want to avoid a disappointing experience.

Your input is greatly appreciated.

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Pelican bistro/pelican deli megamania Yesterday at 05:09 PM Hello all
So some confusion here. Is the bistro and deli the same place/location? I have been looking at some accomodation possibility for 3 extra folks to join us while we are on island in jan 2027. One place shows a pic of above Pelican Bistro. I will try to post pic which is in listing and would like uour advice. In pic it shows building and from what i can tell from seeing landmarks-the location seems off. It appears that the building with “Pelican Bistro” is on billy folley road “before” you walk up that hill. Just seems off to me. Any input? I marked a line showing the building in question . Correct me if wrong but i do not remember seeing that building on my left walking towards the hill “prior” to going up the hill. Maybe I am losing it! Lol

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Baie Rouge SXMCO12 Yesterday at 04:44 PM We are returning first week of June for a week long stay on Baie Rouge. First trip back since 2022 and can’t wait. We just love Terres Basses.

Question after catching up on recent posts- has nude use of Baie Rouge increased in the last few years with the loss of Gus and Raymond’s? I’ve seen discussion about the “left side” of the beach which is where we are renting and would consider this a very positive development.

Appreciate any info.

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Recommended restaurants near orient Beach glenndavid20 Yesterday at 03:36 PM Arriving in early May and staying in a villa in Orient Beach. What restaurants do you recommend that are near or a short drive away?

Thanks

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We Went "Local" Tonight - Lagoonies Whale Tail Yesterday at 02:26 AM We've never been there before but figured that it's a bar bistro that locals frequent so why not. It's on the lagoon in Cole Bay in an industrial/marine area off of Wellington Rd so the dress code is come as you are.
Staff was friendly and service was good. Nothing fancy but a good vibe, sort of being at SMYC. Happy hour has $1.50 Heinekens and rum punches at $2

Live music tonight with Lee, Rodrigo and a drummer that I don't know which was good.

I had a cheeseburger (ya you guessed it) with fries which were really good and I asked for Brie Cheese but the waiter came back and said that they didn't have any but the cook recommended Morbier cheese and brought me a slice to try and I said OK let's try it. Stronger flavor than Brie but it was good.

My wife had Tagliatelle Alle Vongole (clams) in a Saffron Creamy White Wine Broth Leek, Arugula, PineNuts and Parmesan. Which she said was delicious and plentiful.

Lagoonies is nothing fancy but I'd go back.

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