My first trip was in 1982 or 83. I was in my early 20's and traveling with 2 girlfriends. We booked a package deal and stayed in Phillipsburg. This was my first vacation on my own with friends and we had a blast spending all days on the beach and nights dancing at Studio 7. My biggest impression of the island was of how friendly everyone was. I remember meeting our tour coordinator who was also a young woman for an island orientation. She told us not to have any worries that the island was very safe. We actually walked from Phillipsburg down to Chesterfield's in the complete dark one night. Picking up hitchhikers was not big deal and was a great way to meet people. The good old days!