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“What’s the official language of The Cayman Islands” (1 comments)
Yes ENGLISH is the main language on the island, so you should have NO problems with the Cayman islands accent, they are not that hard to decipher through. For the most part, you will only hear just a little bit of (Cayman Islands) UNIQUE dialect, but [...] 		gravatar
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2011-05-05 13:47:03
“Good DEEP tissue MESsage” (3 comments)
Many Hotels and Resorts throughout the Caribbean help their guests relax and rejuvenate with spa treatments, including massage. Getting a massage from a trained professional soothes your body, mind and soul.

Here’s a list of the hotels on the isla [...]

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2011-05-01 12:04:11
“Deep Sea Fishing Charter Boat” – Anguilla (7 comments)
I know first hand, that Nature Boy is always open and willing to go anywhere the fish are even when the rest of the fleet are not willing to run out that far. Every trip I have taken, the crew has done their very BEST on trying to find the fish and a [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-28 12:22:30
“Need advice on power adapter?” (1 comments)
I’ve stayed at several beautiful places while on the island and NEVER needed anything else except plug converter anywhere in the WORLD LOL. Most electrical appliances should work properly just as they did in the USA especially those heating devices [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-27 19:26:49
“Purchasing Dominica Ferry Tickets” (1 comments)
During my stay of 10 days in Dominica. My Husband and I had organized a mini trip to St. Lucia in advance. We booked our tickets directly with the travel agent (HHV Whitchurch & Co Ltd) Who were very reliable, helpful welcoming and friendly staff. My [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-27 18:29:24
“OVERSEAS SPENDING CREDIT CARDS” (1 comments)
MOST PLACES ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS: I have used my VISA and AMERICAN EXPRESS CREDIT CARDS all over the island for Toronto, Isla de Vieques – in restaurants, car rental, even bought a Juicy (soda) with French fries without anyone given me any hassle. I u [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-27 10:49:33
St. Lucia Castries: Supermarkets (1 comments)
Taxi or local bus are 2 GREAT options and it’ll save you time and money. All the taxi cab companies offer island wide 24-hour service as they will take you and bring you back – and wait for you in between. Also, they would have enough space to hold a [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-25 12:33:56
“Best thing to see during Carnival” (1 comments)
‘The Carnival Village’ in Philipsburg is the center piece for sights, sounds, shows, and local culinary treats. ‘The Carnival Village’ is where all the FUN and ACTION takes place during these 17 days. More parades are held the next morning, and the [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-21 19:07:25
“Beer & liquor prices” – St. Vincent and The Grenadines (1 comments)
My Friends including myself had many laughs and Hairouns on the Mainland of St. Vincent. Hairouns are between $5.00 and $7.00 EC, depending on where you are. MOST regular liquor and a mixer are between $7.00 and $15.00 EC, again, depending on the are [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-21 16:36:01
“Going Snorkeling in Tobago” (1 comments)
Snorkeling Equipment is almost always available at Dive Shops or Tour Boat Companies, both of which often run Snorkeling Tours. You can buy or rent these locally and many hotels, apartments and villas. And also, you can buy Snorkeling Equipment local [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-20 23:25:32
“Turks and Caicos Car and Jeep Rental” (1 comments)
Excellent CHOICE of accommodation for travelers needing a place to stay while, on vacation. … My husband and I had a FANTASTIC week long stay at the Royal West Indies Resort. … All in all, we had a GREAT TIME and even went to a wedding on the bea [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-20 18:06:39
“Mobile Phone SIM Cards” (1 comments)
Just behind and to the right of the “roulette wheel” in the arrivals area (right outside the door across from the customs hall) there is this little shop that sells SIM CARDS & MINUTES. They are around $30.00/$35.00. You’ll probably get 10 to 20 minu [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-20 01:04:42
“Food/Drink Prices” (1 comments)
We stayed at Jumby Bay Resort for 2 wks at the end of February. This is the first Rosewood we have ever stayed at. When we arrived on the island a huge surprise awaited us. Our room was upgraded to a suite with a private pool. So there was PLENTY of [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-18 17:05:23
“EXIT FEES for a 12 months old baby” (1 comments)
No entry or exit fees: If your 12 months old baby does not have a ticket or a boarding pass and therefore does not occupy a seat you won’t have to pay the departure tax for her or him.

The Airport VIP lounge access is $25 CUC’s per person for airp [...]

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2011-04-16 18:41:05
Is “Sea Bridge Ferry Service” still open?! (1 comments)
So, you are planning a vacation to St. Kitts & Nevis! Lucky you. And of course, Sea Bridge Ferry is still open and has been operating regularly for a couple of years. Sea Bridge ferry runs all day from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The only “iffy” part abou [...]

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2011-04-14 08:02:01
“Mountain Sunset Hike” (1 comments)
There are Expedition Guided Tours of Jamaica for you, it’s a 2 to 3 day affair to do it properly and it’s about a 6-hour drive to the base meeting point from Negril… 

Travel Expedition Guide at: 
http://www.jamaicans.com/tourist/thebluemount [...]

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2011-04-14 00:11:19
“Nude Or Topless Beaches” (1 comments)
There are some ferries in Martinique that provide very good regular services and will take passengers from Pointe du Bout to Fort-de-France. … Here is the link for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique Ferry Services at: http://www.ospreylines. [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-13 23:00:48
*BEST* Beach Resort” (1 comments)
Book at: Hacienda Dominicus or Casa Del Mar Hotel. They’re both fantastic!! If you’re just looking for “closer-to-shore” snorkeling right in front of your Hotel, you can’t go wrong LOL!!.

I would love to plan another trip back to The Dominican Rep [...]

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2011-04-13 00:35:54
“Adventure Day Tours” (1 comments)
There are two FANTASTIC Tour Operators you might want to try on the island Chris Tours & Taxi Service and Mandoo Tours & Taxi Service. Both Chris and Mandoo get really great reviews. We used Chris Tours and we had a terrific tour with Chris while we [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-12 17:19:24
“Best Insect Repellent” (1 comments)
Lifesystems Expedition Spray is the ONLY thing that ever works for me. You can get this type of spray in x50 or x100 strength. Also, they do a spray for clothes. It is available at camping stores such as blacks or Millets, anywhere that does outdoors [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-07 21:16:54
“Nearby Liquor Store??” (1 comments)
There is a liquor store in the shopping plaza across from the Marina Village. Store Name: Bristol Cellars. They are open until like 6pm, Monday-Saturday and 3pm on Sunday. It has a HUGE selection of liquor, with a great wine and beer selection as wel [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-07 20:52:06
“Wi-Fi Coverage” (1 comments)
Wi-Fi is NOW FREE in or near Westin Hotel. … You have to sign-up “every day” for the FREE service. … But if you think you need more speed the current actual price is $12.00 per day. … [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-07 20:37:47
“Places To Eat/Drink Outside Of Hotel” (1 comments)
There are a few places outside the hotels that you can eat. … There is a snack bar located at Pilar Beach and also I believe that there are a few Lobster Shack a long the beach at the Melia Guillermo. … The best Lobster Shack to visit in the Cayo [...] 		gravatar
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2011-04-07 20:15:22
“Currency Conversion Rate” (1 comments)
There is NO need for conversion, you will find that most hotels, bars, restaurants and grocery stores are in $US. …

The supermarket prices are usually in EC … The local stores will convert from EC to $US at the checkout counter and except US$ [...]

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2011-04-05 05:37:45
“Prepaid SIM cards” (1 comments)
Prepaid SIM cards are available
at the Montego Bay airport. The
cost of the SIM card is $345.00
tax included, you can purchase
SIM cards at the E-Island store.”

$345 JA would be about US$ 5.40 [...]

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2011-01-28 21:09:42
“Internet Service Providers (ISPs) In Jamaica” (1 comments)
Both E-mail including Internet
Access is available too, usually
at hotels and parish libraries.

You will also be able to browse
the World Wide Web at most
local internet cafes.

.jm is the internet country code
in Jamaica [...]

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2011-01-28 17:06:44
“Telephone Service Of Jamaica” (1 comments)
International country code: 1-876

Direct international service is available
24 hours a day and 7 days a week. 

If you need to place collect, third party
or credit card calls, telephone operators
will quickly put you through. (Also, most [...]

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2011-01-28 16:07:25
“Postal Services in Jamaica” (1 comments)
Post offices are located in the
commercial centre of all towns,
open Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

There are two main postal offices
located in Jamaica, one in Montego
Bay. The Kingston office is at 13
King Street, and the phone number
is + [...]

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2011-01-22 19:58:11
Fear of cruising in the deep water & drowning ’cause I can’t swim plus worried about getting sea sick.” (1 comments)
Everyone must know that Sea sickness is a part of sailing experience. In most cases, however, motion or travel sickness is very common and normal.

If you have a history of motion sickness, Try especially hard to avoid cabins above the disco and [...]

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2011-01-22 16:35:05
“Looking For Good Info About JAMAICA’S ELECTRICITY (1 comments)
As in the U.S.A. and Canada run on
120 Volts 60 Cycles (60HZ) and most
of the world run on 220/240 Volts 50
Cycles (50HZ).

Electrical supply at the Jewel Dunn 
River is based on 110 volts/50 cycles
standard, and uses plugs that are 
[...]

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2011-01-19 10:23:44

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