Hale Inn St. John's

... we anchored, expecting something we didn't need (fruit is everywhere and cheaper in the market). But as this guy got nearer we saw he had diving gear on (rolled down to his waist and he had perfectly sculpted physique) and a long spear with a load of snapper poking through it. He asked an honest price (maybe $10 for enough for two people) and so we were happy to buy from him. It seemed like minutes later that another one appears (swimming - no boat) saying that he had a problem ...

Sunday 05/04/09 St Johns - Antigua Temps Air 28°C Sea 27°C Our berth once again is ideally placed being right alongside the city's main waterfront, straight off the ship to the many bars & cafes. Although it's Sunday the place is already humming as already berthed is the Holland-America Lines ship Maarsdam, and 15 minutes after our arrival the Fred Olsen Lines Booddica arrived and there's another due in later in the day We'd ...

... not me but the washing machine duh!). Then i decided to go to fitness center for some "fat-burning" exercise. I was amazed and surprised with their fitness center, it was totally high-end and ultra modern! Its dinner time once again...as usual my big-eater family enjoyed the sumptous foods. Then we just watch "movie under the stars" at the pool deck! Great! Time to sleep.

... island's history from prehistoric times to the present time. It was quite impressive, interesting and well done. A short, guided tour of the ruins was taken afterwards where we enjoyed panoramic views from the observation deck. <br><br>Thereafter, we continued on to another Lookout point on the island for a picture perfect view of Nelson's Dockyard below plus various secluded coves. At that exact moment, what a wonderful feeling I had. The entire ...

Today we arrived in St. John's, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda. We debarked the ship and walked a bit until we reached what seemed to be some sort of plaza, where a local was balancing a pineapple on her head while grooving to music, hoping to make a few dollars off of us tourists. Later in the day, we took a tour of the island and saw two gorgeous beaches: Dickinson and Runaway.<br>

We went on our own to Miguel's Island Adventure - Prickly Pear Island- it was a magical place that was not diminished by the off and on rain showers. The adventure of finding the launching site of the single engine canopied motorboat added to the charm but made the trip not one for the faint of heart. We entered the boat from the water and took a choppy ride to the island. From there the island which was about one block by two blocks large provided sandy beaches, nice snorkelling and ...

... a perfect Caribbean vacation needs a little research- okay, maybe more than a little- but, that's why I'm here!  I'm going to give you tips on how to enjoy all the islands have to offer - including the beaches! In turn, I would love to have your comments and recommendations, so that we can share all of our thoughts with others! If this will be your first visit to the island, it is well worth your time to learn just a bit of Antigua's incredible history. Otherwise, you could spend ...

... devotes his time scavenging through every boxes of shoes, much to my amusement. He's a stark contrast to the other sellers. I haggle him a bit, since I'm paying cash, he lowers the price by 20 Caribbean dollars. I finally buy four pairs of his shoes, three pairs for upcoming Christmas gifts, I left telling him I would suggest a visit to his store to my hotel's fellow, he was ...

... in every other island we had visited. I quickly escorted him out of the facility calling a thank-you over my shoulder. We found the quintessential "beach bar and restaurant" on Frigate Bay South at the Shipwreck. Great folks, great place, great inexpensive food and drink... all on the beach with a spectacular sunset to boot. After a few local brews (Stag) and delicious Tacos, Al had "forgotten" his frustration with the St. Kitts red tape. It was fabulous to drive into the ...

<br><br><br><br><br><br><br>SAINT JOHN ISLAND<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>< br><br><br><br>We are at St. John and it is 07.00 am. It is the most "Virgin" out of all the other Virgin Islands .<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>Our sailing ship stops in the Ocean, and another one comes to take us to the shore. We get in line and we step in the smaller one which carries us out ...