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Old Feb 19th, 2013, 10:52 AM
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Which Island do we choose?

My husband and I are celebrating our 10th anniversary this fall and are trying to decide where to go. We live on the east coast and would like somewhere that is relatively easy to get to. We went to Caneel Bay on St. John for our honeymoon and loved it, but would like somewhere with a little more to do at night. We are considering St. Barts (Hotel Christopher - though I can't tell if it has a beach), Anguilla (Viceroy), St. Martin - cannot figure out where we would stay here. We have considered some places in Jamaica and St. Lucia. Any ideas on places we haven't found yet?? Any thoughts on above spots that are a must see?? Looking to go first week in November or possibly in October. Help please!
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Old Feb 19th, 2013, 11:17 AM
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IMHO, anywhere on St Bart's trumps most places on the other islands you list. The food alone will be worth it. ;-)
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Old Feb 19th, 2013, 02:02 PM
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If you need more nightlife than St. John, then St. Martin is the only one for you. Your other choices nightlife consists of long dinners mostly.
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eastenderusvi, thanks for your reply. any hotels you like better than others?? tom beach, hotel christopher?
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Old Feb 19th, 2013, 04:33 PM
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EHall: Any place you can afford would be great. It is a very pricy spot, but the ambiance is superb. I love Eden Rock, but I don't think I can afford it.LOL.
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Old Feb 20th, 2013, 11:24 AM
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How about Sandals Resort in Jamaica? There are 7 Sandals Properties in Jamaica but i would recommend Sandals Whitehouse which is one hour drive from Montego Bay. Another great choice is Sandals Grande Ocho Rios because it is walking distance from Ocho Rios town that is famous for many attractions such as Dunns River Falls, Mystic Mountains, and Dolphin Cove.
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Old Feb 21st, 2013, 10:33 AM
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How about Jumby Bay? Cotton House (Mustique), Spice Island (Grenada), or Jade Mountain (St. Lucia). Viceroy Anguilla is also beautiful. St Barth's is great but very expensive, and depending on the resort the beach access may not be ideal.
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Old Feb 24th, 2013, 10:56 PM
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anse marcel, st martin, tranquil beach ... rent a car ... great food in grand case and can explore the rest of the island. or martinique
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Old Feb 25th, 2013, 02:49 PM
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St. Maarten for nightlife, great food options and duty- free shopping if by chance you feel to do a bit.
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St. Barts is a gorgeous place. How can you miss shopping on your 10 anniversary? St. Barts is a great place for shopping. Here is a article about the shopping opportunities in St. Barts:
http://ezinearticles.com/?St-Barts-S...de!&id=8113941
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You haven't indicated what your interests are but I recommend Saint Lucia for you as it is one of the Caribbean's foremost destinations for weddings and honeymoons. Its scenery is stunning and few island can match it. English is the main language and there is a lot of variety there. Stay in the north. Someone recommended Jade Mountain which is excellent if you want a fair bit of seclusion whereas in the north there's lots to do and excellent restaurants. If you want an all inclusive in the north,chose either Sandals Grande or Le Sport which recently won an award for its superb spa. Enjoy
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