Onika
@Onika
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Joined: March 3, 2005 3:30 am
Topics: 80 / Replies: 903
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Re: Real estate misleading?

Also, Chris' post reminded me, be VERY conscious of the material the home is constructed of. Wood is not only problematic for termites and fire, but ...

22 years ago
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Re: Real estate misleading?

As a person who is currently searching the market on St Thomas, I can say that you would definitely be able to find something on STT with an Atlantic ...

22 years ago
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Re: Where to take Dogs to Play - Onika 🙂

My favorite subject---my dog's playtime! First off, welcome to the neighborhood Richard. Islander is very correct, most locals are petrified of do...

22 years ago
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Re: Moving

Hello Matt: Will you have access to a vehicle? Or, are you planning on relying on public transport? I ask b/c that will make a difference in your...

22 years ago
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Re: Car Ferry Service from St Thomas to San Juan

There is a ferry that runs two weekends a month between STT and SJ. They are, for the most part, capacity driven. Meaning that they may cancel a sch...

22 years ago
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Re: animal policy

Sorry had a brain spasm. Yes, you can bring the dog. For further info., read an older message string on the next page entitled pets. also, the mo...

22 years ago
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Re: Life without a vehicle?

Tiffany, J is absolutely, 100% accurate regarding a) the state of the public transportation system, and b) the value of a used car on the island. W...

22 years ago
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Re: Cost of Living

Tiffany, Islander is correct--too many variations to rely on an your housing search. I think ours is small in comparison to others I have seen on S...

22 years ago
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Re: animal policy

Yes. this question is also answered on the next page under PETS.

22 years ago
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Re: Cost of Living

My husband and I moved from SF, and I am originally from NYC. So in comparison to SF, the rents are cheaper. Our 2bdrm. on the North side in St Tho...

22 years ago
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Re: Negative and Positive

Hey Chris, You are entitled to like STJ better than STT. As a recovering city-dweller, I personally would never survive with nothing but nature all ...

22 years ago
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Re: sunburn

I am an African-American woman and I use Alba 18 proof. It is a light sunscreen that I can use on my face. I still get a tan, but hopefully, avoid t...

22 years ago
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Re: shibui

Very cool, Japanese-inspired condo complex. Has a pool and the units have "rice-paperesque" screens. Looks out over the airport.

22 years ago
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Your English Bully

Hi Anna, I moved here last year with my dog. As far as quarantine--don't worry. For purposes of entering the territory, he just needs to have a re...

22 years ago
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Re: surfing

I know that in Hull Bay i see quite a few surfers. Indeed, sometimes it looks a little crowded. 8-10 surfers at a time. Hmm, perhaps they may not ev...

22 years ago
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Islander...

you are truly amazing.

22 years ago
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Re: Need for Veterinarians

Hello. Not sure about STJ. On STT, Sydney (the dog) and I are patrons of Dr. Williamson. I believe he is a solo practioner. Haven't heard that he...

22 years ago
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Re: Bugs and rodents

Islander...scorpions?! If you had told me that last July, I probably wouldn't be sitting in Hull Bay now! LOL. No, seriously, where...how big...ho...

22 years ago
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Is it small enough to fit in a hand carrier?

The reasons why I ask: 1. If your friend can take him by hand, it will avoid all hassles with cargo restrictions. 2. Soem airlines have cargo re...

22 years ago
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Re: Dog-friendly beaches on STJ?

Thanks for the advice Islander. We ended up staying on island and going to Neltjeberg. I knew that STJ's national park beaches would be out, but I ha...

22 years ago
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Re: Recommendations

Hey Nansemond, congrats on your move! Banking--I bank with Banco Popular. I have a love-hate relationship with Banco Popular. Nonetheless, I hav...

22 years ago
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Lupita's Bar

Just remembered that there is a Mexican Rest. by International Plaza called Lupita's Bar. Never been there. Anyone know anything about it?

22 years ago
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Rest

Hey Bpadivers: I have family in Mexico and grew up eating homemade tamales. If you think you can even come close to my tia's cooking, you can co...

22 years ago
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Re: Question

Hey there, I was going to suggest checking the USPS.com site, but I went there and couldn't find the info under the post office locator. Sorry. Mayb...

22 years ago
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