billandelaine, American expat in Sint Maarten

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9 years ago

Current Storm Season by planner

Lets use this one thread to track and discuss the storms as they come up!

Still not great. I really feel for those poor folks flooded out in Dominica. Glad all is well with you. Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Current Storm Season by planner

Lets use this one thread to track and discuss the storms as they come up!

Hope all is well for you today Planner. It was a total bust for us also in St Maarten, including NO RAIN STILL!.. Had some good winds, but only a few sprinkles. Seems it's been downgraded to a trough now. Read More

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9 years ago

Visa/Work Permit in St. Maarten by jen.roy

I'm hoping to move to St. Maarten this fall and i was hoping to get a little information on how to get a work permit. I was recently livving in Grand Cayman and while getting a work permit down there you can not be in the country while your work ...

You cannot apply for a work permit. Your employer has to do it for you and it is quite expensive. Read More

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9 years ago

Things to do in Sint Maarten during the weekends by Christine

Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Sint Maarten? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Sint ...

Personally, we love live music, so we're always on the hunt. Every Saturday evening we head to Buccaneer Beach Bar in Simpson Bay to listen to Ronnie and Amin, an incredible acoustic guitar duo playing blues, classic rock. Find the same two ... Read More

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9 years ago

Record-breaking temperatures in Puerto Plata yesterday? by drtuttle

Puerto Plata reported a new record with the maximum temperature of 37.5°C yesterday, surpassing by one degree the previous record of 36.5°C set April 17, 1963. And the color in the air you could see yesterday similar to pollution was in ...

Sahara Dust go away and let it RAIN please! Read More

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9 years ago

Record-breaking temperatures in Puerto Plata yesterday? by drtuttle

Puerto Plata reported a new record with the maximum temperature of 37.5°C yesterday, surpassing by one degree the previous record of 36.5°C set April 17, 1963. And the color in the air you could see yesterday similar to pollution was in ...

Congratulations! We're still waiting.......... Read More

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9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

And Bill's 70th next week! Cheers! Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

Thank you both once again. Next trip is to Connecticut for my Dad's 90th birthday and daughter-in-law's baby shower next month. After that ?????????????? Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

Morning everyone! Bet you all thought I fell of the face of the earth.. well, nearly. First of all, let me thank everyone here for their assistance in planning for our trip. There is a wealth of information here and you are all so kind in taking ... Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Record-breaking temperatures in Puerto Plata yesterday? by drtuttle

Puerto Plata reported a new record with the maximum temperature of 37.5°C yesterday, surpassing by one degree the previous record of 36.5°C set April 17, 1963. And the color in the air you could see yesterday similar to pollution was in ...

And here I thought we were going to freeze to death! Read More

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9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

Oh, we're nowhere ready to buy a home yet, we haven't even explored the area. Not even sure how to do that without a car. Bigger decision - is the DR the right place for us? But we do know there are some lovely places to live. So one box ... Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

Thanks! We're on Insel Air, so I'll check the ticket. Fact finding, of course. With no car, we've been quite isolated. But almost bought a house today! :D Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

A couple more questions please. Is there an airport departure tax? If we were to hire a driver to show us around areas outside Cabarete and Sosua, where should we go? Having a wonderful time. Although I got the worst ever manicure this morning ... Read More

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9 years ago

Can you find Lavender, Rosemary, figs or other familiar to US plants? by Glauriel

Wondering if you can find seeds or live plants for the above mentioned plants? I love my gardens and although quite familiar with tropical plants sometimes you just want something you know and love from home too... I have had to donate so many ...

Can't believe I'm replying to a question after only a week here! But I must say I've seen several places selling terracotta pots in all different sizes along the the 3 km road to Cabarete. So they are surely available other places! Read More

billandelaine replied to a thread

9 years ago

Two weeks to fill - or not! by billandelaine

Thanks to all the posts here (and hours of reading!), think I've got the travel part worked out and know not to drink the water and avoid most of the public transport except taxis. The basic quirks of island living are something we've been ...

Today's the day! Woo Hoo!!!!! Thanks to everyone here who has taken the time to answer all my questions. Looking forward to a new adventure. Read More

Elaine Miller

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