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Anguilla Part Two....just returned!!
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, 06-03-2007 at 01:58 PM (52233 Views)

Just returned from our 13th visit to Anguilla. The island is really developing. If you are looking for a get away before it becomes too "congested", go now! Some of the projects that are moving along are:

1. Tenemos: Tenemos is a villa resort. The resort is spread around a beautiful golfcourse. The location is close to Cap Juluca and Cuisinart. Some of the villas are almost finished. Not sure whenit will be finished. The golf course is beautiful andmost of the flowering plants make it look as if it has been there for awhile. There werefew golfers playing (Iguess due to the 90 degree heat!) The greens fees range from$200-$400 depending on season and other things. (ask and they will tell you!)The restaurant on the property isZurra's.It is owned and operated by Melinda and BobBlanchards. (the same who own and operate Blanchard's on Meads Bay.) I loved this place! Homemade chips with blue cheese dip start the lunch meal. Each entree receives two sides. (I had the black forest ham and my husband had the mahi-mahi.) A server comes around with a baking sheet offresh baked cookies! Friends went there for dinner and had a wonderful time also.The prices are very in linewith the rest of the restaurants in Anguilla. The views are overthe golf course to the ocean with a glimpse of the villas.

2. Viceroy..WOW. Supposedly, the place is 85%sold. Viceroy consists of villas and aresort. (note: neither are there yet!) This resort is on the other side of the island on Meads and Barnes Bay. Viceroy is doingit right...they will have tennis courts, a restaurant on the bluff, and a few swimming pools. The sales people are quite nice and actually invited us aboard their yacht to go snorkelling for the day. We had met some owners and they were extremely happy with the service they were receiving. Viceroy really seems to take care of their clients.

3. Elvis's beach bar. Elvis has opened up a great beach bar right on the beach in Sandy Ground. Great music with different selections on different nights of the week.You can find the amazing Elvis behind the bar doing an even amazing job. Food is cooked on the steel drum grill. The bar is in a boat on the beach. Cool surroundings!

4. Veya Restaurant: On the way to Sandy Ground. Very upscale. Rave reviews. (seemed a little pricey but everyone enjoyed their meal.)

Anguilla is a beautiful island. Best to enjoy now!!! CHEERS! (check out the crowds!!!)

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CMDAVILACLI - 10-09-2007 03:12 PM
Wow, 13th trip to Anguilla. So what airline do you use and from what major airport to get to the island?
bonniejoy03 - 10-10-2007 03:35 AM
We typically use USair into St. Maarten and then Trans Anguilla charter to Anguilla or American Air directly into Anguilla. If we use AA, we fly from Baltimore or Philadelphia. If we use USAir, we fly from Harrisburg or Philadelphia. (PS-Not the airline issues I have again!!!)
gseiler - 10-11-2007 09:22 AM
Lucky you. It really is one of my favorite islands. We have taken the ferry across without any hassles. You just take
a cab over to the ferry area and pick up a cab to the hotel outside the ferry terminal. Much cheaper.
bonniejoy03 - 10-12-2007 03:09 AM
GSeiler. They have even added more options to get to Anguilla from St. Maarten. 1. The ferry as you describe. There are several ferries a day. No reservations are required. You do need to take a cab from the airport to the dock in Marigot. Traffic can be pretty heavy. 2. Funtimes boat: They are a "charter" type company but on a little bit of a schedule. They pick you right up from the airport and take you to the dock right outside the airport. This is very convenient and a fun way to start your trip. You do need reservations. 3. MV Shauna. Haven't taken it yet but our friends love it. They also pick you from the airpot and take you on their boat to Blowing Point. 4. Gotcha: private charter. It allows you move flexibility.
curtiejoe - 12-13-2007 04:45 PM
Hi bonniejoy

I'd heard that "Elvis has left the building", but lo and behold now it turns out he's tending bar at a local watering hole on the beach at sandy Ground in Anguilla. WOW! If his drinks are as good as his music, that's gotta be the place to head for in the caribbean. "Thank you. Thank you, very much."

Curt
bonniejoy03 - 12-14-2007 03:18 AM
We fly USair or American. If we fly American, we fly directly into Anguilla. If we fly USair, we fly into St. Maarten and take Trans Anguilla to Anguilla. (we believe it is easier than the ferry.)
bonniejoy03 - 12-14-2007 03:20 AM
You are correct. We went in May with our Anguillian friends who know him and his family quite well. It is TOO cool. Just plastic chairs and tables on the beach, great music, and the barbecue going. Nothing formal. It was our anniversary, so almost every song was dedicated to my husband and me...Lots of fun. Hope it doesn't become too "touristy" or too "in". Right now its LOTS OF FUN!