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New! "We
had a great time at 2dive4 villa and in St. Croix! The villa was a
beautiful, relaxing way to spend our 7 day vacation. I got my diving
certification on this trip and look forward to future trips for diving.
What a neat new experience! Phillip was great & took good care of us. We
had fun hiking to the tidal pools at Carambola & enjoyed excellent
food-especially the fresh wahoo! We will be back!" October 30 through
November 6, 2009, Stephanie Longa & Barry Winton, Billings, Montana
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New! "We
had a great time! Between the beautiful views from the pool to the boogey
boarding, diving, snorkeling at Buck Island, hermit crab races (we even
won a $20 gift certificate) we kept busy enough but also hung enough to
feel fully rejuvenated by the end of the 9 days. We even had a pool (as in
game balls and cues) tournament and the adults won vs the teenagers,
although not by a lot!
We loved the house, the location, and
the amenities and hope to come back in the future and for sure tell our
friends." August 1 -10, 2009, Leslie Slates and Rob Hollingsworth –
Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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New!
"Tonight is our last night in this house, on this island – the end of our
vacation. An inventory of memories naturally come to mind, they are of the
kind that are permanent. We have eavesdropped on so many fish that we can
be called “aquatic voyeurs!” We sailed, we swam, we explored, and enjoyed
the people of this island and when done, each day, returned to this
exemplary house – and swam again. Full disclosure: we only broke the “no
diving” rule 134 times. Our plan if Phillip caught us – “we thought it
said no driving.” We would count on his tender disposition in any case for
a pardon. Steven, the man who owns the stables, provided expert
instruction while thoroughly sharing his passion of horses. He also
appears to be a very nice man as he allows what most similar businesses
will not – he lets you run! He is as serious about his horses as he is
about the rider having fun. There are places in this world that require a
real effort to enjoy – this house and this island is not one of them. So,
as Texans we tip our hat to this island, its people, and those who though
to build such a lovely house to enjoy it all from." June 19, 2009, Ron
Hooper, Sara Wright, Stephanie Hooper, Laura Hooper, Glen Hooper,
McKinney, Texas |
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New! "18
of us from your neck of the world in Southwestern PA living in Paradise
for one week. Between Rainbow Cliffs and 2Dive4 we were comfortable at
home. 2Dive4 was beautiful, interesting, and so very comfortable. We lived
by the pool and Jacuzzi when we were here. The views and the sounds were
amazing. Snorkeling was a real treat – with some doing it nearly every
day. We explored much of the island – golf, beaches, pics that drink beer,
casino and jazz. Mangos were eaten and drunk and we all fell into island
pace. Phillip was terrific – friendly and helpful and there when we needed
him.
I know now why Dave sneaks down here
so much. 18 of us from PA, 18 of us in love with St. Croix. A real
vacation for some who have a hard time leaving work behind." June
14 - 21, 2009, Mike, Jenny, Dave, Erin, Molly, Allisa, Southwestern
Pennsylvania |
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New!
"Another great vacation at 2Dive4! Full moon was best over the balcony
views of ocean. We’ll be back J" May 2 - 9, 2009, HT and Scott
McCullough |
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New! "Awesome villa! Great
getaway – great new friendships with McCulloughs’ and Kwiats’! Best food
at “Off The Wall,” Sunset Shooters! Snorkeling at Cane Bay was amazing.
Hey, I think my lost anklet may be on that Barracuda’s neck! Brian and
Linda’s tropical hydroponic lettuce and tomatoes were the bomb! What a
blessing the entire trip has been for us!" May 2 - 9, 2009, Don and
Karen, Mississippi and Florida |
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New! "I feel very special to
experience my first plane ride to such a beautiful place. The house was
awesome; the painting was what set it off. Plus I also got to celebrate my
birthday here. The Rum Factory was great; the people there were sooooo
friendly. I never knew rum was so good different ways, especially
“Painkillers!” Thanks to Phillip for being so kind and patient with us.
This will go remembered always for me and Paul. Good times, good friends,
good memories." April 25 - May 2, 2009, Paul and Jennifer Jones,
Henderson, Tennessee |
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New! "House was great swimming
– hot tubbing and view of ocean, sunrise, and sunset was great. By far the
best vacation I have ever had. Rum drinks are the bomb. Painkiller drinks
at Rumrunners was the best – you forget all your worries. Thanks to
Phillip for all his help. The
only bad thing were few road signs to get around and maps are not always
accurate. But we made it everywhere we wanted to sometimes around the
wrong way but made it to our destination. Buck Island Tour was great. Food
was great. Jumbies were excellent. Thanks for the cherished memories.
P.S. People at the Whim Plantation
were not very nice. But Cruzan Rum Distillery were the friendliest and
made great free drinks." April 25 - May 2, 2009, Ken and Lynnette
Price, Jackson Tennessee |
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New! "Villa was great –
diving, snorkeling was a ball. Island was amazing. What a great getaway.
Extra thanks to Phillip. Best of luck and thanks for a wonderful setting
to a perfect vacation. P.S. Rum drinks rock – anything with rum –
especially the Painkillers." April 25 - April 12, 2009, Tracy and
John Koch, Nesbit, Mississippi |
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New! "Happy Easter. My family
totally loved our vacation and especially 2Dive4. A beautiful, elegant
home you have. Thank you for letting us enjoy it. We got our twin 13-year
olds and 17-year old to SCUBA. It was a blast." April 5-12, 2009,
Noelle, Kim, Teal Cole, Mica Hinga, and Kristen Jalhe, Bethesda, Maryland |
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New! "What an amazing dive
vacation! The villa was a unique and delightful respite from the real
world! 4 teachers on Spring Break! Woo-Hoo! The paintings on the walls and
pool area add so much charm! The “Book” with dive guides was incredible.
The house was supplied so well! We enjoyed this rejuvenating experience
and were thrilled with the shore dives. Thank you to the Mickleys’ for
allowing us the privilege of your beautiful home! We raised a kite in
honor of St. Croix winds! A piece of the island will always remain in our
hearts (and dive books)! Until we can return again" March 27-April 3,
2009, Kathy, and Kent Meredith – Nine Mile Falls, Washington, Beth and
Mark Phillips – Deer Park, Washington |
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New! "First time here. The
villa is awesome. The view is to die for. Phillip and Leslie are awesome.
Will definitely be back." March 31, 2009, Pete and Rose, Lake
Lurick, Illinois |
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"My
family totally loved our vacation and especially 2dive4. A beautiful,
elegant home you have. Thank you for letting us enjoy it. We got our twin
13 year olds and our 17 year old to SCUBA. It was a blast. Happy
Easter!" April 5-12, 2009,Noelle, Ken, Teal, Cole Mica Hinga & Kristen
Jelhe |
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"What an amazing dive vacation! The villa was a unique & delightful
respite from the real world! 4 teachers on spring break! Woo Hoo! The
paintings on the walls & pool areas add so much charm! The “book” with
dive guides was incredible. The house was supplied so well! We enjoyed
this rejuvenating experience and were thrilled with the shore dives.
Thanks you, to the Mickleys for allowing us the privilege of your
beautiful home! We raised a kite in honor of St. Croix winds! A piece of
the island will remain in our hearts (& dive books!)- Until we can return
again…." March 27 to April 3, 2009, Kathy and Kent Meredith- Music
teachers, Nine Miles Falls, Washington (USA)- by Spokane (near Idaho) &
Ditto Beth and Mark Phillips( Deer Park, WA) |
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"1st
time here. The villa is awesome. The view is 2die4. Phillip and Leslie are
awesome. Will definitely be back." March 13, 2009, Pete and Rose from
lake Zurich, IL |
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"We
arrived, we experienced we left. The walks to Carambola Resort were the
highlights of our vacation. The only consistent place to eat was Off The
Wall." February 14-21, 2009, Laura & Chris |
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villa is perfect…homey and comfortable for us. Our “vacation home” is a
log cabin in the north woods of Wisconsin, so this was a wonderful change
for us. We had a wonderful vacation but must return home to cold and snow-
Yuck! Until next time…" December 27 through January 1, 2009, Pam, Tim,
Maxwell (13) & Grahm (10) Tougas, Appleton, WI |
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| "Back for our second visit. This time with my Dad and Uncle for some
scuba. Did 11 dives this week. Fredericksted Pier
was definitely a favorite. Did it twice! 2 Boat dives with Cane Bay dive
Shop were wonderful- love the staff there. Spent a lot of time in the hot
tub and playing pool. Thanks so much for having us back!" December 13 -
20, 2008 Holly & Scott Russell, Joe & Jim Rader, King of Prussia, PA |
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at home, so relaxing. I needed it! Had great company, great friends! The pool/patio
was my “happy place” Love to stay again. Thanks for everything! Best of Wishes."
November 8 - 15, 2008, Carla Cheek, Church Hill Tennessee C/O Felix Orhuela
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"What a beautiful island! This home is terrific. I loved the ultimate patio.
Even though we don’t dive we found a lot of exciting coral and things on
the beach. The sound of the sea is so relaxing here we barely wanted to
leave. Thank you for a lovely vacation." October 4 - 13, 2008, Janet
Haring and David Gary
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"Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We had a great time
here. The view from the patio was spectacular. We could sit there day
and night. The beach was always a great adventure and the people at Spratnet,
Off the Wall and Bogey’s all great. We were married on Carambolla beach."
10-10-08. It was a dream come true! Thank you!" October 4 - 13,
2008, Nancy and Mark Burke, Pittsfield Mass |
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"We are now spoiled! Your home is lovely and we’ve had a fabulous time!
P.S. SCUBA in C’sted was more professional then the local dive shop."
September 13, 2008, Clare & Kevin Mathes Merry Beth & Ben Vardeh.
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here in 2dive4. We loved the pool. Just the right size. We have had
some incredible lightning storms (:, We unfortunately didn’t get to
dive Fredericksted pier the waves were 4 feet when we decided to dive
it. Fav dive was Cane Bay then Lobster Ledges. It’s really nice down
there. Was muffed (Welsh for really pleased) to actually find a mantus
shrimp. Lots of squid and turtles too. Oh yes,-we also dived the
wrecks in Butler Bay-from the shore- quite a swim! Warning there may
be a current! Thank you for lending your home to us." August 25 -
September 5, 2008, The Symberlist
family, Wales, UK |
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driving, and swimming. Loved your pool and hot tub combo- the wall
pictures, murals were beautiful! We had great fun at the crab races,
enjoyed the beer drinking pigs. Thank you for sharing your house. Also
saw where turtles had come up to lay eggs. Aug 7 at night at least 2
turtles laid eggs to the beach at night, so in 2 months stay up and
watch the baby turtles come out-would be cool to see." August 2 -
8, 2008, Webb family, Arkansas |
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whether we were snorkeling, enjoying the incredible island breezes,
drinking bush whackers, or enjoying this fabulous villa. Thanks so
much for the effort you have put into making this a unique place-
loved the art. St. Croix is full of friendly and interesting people.
Best wishes to you and all who get a chance to enjoy getting to know
Phillip the island and the wonderful amenities offered in your villa.
PS the internet worked great so I was able to respond to my online
students." July 17 - 24, 2008, Ed, Linda, Meredith & Alison (in
spirit*) Breenjer, Danvers, MA & Boston, MA |
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not say it so eloquently as other guest’s comments, but our sentiments
are the same! Bravo! The villa was wonderful, the diving was wonderful
and the people were wonderful. Dove with Cane Bay Divers as seas were
a little rough, but we did snorkel when seas calmed. Your wall map was
fabulous! We dived Jimmy’s Surprise, Lobster Ledge & a drift dive from
Rust Op & ended up at Waves. Didn’t have time for “Vertigo” but we
will do it next year I hope! Thank you, thank you, thank you, for one
of the best vacations ever! We even had a chance to spend some quality
time with our college friends whom we’ve know for 35 years. It’s
amazing how time flies when your 47." July 17 - 24, 2008, The Burke
family: Dick, Jean & Jameson, NH |
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here at your beautiful villa. You’ve really created a beautiful place
& thought of so many ways to make us comfortable. The diving was
unforgettable for Jack and our daughter Rachel. We’ll never forget our
first trip to the Caribbean" July 9 - 17, 2008, Jack & Lynn Moore,
Rachel & Rhianna Moore, Oxnard, CA |
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in St. Croix. Your villa is beautiful and very comfortable. We spent
many hours in the pool and spa. Buck island is beautiful and a great
place to snorkel." June 30 - July 9, 2008, Dave & Julie Macpherson, Wytheville, VA |
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spent two glorious weeks in your beautiful home! Thank you for
sharing such a wonderful, comfortable home with us. Our guys
dove nine times and the girls did two dives and scored some
major jewelry purchases! Everyone is so friendly and the
weather perfect. Reynold is a lovely man-he
took care of everything!!" June 10 - 25, 2008, The Rainwater & welsh families, Utah |
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was wonderful & the water was warm. I (Carolyn) went snorkeling for
the first time. The house is very comfortable. Thank you for sharing
it with us. By the way, you have a gem in Reynold." June 3 - 6,
2008, Auldin & Carolyn
Prescott, LaGrande, OR |
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great. Food was good. The villa is a great place to stay and well
stocked. We ate lunch out everyday and grilled in the evening. Brent
and Shari dove @ Cane Bay several times. All in all a great vacation!!"
May 24 - 31, 2008, Collins family and Youngs’, Greenville SC |
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family has had a great vacation at 2dive4. The villa and all its
accommodations have made it a perfect place for us. We all definitely
want to stay here again." April 17 - 25, 2008, Kathy & Bob Harky & Family |
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home, very well situated and equipped. One of our highlights
was snorkeling at the base of the Fredericksted pier. Like
swimming in an aquarium! We freed the trunk and trumpet fish
caught in the lobster cages. It’s also fun to see the
tarpons in the Christiansted boardwalk, especially when the
fishers return (afternoon). Some are 4 feet long. We also
got into the water with them and fed them-quite an
experience. Finally, when something says “Scenic drive” it
pretty much means end of civilization, no more asphalt. We
took several but only recommend it to die hards with high
suspension on their cars. Wonderful vacation." March 22 -
30, 2008, Schoehuijs family: Piefer, Herma, Tom and Max,
Flemington NJ |
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