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Business Spotlight: Spend the Boat Day of Your Dreams with Sunshine Daydream!

Business Spotlight: Spend the Boat Day of Your Dreams with Sunshine Daydream! 1

Good Morning, Good Morning!  We all know that there are a TON of power charter boat companies operating out of St. Thomas and St. John, right?  And when it comes time to choose which company to invest your one day on the water with, the choices can be way past overwhelming (especially if it is your first time!), correct?  Ok, well, today I’m going to help you narrow down your selection of charter boat operators for your next trip around the USVI or the BVI.  Sunshine Daydream Charters is owned and operated by someone who has spent a decade on St. John, the entire team of Captains are extremely knowledgeable about the Virgin Islands and the waters that surround us and, with four uber comfortable twin-hulled power boats to choose from for your day, they can accommodate any size group from two to forty-two!

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Love City Yoga – A Growing Practice on St. John

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One of the most important aspects of a community is the accessibility to health and wellness. Practicing yoga – whether at home or in a class, has a multitude of health benefits such as reducing stress, improving cardiovascular health, increasing flexibility, and encouraging mindfulness. It also creates a space to build community and share a collective energy through practice.

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Certified instructor and creator of Love City Yoga, Corey Thomas recognized the need for organized, consistent yoga classes on island when she moved here from St. Thomas, four years ago. She started Love City Yoga last season, bringing much needed weekly classes to the Island. I went to one of the first classes, and it’s been beautiful to watch Love City Yoga grow over the last year.

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Business Spotlight: Spend the Best Day (or Days!) of Your Vacation on Asante

Business Spotlight: Spend the Best Day (or Days!) of Your Vacation on Asante 4

Good Morning, Good Morning!  Our regular time together here is coming to an end shortly, unfortunately.  But I will be checking in with you regularly right here on News of St. John in between our adventures at sea on Asante.  So, I thought it might be fitting to leave you all with a little info on what we will be up to on Asante in this next chapter of life so you can check in with us when you are visiting next!

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Business Spotlight: Sonic Charters Expands Offerings with New Boats and BVI Trips

Business Spotlight: Sonic Charters Expands Offerings with New Boats and BVI Trips 5

Sonic Charters, a family owned and St. Thomas based company, has expanded their fleet and their charter destinations this season just in time for the holidays!  This charter company, established in 2013, was formed by Morgan and Carrie Locke (And named for their pup Sonic!), after they migrated from St. Croix to St. Thomas in 2009.  When they started, Sonic was just a four-year-old pup!  And now their furry friend, and their business, have grown for nearly ten years and Sonic’s namesake company has expanded, in that time, from one boat to six!  And they are venturing into the British Virgin Islands once again as well!

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Lovango Resort + Beach Club Launches Innovative Captains’ Incentive Program

Lovango Resort + Beach Club Launches Innovative Captains' Incentive Program 6

This one is going out to all of the mariners out there!  And to those of you who choose to make Lovango Resort + Beach Club your on-the-water lunch or dinner stop during your stay in the Virgin Islands (and love your captains!).  There is so much for everyone to discover on Lovango Cay…and the staff and owners at the resort there want to make sure the captains who recognize that get the opportunity to earn some amazing rewards in return for bringing guests to enjoy the splendors.

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Business Spotlight: On The Sea to STT Will Cure Your Last Day Blues!

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Good Morning everyone!  I have to admit, I’m pretty excited about the boating opportunity that I’m about to share with you.  I absolutely love this grass roots, two boat company, On the Sea Charters, and the owner, Ryan Matthews.  And I have very much enjoyed watching him build this business over the years and put in the hard work to make an immense success of himself here in Love City.  And, in addition to all of their trip options, the new excursion that he has dreamed up is absolutely guaranteed to wash your last day on STJ blues away and leave you with a grand finale that will keep a smile on your face long after your flight departs.

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Real Estate Spotlight: Rare Opportunity of Three Parcels & Cottage Bordering National Park

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Good Morning, Good Morning!  Happy Monday everyone!  And Happy Thanksgiving week!  Speaking of giving thanks, this absolutely incredible opportunity for home AND land ownership on St. John just hit my desk.  And it is surely something to be grateful for.  Two and a half acres on three separate parcels, most of which borders the Virgin Islands National Park, with panoramic views AND close proximity to Cruz Bay are currently listed with 340 Real Estate as one bundled package.  And there is a charming, renovated cottage and outdoor dining gallery and lounge on site that are move in ready so you can stay while you expand onto the other ready-to-build parcels!  This place is such a rare find on St. John.  Let’s take a closer look.

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Where to Stay Spotlight: Direct Booking For Two Beautiful Villas in One Incredible Location

Where to Stay Spotlight: Direct Booking For Two Beautiful Villas in One Incredible Location 9

Today, we are revisiting two amazing villas, perched high above Great Cruz Bay.  Between the two homes there are two pools, six bedrooms, seven and a half bathrooms, two beautifully equipped kitchens and a wide variety of exquisite indoor and outdoor lounging and dining areas from which you can enjoy that beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea.  These villas can be rented separately with total privacy.  Or you can rent them both and open a privacy door to a long walkway that connects the expansive verandas.  Oh, and the new website allows you to BOOK DIRECT, avoiding the high fees of a third-party service!  Let’s take a closer look at The Other World and Villa L’Autre Monde….

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Real Estate Spotlight: Don’t Miss this Charming “Island Style” Cottage in Coral Bay

Real Estate Spotlight: Don't Miss this Charming "Island Style" Cottage in Coral Bay 10

Good Morning!  I write up a lot of crazy beautiful expansive villas on this site.  But rarely do I get the opportunity to feature an approachable and affordable opportunity, ideal for a long-time resident or first-time homeowner on St. John.  This darling one bedroom, one-bathroom island Caribbean cottage encompasses the essence of authentic island living here on St. John and is absolutely perfect for a young couple wishing to relocate or a St. John resident who is ready to get out of the stressful shuffle of the rental market.  Let’s take a look at this charming Coral Bay home…

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Where to Stay Spotlight – Villa De Vida: A Secluded Hideaway in Chocolate Hole

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If you haven’t already booked your winter or spring getaway to St. John, you are probably right now in the process of looking around for an incredible retreat for your family and friends.  The stunning Chocolate Hole villa I am sharing with you today combines luxury, privacy and seamless outdoor living surrounded by mother nature and views of the Caribbean.  All within a ten-minute drive to the shopping and dining of Cruz Bay and St. John’s stunning white sand beaches. Even at first glance, it’s quite obvious why a budding young country star, years ago, loved coming home to this beautiful space to get some inspiration for some of his number one hits (if you know, you know :)).  Let’s take a closer look at Villa De Vida, a quaint and charming three-bedroom pool villa that could be your next Love City retreat!

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