Coral Bay, St. John U.S. Virgin Islands circa 1955

  This is what Coral Bay looked like 55 years ago.  Not much going on.  Just a quiet little place, home to only a few. And here is what it looks like today.  Busier, yes but I still love it.  That's why I live there.  Coral Bay...

Do you know the way to Coral Bay?

Coral Bay on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands is a very special place indeed.  I discovered it while on a sailing trip 14 years ago and immediately wanted to live there.  I am still living in Coral Bay and still loving it.  The steady trade winds...

St. John’s tallest building…

Dubai opened the world's tallest skyscraper yesterday with much fanfare.  It rises 2,717 feet from the desert, almost twice the height of the Empire State Building in New York City.  It is quite the architectural and engineering feat, no doubt.   As...

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!

Rain, Rain Go Away!

I guess it can't be picture perfect every day of the year! We do always hope for the best weather during our busiest time of the year but Mother Nature had a different idea. On the positive side, we are getting some reserves in our cisterns and we are not shoveling snow! Happy...

Ultimate rental villa

  This 4 bedroom 7 bathroom rental villa is nestled in the National Park overlooking the North shore with beautiful multi island views.  I like to suggest going to different beaches everyday but this villa makes you want to relax...

What’s for Dinner??

  I love talking with visitors to our beautiful island. Their curious questions are usually the same: How long have you lived here? What brought you here? What beach is your favorite?...etc. and my favorite question: Where do you like to eat? Well, now you're talking!...

Toto, We’re not in Kansas anymore

You're right Dorothy, this is definitely not Kansas! What is the name of this road and where the heck are we?!! Since I'm lucky enough to live in Love City aka St. John, I'm glad to help you! This is beautiful Privateer Bay Estates located on the East End of St. John. This...

The Good Life…

This green turtle was caught sunbathing in one of the National Park bays by Dr. Caroline Rogers, a marine biologist, author and long-time resident of St. John in the beautiful United States Virgin Islands. The St. John U.S. Virgin Islands National Park’s hills,...

Fractional vs Full Ownership

  Not sure if you would like to own a condo or villa but you know one week just isn't long enough. Take a look at the Mango Terrace Condos.  Mango Terrace is newly constructed 2 to 4 bedroom units that are spacious, beautifully finished, close to town...