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A Spicy life in Granada
Grenada is known as “The Spice Island.” Locally grown spices include cinnamon, cloves, ginger, bay leaf, turmeric, nutmeg, and chocolate! The Point at Petite Calivigny Our first stop is The Point at Petite Calivigny. This development is focused on wellness, incorporating high European standards and Hyatt management tools. It sits above Woburn Bay, on the…
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Bay Side Living in St. Lucia
St. Lucia is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. The vehicles drive on the left side of the road, there is no Uber, but taxis are plentiful. Here is a nice overview from a local Real Estate Professional: https://allluxury.properties/st-lucia/ Ashiana Villa We visited a 5 bedroom vacation rental home overlooking Marigot Bay.…
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Elegant Living in St. Kitts
You can’t help but notice how lush and beautiful St Kitts is. The island is also home to four Medical schools, one of which is a veterinary school. The car ride was scenic and very enjoyable. The roads were smooth and wide, although traffic moves on the left side of the road. At the south…
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Sipping Rum in Old San Juan
San Juan has Uber! San Juan is on the north side of Puerto Rico, and it was business as usual with no issues while Earthquakes were rumbling on the southwest side of the island. Officials in San Juan had considered canceling the annual Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián, but decided that the party must…
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Hot Tub Control
The hot tub can be turned on and off with the touch of a button. The button is located on the post, in the lanai. You can see the button panel from the hot tub. The only button that controls the hot tub, or anything else, is the top button, the upsidedown number one. The…
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Ceiling Fan and Light Controls
Ceiling fan and light controls are located throughout 244 Flamingo. The bottom on/off switch must be in the on position to operate the fan and light. The “8” shaped button at the top of the switch operates the light. One press turns the light “on” or “off”. Pressing and holding the button will cause the…
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Social Media@244Flamingo
Please visit 244 Flamingo and post your beautiful pictures Facebook, 244 Flamingo (The FLouse) Instagram, 244flamingo. Local happenings and specials can also be found on: Facebook. Details, amenities, availability calendar, and rates can be found on: TripAdvisor. Or email direct: Vacation@244Flamingo.com If you loved your vacation, please consider leaving a review on TripAdvisor or Google. If you did not…
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Beach toys, chairs, coolers, and fishing gear
There is usually a collection of beach toys, chairs, coolers and fishing gear in the garage. These are things that previous renters have brought to the house, used on their vacation, and left in the garage. I can not guarantee the condition or quantity of these things. Please enjoy them, add to them, and dispose…
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Where to go and what to do at the South end of Fort Myers Beach
Places to See, Things to Be! In no particular order, here are just some of the many fun things you can do while visiting Fort Myers Beach. Santini Marina Plaza 7205 Estero Blvd. FMB, FL 33931 Boutique shops, book store, liqueur store, restaurants, bars, etc. Santini plaza is approximately 1 mile away. You can walk…
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Enjoy Fresh Gulf Shrimp!
Where to purchase, and how to clean, cook, and enjoy! Locally caught gulf shrimp are delicious, pink, and a real treat. There are several shrimping boats and stores located on the north side of the Mantanzas Pass Bridge. I usually end up purchasing from Trico Shrimp and Seafood Market. The shrimp boats go out at…
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