Westin St John Master Thread - Part 3 [Dec. 2017 and forward]

[CPNY]

I like Bay Vista. We have a unit in building 26 and 27, third floor.....nice views. We normally will have three pool days during our two week stay. For the first time in 17 years, we had a child with us, our 6 year old grandson. It was nice to be close to the resort amenities with him. The test requirement did not apply to us or our friends, except two who came in from South Carolina.

Random question, my friend broke her foot. Do the buildings have elevators? I’d prefer a high floor but only if there are lifts, since Gimpy can’t walk lol.

 

[CPNY]

We have been visiting St John since 2003. We have rented every which I think you can while visiting. It really boils down to how long you will be there, how much time you spend at the resort, if you visit St Thomas on a day trip, if you eat in or dine out for your meals, etc. This past trip we used the Westin Ferry and rented a safari truck from Sunshine. We had a large group and the truck holds a lot of people and a lot of stuff. Getting free parking in town was a big plus. They delivered and picked up the truck at the Westin, which also was a plus. We have done trips with no rentals and just used the taxis to get around town and to the beaches.....but only cost effective with a 2 people and multiple resort days.

I’d rent with sunshine for the parking in town. I bring a lot of stuff but it really comes down to going to cost u less or Walgreens in STT on the way to the car ferry. Are there places to shop on SJ that are similar? I’m bringing coolers, that tent you recommended and a beach blanket to keep sand fleas away (hope that works). If I can find a place on SJ for beach chairs to bring to the beaches and a market to buy breakfast and lunch foods to make in the room that’s all I really need. I may cook in the room one or two nights. Of course, alcohol is needed. If it’s not imperative to get to cost u less then I guess renting on SJ May work also.

 

[SandyPGravel]

Random question, my friend broke her foot. Do the buildings have elevators? I’d prefer a high floor but only if there are lifts, since Gimpy can’t walk lol.

Bay vista has elevators.

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[GrayFal]

Bay vista has elevators.

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Coral vista does, too

Sunset bay two stories no elevator
Virgin Grand 2/3 stories no elevators. 2 BRs have stairs in most units to get to bedrooms.

 

[Theiggy]

Ok I took the plunge on a WSJ pool villa! It was a smokin deal! Hope it transfers fast.

Anyone have recent pics of 4413? I believe it has the hot tub yay! Was it one of the villas with the mold?

Hoping maintenance doesn’t go up too much next year!

If I want to use the fixed week next year what is the timeframe to confirm? 12- 8 months? I don’t want to miss it. Going to see if seller will confirm reservation for me.


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[GrayFal]

Ok I took the plunge on a WSJ pool villa! It was a smokin deal! Hope it transfers fast.

Anyone have recent pics of 4413? I believe it has the hot tub yay! Was it one of the villas with the mold?

Hoping maintenance doesn’t go up too much next year!

If I want to use the fixed week next year what is the timeframe to confirm? 12- 8 months? I don’t want to miss it. Going to see if seller will confirm reservation for me.


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Congrats! What week? Dave will answer but reserve by 10 months? And yes, your seller should definitely confirm for you now. You can always float it later.

 

[DavidnRobin]

Congrats!
For WSJ-VGV weeks. They are fixed - including checkin day (important!).
Reserve prior to 10 months out.
Don’t depend on 8-10 month Owner Float period. It can be done, but not that easy in many cases.


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[Theiggy]

Thank you @GrayFal yes I don’t want to float it. I want to try out my new pool villa! It’s week 32. Anyone else there at that time?

And thank you @DavidnRobin
I emailed asking seller to confirm now.

Edited to add- it’s a Sunday check-in


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[DavidnRobin]

Thank you @GrayFal yes I don’t want to float it. I want to try out my new pool villa! It’s week 32. Anyone else there at that time?

And thank you @DavidnRobin
I emailed asking seller to confirm now.

Edited to add- it’s a Sunday check-in


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You may be able to move your week back to the low part of low season (Sept-Oct) at 8-10 months out.

You may want to start looking for an adjacent week (same unit) as 2 weeks on STJ is far superior to just 1 week - especially not having to move. We own weeks 23-24 in same villa.

I know someone that owns 4410 - it has a hot-tub, so 4413 probably does as well.


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[Theiggy]

You may be able to move your week back to the low part of low season (Sept-Oct) at 8-10 months out.

You may want to start looking for an adjacent week (same unit) as 2 weeks on STJ is far superior to just 1 week - especially not having to move. We own weeks 23-24 in same villa.

I know someone that owns 4410 - it has a hot-tub, so 4413 probably does as well.


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You are a bad influence!!! No more timeshare weeks!


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[CPNY]

USVI added to the quarantine list. Unreal....... I’m over this virus. I guess NY is so safe I don’t need my mask anymore.

 

[SandyPGravel]

USVI added to the quarantine list. Unreal....... I’m over this virus. I guess NY is so safe I don’t need my mask anymore.

I saw someone post on FB last night they are currently on St. John and now must quarantine when they go home on Sunday. My employer would not be happy if it was me.

 

[Theiggy]

I saw someone post on FB last night they are currently on St. John and now must quarantine when they go home on Sunday. My employer would not be happy if it was me.

This is happening to my cousin. He’s in STT now using my Frenchman’s Cove week. He just found out about the quarantine and he is supposed to return to work when he gets back but now can’t. It’s a bummer.


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[CPNY]

This is happening to my cousin. He’s in STT now using my Frenchman’s Cove week. He just found out about the quarantine and he is supposed to return to work when he gets back but now can’t. It’s a bummer.


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It’s unreal I’m so PO’d

 

[Theiggy]

It’s unreal I’m so pissed

It’s just not really a good time to travel right now. It does suck. Are you still going to go? I’m wondering if my cousin will be allowed to wfh. Using 2 more weeks of vacation time does not appeal to him at all...


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[CPNY]

It’s just not really a good time to travel right now. It does suck. Are you still going to go? I’m wondering if my cousin will be allowed to wfh. Using 2 more weeks of vacation time does not appeal to him at all...


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Idk what to do. Part of me wants to go since I have TCell immunity (in my own mind).

 

[GrayFal]

We are scheduled for one week Marriott and two weeks Westin in October.
Since we are retired quarantining is not a problem.

Just keep in mind the quarantine list changes almost daily. So no way to know what will be on it when you travel.

 

[Theiggy]

We are scheduled for one week Marriott and two weeks Westin in October.
Since we are retired quarantining is not a problem.

Just keep in mind the quarantine list changes almost daily. So no way to know what will be on it when you travel.

How can you leave during fall on LI? It’s my favorite time of the year (2nd only to summer of course). Farm stands, pumpkin picking, and outdoor festivals.

Okay the USVI are pretty nice too...


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[CPNY]

We are scheduled for one week Marriott and two weeks Westin in October.
Since we are retired quarantining is not a problem.

Just keep in mind the quarantine list changes almost daily. So no way to know what will be on it when you travel.

True but I would think it’s at least 10 days since that’s what they are using.

 

[SandyPGravel]

This is happening to my cousin. He’s in STT now using my Frenchman’s Cove week. He just found out about the quarantine and he is supposed to return to work when he gets back but now can’t. It’s a bummer.


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Maybe your cousin's employer has a policy similar to my employer...

Our policy (around March/April) if you traveled somewhere and after you were there travel restrictions were enacted it wouldn't count against you. But if you traveled somewhere knowing that travel restrictions existed it would count against you upon return. i.e. you would have to have PTO to cover the additional time. I'm not sure if my employer has changed their policy.

 

[Theiggy]

Maybe your cousin's employer has a policy similar to my employer...

Our policy (around March/April) if you traveled somewhere and after you were there travel restrictions were enacted it wouldn't count against you. But if you traveled somewhere knowing that travel restrictions existed it would count against you upon return. i.e. you would have to have PTO to cover the additional time. I'm not sure if my employer has changed their policy.

I doubt it based on where he works but I’m wondering if he can take a test instead of quarantine. Not sure what the rules are on that. I’m guessing he will be finding out all this info.


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[GrayFal]

How can you leave during fall on LI? It’s my favorite time of the year (2nd only to summer of course). Farm stands, pumpkin picking, and outdoor festivals.

Okay the USVI are pretty nice too...


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We normally go late October/November because yes, it is beautiful on Long Island.

This year I booked earlier because we were going on a 33 day Panama Cznzl and South America cruise leaving Fort Lauderdale 10/31

 

[DavidnRobin]

Latest Covid numbers from USVI

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[DavidnRobin]

Covid-19 Update August 13: back to phase orange "stay at home" - St. John Info -USVI Island &Travel Information

Big news from today’s press conference. Governor Bryan “Recent infiltration of virus creates a big risk. While the current outbreak is in STT/STJ district it affects the whole territory. We have already used STX resources to help with the STT... Continue Reading →

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[GrayFal]

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