[slideshow]In October 0f 2011 Brunette spotted a special at The Verandah Resort in Antigua and promptly notified her sister. Blonde made an unconvincing (yet true) objection that it wasn't prudent for an unemployed marketerette to be planning a winter vacation, followed by booking the trip immediately. This was the sisters' first time going to an all-inclusive resort. Blonde … [Read more...]
It’s Saturday night – rent this party bus!
B&B saw this saucy, tempting party bus for rent along the main drag in Willemstad, Curacao. At first we imagined that the poles themselves danced or that people of Polish descent were the dancers, but then we finally got it. The sign; not the bus. Wonder if that air conditioning unit affects the gas mileage? How can we get invited to a party in this bus? Is there enough … [Read more...]
Keep your ass away from urchins (clarification: sea urchins)
[slideshow]Blonde and Brunette were in St. John for a free week at the Westin resort. This was so long ago Blonde was employed, traveled weekly for work and "had" to stay at Starwood properties. That lodging requirement was how we learned to love the SPG rewards program (why don't they pay me to say this stuff??). The Westin was fairly luxurious and offered everything except a … [Read more...]
Out to pasture in Turks and Caicos
[slideshow] Blonde and Brunette were on our favorite sort of trip the "Severance Package Celebration Getaway". Blonde had suspected for months that the company she was working for was headed for The Big Bang. However, having been previously employed by the same group of companies she watched The Clock of Doom tick down to blast-off secure in the knowledge that she would get a … [Read more...]
Is that an iguana on your head or are you just happy to see me?
While spending a week on Curacao at the absolutely lovely Lodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club http://www.kurahulanda.com ) Brunette and I took advantage one day of the free shuttle to their sister property in the capital city of Willemstad. The city center of Willemstad is a UNESCO World Heritage site and if you find yourself there be sure to go see their aquarium. (More about … [Read more...]