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Weeks 33 & 34, 2008
PelicanNews
- Week 33 & 34 - sent August 28, 2008
Be sure to check the web site for postings of rentals and sales
@ www.pelicannews.net or email judy@navnet.net
EDITOR - Judy Young
**** IMPORTANT*** Be sure to put pelicansxm@yahoogroups.com
on your list of email addresses to receive the newsletter.
Visited the Resort web site - Pelicanresort.com
Register on line for your next stay www.pelicanresort.com
Read:
1st Quarter minutes 2008
2007 AGM minutes
the monthly financial information
on line in the owners section.
ELECTION INFORMATION For the Nomination Sheet and Election
Procedures for the 2008 Election of three (3) Members to
the Board of Directors Tenants' Association Pelican Resort
Club (T.A.P.R.C.). All nominations must be submitted
by August 25, 2008.
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on
December 2nd and 3rd 2008 at the Pelican Resort Club.
Owners renting their unit please notify the Resort by
email: memberservices@royalresorts.com
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All the members Pelican can make the payments of
the AMF on via internet on the web page of Pelican.
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Notice:
Cherie's will be closed from
September 8 to October 7, 2008
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From: MARTIN ROSOL
Subject: Pelican
Date sent: Thu, 14 Aug 2008
I just finished reading the latest Newsletter and, as usual,
was annoyed with the negative comments about the Resort.
I don't know how I manage to have such a wonderful time every
year that I go down there, now for some 25 years, when so
many people find nothing but complaints about the place. Come
on,
are we really upset about voluntary tips to people who don't
make a lot of money and treat us in a very friendly manner
when we are there? Or do they only treat in a friendly manner
to those of us who treat them likewise? Dr. Martin Rosol
From: Debbie and Mike Greenspan
Date sent: Thu, 14 Aug 2008
Hi Judy,
My husband and I spent weeks 28 and 29 at our "Caribbean Home"
(The Pelican Resort) with our very 'special' yearly friends.
We found that the resort was well kept and the Marina pool had
brand new chairs, tables and umbrellas that made finding
a comfortable seat at the manger's party much easier.
Unfortunately the menu has not changed, but then again
we weren't expecting a meal! Cans of soda and beer
were plentiful, and given out with a smile!
Our Marina units were clean and fresh smelling, so we knew
that the musty, mold issue had been taken care of. Who cares
if the drapes didn't match the bedspread, we weren't
entertaining the Queen in our room! We came for the beach,
the pool, the weather (which was absolutely superb!) and
to visit with friends! None of
those things disappointed us at all!
Kat, the owner of the pool and beach bars, has added so many new
choices to the menu! Not only is there a wide variety of food,
they now have a 'Happy Hour' every day. She is such a sweet,
concerned, and dynamic person! She never stands still! Her new
staff people, David and Matthew, are a great addition to the
Pelican Resort 'Family'. My husband and I can't wait to see
how many changes there will be when we return next summer.
As for the new bakery...their croissants are out of this world!
The Peli deli staff are so pleasant and cooperative. The little
breakfast restaurant next door has also added more to their
menu, and The Red Piano Bar is expanding! How anyone could
complain about The Pelican...it's growth is so evident! Tourism
has finally become an occupation in Sint Maarten!
Pierre, over at Pineapple Pete's, is also branching out! He now
has a nightclub a few doors down from the restaurant, and has
mentioned that a few more "surprises" are in the works! There is
also a party bus driving around!
As for tip jars, I really didn't notice them all over the place.
After all TIPS means To Insure Proper Service. That doesn't
always apply to food, maid, or bar service does it?
As for the OUTRAGEOUS FEES that The Pelican is charging for
individual nights (mostly Friday, Saturday nights) it is VERY
unfair for them to charge their owners those fees. We found that
the Atrium charges $86.00 a night if you book online! The rooms
have an efficiency kitchen and are quite spacious! What a
bargain!
Can't wait to see all you week 28 and 29'ers again...have a safe
and healthy year! Debbie and Mike Greenspan
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Subject: Pelican Owner's Newsletter
From: MARY DAMM
Date sent: Tue, 19 Aug 2008
Please post this in your newsletter. Thanks
To all Pelican Owners:
As a reminder, please let Interval Servicing/ISCO
know if you are planning to use your unit. It's really
frustrating to owners when you call to see if a unit is
available for exchange and they say they have nothing in
the exchange inventory. How is this possible when in fact
you know that the resort is not busy especially in
October and November. They simply tell you that the
owners haven't listed their week. Most often the 60 day
rule comes into play and then you loose your exchange
privilege. I have tried on numerous occasions to
exchange my weeks and the same sad story is given
to me every time. Too bad they just can't accommodate
us as owners, and setup a special
last minute (30 day) request list. Thank you
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Subject: El Gauchos Restaurant
Date sent: Tue, 19 Aug 2008
From: "McLean, Susan D"
Hi Judy,
My daughter and I just returned from a week at the Pelican
Resort. We had and extraordinary time. One of the highlights
was eating at El Gauchos restaurant. We were so impressed
with the view, the meals and the personal attention we received
from Liesa all 3 times we ate there. I hope this goes in your
newsletter so everyone coming to stay will get to experience
what we did. Hoping to come back and enjoy your
island again soon. Susan D. McLean
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From: "Elaine Lefebvre"
Subject: Note from Elaine Lefebvre
Date sent: Tue, 26 Aug 2008
Dear Judy & Pelican Owners,
My husband and I, along with 4 other couples, spent a wonderful
3 weeks @ Pelican in July. We were celebrating our 25th
anniversary, which made it even more special. Pelican & SXM
have been so much a part of the wonderful memories we have had
with our family and friends over the past 24 years as owners.
For those of you who read my SXM Update on the website, I am
working on revising it, and will shortly send a new copy to you
for posting. As I always say, the one constant about SXM is
that it is always changing! We don't like some of the changes,
like the overbuilding and resulting traffic issues,
commercialism on some of the once-natural beaches, and the poor
exchange rate on the Euro, which reduced our ability to dine as
much on the French side this year. The old airport was
"quaint", but the new airport makes arriving and departing such
a joy, so that is a PLUS! Somehow, despite the not-always
positive changes, we leave the island thinking about when we can
return again. Some things, like the wonderful people we meet @
Pelican and around the island, the wonderful restaurants, great
entertainment, tempting shopping and that beautiful Caribbean
Sea don't change!
A few comments about Pelican.....As we did an exchange to France
last year, it had been two years since we were at the resort.
We got to see first hand what all your readers have been talking
about. The increased efficiency & consistency was immediately
noticable. The Front Desk area looks classy, the staff was
welcoming. We had registered online, some of our friends were
not owners, but we all agreed that check in and check out was
easy and pleasant. The way they handle changing units each week
was a HUGE improvement in service and we were amazed at how
smoothly it went. Despite the fact that the Front Desk staff
were very friendly, we did have a couple of issues with
"communication" with them. We had a problem with our Voice
Mail and someone from the U.S. who had an urgent need to contact
us, spoke with someone at the Front Desk and was assured that
the message would be promptly delivered...it never was. When we
had a couple of maintenance issues...one major, a flood in the
kitchen from our dishwasher, and left a message with the Front
Desk as requested, the messages never got to the Maintenance
Dept. When we called the Maintenance Dept directly, they were
very responsive and a supervisor even called back later to make
sure everything was taken care of! So, a couple of gripes,
but overall we...and our guests...were very happy with the
service. The Towel Hut lady up the hill was a delight, beach
staff great as usual. The Pelican News magazine in the unit
clearly and concisely told you everything you needed to know....
Never even had a toilet issue in our 3 week visit :-)
It is always interesting to hear comments from "newcomers" to
Pelican and two of the couples were surprised that they could
not charge drinks/food to their unit and said they definitely
would have spent more $$ if that were possible. I seem to
remember that this option is being looked at?? Anything that
will bring more money to the resort is a good thing!
For those of you going down to the island, make an app't with
Judy Besta to see the Marina Residences....just beautiful! I
know that many people were unhappy with that building going up,
but we were very impressed with what they have done and think it
adds class to the Pelican property. The glassed in bar/lobby
area is dramatic...what a view! We tried to go there for a drink
on 3 separate occasions, though (twice we actually called &
were told the bar was open)...and it was always closed?? Not
sure what the issue was, but hope they resolve it, as it is an
enticing spot!
Due to the poor exchange rate with the Euro, we did a lot less
dining on the French side this year, but have heard that some of
the French restaurant owners plan on opening on the Dutch side
in the near future, which we would look forward to. There are
numerous good choices on the Dutch side, now, too and I'm
updating those suggestions in my guide. Your suggestion, Judy,
about the Calypso Dinner cruise to Marigot was great , our group
thought it was excellent & such fun! We skipped Los Gauchos,
after hearing some negative comments, but did have a drink one
night at the Bistro outside the restuarant and wouldn't even
return there. The coasters looked like they had been reused
numerous times, the bartender had a hard time even coming up
with a glass of white wine and certainly didn't exude that
"friendly island" attitude...too bad. Speaking of bad
attitude...and mediocre food....The Boathouse is permanently off
our list...we gave them yet another try this year.
We have used Leslie Bruce at Kenny's for years for a car rental,
but he had a computer issue this year, so we used Rent 4 Less,
who also gave our group excellent service. A bargain hunting
friend told us about this site, where she found an older, but
decent car with airco for $100- a week in July and included was
one of those buy one/get one Caribbean Cards for dinners on
island. www.caribbeancars.com Also, check out
www.sxm-services.com/packlight for chair/umbrella rentals and
other items....friends rave about their prices and great
service...they deliver & pick up items to you @ Pelican.
I could go on and on...but then you wouldn't want to read my
updated guide...25 pages now....hope you all find it helpful!!
Before I close, I just want to make a comment on a totally
different topic. A few weeks ago, one of your readers brought
up an interesting point in regard to TOTALLY renovating our
Pelican units, with the cost being broken down to about $1,000-
per week owned, if I'm remembering correctly. Now, some of you
may want to throw rocks at me for even bringing this up.....and
maybe a little bit of knowledge on the situation is a bad
thing... but have to say his suggestion made sense to me. We've
been putting bandaids on something that needs major surgery and
I'm wondering how many owners out there would be willing to pay
an assessment to have their units stripped out and rebuilt like
the ones at the Marina Residences, for example. Just some food
for thought and discussion.... Elaine Lefebvre
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Extra Nights for Rent
2 Extra Nights Week 51, 2008
From: RUBURT17@aol.com
Date sent: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
Rental available 2 nights of week 51 (Xmas week) Thursday
Dec.25th, 2008 and Friday Dec. 26th, 2008 Caladium apt. 16a,
beautiful complete apt. 1 bedroom, view not obstructed,
$280 for both nights no other charges. Or phone 1-631-367-0227.
Thank you, Ruth and Burt Bellask
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Extra Night end Week 41 - Fri Oct 17, 2008
From: marjan1@bellsouth.net
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
I just wanted to let anyone know who might be in need of an
extra night that we have one available. We own week 41, sat
to sat. We will be leaving on friday morning oct. 17th. If
anyone needs to come in early or stay an extra night, for
Fri, we will rent it out for $150 and we will be paying
the $50 usage fee. We can be reached at . thanks for the
help. Janet
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Extra nights, Jan 29, 30 & 31,2009
Date sent: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
From: "Gariepy, Barbara" <BGARIEPY@PARTNERS.ORG>
Extra nights thurs 29 Jan, Fri 30 and sat 31 Jan,
$100 per night, no timeshare tax required. Preference given
to renter of multiple nights.Thanks so much,Barbara Gariepy
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Extra night Feb 7, 2009
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
From: sue <hertz15@optonline.net>
I have one night in a one bedroom in the upper B building
available for Saturday, February 7, 2009. contact
sue.hertz@yahoo.com or 914-834-5461
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Rentals ----- Rentals @ www.pelicannews.net
Week 2 and 3 For Rent 2009
From: Jeanette Collins <jeanettejrn@aol.com>
Date sent: Sun, 24 Aug 2008
I would like to list my units for rent I have weeks 2 and
3 in the front B building both are large studios Sat to
Sat $750.00 each
Week 3 For Rent 2009
From: Jeanette Collins <jeanettejrn@aol.com>
Date sent: Sun, 24 Aug 2008
Week 3 in the Marina it is a one bedroom $1000.00 Sunday
to Sunday can you please list them telephone # 914 263-6404
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For sale or rent week 3, 2009 unit C19B
From: Fdbmgr2@aol.com
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
Unit # C19B week 3 .Large 1 Bedroom unit with unobstructed
view of Simpson bay and marina has it`s own pool, parking
next to unit $ 3,500.00 or rent $750.00 If you have any
questions please call 732-773-2072 or Email fdbmgr2@aol.com
thank you
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Week 4, 2008 Flamingo Beach Villa for rent Reminder
From: DonMcmn@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Week #4, Sat. to Sat. Jan. 24 to Jan. 31. Flamingo Beach Villa
#6201A. The building is on the beach facing Saba island and is a
poolside corner unit with an oversize patio/lanai on the second
level. It features one bedroom and a full kitchen with the added
luxury of a washer and dryer. Contact DonMcmn@aol.com Don
McManus
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For RENT WEEK 4 & 5 2009
From: "ROGER" <FIRRIT@COMCAST.NET>
Date sent: Wed, 27 Aug 2008
RENT WEEK 4 B256 AND WK 5 B154 2009. COVER MAINT. FEE.
ROGER @ COMCAST.NET 781-784-7545 VOICE
781-784-2844 FAX
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For Rent Week 5, 2009
Date Sent: July 2007
From: jfirmender@charter.net
Rental: I have available Week 5, Unit B 275 (B Building)
Studio sleeps 2, downstairs unit.
Sunday 02/01/2009 to Sunday 02/08/2009
Best Offer.
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Wanted Week 5, 2009
From: "Sandy Firmender" <sfirmender@charter.net>
Date sent: Thu, 14 Aug 2008
Week 5 2009 looking for studio apartment in the B buildings
or any other building for one week only. Please contact
sfirmender@charter.net.
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Week 2 and 5, 2009 rental
Date sent: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
From: "Gariepy, Barbara" <BGARIEPY@PARTNERS.ORG>
Dear Judy,would like to rent weeks 2 and 5 in my poolside
junior suite, sleeps 4, B174,Sun-Sun. Price $700,renter pays
time share tax.
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Wanted to Rent Week 6 (2 seperate 1 bedroom units)
Sunday to Sunday Feb 1-8
From: marsham@chatham-kent.ca
Date sent: Mon, 18 Aug 2008
2 units wanted - 1 bedroom sleep 4 preferably in either of
the B buildings can contact marsham@chatham-kent.ca or
519-436-1011 ask for Jim or Marsha
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Week 7, 2009 For Rent
Date sent: Mon, 18 Aug 2008
From: Frank Conover <jconover6146@sbcglobal.net>
RENTAL- WEEK 7- Saturday to Saturday in the Marina Bldg,
Unit 307, studio sleeps 4, overloooking the pool and the
Bay. Rental fee $650.00. Contact Jean at
jconover6146@sbcglobal.net.
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Rental Week 8 - Prime Time - Marina 219
From: <fj1225@netzero.net>
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
Would you please post our rental for us. Marina 219,
Week 8, February 22, through March 1, 2009, Sunday
to Sunday, sleeps four. Deluxe one bedroom villa on
the 2nd floor with a large private balcony and
"the perfect view". Prime time week for $999.00.
Renter pays $50.00 tax. Call 603-275-0181.
Frank and Joyce Forsythe
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Weeks 7 & 8, Marina Residence For Rent
Date sent: Sat, 23 Aug 2008
From: Barbara Wagner <grandmabasslady@yahoo.com>
For rent: Pelican Marina Residence. overlooks Simpson
Bay - master bedroom king bed, lock-off two full beds
- (main unit and lock-off sleeps 8) - brand new. full
granite kitchen in main unit and kitchenette in lock-off
- each has private full bath & private balcony. 4th floor
- week #7 $2500.00 (President's week) ; week #8 $2,000.00
both weeks for $4,000.00. Renter pay timeshare tax
for more information - contact via e-mail
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Weeks 7 to 10, 2009 For rent (Saturday to Saturday)
From: <robert@mbre.net>
Date sent: Mon, 25 Aug 2008
Week From To Unit # Rate Size
.
7 2/14/09 2/21/09 C9A $950.00 1 bedroom sleep 4
8 2/21/09 2/28/09 C7A $950.00 1 bedroom sleep 4
9 2/28/09 3/7/09 B106 $800.00 Studio sleep 4
10 3/7/09 3/14/09 B104 $800.00 Studio sleep 4
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Week 10, 2009 For Rent
From: Choiress@aol.com
Date sent: Sun, 24 Aug 2008
For rent. Week #10 = March 7-14, 2009. Bouganvilla Bldg.
Spacious one bedroom unit. Sleeps 4. $850. Beautiful views.
Renter pays timeshare tax upon leaving. Contact Choiress@ol.com
or call 732-591-0343.
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Week 11, 2009 For Rent
From: Whiteoakhorse@aol.com
Date sent: Mon, 18 Aug 2008
One bedroom deluxe studio, faces B pool (not parking lot.)
Great access, newly tiled, painted,new mattresses, drapes
etc. King bed, living area, full kitchen,private bath.
Private deck. Rental is $700.00.
whiteoakhorse@aol.com
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Week 11, 2009 (3/14 - 3/21) For Rent
From: Preggio@tampabay.rr.com
Date sent: Wed, 20 Aug 2008
Week 11 sleeps 6 2Br/2bath unit D 11 1ST floor
Rent For 800.00 813-376 3780 Paul
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Week 12, 2009 For Rent
From: Joannival@aol.com
Date sent: Sat, 23 Aug 2008
We are putting up our 12th week March 2009 at the
Marina unit M2 for rent sat to sat. 1 br 1 bth. Contact
Joannival@aol.com
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Weeks 14, 15, and 16, 2009
From: bonnie kreh <blkreh@live.com>
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:20:28 -0400
Weeks 14, 15 and 16 Rentals. Saturday to Saturday check-ins,
April 4-April 11, 2009, April 11-April 18, 2009, and April
18-April 25, 2009 in the Marina Building, Unit M314.
Beautiful extra large one bedroom unit, 1 1/2 bathrooms.
$900.00 per week. Island timeshare tax of $50.00 is not
included. Bill or Bonnie Kreh, telephone 989-435-2153,
blkreh@live.com
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Week 19, 2009 For Rent
From: Joannival@aol.com
Date sent: Sat, 23 Aug 2008
Our 19th week in the Allamanda unit A8 also sat to
sat thanks Joan Burke Joannival@aol.com
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Week 48, 2008 For Rent
Date sent: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
From: "Michael Cotillier" <badbookgirl08@gmail.com>
Week #48 Sat. to Sat. 2008 in Marina 410. This is a one
bedroom unit (sleeps 4) with sleeper sofa in the living room.
The unit has gorgeous, unblocked views of Simpson Bay and
partial pool view. Activities on premises and nearby.
Close to great shopping. Onsite restaurants. Enjoy beautiful
sunsets from your covered patio. I am asking $750 to cover
the cost of our maintenance fee. The renter would be
responsible for the $50 time share tax at check out. If you
have an interest, please contact me via E-mail at
badgookgirl08@gmail.com.
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FOR SALE OR RENT: WEEK #49-SAT.TO SAT. 12/06/08 TO 12/13/08
From: david woodman <pile56daw@hotmail.com>
Date sent: Tue, 26 Aug 2008
Pelican Resort, highest "b" bldg. W/elevator, unit #556, roomy
0ne bdrm. Full bath, w/pullout, sleeps four. 180 degree views
from lanai, of Simpson bay, Carribean and overlooking olympic
size pool ( 1 of 5 ). Sale $5499.00 or b.o. / rent $885.00 or
dave @ 603-382-6739 david woodman <pile56daw@hotmail.com>
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Week 51, 2008 For Rent
From: 54Bonnie Paquette <sxmdream@hotmail.com>
Date sent: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
For Rent: Week 51 December 20-27th, Studio sleep 4 in
unit B266 for $750. Please contact me at 603-321-7631.
Bonnie
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Wanted Week 52, 2008
Date sent: Thu, 28 Aug 2008
From: "Ron Ticho" <rticho@orasure.com>
Looking to rent Week 52 (Sun to Sun) – 1 bedroom or
studio with balcony preferred. Please email Ron Ticho
at ron@ticho.com
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Wanted Week 52, 2008 and Week 1, 2009
Date sent: Wed, 27 Aug 2008
From: LANA VINOKUR <lianavinokur@yahoo.com>
I am interested in renting studio or one bedroom for
week 52 and week 1. We have 2 adults and 2 kids and
would like to stay in one unit if possible.
Please contact me 1- 516 -313-1975 Lana.
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Sales ----- Sales @ www.pelicannews.net
For sale or rent week 3, 2009 unit C19B
From: Fdbmgr2@aol.com
Date sent: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
Unit # C19B week 3 .Large 1 Bedroom unit with unobstructed
view of Simpson bay and marina has it`s own pool, parking
next to unit $ 3,500.00 or rent $750.00 If you have any
questions please call 732-773-2072 or Email fdbmgr2@aol.com
thank you
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WEEK 12 FOR SALE - Reminder
Date sent: Tue, 08 May 2007
From: herkatgoes@aol.com
Lock-out unit for sale at the Pelican Resort- For Week 12
(March) Units C6A & C6B are a 1 bedroom and a studio each
with a full kitchen and bathroom. C6A has partial views of
the ocean. Will sleep 6 people. Ideal to stay in the top
unit and rent or trade the bottom unit. $6500 for both
units. Ready to go now, may use in 2008. Please e-mail
herkatgoes@aol.com. Victoria Harlow
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FOR SALE OR RENT: WEEK #49-SAT.TO SAT. 12/06/08 TO 12/13/08
From: david woodman <pile56daw@hotmail.com>
Date sent: Tue, 26 Aug 2008
Pelican Resort, highest "b" bldg. W/elevator, unit #556, roomy
0ne bdrm. Full bath, w/pullout, sleeps four. 180 degree views
from lanai, of Simpson bay, Carribean and overlooking olympic
size pool ( 1 of 5 ). Sale $5499.00 or b.o. / rent $885.00 or
dave @ 603-382-6739 david woodman <pile56daw@hotmail.com>
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WEB SITES AND OTHER INFORMATION
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Remember to check for rentals & sales on the
web site. Most will be posted well before the
newsletter www.pelicannews.net
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SALES AT PELICAN
Again just to remind owners that the sales office work
for their commission on sales. I can change your posting
to reflect that it is with the sales office when you
list with them.
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Timeshare Legislation - there is not a separate time share
law, but newly introduced time share rights, which have been
incorporated in Book 7 of the Civil Code of the Netherlands
Antilles (“Purchase of rights of use in timesharing of real
property”) , whereby an ownership right of the right to
temporarily use (per week etc) for real estate has been
constituted. It is Federal legislation and therefore
applicable to all the Island Territories that form
part of the Netherlands Antilles (Curacao, Bonaire,
St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius)
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Donations to Crystal Children's Home:
This organization has no government funding to help house,
feed and clothe the 13 children they have placed there. I
am hoping your website can assist them in raising funds
and receiving donations of food and clothing. Credit can be
made at Grand Marche for groceries, GEBE for utilities
etc. Many people leave bags of food in their rooms at the
end of vacation, they could be encouraged to take it to
AQUA MARINA ADVENTURES as a donation (unopened items) to the
home instead. Thank you, Best Regards,
Debby Lind - Aqua Mania Adventures.
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Pelican Resort contact info:
www.pelicanresort.com – Pelican Resort Club
official website
www.pelicanmarinaresidences.com
– Pelican Marina Residences official website
ISCO - the new email address is
www.intervalservicing.com
TELEPHONE NUMBER 800-550-7088
The Travel Department - Caribbean Islands Travel
www.pelicanclubvacations.com – a site dedicated to Pelican
Members for all their travel needs, great packages,
great rates. Toll Free 877-736-4536
from Us and Canada and 954-736-2200 Elsewhere
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Resorts Condominium International RCI.com
Interval International Intervalworld.com
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Air Fares for Less try - www.sidestep.com
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For those looking for an extra night try
The Royal Turtle on the airport road. Very nice rooms
And breakfast is included their web site is
- www.turtlepier.comPhone: 011-599-545-
2339 or Email: info@theroyalturtle.com
Be sure to check their cancellation regulations.
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Pelican Beach Bar - "On the Rocks"
- see menu on the Restaurant page
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Los Gauchos Restaurant
I would like to let you know I have some additions to
Activities at the Bistro for Guests
Sunday to Friday Breakfast Buffet $12.95 see below.
Bistro Bar Happy Hour Monday to Friday!!
Come, Enjoy and relax ! Marina Front! Ocean View!!
3-6 p.m. ALL DRINKS ½ Price
All Beers ONLY $ 1.00 - Complimentary Popcorn, Pretzels and Nuts
Also at the Outdoor Bistro Come and relax ! Ocean View!!
Breakfast Brunch Sunday to Friday - 7: 30 a.m -10:30 a.m
Bacon, Eggs, Cheeses, Sausage, pancakes
Home fries, Croissants, Toast, Fresh fruit juice
Coffee or Tea Only $ 12.95
Currently Los Gauchos seats up to 80 people Owner Liesa Euton
comments: "Our idea is to offer a great experience to our Pelican
owners and guests; good service, good food, and great prices with a
touch of Argentina. All of our meals are moderately priced from
$20.00 to $25.00 per person per entrée.
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RED PIANO: www.theredpianobar.com
TheRedPiano - Pelican Resort Club & Casino,
St. Maarten - St. Martin
Boston's Matt Mello is
rocking The Red Piano, located at the Pelican
Resort Club & Casino in St. Maarten, through the end of August.
Matt has charged the party crowd from Boston to Shanghai as a high-energy
pop/rock singer and pianist. He is a true beer-hall, sing at the top of
your lungs, have the time of your life barroom entertainer. His 15 years
of belting out everything from country to heavy metal include a phenomenal
10-year run, crushing all liquor sales records, as a producer/performer of
"America's Hottest Rock and Roll Piano Show" at Jake Ivory's dueling piano
bar in Boston. If you are looking for for a fun night with an entertainer
who lives to liven up the crowd and crank up the bar action, Matt Mello
is your man.
Catch shows from Monday through Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
at TheRedPiano.
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Aqua Mania Adventures - www.diveadventures-sxm.com
Your One Stop Vacation Shop !! Located at Pelican Marina, Simpson
Bay, Sint Maarten PH: 599 544 2640 FAX: 599 544 2476 (dial 011
prefix from US and Canada) Visit us at: www.stmaarten-
activities.com and www.diveadventures-sxm.com PLEASE NOTE.
We have just received notification that from July 1st all American
and Canadian Citizens will require valid passports to visit St Barts
for the day. No longer will they be able to visit with a Birth
Certificate and Driver's License. We are delighted to announce
that we have a French side cell phone contact to enable you to reach
us more easily: 590 690 22 32 32
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CRUISE TO MERIGOT AND DINNER
"Aqua Mania Adventures" <aquamania@sintmaarten.net>
We would like to promote our new Dinner Cruise with Calypso.
Departing Tuesdays at 5pm from Pelican Marina in Simpson Bay,
Calypso cruises Simpson Lagoon to admire the mega yachts at
various marinas, the beautiful homes in the lowlands and the
new Aqua Marina development. The calm waters and beautiful
lights in the lagoon allow a different view of the trip to
Marigot, without the traffic and parking hassles.
Calypso Delivers guests right to the tables at La Petite
Auberge on Marina Royale, to enjoy delicious French cooking
at this unique little Bistro. Calypso returns to Pelican at
8.30pm. Beers, wine and rum punch are served on board Calypso.
The following menu at the restaurant is included:
Appetizers: - Petite Auberge Salad
Salad, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese, Walnuts, Croutons, or
Mix Salad or Onion Soup
Main Courses: Chicken Breast with Mushroom Sauce, or
Mahi-Mahi with Cajun Butter Sauce or The Day's Special
Desserts: Sorbet or Chocolate Cake or Ice Cream
Included: 1 Drink - Choice of Soda / Beer / Wine
$65pp - commissionable at 20%
Please feel free to contact me should you have any
questions. Regards, Debby Lind, Aqua Mania Adventures
- Your One Stop Vacation Shop! Visit us at
www.stmaarten-activities.com and
www.diveadventures-sxm.com
PH: 599 544 2640 / 544 2631 Fax: 599 544 2476
JUDY'S COMMENT: This is a very nice evening and well
worth the price.
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SPLASH - splash@caribserve.net
Yes we are very much in all these three locations, only
thing that has changed we are in 72-C front street instead
of 120 front street (Close to Coliseum Casino ) Philipsburg.
The Pelican location and Royal Palm locations stay the same.
We are still at Royal Palm Beach Club - In the lobby of the
resort from 9:30am to 7:30pm and at Pelican inside Hollywood
casino - from 6:00pm to 11:00pm
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Peli Deli Food Market
Call or fax to order Fruit baskets with wine or champagne, Dutch
cheese and crackers. Tel: 011-599-544-2351 or Fax 011-599-544-2352
(Open from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm Monday to Saturday and 8 to 6 on
Sunday)
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CAR RENTALS ------- CAR RENTALS ------
CAR RENTAL SITES: HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE RENTAL
AGENCIES - others listed on the web site pelicannews.net
PARADISE CAR RENTAL Our Email paradise@sintmaarten.net or
rent@paradisesxm.com and the website is www.paradise-carrental.com
93'S KENNY'S CAR RENTAL - Lesley E. Bruce, Managing Director, Email:
bruce@sintmaarten.net, Fax: 011-599-545-5656 Cellular 0115995575276
or regular phone line is 0115995453201 -
www.kennyscarrental.com
"NEW" Horizon Car Rental N.V.,
Haresh Shivnath
Phone-Fax 011-599-544-3499 Cell
599-526-8244
www.horizoncarrentals.com
horizoncarrentals@gmail.com
UNITY CAR RENTAL unityrental@yahoo.com
TOLL FREE 1 800 836 4529, Local Phone Numbers : 5571064 or 5576760
I will like you to add our new 24 hours PHONE - 800 820 7918
RENT FOR LESS CAR RENTAL: is the best car rental on the island from
my experience. They greet you at the airport and always give you a
new car. Best prices I have found. Have been using them for years
and have never had a bad experience. Ask for Patrick or Edwin. Tell
them Lee Singer recommended them. R4LCARRENTAL@megatropic.com
Summer Set Car Rental: We would also like to tell you that we have
created a website for easier service and an email account for
online reservations.
Our website is: http://summersetclaude.blogspot.com/
Our email address is: summerset.claude@gmail.com
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BOOK EXCHANGE AT PELICAN B POOL
If anyone has any books, noodles or craft materials that they have
enjoyed using while at the resort but would rather not take back
with them, they can always leave them with me. I have a fairly large
book exchange but new materials always appreciated. Also, If anyone
has BOOKS ON TAPE or CD and would like to bring them down for me, I
would appreciate it. I would like to start a listening
book exchange in addition to the traditional book exchange.
Regards, Kathy Singular, Social Activities Manager
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INTERNET
Timeshare Users Group - timeshareusersgroup.com
TimeSharing Today Magazine - The trusted Independent Voice of
Vacation Ownership Since 1991. Look for Free Bonus Issues
at www.tstoday.com
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http://traveltalkonline.com/
An OWNER site: Message board is the best SXM message board
on earth! Register yourself, and jump in!
The Daily Herald, St. Martin thedailyherald.com
JEFF BERGER'S EVERYTHINGSTMAARTEN.COM
To stay aware of what is going on year-round, they can subscribe
to our free "Timesharing in St. Maarten Email Forum". The Forum
covers all St. Maarten and St. Martin timeshare resorts, and provides
contact information for current legal action.
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Rotary Club of St. Maarten www.rotarysxm.org
RANDOM WIND CHARTER'S on randomwind. com
call 599 557 5742 cell, 599 544 5148 home. *****Judy's
recommendation
MEXICO FOR THOSE WHO MAY BE INTERESTED IN RENTING AT
ROYAL RESORTS HERE IS A WEB SITE TO TRY. Ken Hodl.
Ken also owns at Pelican. His Web site MEXICONDO.COM
RESTAURANT INFORMATION -
DineSXM - Restaurant Guide and Online Reservations
http://www.dinesxm.com St. Maarten / St. Martin restaurant
reservations and dining guide. Current restaurant descriptions
and information: opening hours, menu suggestions, reviews,
detailed maps, and the ability to make a guaranteed reservation
online
RESTAURANTS: sxmrestaurants.com/map
and stmaartenstmartin.com
St. Maarten Tourist Bureau
- http://www.vacationstmaarten.com/
Note: Also owner comments can be found on my web site under
restaurants.
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PHONES IN ST MAARTEN
You can purchase a phone by going down to the Airport road to the
theater building (first door to the left of the central entrance).
The phone is about $85 and the chip is around $20-$25 for the air
time. These are fall 2004 prices. You can just buy more air time
as you need it.
Cell phones
The info is Sharon Harris, she operates out of Royal Palm
and has a loyal following. Her e-mail address is
queenofsxm2000@yahoo.com
PHONE CARDS can be purchased from Kathy for cell phone use while in
St Maarten. See Kathy at the B Pool at 11 am or at her activities
hut at the end of B pool.
NOTE: - The sim cards from UTS service provider at the Dolphine casino
are $27 and that also gives some minutes on the phone. The phone must be
unlocked which if they have been with their service provider for long
enough they should provide the unlocking codes. Or buy an inexpensive
(under $100) unlocked triband phone in St Maarten. All phones here are
unlocked. Kathy
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Cell Phones for Rent @ The Mailbox in the Palapa Center, Simpson Bay
Tel: 545-3890 Fax: 545-3893 $5:00 a day plus pre-paid card
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FLAMINGO & ROYAL PALM INFORMATION:
Bruce Cameron, editor for a newsletter for Flamingo owners
E-mail sxmtimeshare@yahoo.ca
The newsletters is for both Flamingo and Royal
Palm owners is his website: www.sxm-timesharenews.com
Management contacts at the resorts is as follows:
Flamingo - General Manager(011) 599-544-5572
Royal Palm - Marcel Javois General Manager mjavois@sunterra.com (011)
5995-5443737-4055
Reservations for both resorts
Elizabeth Lawrence elawrence@sunterra.com (011)-5995-443732
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SKYMED-- SkyMed - skymed. com
SkyMed is pleased to offer to Pelican owners a valuable new benefit.
SkyMed is a member based Company that provides its members with
emergency air transportation to their own medical providers when
they suffer a critical illness or injury when traveling more than
100 air miles from home. Area of coverage is the United States,
Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Rates vary.
Further information can be viewed on our web site at www.skymed.com
or you can call our office at 800-475-9633. (Dave and I are members).
*****This newsletter is intended solely for Pelican Resort
owners and may
not be distributed or copied, in whole or in part to any other
party without
prior written consent. I
will not publish defamatory e-mails ********
Judy Young, Lower Sackville, N.S.
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