Author: Debbie (---.aep.bellsouth.net)
Date: 02-21-06 21:39
Great report, Jim.
I think you did get taken advantage of with the publico. A private van that picks you up at the airport and takes you straight to Fajardo is $65 one way, no stops. A publico, the ones that stop along the way to pick up other passengers, should not be so expensive. If you have more than two persons, it is cost effective to take a private van to Fajardo. Jerry DOES rule! It's truly part of the island experience to meet him.
Capt. Guzman -
Once again I must disagree with you. If you stay at the right place at the right elevation, a/c is not necessary, especially during these beautiful winter months. Villa Boheme, that you recommend so often, is not at a high enough elevation, nor does it have strategically placed windows to allow for cross-breezes. I enjoy a house that is built to catch the breezes, and a ceilin fan or standup fan is enough to keep the mosquitos at bay. In March, I discovered an incense in one of the local gift shops that contains natural ingredients designed to repel mosquitos (geranium, neem and other stuff). I was skeptical and surprised when it actually worked. I was quite comfy in the hammock at dusk while the incense was burning. The minute it went out, the monsters returned.
By the way, when you live outside of the tropics, it feels dang good to sweat for a week or so. I know not everyone feels that way, but I rather enjoy being warm, not cold (from weather or from a/c).
Happy Diving!
Debbie
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