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Subject: For Boquinha-ga please: Luxury family vacation
Category: Sports and Recreation > Travel
Asked by: jude1-ga
List Price: $200.00

Posted: 10 Aug 2006 15:29 PDT
Expires: 09 Sep 2006 15:29 PDT
Question ID: 754782

Looking for a luxury vacation for 20+ people. Here are the details: 1) Changed dates: Dec. 27 - Jan. 3 2) $50,000 budget -- let's see what we can get for that. I'm looking for true luxury, not something that looks like a simple home or building. A mansion, castle, or something else upscale. Luxury destinations are also excellent (but not Aspen). My mom is hard to impress. (Well you ARE, Mom!) 3) Must have 10+ bedrooms IN ONE HOUSE/VILLA/CASTLE/BUILDING. I prefer something that we can completely rent out as opposed to a hotel/bed & breakfast. 4) Would like the availability of both a chef to prepare meals and a housekeeper (this doesn't have to be included in the rental per se, but be available thru a nearby service if not thru the property itself). 5) I'd like to see a few different types of places: mountains, Grand Canyon, beaches -- but ONLY beaches IF, IF, IF there's PLENTY else to do, especially for kids. (Hey, Mom, this is MY question! ROTFL) 4) Preferably in North America and Carribean 5) Weather MUST be warm to cool -- no colder than sweater weather (no jackets!) 6) Must have LOTS of activities to do for both adults and very small children 3 and 5 years old (like children's museums, petting zoos, theme parks, etc...) Please remember the NEW dates!
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 11 Aug 2006 11:38 PDT Hi again! I'm posting to let you know that I've seen your question and am working on researching it. I'm happy that you asked for me to continue this research with new parameters for an even more luxurious trip than you originally specified by raising your budget from $20,000 to $50,000! This really does involve several hours of research like the first question (I must admit that I misunderstood when you said you had another question to the max of $200 to mean that you were posting another $200 question)--these kinds of questions really do involve a great deal of time and research (researching, combing through each location, meeting requirements, contacting possibilities, etc.) and take a lot of work. The location switch is less of a big deal, but the change in dates and other ramifications really makes it a whole, new question--especially with the dates, I'm starting from scratch again. I'm happy to do this research for you. I enjoy it and am glad that you're so pleased with my first answer to you! To be fair, I just want to let you know that for the price listed, I can provide you with a handful of possibilities, but if you would like an answer with a greater number of locations (like the first question), you may want to consider raising the price (which you can still do since this question is not yet answered). Here are the pricing guidelines for Google Answers--http://answers.google.com/answers/pricing.html "$50 · The minimum price appropriate for complex, multi-part questions · Researchers will typically spend at least one hour on $50 questions and be very responsive to follow-up questions . . . $200 · Researchers will typically spend extensive amounts of time (4 hours plus) and do highly thorough research for questions at the $200 price level · Please be sure to check questions priced at this level frequently as researchers are likely to have questions for you about the answer you want · If time is a concern for you, questions priced in this range get extremely rapid attention" As you can imagine, an hour isn't going to be nearly enough to be as thorough as I've been on your first question. Again, if a handful suffices, then this price is fine and I can go ahead and get you that--that's perfectly reasonable. I just want to make sure we're clear on your expectations. If you'd like a longer list like the first question, please do feel free to raise the price accordingly. Please let me know how you'd like to proceed. Sincerely Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Question by jude1-ga on 11 Aug 2006 11:52 PDT I see! I've raised it to the max. :) Like I mentioned before, my mom is hard to please and she's looking for something very luxurious. To give you an idea, last year's New Year's trip was at The Castle in Jamaica. http://www.islandhideaways.com/villa.php?villa_id=10021 The home must be stunning, not someone's house that is available in the off-season. She thought the Joshua Tree house looked like someone's Grandma's house. LOL!
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 11 Aug 2006 11:58 PDT Wow! That was fast! Okay, great, that helps me know how to proceed--longer list, lots of possibilities, etc. In fact, that link helps A LOT! Perfect example--I really appreciate that. Dang, you guys go all out! :) Wanna take us along? :) I'm teasing. In all seriousness, I'm on the job. I've already started anyway and with your clarifying link (that really helps!), I know better how to search and research. I'm hoping to have it posted this weekend. I can keep you posted! Thank you, Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Question by jude1-ga on 11 Aug 2006 12:45 PDT I'd really, really, really like to see something in the Grand Canyon area. I'm finding lots of island rentals, but no Grand Canyon.
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 11 Aug 2006 16:12 PDT Okay, thanks for that. Let's see what I can do in that area. We used to live in Arizona and I have some ideas that I think might work!
Clarification of Question by jude1-ga on 12 Aug 2006 10:11 PDT Terrible news. She found a place on an island. :( Turns out she really wants something on the beach, so even if I found something amazing in the Grand Canyon, she wouldn't like it. On an island, there's nature museums, eco tours, swimming with dolphins, etc. But not the best for 3 and 5 year olds IMHO. I wonder if we could find something in California that had surfing and an absolutley amazing mansion/castle _on the beach_, was warm (!) [so must be SoCal], and also had children's museums, amusement parks, water parks, etc. (It can't be Florida b/c that's where we live now.)
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 12 Aug 2006 16:51 PDT Okay, this is good (terrible for you re: Grand Canyon, of course), but good as in your clarifications help me know what to look at and what to avoid (like FL). California has some places--I can keep looking there. And islands, eh? Feel free to tell me more about this group. I'm guessing "she" is your mother? And you have children, right? Being a parent myself, I can especially see why you'd want a place that's good for everyone. Thanks for the guidance. I can see what comes up in the CA area and some other ideas, too!
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 04:40 PDT Checking in . . . Still working on this. I'd done a bunch of research on AZ, so I've been switching gears. More to come . . . :)
Clarification of Question by jude1-ga on 14 Aug 2006 05:53 PDT Hope it comes soon -- this other house that she's found needs to be reserved asap or the owner is going to use it himself for the week we need!
Request for Question Clarification by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 07:04 PDT Ack! Okay, I'm on it. I've already found several houses and am looking for more given your clarifications. I was working on Arizona and I've dropped some FL houses since you've mentioned that you live there and that that's out. I'm working on CA and islands and such. Like I said, I've already got several. I'm working on adding several more. FYI, AZ (specifically, the Grand Canyon) at that time of the year is tricky. The northern rim is cold (more than jacket weather) and many times access is closed because of snow! And as for areas around the southern rim, I haven't seen much in the realm of "large, luxury homes." However, so you know for future reference, Sedona is a lovely, touristy area with a number of really nice vacation rentals for smaller groups. It's pretty much a day trip to the Grand Canyon from Sedona (about 2-3 hours). I have some other things you can look at while I work on your answer that might be useful to you for your vacation planning--they come from previous answers of mine having to do with vacationing. This one might interest you, given that your group is made up of children as well as adults: Travel Entertainment for Children http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=732384 Dos and Don'ts of Holiday Picture Taking http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=728038 These looks sooooo nice: Meditation Retreats http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=714745 Health, Fitness, Luxury Spas http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=318137 Other fun (smaller scale) things to do, perhaps in the summertime: Working Farm Bed and Breakfasts http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=267655 NYC Resources and Guides (in case you ever decide to visit the Big Apple) http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=290753 In case you decide to ever spend time in the cold, some of these places look great! Christmas in New Hampshire http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=274067 Okay, onward with my research . . . Sincerely, Boquinha-ga

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Subject: Re: For Boquinha-ga please: Luxury family vacation
Answered By: boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 09:15 PDT

Hello again jude1-ga! LOL! I just hung up with an agent who has apparently talked with your mother! You?re now known as ?the family in Florida!? That?s hilarious. I?m in the process of contacting several luxury locations via both phone and email. I?ve spent hours working with several people and agents on locating some good properties for you! In the meantime, I?m posting what I?ve got so far and I can continue to post additional information as I continue my research. I don?t usually post an answer while still researching unless time is of the essence, as it is in this case. So, there is more coming!! Happy browsing! A note (and so you know for future reference)?I?m finding some rental agencies that have VERY luxurious homes. One of them has mentioned that many of their rentals have a 2-week minimum rental and that the ones with 1-week minimum are already rented. So, in case you?d ever like to do a 2-week holiday, there are places that accommodate that and don?t book as quickly, so you likely have more choice as well. Okay, with that said, here are more options for you. Please continue to communicate with me with clarifications as needed?those are very helpful! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO This is a villa with 12 bedrooms and 10 bedrooms. It rents for $2250 per night during holiday season, well within your budget. ?The Villa is tucked away in the hillside among lush surroundings, yet only minutes away from Restaurant Row and nearby beaches. The pool also has an attached baby pool for the little ones, making this the perfect family vacation rental. The bedrooms were designed so that every bedroom, while fully private, has an open-air panoramic view of the Bay of Banderas. The living area is open and spacious, lending itself nicely for entertainment as well as family-style gatherings. The kitchen is all marble, fully-equipped with Nordic air refrigerator-freezers, three ovens, six burners, stainless steel grills, and even an outside marble barbecue. The Villa comes complete with houseman, daily maid service, fresh linens daily, laundry, large basketball court, 15 car parking (good for reunions and family functions of all kinds), and a cook on the premises, available upon request. We welcome you to enjoy the lush surroundings, the fabulous views, and the indoor/outdoor living of Villa Las Palmeras with your friends and family.? http://www.vrbo.com/3985 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DOMINICAN REPUBLIC La Perla Negra is a vacation villa that has 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. It is available during the holiday season for about $17,000 per week. They also have a cook, onsite translators, and a shopping service available for additional fees, if this is something that you would like to use. http://www.villalaperlanegra.com/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CALIFORNIA I know it?s important to you to find places in California, so I?m listing the one I have so far. I am waiting to hear back about others as well. This one doesn?t quite have 10 bedrooms, but it is so close that it is worth listing since it is available and it is near a plethora of kid-friendly attractions. This property has 9 bedrooms, but can accommodate 25 people. It is very close to Newport Beach and is not far from many Los Angeles area attractions. It rents for around $10,000 during the holiday season and I am told that it is available this year. http://www.vacationrentals.com/vacation-rentals/10018.html - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - JAMAICA, CARRIBEAN Both of the properties I found in Jamaica so far would qualify as ?for your consideration? as they are private villas with multiple homes. They are private, however, and have many common areas for recreation and entertainment. This property has 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms and rents for $32,000 per week during the ?high season.? It comes with a full staff, including chef and housekeeping services. It is currently available for the holiday season you are requesting. http://www.villasoftheworld.com/listing.ihtml?ocref=4894&discount=no&srch_gid=1&srch_cid=&srch_rid=&Bedrooms=10&Bathrooms=0&sleeps=&rating=&airconditioned=&pool=&tenniscourt=&coastal=&staff=&maxbudget=&FromDateMonth=&FromDateDay=&FromDateYear=&ToDateMonth=&ToDateDay=&ToDateYear=&pricelow=0&pricehigh=50000&villaname=&villaname2=&villaname3=&maxbudget=&srchtype=vva&query=vva&FromPage=:FromPage&Retur nPage=Search&christmas=yes&sale= I tested the link above and it worked, but if for some reason it doesn?t, go to http://www.villasoftheworld.com/ and enter 4894 into the OCREF# Search box on the left. Here is another villa in Jamaica, available during the holiday season. It has 17 bedrooms and 18 bathrooms. It rents for $30,000 for the week. It also comes with a full staff and many amenities. http://www.villasoftheworld.com/listing.ihtml?ocref=4049&discount=no&srch_gid=1&srch_cid=&srch_rid=&Bedrooms=10&Bathrooms=0&sleeps=&rating=&airconditioned=&pool=&tenniscourt=&coastal=&staff=&maxbudget=&FromDateMonth=&FromDateDay=&FromDateYear=&ToDateMonth=&ToDateDay=&ToDateYear=&pricelow=0&pricehigh=50000&villaname=&villaname2=&villaname3=&maxbudget=&srchtype=vva&query=vva&FromPage=:FromPage&Retur nPage=Search&christmas=yes&sale= Again, I tested the link above and it worked, but if for some reason it doesn?t, go to http://www.villasoftheworld.com/ and enter 4049 into the OCREF# Search box on the left. Here is a Tripadvisor.com page on activities in Jamaica. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g147309-Activities-Jamaica.html This page offers information on ?family attractions? in Jamaica. http://www.hotelfun4kids.com/familyattractions/international/jamaica.htm - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Caribbean Way specializes in luxury rental properties in the Caribbean. They also handle some properties in Hawaii. They had a number of great villas that were booked during the holiday season. Most book for 2 weeks at the holidays, but there are a few exceptions. This may be a site to remember for future vacations. http://www.CaribbeanWay.com Villas of Distinction handles luxury vacation rentals worldwide. In speaking with an agent there, she said that all of their properties have a 2-week minimum rental period around the holidays. They have a number of large properties you may want to consider should you do a similar vacation in the future. http://www.villasofdistinction.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Again, this is what I?ve got so far. I?m continuing to research more locations for you and can keep you posted on what I find. I really, really hope these help. These properties do appear to be filling fast! This is becoming quite challenging (as I?m sure you can tell), but I?m hopeful we can find something great for you! Sincerely, Boquinha-ga Search terms: ?10..20 bedroom? ?vacation rental? large luxury vacation rental ?10..20 bedroom? ?vacation rental? [island OR beach] ?10..20 bedroom? ?vacation rental? California Jamaica attractions children
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 09:25 PDT Here is another rental I found! Posting them as I get them! This property is just above your budget (about $51,000), but as of this weekend is still available for the holidays. It has 10 bedrooms and 11.5 bathrooms, and has a full staff including chef and housekeeping. Oahu has plenty of activities for people of all ages, so I know this would definitely fit in that way. http://www.hawaiianbeachrentals.com/Hawaii/Oahu/Kailua/OahuLani.htm Hope this helps! Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 09:46 PDT FYI, when doing my original research for this question, I found a few places that fit everything you were looking for (at the time), but since it's been narrowed down to beach only, I've not posted those. Please let me know if you change your mind or are still interested in those other options (one is in Palm Springs, for example) and I can still post them for you. Thank you! Still searching . . . Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Request for Answer Clarification by jude1-ga on 14 Aug 2006 12:10 PDT Well, she seems to be really leaning towards the ocean much to my dismay. There are two surfers in the family. But the thing that really gets her is the house/villa/castle itself. The one she found it gorgeous.
Request for Answer Clarification by jude1-ga on 14 Aug 2006 12:17 PDT Here's the info on the place she likes: I talked the the owner of Margarita Island Rancho 5500. He just had a group from NY , they were 22 and left yesterday very happy. He usually stays at the villa during the Holidays but since it is still early he would consider staying only for the Christmas week and allow you to have it from December 27th for one week. But he has advised he needs to make alternative plans right away, so if we do not confirm as soon as possible he will not change his plans and further utilize this amazing property for his family, for the entire 2 week period. On the wonderful island of Margarita in Venezuela we have this option for you to consider: 6 suites and 5 double bedrooms. A great staff...I could send you menus..with local cuisine... However there is no access to the beach but a minivan with driver is available to take them wherever they want. The owner is a very famous photographer, Italian. Has had celebrities staying there. This Ranch has 11 rooms, it's the biggest in Ranchos de Chana, which is the most exclusive part of the island. In fact, nobody can have access to the premises without authorization. Margarita Island Rancho 5500 Isla Margarita (Margarita Island) Venezuela is a mountainous tropical Caribbean island paradise located off the north shore of Venezuela. Margarita is blessed with an average of over 320 days a year of sun, beautiful tropical beaches lined with palm trees like Playa el Agua or Playa Parguito and a temperature that is never too hot or too cold. ISLANDS MAGAZINE says: "Venezuela's Isla de Margarita has plenty of beauty and beaches - and just a bit of an edge. Discover the Caribbean isle that moves to a South American beat." (Jan/Feb. 2003) Frommer's Guide rates: The Top 10 Up and Coming Destinations For 2006 Around Playa El Agua there are a number of the beach restaurant / bars that have music & dancing at night. If you want to venture out to Porlamar, you can find CASINOS, DISCOS, MOVIE THEATRES and many additional RESTAURANTS & CLUBS. There is a super new water park near Playa Parguito / Playa El Agua called Parque El Agua full of toboggan rides and other water related activities. Cost ranges under $10 per day with small children at half price. Diverland is located just outside Porlamar and has various rides including a Ferris wheel and roller coaster. They also have dolphins and seals. There are also numerous tours available to Los Roques National Marine Park, Canaima (Angel Falls), Los Frailes (Islands off the north shore of the Island), jungle tours, round the island tours and many others. You can also spend the day with scuba diving, PADI dive courses or snorkeling, horseback riding, deep sea fishing, Bareboat Sailing, sailboat rentals, sailing courses, flotillas, wind surfing, catamaran drinking tours, hiking, bird watching, etc., etc. Attached please find some additional photos:
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 13:16 PDT Oh wow! Okay, so South America, etc. is still in play. Good to know. That place does sound nice! (Too bad about the beach for you, though). I've got a few others I'm about to post. I've been focusing on North America and Caribbean. How far out would you like me to expand? Thanks for the clarification. I'm still researching. I've just found a bunch of island villas through which I'm combing. Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 14:04 PDT Okay, I have calls out to a few other places that are checking and getting back to me. It?s getting tougher. I think we?re exhausting most possibilities. One guy I talked to on the phone doesn?t believe there ARE any more places (of course he may be biased because he likely prefers that his own service be used). I have someone checking on some Hawaiian possibilities, too. In the meantime, here is another place you may want to consider in the future. It is one of the ones that I found before your clarification about beach-only properties. I found this one in Palm Springs if you feel like doing some day trips into the beach. It has 10 bedrooms in addition to a media room, large dining room, and other common areas. http://www.findrentals.com/14908.html I found a couple of great ones in Florida, but now that I know that Florida is out and that you are from there, those are obviously out. If you want to use your entire budget on one night (or REALLY splurge) here is a private island in the Bahamas. With 12 bedrooms and a 30-person staff, the $44,500 per night price tag is practically a bargain! LOL! http://www.goin2travel.com./caribbean-island-rental.htm Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Request for Answer Clarification by jude1-ga on 14 Aug 2006 14:39 PDT Well, it's not that I'm anti-beach per se (although we all live on the beach so I'm not really understanding everyone's insistence on it, but that's another story), it's just that I would like a lot for very small kids to do besides swimming/beach. (The 5 year old can swim. The 3.5 year old can only swim to the side of a pool, he doesn't know how to surface to get air. And the one year old can't swim yet.) I'd really like some non-water activites for the non-swimmers. (That's why I was thinking California b/c of the possibility of children's museums, theme parks, etc.) How far to expand? Hmmm. Well, I'm thinking as far as a coast-to-coast trip (USA) just to get an idea of distance.
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 15:20 PDT By the way (shhh, don't tell your mom), I agree with your beach reasoning completely. I love the beach, too, but I can see why you're looking for something different. Although there's nothing quite like clear blue and green waters! But still, I can see why you're seeking something like California. The closest I've come on a CA location is the one I've posted. And there is a TON to do around there. I can keep you posted as I hear back from a couple of other luxury rental agencies.
Request for Answer Clarification by jude1-ga on 14 Aug 2006 19:59 PDT Please hurry! She really wants to reserve this property unless you find something better (and I'm counting on you! LOL!)
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 14 Aug 2006 22:57 PDT Does that mean that not any of these suggestions are cutting it? I'm posting everything I find and it's pretty much down to a couple of Hawaii locations on which we're waiting to hear! Maybe you can talk her out of the Venezuela place due to political instability in the region?? I can keep you posted on what I find and if you have any other location suggestions, I'm happy to research them--I've exhausted the continental U.S., Caribbean, Mexico, Dominican Republic, and so forth. Florida's out. Non-beach is out. Palm Springs is out. I'm running out of options/areas. Hopefully the Hawaii locations are good with lots for the kids to do. Maybe you could skip the luxury villa and rent out Disney Land for your family? LOL! Keeping you posted as I hear, but really I've posted everything I've found. Something to consider, in all seriousness, is that some luxury villas that are still available are only available for 2-week rentals. If you like one of them enough, you could rent it for 2 weeks and only use it for the one (if your heart is set on one of those locations). It's a thought anyway. I can post more as I hear back! I really do hope that what I'm posting is helpful--this has taken HOURS to put together!! I really, really hope that I'm helping you out here. Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Request for Answer Clarification by jude1-ga on 15 Aug 2006 10:29 PDT It's the quality of the property that's lacking is all. Is there a way to post pictures here? I have them but I don't have a link. I'm trying photobucket, we'll see if it works. If it does, then you'll see what I'm talking about. As far as Hawaii, it's too far (max is coast-to-coast distance USA milage wise as I mentioned earlier). http://s102.photobucket.com/albums/m102/judekuipers/?action=view&current=islamargarita8.jpg&slideshow=true&interval=3
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 11:57 PDT Yes, that is a lovely property. I believe that the villas that I've posted in Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, for example, are on par with that one. I've looked at the pictures again and they are quite luxurious. The many, many properties I've listed on your first question--same thing. Okay, so Hawaii's out. Also, I thought you wanted North America and Caribbean only, but since your mom has found a place in Venezuela, I've branched out accordingly. I'm not sure what to tell you at this point. I've called all the same places your mother has. I even talked to a man who knew the "Family in Florida" -- he guessed it from the parameters discussed! So, I am using agencies that provide the caliber of home you seek. Every agency that I've contacted has agreed that most places, by this time of year, have been booked. Some of the luxurious villas and castles that are still available are available for 2 weeks and not less than 2 weeks. As I've posted before, there are at least 2 agencies that still have a number of properties available, but only for 2-week rentals. If you would like me to post specific properties that meet your parameters and budget increase from among those properties, I can do that for you. This means you rent it for 2 weeks, but use it for 1. Would you like me to do that? Beyond that, there is really nothing left. We've exhausted all possibilities. The agencies I've mentioned are here (I'm posting them again): Caribbean Way specializes in luxury rental properties in the Caribbean. They had a number of great villas that were booked during the holiday season. Most book for 2 weeks at the holidays, but there are a few exceptions. This may be a site to remember for future vacations. http://www.CaribbeanWay.com Villas of Distinction handles luxury vacation rentals worldwide. In speaking with an agent there, she said that all of their properties have a 2-week minimum rental period around the holidays. They have a number of large properties you may want to consider should you do a similar vacation in the future. http://www.villasofdistinction.com So, I think we're down to either going along with your mom's Venezuelan location, choosing one of the over 30 that I've provided to you from among both answers, or choosing a property with a 2-week rental. How would you like to proceed? Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 12:10 PDT I'm currently researching more places in South America, just so you know. Again, posting as I find places . . .
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 12:48 PDT Okay, I have another agent who's looking in all of their properties, including such areas as the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico. He's getting back with me ASAP. I can keep you posted.
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 13:32 PDT I just heard back from the agent I mentioned, and he has only one property available at the holidays, and it has a minimum stay of 14 days. It has 8 bedrooms, but will easily accommodate a party of 20 or more. It also carries a hefty price tag that is way over your budget: $80,000 per week!!! http://www.caribbeanway.com/villa-page/ind/106317.asp He has one more request out to a villa owner, and after that he?s out of properties to look into that aren?t booked this holiday season. I can keep you posted. Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 13:49 PDT I just heard back from the agent and he has a property available over the holidays! Here is what he sent to me. ?I have a second option that is within your price range. The villa is also in Anguilla which is a beautiful island off the coast of St Martin only a short ferry ride away. Most guests fly into St Martin and take the ferry across but there is the option of an island hopper that can land on the island of Anguilla. The min number of nights over the holidays is 14 nights. The villa currently has the rates of $3250.00 USD per night including tax. The villa normally can accommodate up to 16 people. They said they can for sure accommodate up to 18 people and maybe more. If you are serious about this villa and the opportunity and for sure have the 20 people I will approach the owner directly. So $3250.00 USD per night x 14 nights $49,280.00 USD for 14 nights including tax. Right at the budget. This is as good as we are going to find that is still available. I would not wait very long as the villa will go fast being one of the only large villas still available.? http://www.caribbeanway.com/villa-page/ind/105635.asp It looks like if you want to do the ?rent for 2 weeks, use it for 1? option this could work for you! Here are links to some attractions pages for Anguilla and also for St. Martin, which is a ferry ride away. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g147238-Activities-Anguilla.html http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g147346-Activities-St_Maarten_St_Martin.html http://www.sxm-activities.com/attractions.html I?ll keep you posted on anything else that turns up. Sincerely, Boquinha-ga
Clarification of Answer by boquinha-ga on 15 Aug 2006 15:03 PDT And here's more information on great children's activities, too! http://www.odrc.com/recreat/childact.htm http://www.caribbeanedge.com/activities/kids_activities/

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