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About Susie Rano
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I've lived in St.Thomas for nearly 20 years. I can answer tourist-related questions regarding this island and may be able to help with questions regarding St.John too.

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lived on St.Thomas for almost 20 years

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lived on St.Thomas for nearly 20 years

   

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Passports6/22/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Will I need to get a passport to Visit the U. S. Virgin Islands and then return to Minnesota?
  A: Since the USVI is a territory of the United States, I don't believe you need a passport when ...
Weather in October6/22/2009Susie Rano
  Q: My fiance and I are getting married on Oct. 2 09 and would like to plan a honeymoon to St. Thomas ...
  A: Yes, hurricane season starts June 8th and officially ends on Thanksgiving Day. We get MANY people ...
Living in USVI as Fulltime Employee6/20/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I'm considering fulltime professional employment in USVI with an engineering company, but I know ...
  A: is WONDERFUL! It also sounds like a promising one, too. The best advice I can give you and your ...
NURSING SCHOOL AT UVI6/12/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am moving to st thomas for nursing school within the next few months and have a few questions: ...
  A: *Transportation- Naturally cars & motorcycles are more expensive here than the states since they ...
grocery shopping6/3/2009Susie Rano
  Q: We will be traveling to St. Thomas in August for our daughter's wedding on Megan's Bay. We are ...
  A: Although Peterborg is the Northside of the island, it would be well worth it for you to travel the ...
Long Term Rentals : Pet Laws & Regs6/3/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Susie, I am relocating St. Thomas (possibly St. Croix) in September of this year. I am trying to ...
  A: " Do you mean a realtor that helps you find a long term lease apartment? For your pets, you should ...
honeymoon6/3/2009Susie Rano
  Q: what is a good resort to stay in and location
  A: Which island- St.Thomas or St.John? What is your budget? Do you want to be on the ocean or not?, ...
Living in St. Thomas; St. John6/2/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am a 51 year-old female looking to move to St. Thomas or St. John. I would maybe like to open a ...
  A: Of course you would be able to bring your pet. I believe you need to have him checked out by your ...
relocation to Virgin Islands from USA5/17/2009Susie Rano
  Q: My family and I are planning to relocate to the Virgin Islands. What is the availability of 2 to 3 ...
  A: It will probably be difficult for you to find a 2-3 bedroom house for that price range. Actually, ...
Best place to stay, best beach5/16/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am looking at the US Virgin Islands for a possible vacation spot. We usually do all inclusive, and ...
  A: There are many great restaurants here that serve fresh local seafood. Some of the best would be the ...
St. Thomas Grocery Stores5/14/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Can you please give me a list of grocery stores on St. Thomas that carry gluten free foods?
  A: The Natural Food Deli in LongBay as well as Crown Bay, have such products. Also Plaza Extra in Tutu ...
My cats5/2/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I have two beautiful Black mix cats and I am moving back to Utah. Unfortunately I am unable to take ...
  A: Can't you take them back to Utah with you? The only thing I can suggest is to either put them up ...
Fishing equipment and info4/29/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I'm leaving saturday for maho bay on St. John for a couple months. I love to fish but won't be able ...
  A: Thomas that you would be able to buy inexpensive fishing gear, would be at KMart. You would need to ...
Saint Thomas4/28/2009Susie Rano
  Q: - we are three men about to travel to St Thomas on May 3rd. Your previous answers were excellent - ...
  A: I'm sorry, I don't go to bars so I can't answer any questions regarding them. For snorkeling I ...
Cost of Case of Beer4/25/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I amn trying to convince my husband that St Johns is no more expense than Abacos so here's my 3 ...
  A: By "Abacos" I'm guessing you mean the Bahamas? I was there a very long time ago and thought it was ...
ATV on St Croix usvi4/22/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Does anyone know if there is an ATV rental place or tour company on St Croix USVI? i am coming down ...
  A: I'm on St.Thomas so I don't really know if there are any ATV rental places in St. Croix. You may ...
Moving to USVI, a little help?4/10/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I'm seriously thinking about relocating from the states to USVI, probably St. Thomas. I'm 23 a y/o ...
  A: you could probably check with the local places that hire bands/musicians to see if they might be ...
relocating3/8/2009Susie Rano
  Q: is it more cost effective to ship by cargo or container to the v.i. or by truck to florida, and then ...
  A: The largest shipping company here is Tropical. You can check them out at www.tropical.com. Since ...
Grocery Stores3/5/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Also, any department stores near Red Hook (Kmart?) as well be looking for a cooler to use in our ...
  A: There are 2 grocery stores in the Red Hook East End area. The larger one is Food Center. There is ...
Can I bring my dogs with me to St. Thomas2/28/2009Susie Rano
  Q: My boyfriend and I are planning an extended stay in St. Thomas (a month or more). We've also ...
  A: For your three furry baby boys, I believe you need to have them get a check-up by your local vet. ...
relocating to ST Thomas2/23/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am thinking of moving back to ST Thomas VI. I am having trouble finding jobs i like. I am wanted ...
  A: Since you want to relocate back to St.Thomas, I highly suggest you check out the website ...
relocateing to st john2/21/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I have looked every which way for long term rentals in st johns. Can you advise who to contact or ...
  A: (On the East End), the ferry ride is $5.00 each way. It leaves every hour on the hour, and the ride ...
Moving to St Thomas2/19/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am very interested in moving to STT but understand it is nearly impossible to secure a job unless ...
  A: I do not want to discourage you but please realize that due to the current economy, I think it is ...
NA beer2/19/2009Susie Rano
  Q: We have rented a yacht from CYOA, arriving this Saturday, February 21, and plan on shopping for ...
  A: I called up Pueblo, (which is now known as World Fresh Market), and was assured that they DO sell NA ...
relocateing to st john2/19/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I have looked every which way for long term rentals in st johns. Can you advise who to contact or ...
  A: I can only suggest that you try www.vimovingcenter.com for help with St.John rentals. They have a ...
Snorkeling conditions2/18/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Good evening! We are traveling in April to your beautiful island with our two young children. Are ...
  A: South here. However weather and sea conditions vary daily so check that the surf is of normal ...
credit records #31/27/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Greetings: As an ex USVI resident, I am considering moving back. I have credit problems on the ...
  A: You certainly have NOT been a burden at all, Bill. With the economy being as it currently is, many ...
credit records1/26/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Greetings: As an ex USVI resident, I am considering moving back. I have credit problems on the ...
  A: I'm not sure I understand exactly what you need to know. If you owe money in the mainland, you will ...
so many choises for excursions please help1/23/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Wow St. Thomas has so much to offer I am overwhelmed trying to pick an excursion for our 1st ever ...
  A: This time of year there are usually several cruise ships in at any given day. For this reason, the ...
Psychiatric nursing1/21/2009Susie Rano
  Q: Whhat hospial in ST Thomas has a in pt psychiatric unit and what is it like, is it on the bus line. ...
  A: Thomas is the Schneider Regional Medical Center. You can contact them at #340-776-8311. Their ...
Pet transportation from San Juan to St Thomas1/20/2009Susie Rano
  Q: I am moving to St Thomas VI soon. I have been trying to find transportation from San Juan to St ...
  A: Seaborne #340-773-6442. Or you can try the ferry service which goes between St.Thomas and Fajardo- ...
Jobs1/15/2009Susie Rano
  Q: How do I find a Job in the refinery business.
  A: Croix. The only # I can think to start you out would be the St.Croix Dept. of Tourism- 340-773-0495 ...
Milk1/14/2009Susie Rano
  Q: We have visited the islands and bought milk off of the shelf and would like to know how the milk is ...
  A: Milk coming from St.Thomas Dairies is simply "Powdered milk" processed. All other milk is brought ...
Do you know any reliable pet sitter(s)?1/12/2009Susie Rano
  Q: T for 25 yrs, and I got a puppy last yr., who came with me and loved Hull Bay, kayaking etc. We had ...
  A: I hope you get this email before you go. I'm sorry, I can't email you direct since I don't know ...
Do you know any reliable pet sitter(s)?12/31/2008Susie Rano
  Q: T for 25 yrs, and I got a puppy last yr., who came with me and loved Hull Bay, kayaking etc. We had ...
  A: Hey Judy- Just wondered how you made out with Paul's Pampered Pooches. Was it the same guy you had ...
Do you know any reliable pet sitter(s)?12/30/2008Susie Rano
  Q: T for 25 yrs, and I got a puppy last yr., who came with me and loved Hull Bay, kayaking etc. We had ...
  A: It's "Paul's Pampered Pooches" and the # is 340-344-3399. I'm an animal owner too so I understand ...
Pet traveling with us to St Thomas USVI12/10/2008Susie Rano
  Q: Our 4 pound maltese will be traveling with us to St Thomas between Christmas and New Years we are ...
  A: That's Perfect! There is a beach bar/restaurant there called Hullbay Hideaway- VERY island casual. ...
Freelance work12/9/2008Susie Rano
  Q: We are renewable energy specialists, planning on sailing to St Thomas and doing freelance work ...
  A: Hey- I TRULY hate to burst your bubble- but the market seems to becoming rather saturated in this ...
Terrain in St. John12/8/2008Susie Rano
  Q: I will be visiting St. John in Feb. and am trying to figure out if I should buy groceries in St. ...
  A: I don't even know if they rent all terrain vehicles here; can't say I've seen one around the island. ...
Pet traveling with us to St Thomas USVI12/8/2008Susie Rano
  Q: Our 4 pound maltese will be traveling with us to St Thomas between Christmas and New Years we are ...
  A: Laura- As far as I know, there are only two beaches on St.Thomas that you would be able to bring ...

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