As if you need more spectacular ocean-front views, great weather and tons of activities to convince you to visit Gentle Winds, now there are 2,600 more good reasons! The V.I. Tourism Department just announced that American Airlines will increase nonstop jet service from Miami to St. Croix starting in June 2011. That means American Airlines two, new, daily nonstop Boeing 737 flights will increase air capacity by 2,600 seats each week!
Need just one more reason to visit? How about a walk on one of the “world’s most beautiful beaches” according to National Geographic for reason 2,601? Buck Island remains on the popular magazine’s list of beautiful beaches and places to scuba dive. And, this spring, the National Park Service will begin improvements to the area including erosion control along the hiking trail and construction on a new pier. This national monument will become even more inviting… just in time to see the new visitors arriving on additional flights out of Miami to St. Croix. With its year-round fair weather, tranquil ocean breezes, and beautiful natural surroundings, Gentle Winds on the island of St. Croix has never been a hotter spot to bring the family or plan a romantic getaway. With additional flights, and improved surroundings, there has never been a better time to experience St. Croix.
Finally, reason 2,602 to visit: OUR GREAT GENTLE WINDS SPECIAL! Book your spot in one of those new airline seats, and find out all the island has to offer! And, for a short time, enjoy 27% SAVINGS* on your stay at GENTLE WINDS! Hurry! This offer won’t last… and neither will those airline seats! Book your vacation TODAY!
*Offer valid for reservations booked for stays between 5/1/11 and 11/30/11 (excluding Thanksgiving) and subject to availability. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Minimum of a 7 night stay required to receive savings. A $50 Beach Shack Food and Drink Gift Certificate also included in your package. This offer must be mentioned at the time of reservation and is not redeemable for cash value or to be applied on previous reservations. To learn more, please contact Patrick O’Neill at 800-334-1561.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Thinking about escaping to St. Croix?
Have you considered taking advantage of our amazing offer to visit Gentle Winds condos this summer for 27% OFF?*
If you’ve visited Gentle Winds, you already know what it has to offer. It's better than ever now with the NEWLY renovated great room area.
You're invited to “preview” our luxury beachfront condos by visiting www.gentlewinds.com where you will find photos, videos, and our reservation calendar.
Don’t wait much longer! Reservations are going quickly. With savings this good, there has never been a better time to experience the island of St. Croix!
Catch you on the beach,
Patrick O'Neill
P.S. Want to find the best airfare rates for your St. Croix vacation or for your next business trip? Check out kayak.com today!
P.P.S. St. Croix was recently featured in NY Mag! Check it out: Escape Island Glitz in St. Croix
*Offer valid for reservations booked for stays between 5/1/11 and
11/30/11 (excluding Thanksgiving) and subject to availability.
Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Minimum of
a 7 night stay required to receive savings. A $50 Beach Shack Food and
Drink Gift Certificate also included in your package. This offer must
be mentioned at the time of reservation and is not redeemable for cash
value or to be applied on previous reservations. To learn more, please
contact Patrick O'Neill at 800-334-1561.
If you’ve visited Gentle Winds, you already know what it has to offer. It's better than ever now with the NEWLY renovated great room area.
You're invited to “preview” our luxury beachfront condos by visiting www.gentlewinds.com where you will find photos, videos, and our reservation calendar.
Don’t wait much longer! Reservations are going quickly. With savings this good, there has never been a better time to experience the island of St. Croix!
Catch you on the beach,
Patrick O'Neill
P.S. Want to find the best airfare rates for your St. Croix vacation or for your next business trip? Check out kayak.com today!
P.P.S. St. Croix was recently featured in NY Mag! Check it out: Escape Island Glitz in St. Croix
*Offer valid for reservations booked for stays between 5/1/11 and
11/30/11 (excluding Thanksgiving) and subject to availability.
Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Minimum of
a 7 night stay required to receive savings. A $50 Beach Shack Food and
Drink Gift Certificate also included in your package. This offer must
be mentioned at the time of reservation and is not redeemable for cash
value or to be applied on previous reservations. To learn more, please
contact Patrick O'Neill at 800-334-1561.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Hey, Mon!
(That’s Cruzan for ‘hello’, of course!)
It’s been sometime since I last wrote you, but I couldn’t let the opportunity slip by to let you know about our latest special at Gentle Winds in The U.S. Virgin Islands!
Right now, we’ve got a RED HOT DEAL you won’t want to miss:
Book your 7 night stay with us at www.gentlewinds.com between May 1, 2011 and November 30, 2011* and receive 27% off on our Three Bedroom Three Bath Unit C-6.
Experience all St. Croix has to offer: the peaceful and serene nature
preserves with lush foliage, the tranquil private pool and beachfront
at Gentle Winds, as well as fine dining, nightlife, entertainment and
MORE on the island.
There’s never been a better time to book your Caribbean getaway
at www.gentlewinds.com, but, HURRY! This offer is limited, and
dates won't last!
BONUS: Reserve by March 1, 2011 and we’ll even throw in a $50 gift
certificate to the Beach Shack! Enjoy the best burgers on the island
right outside your luxury condo accommodations when you stay at
Gentle Winds!
*Offer valid for reservations booked for stays between 5/1/11 and
11/30/11 (excluding Thanksgiving) and subject to availability in Unit
C-6. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.
Minimum of a 7 night stay required to receive savings. A $50 Beach
Shack Food and Drink Gift Certificate also included in your package.
This offer must be mentioned at the time of reservation and is not
redeemable for cash value or to be applied on previous reservations.
To learn more, please contact Patrick O'Neill at 800-334-1561. Ask
about our special on our 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit C-1.
(That’s Cruzan for ‘hello’, of course!)
It’s been sometime since I last wrote you, but I couldn’t let the opportunity slip by to let you know about our latest special at Gentle Winds in The U.S. Virgin Islands!
Right now, we’ve got a RED HOT DEAL you won’t want to miss:
Book your 7 night stay with us at www.gentlewinds.com between May 1, 2011 and November 30, 2011* and receive 27% off on our Three Bedroom Three Bath Unit C-6.
Experience all St. Croix has to offer: the peaceful and serene nature
preserves with lush foliage, the tranquil private pool and beachfront
at Gentle Winds, as well as fine dining, nightlife, entertainment and
MORE on the island.
There’s never been a better time to book your Caribbean getaway
at www.gentlewinds.com, but, HURRY! This offer is limited, and
dates won't last!
BONUS: Reserve by March 1, 2011 and we’ll even throw in a $50 gift
certificate to the Beach Shack! Enjoy the best burgers on the island
right outside your luxury condo accommodations when you stay at
Gentle Winds!
*Offer valid for reservations booked for stays between 5/1/11 and
11/30/11 (excluding Thanksgiving) and subject to availability in Unit
C-6. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.
Minimum of a 7 night stay required to receive savings. A $50 Beach
Shack Food and Drink Gift Certificate also included in your package.
This offer must be mentioned at the time of reservation and is not
redeemable for cash value or to be applied on previous reservations.
To learn more, please contact Patrick O'Neill at 800-334-1561. Ask
about our special on our 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit C-1.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
A Getaway Gift
It’s getting close to holiday and gift-giving season. Have you even thought of giving the gift of a getaway? Perhaps you should!
Imagine your husband, wife, or family’s surprise when they unwrap the gift of a Gentle Winds Vacation! Just picture the joy on your loved ones faces when you tell them they’re going to enjoy a beautiful beachfront condo located in tropical St. Croix!
What could be more exciting than delivering the gift of a vacation to you family this holiday season? Not only will you provide them with a wonderful, memorable gift, you’ll be giving them something that matters even more: the gift of time spent together.
Dates are still available in 2011 for both of our beautiful condos. To book your trip, or plan a special holiday gift, simply visit www.gentlewinds.com.
Imagine your husband, wife, or family’s surprise when they unwrap the gift of a Gentle Winds Vacation! Just picture the joy on your loved ones faces when you tell them they’re going to enjoy a beautiful beachfront condo located in tropical St. Croix!
What could be more exciting than delivering the gift of a vacation to you family this holiday season? Not only will you provide them with a wonderful, memorable gift, you’ll be giving them something that matters even more: the gift of time spent together.
Dates are still available in 2011 for both of our beautiful condos. To book your trip, or plan a special holiday gift, simply visit www.gentlewinds.com.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Thinking Vacation? Think St. Croix!
I know that it is hard to pick a vacation destination. With so many beautiful spots in the world to visit, it can be hard to know which is right for you and your family.
I can’t stress enough how beautiful and enjoyable all of our trips to St. Croix have been though. And… it’s not just me who feels that way!
Anne, one of our valued Gentle Winds guests, writes to us after her stay on the island:
“It was a trip of a lifetime... St. Croix is stunningly beautiful! We had a blast exploring the forts (the cannons were a big hit with the boys), gazing at the ocean from Point Udall, eating at the brew pub in Christiansted, enjoying the activities at Heritage Day at the Botanical Garden, seeing the big cruise ship and the Moko Jumbie and vendors in Fredericksted, and of course swimming in the pool and ocean. By far the highlight was snorkeling at Buck Island. Matthew, our 7-year-old, and my husband Andy had a blast on their guided outing, and I went out by myself for a bit after they got back. The two little ones stayed on the boat and looked at the fish through the glass bottom and were happy as clams :-)”
That smiley face designation at the end of her paragraph says it all! It sounds like Anne and her family truly enjoyed their island exploration… and their stay at our beautiful condo! Anne went on:
“And the condo was perfect! All the kids slept well (you might remember how important that can be with little guys) and it was great to have a full kitchen so we could avoid taking all 3 kids to restaurants too much (not much fun!). The balconies were great for just hanging out to look at the ocean or the stars. So, a big thanks to you and Pam! We truly appreciate the chance we had to visit your little slice of paradise!”
If you’re planning a family vacation, why not consider the island of St. Croix? And, if you decide that’s the right destination, we hope you’ll consider staying on our Gentle Winds property, too. We’re sure you’ll experience the ‘trip of a lifetime’ just like Anne and her family.
Thanks, Anne for sharing your story with us!
P.S. Do you have a great Gentle Winds St. Croix story to share? Don’t hesitate to send it to us!
I can’t stress enough how beautiful and enjoyable all of our trips to St. Croix have been though. And… it’s not just me who feels that way!
Anne, one of our valued Gentle Winds guests, writes to us after her stay on the island:
“It was a trip of a lifetime... St. Croix is stunningly beautiful! We had a blast exploring the forts (the cannons were a big hit with the boys), gazing at the ocean from Point Udall, eating at the brew pub in Christiansted, enjoying the activities at Heritage Day at the Botanical Garden, seeing the big cruise ship and the Moko Jumbie and vendors in Fredericksted, and of course swimming in the pool and ocean. By far the highlight was snorkeling at Buck Island. Matthew, our 7-year-old, and my husband Andy had a blast on their guided outing, and I went out by myself for a bit after they got back. The two little ones stayed on the boat and looked at the fish through the glass bottom and were happy as clams :-)”
That smiley face designation at the end of her paragraph says it all! It sounds like Anne and her family truly enjoyed their island exploration… and their stay at our beautiful condo! Anne went on:
“And the condo was perfect! All the kids slept well (you might remember how important that can be with little guys) and it was great to have a full kitchen so we could avoid taking all 3 kids to restaurants too much (not much fun!). The balconies were great for just hanging out to look at the ocean or the stars. So, a big thanks to you and Pam! We truly appreciate the chance we had to visit your little slice of paradise!”
If you’re planning a family vacation, why not consider the island of St. Croix? And, if you decide that’s the right destination, we hope you’ll consider staying on our Gentle Winds property, too. We’re sure you’ll experience the ‘trip of a lifetime’ just like Anne and her family.
Thanks, Anne for sharing your story with us!
P.S. Do you have a great Gentle Winds St. Croix story to share? Don’t hesitate to send it to us!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
National Parks in St. Croix: Salt River Bay
When you think of U.S. National Parks, you may not think of St. Croix. While it may not boast hot springs, geysers or erupting volcanoes like other popular parks in the National system, the island is home to several wonderful and well-preserved National Parks.
One park in particular, Salt River Bay and Ecological Preserve, was established in 1992. Along with the beautiful climate (about 80 degrees all year long) and relatively low humidity levels, the park features a mangrove forests, tropical reefs, and canyons. In fact, the preserve is a scuba diver’s paradise. It contains diverse sea creatures and deep water coral.
There is also a visitor’s center on the park property. The visitor center is open November through June. (When the visitor center is closed, you can still visit the park and obtain visitor info online or at the Christiansted National Historic Site. )
If you’re coming to enjoy the National Park system in St. Croix, there’s no better place to stay than at O’Neill Gentle Winds. The beautiful condo grounds providing a relaxing retreat after a long day of scuba diving, snorkeling or hiking. They are also located just minutes away from the Salt River Bay.
One park in particular, Salt River Bay and Ecological Preserve, was established in 1992. Along with the beautiful climate (about 80 degrees all year long) and relatively low humidity levels, the park features a mangrove forests, tropical reefs, and canyons. In fact, the preserve is a scuba diver’s paradise. It contains diverse sea creatures and deep water coral.
There is also a visitor’s center on the park property. The visitor center is open November through June. (When the visitor center is closed, you can still visit the park and obtain visitor info online or at the Christiansted National Historic Site. )
If you’re coming to enjoy the National Park system in St. Croix, there’s no better place to stay than at O’Neill Gentle Winds. The beautiful condo grounds providing a relaxing retreat after a long day of scuba diving, snorkeling or hiking. They are also located just minutes away from the Salt River Bay.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Hurricane Earl Unlikely to Have Affect on St. Croix Travel
With so much talk and news on the forming “Hurricane Earl” and Tropical Storm “Fiona” you may be wondering if the weather will affect travel plans to St. Croix.
Per the National Weather Service, it looks as though travel plans to St. Croix will be safe. The storm, about 190 miles north/northwest of Puerto Rico should not have too much effect on the Gentle Winds area. The outlook for the island does include some showers and possible thunderstorms.
In St. Croix, Hurricane Season runs from June 1 until November 30 with the peak of season being from August until October. The last major hurricane to hit St. Croix was Hugo in 1989. Regulations have been put in place to protect everyone on the island from Hurricanes and storms. Buildings have to meet building codes, and the island is put under watch whenever a storm may threaten it.
You can learn more about hurricanes at: http://www.weather.gov/os/hurricane/index.shtml
Per the National Weather Service, it looks as though travel plans to St. Croix will be safe. The storm, about 190 miles north/northwest of Puerto Rico should not have too much effect on the Gentle Winds area. The outlook for the island does include some showers and possible thunderstorms.
In St. Croix, Hurricane Season runs from June 1 until November 30 with the peak of season being from August until October. The last major hurricane to hit St. Croix was Hugo in 1989. Regulations have been put in place to protect everyone on the island from Hurricanes and storms. Buildings have to meet building codes, and the island is put under watch whenever a storm may threaten it.
You can learn more about hurricanes at: http://www.weather.gov/os/hurricane/index.shtml
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