Bequia this Week 14 April 2017

NO. 765
April 14th -
April 20th
PRE
Fri 14th
Bequia Easter Regatta
Bank Holiday
EASTER ISSUE
BEQUIA
2017
THIS WEEK
Regatta Day 1 - Mount Gay Yacht Races, Local “Big Boat” Race, see Regatta Programme & p.4 for details
Octopus Yacht - Sail with us to beautiful Tobago Cays. Swim with turtles, snorkel colorful reefs US$ 150pp all incl. 432 5201
Friendship Rose Classic Schooner - Tobago Cays, snorkeling, exploring, US$170, kids free! VHF 16/495 0886/9
Papa’s, Ocar – Open daily Mon to Sat from 11am until…, Sunday 5pm until… see ad page 2 VHF 68/457 3443
Dawn’s Cafe, Lower Bay - Daily from 8am for breakfast & lunch. Dinner by reservation - please call 492 6508
Dream Views Restaurant@The Old Fort - Lunch & Candlelight Dinner, early reservations recommended 458 3440/432 8055
Coco‘s Place, Ocar - Daily lunch & dinner, live music by “Silk Trio” tonight! Reserve please. VHF 68/458 3463
Bequia Plantation Hotel - Come and enjoy our Good Friday Breakfast from 8am 534 9444/9333
Keegan‘s Beachside, Lower Bay - ‘Fun Friday’ 3-hour Happy Hour 5.30-8.30pm Vodka, Rum, Hairoun EC$5 458 3530
Jack's Bar@Princess Margaret Beach - Great daily specials with Sunset Special deals, 5.30-7pm VHF 68/458 3809
The Fig Tree, Belmont Walkway - Famous Fish Friday from 6.30pm, Happy Hour from 6pm, live music VHF 68/457 3008
Fernando‘s Hideaway, Lower Bay - Delicious local cuisine, open Mon - Sat for dinner by reservation only! 458 3758
Sat 15th
Bequia Easter Regatta
Sun 16th
Bequia Easter Regatta
Regatta Day 2 – Hairoun Double Ender Races, Digicel J24 & Surprise Challenges, Yacht races see p.4
Gingerbread Café – Espresso, cakes, full b'fast, lunch, daily till 6pm serving selection of wines, beer & rum punch 458 3800
Keegan‘s Beachside - Barbecue: The Cook Out with the In Crowd, Jan & Louis live from 5pm VHF 68/458 3530
Bagatelle@Bequia Beach - Fresh Lobster Buffet Dinner with Live Music, starts at 7pm. Please reserve 458 1600
Papa’s, Ocar – Saturday Night Dinner Special, music with “Papa‘s String Boys”, 7.30pm 457 3443
Sugar Reef Cafe, Crescent Beach - Saturday Date Night, romantic 3-course Dinner for EC$79, res. pl. 458 3400
The Fig Tree, Belmont Walkway - All Day Party and BBQ! Delicious local cuisine, great ambience VHF 68/457 3008
Regatta Day 3 – Hairoun S/H Around Island Yacht Race & Double Ender Races, Lay Day Activities, see p.4
Old Fort Estate - Visit the only fully restored Historic Plantation! Tickets US$12, incl. drink & use of Estate 485 8888
Maranne’s Ice Cream, Gingerbread Café - Open 10am - 5.30pm 593 7264
The Fig Tree - Creole Breakfast + Pan Music. Evening Dinner Dance with Kyron & Clear Eyes 7pm VHF 68/457 3008
Black Pearl@Gingerbread - Waterfront Dining with the theatrical J. Gool & de Real T‘ing 7-10pm VHF 68/456 9868
Frangipani - Sunset cocktail hour 5-7pm, “Bliss” on pan, fabulous cocktails, free popcorn! VHF 68/458 3255
Jack's Bar@Princess Margaret Beach - Sundowners with a view! Great Sunset Specials 4pm-7.30pm VHF 68/458 3809
De Reef, Lower Bay - “Mutiny @De Reef” 9pm until, DJs & Fadda Fox live! Adm. only EC$20, see ad p. 3 458 3958
Mon 17th
Bequia Easter Regatta
Regatta Day 4 – Mount Gay Double Ender Races & Yacht Races, Grand Prize-giving @4.30pm, see p.4
Grenadine Island Villas - For Rentals & Sales pop in and chat to the team at our new Gingerbread offices 457 3888
Bequia Plantation Hotel - Our Bar opens at 5pm for Grand Regatta Prize Giving Ceremony 534 9444/9333
Bagatelle@Bequia Beach - Caribbean Evening; Dinner + live music starts @ 7pm. Please reserve 458 1600
Keegan‘s Beachside, Lower Bay - ‘Duchy Mondays’ Caribbean one pot special weekly, EC$25. Live Music VHF 68/458 3530
Black Pearl@Gingerbread - “Burgers and Buckets” Night! Live music with Socony @ 7pm VHF 68/456 9868
Fernando‘s Hideaway, Lower Bay - Special prix-fixe 3-course dinner, lamb, red snapper, only EC$65, res. 458 3758
LINA’S
Bread & Delicatessen
“Best Coffee on the Island”
Cappuccino, Latte, Espresso & more
Banana Bread, Cakes and Croissants!
Pastries & Sandwiches - Cheeses, Wines, Yoghurts & lots more…
Monday to Saturday: 8am - 6pm • Sundays & Holidays 8am - 3pm
Bayshore Mall - next to Customs Tel: 458 3181

Tues 18th
Octopus Yacht - Sail with us to beautiful Tobago Cays. Swim with turtles, snorkel colorful reefs US$ 150pp all incl. 432 5201
Friendship Rose Classic Schooner - Tobago Cays, snorkeling, exploring, US$170, kids free! VHF 16/495 0886/9
Bequia Plantation Hotel - Open for Breakfast only, 8am - 10am 534 9444/9333
Mac’s Pizza - Enjoy Drinks & Snacks on our patio with soulful vibes of Amanda Gooding 5.30pm 458 3474
Papa’s, Ocar - Music Party with the group “Rockstone”, terrace dining, see ad below! 457 3443
Blue Tropic@Bequia Beach - Classic Italian Menu: Fresh pasta, homemade pizza & more! Open Tue-Sat, res. pl. 458 1600
Jack's Bar - Jammin’ Tuesday at Jacks! Delicious BBQ buffet - live music by Kyron & Clear Eyes @ 7pm VHF 68/458 3809
Sugar Reef Cafe - Lunch & dinner with fresh, healthy & locally inspired food & drinks on Crescent beach 458 3400
Wed 19th
Thurs 20th
SUNSET SPECIALS
Octopus Yacht - Sail with us to the exclusive island of Mustique. US$ 140pp all inclusive 432 5201
Sailing & Speedboat Charters - Private Grenadines charters from speedboats to luxury crewed yachts 457 3888/495 0886/9
Real Grenadines Investment Consultation - 38 years’ experience in the Grenadines. Call Port Elizabeth Office 485 8888
Coco‘s Place - Andy Cruickshank live for Curry Night! Choose from five curries, reserve please VHF 68/ 458 3463
Bequia Plantation Hotel - Open for dinner only, from 6pm 534 9444/9333
Bagatelle@Bequia Beach - Beach BBQ Buffet Dinner with live music @ 7 pm. Please reserve 458 1600
Keegan‘s Beachside, Lower Bay - Movie Night under the Stars: “Get Out” VHF 68/458 3530
Sugar Hill Bar & Restaurant - Lobster Night with live String Music, great food - great location VHF 68 458 3773
Friendship Rose Classic Schooner - Mustique, famous bars, lunch on board, US$140, kids free 457 3888/495 0886/9
Papa’s, Ocar - Lobster Dinner for 2 only EC$180, including bottle of house wine 457 3443
Jack's Bar - Say “I love Fried Chicken” to our staff & get Hairouns @ $5, house wine @ $12, 5.30-7pm daily VHF 68/458 3809
Tantie Pearl’s – Grilled Jerk Special - Fish or Chicken, EC$70, great harbour sunset view, early res. please! VHF 68/457 3160
Frangipani - World-famous Barbecue & Jump-up with the Elite Steel Band - res. essential! VHF 68/458 3255
All Day Breakfast By The Beach
Eggs Benedict, Pancakes, Tropical Fruit Platter,
Sizzling Sausages and Bacon and much more…
Open every day for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
Tel: 458 3530 www.keegansbequia.org
Free Keegan’s Beachside, Lower Bay
WiFi Hotel, Apartments, Cottages & Restaurant
at Jack’s Beach Bar Daily 5.30 to 7pm
Join us for a Sundowner on Princess Margaret Beach!
Monday - Margaritas @ $15
Tuesday - Jammin’ BBQ + Kyron live
Wed - Dark & Stormy @ $12
Friday - Rum Punch @ $10
Saturday - Sparrow @ $6
Thurs - Gin Tonic @ $12
Sunday - Tequila Sunrise @ $12
Book directly on www.jacksbeachbar.com
or call +1 (784) 458-3809 for reservations Open daily from 11am
Saturday:
Tuesday:
Fabulous open-air terrace
overlooking Admiralty Bay
Follow the blue streak of lightS
on our roof to find us!
Kitchen always open till 10pm!
Mon - Sat from 11am … Sun 5pm until…
Fancy a late bite to eat?
Papa's late, late kitchen is open between
10pm & midnight - special menu!
Join us at Papa's Music Nights!
Enjoy music by Papa’s String Boys
Reggae party with the group “Rockstone“
featuring Colin and Brinsley
- Dance away to Reggae fusion
Thursday: Lobster Dinner for Two - only EC$180
- includes bottle of house wine
PAPA’S DAILY DRINKS SPECIALS
Monday to Friday: 11am - 6pm - All Day Lime!
Saturdays: 11am - 6pm - Lazy Saturday Sundays: 5 - 6pm - After Beach
Rum/Vodka/Gin + mixer $8 • Rum Punch $8 • Hairoun/Stag/Carib $6
Res: 457-3443 / 455 5463 VHF CH 68 Free WiFi
Eating Out
Scenic lunch with fresh Atlantic breeze
Romantic and savory candlelight dinner
Guests say:
…“Perfect place for a romantic dinner.”
…“Fabulous restaurant property; the fresh and home-made lunches
and cocktails are gorgeous!”
…“Every aspect of interior design to complement the natural beauty
of the exterior is quite stunning.”
…“Besides the view and the setting, the staff are their biggest asset.”
…“This place is a must-go!”
Open daily for lunch & dinner
Saturdays: Date Night with special 3-course menu for EC$79
Crescent Beach, on the way to the Turtle Sanctuary
+1 784 458 3400
info@sugarreefbequia.com
mac’s pizza & Kitchen
Open daily 11am-10pm A Bequia tradition since 1978
New Bayside Bar & Patio - Wifi & charging stations
World-famous Pizza + expanded Kitchen Menu
Tapas - Smoothies - Espresso
Located on the Belmont Walkway, just past Dive Adventure
Take-away & Reservations: (784) 458-3474
Bagatelle Restaurant
Open daily for breakfast,
lunch and dinner
Theme nights with live music:
• Monday: Caribbean Buffet
• Wednesday: BBQ Buffet
• Saturday: Lobster Fest!
Res: 458 1600 / 458 3368
reservations@bequiabeach.com
Delicious fusion of
European and Caribbean cuisine
Nestled on Friendship Beach with
an amazing view of Mustique
and the Ocean
@Bequia Beach Hotel

DAY SAILS OR
OVERNIGHT TRIPS
Highly experienced Bequia Skipper
Reasonable rates - great fun day out!
Call Hervin 1 (784) 492 3098 or email:
charter@islandtimebequia.com www.islandtimebequia.com
activities
De Reef
Bar & Restaurant on the Beach
Easter Sunday, April 16th - 9pm until…
mutiny @ DE REEF, Lower Bay
Dj’s 2 Kool Chris, Energy Overload,
Chemical X and Pitbull & live performance by Fadda Fox
Lots of Giveaways
Admission EC$20
NEW IN BEQUIA
WIND AND SEA DAY TOURS
Come discover the beautiful islands of the Grenadines
on board Sunspirit, our spacious 62ft catamaran
PRIVATE DAY CHARTERS
TO THE Beautiful GRENADINES
OR fabulous MUSTIQUE!
For more details or to book
please contact Jade Sailly
cell 434 6704 or office 458 8678
Yacht Cruises
Sail with us
Tobago Cays Tuesday & Friday US$ 150 pp
Mustique Wednesday US$ 140 pp
All cruises are fully inclusive
www.octopus-caribbean.com
hello@octopus-caribbean.com
001 (784) 432 5201
Bequia Plantation Hotel
Tel: 534 9444/9333
info@bequiaplantationhotel.com
www.bequiaplantationhotel.com
www.facebook.com/bequiaplantationhotel
Bequia Plantation Hotel will be hosting 3 EPIC events
What’s on this EASTER weekend:
RUM Republic on Saturday 15th from 2-10pm
Tickets are $60.00
FAMOUS Beach on Sunday 16th from 5pm-midnight
Tickets are $70.00
A.M. Dawn on Monday 17th from 8am-2pm
All inclusive @ $275.00
Tickets available at the Plantation Hotel Front Desk
Dive Bequia
• Beginners PADI Discover Scuba courses
• Snorkeling equipment for sale and hire.
Expert advice on fitting
• Daily dive and snorkel trips
• Private PADI instruction available on request
Telephone Cathy on 458 3504 / 495 9929 or visit us next to Gingerbread
www.divebequia.com cathy@divebequia.com
Bequia Beach Hotel now offers Flights!
Reservations: 457 0948 • 458 1600 • 433 2636
flyonecaribbeansvg
Fly for Easter! Fly for Fun! Fly One Caribbean!
www.friendshiprose.com
New Office at Gingerbread
friendshiprose@mac.com
Tel: (784) 457 3888

Bequia Easter Weekend 2017
REGATTA AND ONSHORE ACTIVITIES …
The Bequia Sailing Club is responsible only for CSA Yacht Races, local Double Ender Races and related events.
All other activities are the responsibility of either the Onshore Activities Committee or individual organisers.
Times and details are subject to change and Bequia This Week is not responsible for errors or omissions
Wednesday 12th April
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Registration of Yachts, Race Headquarters, Frangipani Hotel
Thursday 13th April
11:00am - 3:30pm: Registration of Yachts, Race Headquarters, Frangipani Hotel
4:00pm: Registration of Double Enders, The Ramp, Paget Farm, followed by Double Enders Skippers Briefing
5:30pm: Mount Gay Red Cap Skippers Briefing & Party, Frangipani Hotel
7:00pm: “Thankful” inter-denominational Gospel Concert, under the Almond Tree, including dancing, drama & more
Friday 14th April
10:00am: Good Friday Swim Meet, start at Plantation Hotel Beach
10:00am: First Yacht Races - Mount Gay Red Cap Friendship Bay Race - start in Admiralty Bay, finish in Lower Bay
10:20am: First J24 & Surprise Races - Mount Gay Red Cap Admiralty-Southside Race - start in Admiralty Bay,
finish in Lower Bay
10:30am (approx): Local Double Ender Darnley Frederick & Action Bequia Challenge - start at Plantation Hotel
Beach, finish in Lower Bay
5:30pm: Bequia Sailing Club and Sponsors’ Welcome Reception Frangipani Hotel, followed by Yacht Race results
& Mount Gay Yacht Race Day Prize-giving
12:01am: Mojito Party, Park Bay, till 8:00am (Private/External Event)
Saturday 15th April
9:00am: Start of this day’s J24 & Surprise Classes three-race series - The Digicel Challenge
10:00am: Kids Coconut and Gumboat Boat Races, Hamilton Beach, for children aged 8-15 yrs, Culture Fest/Pan
10:00am: Second Yacht Race - Around Bequia Race - starts in Admiralty Bay, finish in Lower Bay
11:00am (approx): First Local Double Ender Race - Hairoun Challenge, starts Lower Bay, finish off Paget Farm
2:00pm: R.U.M Party, Plantation Hotel, till 10:00pm (Private/External Event)
5:30pm: Bequia Sailing Club and Sponsors’ Get Together at the Fig Tree followed by Yacht Race results
&Yacht Race Day including Digicel Challenge Prize-giving
10:00pm: Dock Party on Bequia Express, Main Jetty, till 2:00am (Private/External Event)
Sunday 16th April - Yacht Lay Day, Family Fun Day
10:00am: All Day Family Fun Day, Lower Bay Beach - Sandcastle Competition, Crazy Craft & more!
8:30am: Hairoun Single-Handed Around Bequia Yacht Race, starts in Admiralty Bay, finish in Lower Bay
10:00am (approx): Second Local Double-Ender Race - Hairoun Challenge, starts Friendship Bay, finish off
Hamilton Point, then down to Lower Bay
11:00am: Cruise to Isle de Quatre, till 4pm (Private/External Event)
1:00pm: O'Pen Bic and Optimist Youth Sailing Races, Plantation Hotel Beach and in Admiralty Bay
5:00pm: “Famous” Party, Plantation Hotel, till midnight (Private/External Event)
9:00pm: “Mutiny at De Reef”, Lower Bay till 2:00am, see ad page 3 (Private/External Event)
Monday 17th April - Regatta Finale and Onshore Fun Day
8:00am: All Day Fun Day under the Almond Tree - Round the Town Relay, Bouncy Castle, Greasy Pole,
Maypole Dancing, Crab Races, Kayakathon, Musical Chairs, Muscle Challenge & much more!
8:00am: A.M. Dawn Party, Plantation Hotel, till 2:00pm (Private/External Event)
9:00am: Sun-Up Cooler Breakfast Party, Industry Bay, till 2:00pm (Private/External Event)
9:00am: Start of this day’s J24 and Surprise Classes two-race series
10:00am: Final Yacht Races - Admiralty Bay Triangle Race - starts in Admiralty Bay, finish in Lower Bay
10:00am (approx): Final Double Ender Race - Mount Gay Challenge, starts Lower Bay, finish off Hamilton Point
4.30pm: GRAND REGATTA PRIZEGIVING - Bequia Plantation Hotel - everybody welcome!
For details of ferry times and more info on Easter Weekend activities, please check the Bequia Tourism Office

sati YOGA Studio
The precision of Iyengar alignment,
the flow of Vinyasa and the essence of Sivananda
Intermediate: Mon & Thurs 9am - Pavilion, opp. Keegan’s
Restorative Yoga: Wed 9am - Pavilion, opp. Keegan’s
Moderate Level: Mon & Wed 4pm - Pavilion, opp. Keegan’s
Mild Level: Tues & Fri 9am - Pavilion, opp. Keegan’s
PRIVATE SESSIONS available • Yoga mats available. Bring your own towel
phealey247@gmail.com Call 784-455-4565
AA
Worried about
your drinking habits?
Want to stop but don’t know how?
For info call Doug 495 2055
Health / Fitness
Easter
is on its way!
Time to freshen up with these
Spa Specials @ Serenity Day Spa
Bikini Wax (was $45) Now-$30
Body Polish (was $55) Now-$40
Spa Pedicure (was $65) Now-$45
Freshen up Facial (was $75) Now-$40
Full Body Massage (was $130) Now-$80
Book your treatment early before it's too late
Complimentary Wine and Easter Egg Chocolate
Offer Valid from1/4/17 to 13/4/17
Location: Bequia Marina Tel: 1-784-533-4005
Bequia this Week
is available on-line at:
www.begos.com
Dr. Gregory Thomas
Bequia: Mondays & Thursdays, 3pm – 6pm
Office upstairs Bequia Venture, phone 458-3937
Kingstown, St. Vincent: Tuesdays & Fridays 8am - 2pm
Kenmars Mall, Halifax Street, ground floor
For appointments phone 485-6449
Shopping
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The Bequia Perspectives Novels
“There is a huge character quietly looming across this book series:
Bequia, the island herself. Each book, even though different, reveals more
and more about her as a character and a force.” Karen Parker, Galveston, TX
“Island in the Clouds” - available at the Bequia Book Shop
Both novels available as eBooks. For more info: http://tinyurl.com/jl6gu7o
Bequia Tourism Association Raffle
Tickets EC$5 or EC$20 per book of 5
Available from BTA Office!
Raffle Draw Friday April 28th
at Mac’s Pizzeria 5.30pm
Some of the Raffle Prizes:
Weekend for 2 at the Frangipani in Deluxe Accommodation
3-course Dinner for 2 with a welcome drink at Firefly Restaurant
Trip to the Tobago Cays for 2 on Friendship Rose
“Come away with me” Spa Treatment at Serenity Day Spa
One year free membership of the BTA
Dinner for 2 at Keegan’s Beachside
Extra Surprise Prize
Tel: 458 3286 Fax: 458 3964 info@bequiatourism.comwww.bequiatourism.com
Get your Bequia clutch
perfect Easter accessory!
Limited Edition
Everybody wants one!
Available at the spa by Gingerbread Cafe
or direct from the Bequia designer shericedavisco@yahoo.com
or Whatsapp +1 (246) 825 2177

Doris Fresh Food
Located in Back Street! (formerly Le Petit Jardin)
Imported meats, cheeses, fresh fruit and vegetables.
Fine wines and spirits!
Open Mon - Sat 8am - 5pm
Sundays: 8.30am - 11.30am
Tel: 458 3625 doris_freshfood@yahoo.com
• PRINTING
• PHOTOCOPYING
• GRAPHIC DESIGN
• STATIONERY
• RUBBER STAMPS
• COLOUR COPY SERVICE
• DIGITAL FULL COLOUR PRINTING
• FLYERS
Kingstown, (St. Vincent) Ltd, Bay Street,
Phone: (784) 456-2217 • Fax: (784) 457-2996
e-mail: quikprint@vincysurf.com
CLOSING DOWN SALE
Store closes on Thurs 20th April!
Super Low Prices
on Rattan & Wicker Furniture
- Up to 60% REDUCTION -
Last chance to buy beautiful Day Beds,
Rocking Chairs, Tables, Baskets & more
Upstairs behind St. Mary’s Church (enter by Bookshop)
Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm or by appointment
Call Agneta: 430-5021 or 430-5416 or 458-3892
Taxis/Water Taxis call VHF on Channel 68
Dollar Vans depart regularly from Port Elizabeth
Bequia Hospital 457 3328
Bequia Doctor 454 3514
Imperial Pharmacy 458 3373, after hours 458 3025
shopping / Services / Miscellaneous
GENERAL INFORMATION
MARANNE’S
HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
Delicious Gourmet Ice Cream
&
Fruit Sorbets, Frozen Yogurt, Fresh Natural Yogurt
Sundaes and Splits, Qts and half gal Tubs to take away
All Natural Ingredients
downstairs at Gingerbread Cafe Tel: 593 7264
Gingerbread Hotel
OPEN every day, 12 months a year
waterfront suites - check our rates
breakfast & lunch at the café
784 458 3800 ginger@vincysurf.com
Gap Year Student
- looking for work experience in the Yachting Industry
in and around the Caribbean!
British Citizen with French and ICC qualification
Specific interests include Stewarding
and/or Deckhand on large Yacht
Available from September 2017 through till June 2018
For more information and CV please email amyg63@hotmail.co.uk
Tel: 458 3286 Fax: 458 3964
BequiaTOURISM ASSOCIATION
www.bequiatourism.com
Visit our Tourism Office!
Stamps, postcards, newspapers, flags, souvenir maps
advice on accommodation, tours, daytrips
Open daily - located opposite Customs/Revenue building
Bequia Police Station 458 3350
VHF 16 “ZedQS Bequia”
Coastguard 457 4578
VHF 16 “Juliet8Bravo”
Post Office Mon - Fri: 9.00am-12noon, 1pm-3.00pm
Saturday closed
Customs & Immigration: Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 6pm (closed 12-1pm), Sat: 8.30am - 12 noon, 3pm - 6pm, Sun: 9am - 12 noon; 3pm - 6pm
Overtime fees may be charged - Clearing in and out outside office hours and on Public Holidays is normally possible by arrangement.
Beautiful Waterfront
Restaurant & Bar
For rent in Bequia EC$4500 per month
plus water and electricity
Contact: 532-9871 or 533-1320
Yacht Garbage Disposal
Ashore, there is only one place to dispose of yacht garbage
– the skips located off the Fish Market Jetty next to the Vegetable Market.
These are reserved exclusively for yachties’ use.
Alternatively, yacht garbage may be delivered “at sea” to Daffodil Marine
or other reliable water taxis
Charge usually $3.00 to $5.00 per bag.
Dumping in unauthorized places is a prosecutable offence!
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