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Bequia this Week - 22nd December - 28th December 2023

A handy calendar of events, aptly entitled "Bequia This Week", is published in print and on-line for this small Caribbean island every Friday, giving information about what's on where and when.

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NO. 1080<br />

Dec <strong>22nd</strong><br />

ISSUEBEQUIA<br />

-<br />

Dec <strong>28th</strong><br />

Christmas<br />

what * Where * When?<br />

Fri <strong>22nd</strong><br />

<strong>2023</strong><br />

THIS WEEK<br />

Gusto A <strong>Bequia</strong> Sailing Adventure - Trips to Mustique & Tobago Cays, see ad p. 5 - WhatsApp/Tel 433 1371<br />

Octopus Yacht Charter - Tobago Cays (Fri/Tues), Mustique (Wed), elegant 62ft yacht, max 10 pax, see ad 432 5201<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Heritage Museum - Open today 10am - 1pm. Adm. EC$25, 20% off 6 or more (kids free!) See ad p. 5 532 9554<br />

Grenadine Wild Sea Salt Boutique - Daily 9am-4.30pm (closed Dec 25th & 26th).To book a tour: WhatsApp: +1 917 855 5930<br />

The Liming, Adams Bay - Fish Friday! Exquisite Fish Dishes, available from noon through Dinner, call to reserve! 533 0398<br />

Provision, Lower Bay - Pizza Friday! Neapolitan style pies. Serving lunch 11.30am - 3.30pm, see ad page 3 431 0457<br />

Sugar & Spice Café @ Frangi - Christmas Dessert Orders! Contact us for holiday cookies, cupcakes, cakes… see ad 533 2233<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Threadworks - Shop ethically and sustainably <strong>this</strong> holiday season. New Boutique hours. See ad 526 6945<br />

Vintages <strong>Bequia</strong> @ Frangi - Shop wines, liquors, teas & more <strong>this</strong> holiday season. Open Mon to Sat 9am - 4pm 533 2233<br />

The Cocktail Lab @ <strong>Bequia</strong> Marina, Ocar - Open daily 2-11pm, cocktails in a lounge-style setting. See ad p. 3 533 5115<br />

Mac‛s Pizza - Friday Happy Hour Specials! Open daily from 12 noon, relax on the waterfront! See ad page 3 458 3474<br />

Cheri‛s Rooftop Terrace - Delicious A la Carte Dinner Menu Tues - Sat, must res. See ad for daytime options 433 9054<br />

Dance & Prance, Paget Farm - Xmas Bingo tonight, 7pm! Many prizes - Grand Prize 32” Smart TV, see ad p. 3 492 2614<br />

‘Christmas Splash’ Under The Almond Tree - The ‘Infinity’ Band live from 8pm. Food & Drinks on Sale!<br />

Sat 23rd<br />

Sun 24th<br />

Christmas Eve<br />

Tobago Cays, Friendship Rose - Classic Schooner B’fast, Lunch, Drinks, Snacks, Snorkel 175US Kids Free 457 3888/495 0886<br />

The Spa @ <strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel - Open for your pampering! Call to make an appointment, see ad p. 6 534 8677<br />

United Fitness Gym, Ocar - Fully equipped, great rates, open weekdays from 5am, weekends from 8am, see ad p. 6 495 8938<br />

Sugar & Spice Café @ Frangi - Open daily from early till late for coffees, pastries, paninis and more! See ad p. 2 533 2233<br />

Cheri‛s Rooftop Terrace - Sat Brunch 10.30am-1.30pm. Burgers, Mojitos,Tacos 2-5pm, closed Mons! See ad 433 9054<br />

Common Ground, Belmont Walkway - Closing today 3.30pm. Locally-made fashion, crafts, gifts. Mon - Sat 11am, see ad 593 9116<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel -Seafood Saturday at <strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel from 6pm, res advised! 534 8677<br />

Provision, Lower Bay - Open daily for lunch on our terrace (closed Weds), Dinner Thurs - Sun only, see ad p. 3 431 0457<br />

Dawn‛s Café, Lower Bay - Breakfast & lunch. Dinner by res. Takeaways! (Closed Mondays), see ad page 3 492 6508<br />

Jack‘s Bar - Please note our kitchen closes at 7pm today! Bar snacks available from 7pm til close 458 3809<br />

Mac‛s Pizza - Saturday Evening Chill & Lime on our patio from 6pm! (Closed on Xmas Day). See ad page 3 458 3474<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Carolling Competition, Clive Tannia Hard Court - From 7pm until.. adm. $20, kids $10, all welcome!<br />

‘Christmas Splash’ Under The Almond Tree - ‘Dynamic Drummers’ from SVG live, 7.30pm. Santa Surprises for Kids!<br />

Lina’s Cafe & Deli, Bayshore Mall - Coffee, Cakes, Sandwiches etc. Open daily incl. Xmas Day, see ad 530 6716<br />

Jack‘s Bar - Open daily from 9am, incl. Breakfast. Xmas Eve DJ music, Happy Hour 5-7pm. See ad page 2 458 3809<br />

The Cocktail Lab @ <strong>Bequia</strong> Marina, Ocar - Closed today 24th Dec & Sunday 25th Dec. See ad page 3 533 5115<br />

Firefly Estate,Spring - Enjoy our Xmas Eve Sunday Curry Lunch, EC$75 pp incl. 1 drink, res pl. See ad p. 3 532 5134<br />

De Reef, Lower Bay - Sunday Lunch & Lime + Jan & Louis live from 4pm! Happy Hour 4-7pm WhatsApp/Tel 528 4958<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel - Christmas Eve BBQ at <strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel, from 12 noon to 4pm 534 8677<br />

Public Holiday<br />

Mon 25th<br />

Christmas Day<br />

Sugar & Spice Café @ Frangi - Open Christmas Day from 8am to 3pm - coffees, pastries & more! See ad page 2 533 2233<br />

Provision, Lower Bay - Open today for Xmas Day B’fast, Lunch & Dinner (closed tomorrow Boxing Day), see ad p. 3 431 0457<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Heritage Museum - Closed today, Christmas Day. Open again as usual on Wednesday Dec 27th! 532 9554<br />

De Reef, Lower Bay - Special Xmas Day Brunch from 11am, see ad page 2 for menu! WhatsApp/Tel 528 4958<br />

The Liming, Adams Bay - Christmas Delights - Christmas Lunch US$120 pp, reservation a must! See ad/menu p. 2 533 0398<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel - Special Christmas Day Lunch from 12noon to 4pm, with live steel pan music 534 8677<br />

Jack‘s Bar - Fabulous all day Christmas Menu from 12 noon, see link in ad page 2 for details! 458 3809<br />

Frangipani - Traditional Xmas Dinner & Dessert Buffet! US$67 pp, 6.30pm, live music, must res. See ad/menu page 2 528 8560<br />

Sugar Hill Bar & Restaurant - Closed today, Xmas Day and tomorrow, Boxing Day - Happy Holidays! 458 3773<br />

Fernando‘s Hideaway - Closed today, Christmas Day, open Tues 26th as usual! Res. by noon please! 458 3758<br />

Daily Calendar of Events continued on page 2…<br />

Yacht Garbage Disposal IN BEQUIA<br />

The MAIN location for Yacht Garbage disposal is in the concrete skip off the Fish Market Jetty - behind the Vegetable Market.<br />

Bins for Recycling glass, plastics & metal drink cans are located to the left of the main town Dinghy Dock.<br />

(Only small amounts of Yacht Garbage should be left in the designated bins at <strong>this</strong> same location).<br />

Please do NOT dispose of yacht garbage in the ‘Action <strong>Bequia</strong>’ bins at Princess Margaret Beach<br />

OR leave any bags of garbage beside full bins ANYWHERE on the island<br />

• Dumping in unauthorized places is a prosecutable offence. Be smart - don’t dump! •


Public Holiday<br />

Tues 26th<br />

Boxing Day<br />

Wed 27th<br />

Thurs <strong>28th</strong><br />

Vinlec Scheduled Outage - No Vinlec Scheduled Outages <strong>this</strong> week!<br />

Mustique, Friendship Rose - Classic 100ft Schooner B’fast, Lunch, Drinks, Snacks, Snorkel 150US Kids Free 457 3888/495 0886<br />

Serenity Day Spa, Belmont - Xmas ‘Spaliday‘ Specials! Ma ssages, Facials, Manis, Pedis & more… See ad p. 6 533 4005<br />

The Cocktail Lab @ <strong>Bequia</strong> Marina, Ocar - Open daily 2-11pm, cocktails in a lounge-style setting. See ad p. 2 533 5115<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel - Enjoy our daily Sunset Happy Hour on our waterfront terrace from 5-7p. pm 534 8677<br />

Jack‘s Bar - Boxing Day Lobster ‘Shell-ebration’, from 7pm, US$60 pp, res. pref, see ad p. 2 for menu 458 3809<br />

Frangipani Hotel & Bar - Boxing Night Blue & White Party! $10 Adm. DJ Music, Food & drink specials, from 8pm 528 8560<br />

Tobago Cays, Friendship Rose - Classic Schooner B’fast, Lunch, Drinks, Snacks, Snorkel 175US Kids Free 457 3888/495 0886<br />

Sati Yoga Studio, Lower Bay - Offering All Level Classes! For days and times, see ad on page 6 455 4565<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Heritage Museum - Open today 10am - 1pm. Adm. EC$25, 20% off 6 or more (kids free!) See ad p. 5 532 9554<br />

Frangipani Hotel & Bar - Book your New Year’s Eve Dinner! BBQ Buffet US$100 pp, Elite Steel Orchestra. Must Res! 528 8560<br />

De Reef, Lower Bay - Open daily 10.30am until… Happy Hour every day 4-7pm, see ad p. 3 WhatsApp/Tel 528 4958<br />

Sugar Hill Bar & Rest’t, Mt. Pleasant - Open Mons to Sats 3pm until… Great food - great location! 458 3773<br />

Maranne‛s Ice Cream @ Gingerbread - Open 7 days, 10.30am - 5.30pm, ice cream, yoghurt, etc. See ad p. 3 593 7264<br />

The Liming, Adams Bay - Book early for our sumptuous NYE BBQ, live music from ‘Dynamite’, see ad page 2 533 0398<br />

Doris Fresh Food - Meats, cheeses, fruit & vegetables, fine wines. See ad on page 4 for details! 458 3625<br />

Greenhouse Café <strong>Bequia</strong> - Open for all the cannabis products you need! Find us at <strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel, see ad 534 8677<br />

Frangipani Hotel & Bar - Tonight: World-famous BBQ & Buffet, 7.30pm, music by Elite Steel Orchestra. Must res. 528 8560<br />

Eating Out<br />

Jack’s Beach Bar<br />

Princess Margaret Beach<br />

Open Daily 9am until… for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Happy Hour daily 5-7pm<br />

CHECK OUT OUR CHRISTMAS SPECIALS!<br />

Mon DEC 25: ALl DAy XMAS MENU from 12 noon - see Menu: www.tinyurl.com/ykh2xet3<br />

Tues DEC 26 : LOBSTER ”SHELL-EBRATION” from 7pm - see Menu: www.tinyurl.com/3b48twnc<br />

Note: Kitchen closes at 7pm on Sat Dec 23 - bar snacks available from 7pm til close!<br />

Reservations. strongly encouraged! Call/WhatsApp: 529 4692 or 458 3809 www.jacksbeachbar.com<br />

Adams Bay <strong>Bequia</strong><br />

Open Daily for Lunch -<br />

Dinner by Reservation only!<br />

See Christmas Dinner Menu:<br />

www.tinyurl.com/wfjmss4y<br />

Christmas Delights:<br />

Dec 25th: Christmas Lunch<br />

US$120 pp Pre-bookings only!<br />

See menu: www.tinyurl.com/mseynv8c<br />

Enjoy our Sumptuous NYE Menu:<br />

Dec 31st: New Years’ Eve Caribbean BBQ<br />

Starts 7.30pm - 10pm US$175 pp - Book early!<br />

Live Music with ‘Dynamite’<br />

Restaurant reservations Tel: +1 (784) 533-0398<br />

Enquiries email:gm@thelimingbequia.com<br />

Christmas Day Brunch!<br />

Monday Dec 25th from 11am<br />

Check the Menu:<br />

www.tinyurl.com/4m58cdhm<br />

Open daily…<br />

Spacious Seating!<br />

Reservevations: WhatsApp/Phone 528-4958


* Christmas Eve Sunday Curry Lunch *<br />

at<br />

Choice of beef, chicken or vegan Curry + sides, chutneys<br />

Locally made Caribbean Ice cream<br />

ec$75 per person + service<br />

Includes one wine/beer/juice/cocktail with meal, per person<br />

Reservations requested: phone/whatsapp 1 (784) 532-5134<br />

E mail: fireflyestatebequia@gmail.com<br />

Open daily for breakfast, lunch, drinks, and dinner by reservation<br />

Eating Out …cont’d<br />

Paget Farm<br />

Dance & Prance<br />

Monday - Thursday 10am- 9pm<br />

(Lunch & Dinner)<br />

Friday - Saturday 10am-10pm<br />

(Lunch & BBQ Dinner Special)<br />

CLOSED ON SUNDAYS<br />

Tel / WhatsApp +1 (784) 492-2614<br />

Email: danceandprance01@gmail.com<br />

* Friday <strong>22nd</strong> Dec - Christmas Bingo 7pm *<br />

Lots of Prizes, Final Game Grand Prize 32” Smart TV<br />

<strong>Week</strong>end Special: Fresh Grilled Lobster (seasonal),<br />

Variety of Meats & Sides (sides change daily)<br />

Daily Menu: Lunch Specials, Burgers, Shark, Fish,<br />

Patties, Pork Chops, Spring Rolls, Chicken & more<br />

Dinner by Reservation ONLY only<br />

We also cater for birthday parties, weddings etc.,<br />

and have space to hire for special events!<br />

Paget Farm - Upstairs Ice Cream Shop - 2 mins from Airport<br />

Open daily for Lunch (closed Weds)<br />

Dinner Thursday to Sunday only<br />

Open Xmas Day - B’fast, Lunch & Dinner!<br />

Cheri’s Rooftop Terrace<br />

Tuesdays to Fridays from 3pm:<br />

Bar Bites 3-5pm • Happy Hour from 3-6pm • Dinner 6-10pm (Res. only)<br />

Closed<br />

Mondays!<br />

Saturdays 10.30am - 1.30pm…<br />

Delicious Saturday Brunch<br />

…Saturdays from 2pm…<br />

Phone: 433 9054<br />

Opposite Cemetery<br />

Burgers, Mojitos, Tacos 2-5pm • Dinner 6-10pm (Res. only)<br />

Sundays: Brunch 10.30am-1.30pm • West Indian Tapas 2-10pm<br />

mac’s pizza & Kitchen<br />

Friday <strong>22nd</strong> Dec:<br />

Happy Hour from 5-7pm<br />

• Food &<br />

• Bar Specials!<br />

Saturday 23rd Dec:<br />

Chill & Lime from 6pm<br />

Check our Specials!<br />

Barside Music!<br />

Closed Monday 25th, Xmas Day!<br />

Open Daily from 12 noon Tel: (784) 458 3474<br />

BEQUIA’S ONLY COCKTAIL BAR<br />

Handcrafted & Creative Cocktails<br />

Exquisite & Friendly Service<br />

Lounge Style & Cozy Setting<br />

Breathtaking Waterfront Location<br />

Daily 2pm - 11pm<br />

CASH ONLY!!!<br />

HOLIDAY OPENING<br />

Dec 24, 25, Jan 1 CLOSED<br />

DEC 31 NYE - SPECIAL OPENING HOURS!!!<br />

4PM - 8PM Open to public<br />

FROM 10PM TICKET ONLY FIREWORKS NIGHT<br />

Limited Admission - Reserve your spot early!<br />

+1 784 433 8218<br />

@thecocktaillabbequia<br />

Dawn’s Café - Lower Bay<br />

Delicious Home Cooking in idyllic Garden Setting<br />

Breakfast & Lunch. Dinner by Res. Takeaways!<br />

Closed on Mondays No Credit Cards<br />

¡<br />

Located at the end of Lower Bay Tel: 492 6508<br />

MARANNE’S<br />

Delicious Ho m e m a d e Go u r m e t Ic e Cre a m<br />

Sorbets, Frozen Yogurt, Fresh Natural Yogurt &<br />

Sundaes and Splits, Qts and half gal. Tubs to take away<br />

All Natural Ingredients!<br />

Open 7 days a week 10.30am - 5.30pm!<br />

Tel: 593 7264 marannehazell@gmail.com


Eating Out / Shopping / Services<br />

“Best Coffee on the Island”<br />

LINA’S<br />

Cappuccino, Latte, Espresso & more...<br />

Banana Bread, Cakes & Croissants!<br />

Pastries & Sandwiches - Cheeses, Wines, Yoghurts & lots more…<br />

Br e a d & Delicatessen<br />

Monday to Friday 8am - 3pm • Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 8.30am - 1pm<br />

Bayshore Mall next to Customs • Open Christmas Day & New Year’s Day Tel: 530 6716<br />

Doris’ Fresh Food<br />

& Yacht Provisioning<br />

• Located in Back Street •<br />

Imported meats, cheeses, fresh fruit and vegetables.<br />

Fine wines and spirits!<br />

Monday to Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: Closed<br />

WhatsApp/Signal: +1 784 528 8568 Tel: 458 3625<br />

doris_freshfood@yahoo.com See also: www.dorisfreshfood.com<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Tech<br />

Full Service Business, Internet Café & Technology Center<br />

• Air Conditioned for your Comfort •<br />

Print/Fax/Scan/Laminate/Photo Copy - Color/BW<br />

Passport & Photo Printing • Business Cards, Flyers, Programmes, etc.<br />

Point of Sale Systems: Restaurant / Retail programming<br />

Cell Phone Accessories & Chargers<br />

Open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 2pm<br />

Located on the Front Street - Digicel Building Entrance<br />

Tel: 433-3555 · Fax: 516-504-3008 · Info@bequiatech.com · www.bequiatech.com<br />

The <strong>Bequia</strong><br />

Perspectives Novels<br />

Available in print<br />

and eBook formats<br />

www.tinyurl.com/jl6gu7o<br />

‘A SHORT COURSE OF<br />

BEQUIA POEMS’<br />

by Richard Dey<br />

“Dey’s voice … speaks with an assurance<br />

and maturity about a special place”<br />

Signed copies available at<br />

the <strong>Bequia</strong> Heritage Museum - only EC$25<br />

EASY<br />

EASY<br />

(Coconut Grove at Canash Beach or Plantation Hotel in <strong>Bequia</strong>)


Improves Overall Boat Performance<br />

Mildew, Algae & Sludge Removal<br />

SERVICES / Activities / shopping<br />

Prevents Potential Hull Damage<br />

Improves Fuel Economy<br />

Procko’s Hull Cleaning<br />

Belmont Walkway, <strong>Bequia</strong> 1 (784) 432-7444<br />

Mustique<br />

Sail with<br />

(784) 433-1371<br />

Tobago Cays<br />

gustobequia@gmail.com www.gustobequia.com<br />

Gusto a bequia sailing adventure<br />

Sail with us<br />

Yacht<br />

Cruises<br />

Fridays & Tuesdays - Tobago Cays US$130 • Wednesdays - Mustique US$125<br />

Private charters to other Grenadine islands available on request<br />

AN ELEGANT 62FT SAILING YACHT - MAXIMUM 10 GUESTS ON BOARD<br />

Breakfast, Morning & Afternoon Snacks, Rum Punch,<br />

Local Beer, Soft Drinks & Snorkelling Gear included<br />

www.octopus-caribbean.com hello@octopus-caribbean.com<br />

Call or What’sApp: +1 784 432 5201<br />

www.friendshiprose.com<br />

friendshiprose@mac.com<br />

Tel: (784) 457 3888<br />

Embark on a 1 hour journey through our extraordinary<br />

haven, where history, innovation, and<br />

flavor unite. Explore adaptive reuse in architecture,<br />

the history of an old sugar mill, salt production<br />

secrets, and patented processes. Immerse<br />

yourself in our cutting-edge facility, savor six<br />

unique salt flavors in our courtyard, and visit our<br />

Join us on the "Sprinkle The Love" Tour for a captivating<br />

sensory adventure.<br />

WhatsApp us for information: +1 917 855 5930<br />

Shop Our Boutique:<br />

Address: Grenadine Wild Sea Salt<br />

Belmont Road<br />

Spring Estate, <strong>Bequia</strong><br />

Hours: 9am-4:30pm everyday<br />

Several types of Tours are available<br />

sales@grenadineseasalt.com<br />

WhatsApp: +1 917 855 5930<br />

BEQUIA HERITAGE MUSEUM<br />

located at St. Hillary, Friendship<br />

Exploring 1700 years of <strong>Bequia</strong>’s unique history<br />

from Amerindian times to the present day<br />

Closed Christmas Day 25th Dec!<br />

CURRENT OPENING HOURS:<br />

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 10am to 1pm<br />

Private out-of-hours Guided Tours also available by prior arrangement<br />

Adm: EC$25 (US$10) - kids free! Allow plenty of time for your visit<br />

Email: bequiaheritage@gmail.com Tel: 532 9554 / 457 3649 / 458 3086


Serenity Day Spa<br />

Dec 8th - Dec 31st<br />

• Santa’s Coming To The Spa $100<br />

35 mins Neck, Back & Shoulder Hot Stone Massage<br />

+ 35 Mins Rejuvenating Facial<br />

• Jingle All The Way $110<br />

25 mins Swedish Back Massage with 10 Mins Head Massage<br />

+ Gel Pedicure<br />

• Santa’s Ultimate Christmas Gift $155<br />

30 mins Swedish Massage + Classic Pedicure + Classic Manicure<br />

• A Christmas To Remember $170<br />

30 mins Back Massage with 5 Mins Reflexology + Full Body Scrub<br />

+ Luxury Pedicure<br />

• Let It Glow $95<br />

35 mins Full Body Sugar Scrub + 35 Mins Brightening Perfecter Facial<br />

Check also our Mini Holiday Specials: www.begos.com/serenity.jpg<br />

Belmont Inn, Belmont, <strong>Bequia</strong> Opening hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm<br />

Tel: 1(784) 533-4005 Email: serenity_dayspa@yahoo.com<br />

A new gym in <strong>Bequia</strong>!<br />

• Top-of-the-line equipment in a spacious facility<br />

• Daily / <strong>Week</strong>ly / Monthly membership<br />

• Daily drop-in US$10 / EC$25<br />

• Personal training + healthy meal plans available<br />

In O’Car Reform - only 5 mins walk from the harbour<br />

Large parking area & nearby dinghy dock<br />

Mon to Fri: 5am-8:30pm • Sat: 8am-5pm • Sun: 8am-1pm<br />

Tel: 784 495-8938 Come Join Us and Reach Your Goals!<br />

Attention All Advertisers<br />

Pre-Christmas Issue Deadline!<br />

The NEW YEAR printed edition<br />

of <strong>Bequia</strong> <strong>this</strong> <strong>Week</strong> (Fri 29th Dec - Thurs 4th Jan)<br />

will be out on Friday 29th <strong>December</strong><br />

Please note: Advertisers DEADLINE is<br />

5pm on BOXING DAY Tues 26th <strong>December</strong>!<br />

outhouse@vincysurf.com or call 532 9553<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong><br />

Harbour<br />

The Wheres<br />

& Whats<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Tourism<br />

Association<br />

www.bequiatourism.com<br />

Phone: (784) 458 3286<br />

bequiatourism@vincysurf.com<br />

Health & Fitness<br />

Dinghy<br />

Dock<br />

$<br />

T<br />

Day Charters /<br />

Cruise Ship Tenders<br />

Bank<br />

The Spa<br />

at <strong>Bequia</strong> Plantation Hotel<br />

KEEP YOURSELF BEAUTIFUL<br />

Try a body scrub, after sun care, waxing, facials, hydration<br />

treatments, manicures and pedicures.<br />

BODY MASSAGES<br />

Aromatherapy, hot stone, swedish deep tissue or<br />

CBD infused massages are available.<br />

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS BY<br />

CALLING 784-534-8677<br />

sati YOGA Studio<br />

Ask<br />

about<br />

our CBD<br />

infused<br />

massage<br />

Lower Bay<br />

All Level Classes with Patricia, Master Level Teacher<br />

Intermediate: Monday/Thursday 9.15am<br />

Mild: Tuesday/Friday 9.15am<br />

Restorative/Yin: Wednesday 9.15am<br />

email or call to register: phealey247@gmail.com<br />

www.satiyogaworldwide.com Tel: 784-455-4565<br />

St. Michael’s Catholic Church<br />

Fuel Dock/<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Marina<br />

Market Dock<br />

Admiralty Bay<br />

Model Boat Shop<br />

Yacht Garbage<br />

Containers<br />

Public Toilets<br />

Post Office, Customs<br />

& Immigration<br />

Tourism Association Office<br />

Main Ferry Dock<br />

Market Square<br />

New Dinghy Dock<br />

Gas Station<br />

T<br />

Front Street<br />

Dinghy Dock St. Mary’s Anglican Church (1829)<br />

Belmont Walkway<br />

Tel: 458 3286 Fax: 458 3964<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong>TOURISM ASSOCIATION<br />

www.bequiatourism.com<br />

Visit our Tourism Office!<br />

Advice on accommodation, tours, daytrips, plus stamps,<br />

postcards, newspapers, flags, maps, caps, bags & beach towels<br />

Located opposite Customs/Revenue building<br />

Port Elizabeth<br />

+<br />

Back Street<br />

Almond Tree<br />

Clive Tannis Playing Field<br />

Basketball<br />

Football & Cricket<br />

Doctor’s<br />

Office<br />

$<br />

Hospital<br />

Pharmacy<br />

Police<br />

Station


General Holiday Information<br />

Holiday Opening Hours<br />

SUNDAY DEC 24th (Christmas Eve)<br />

Doris Fresh Food – CLOSED<br />

Knights Supermarket – 8am to 11am<br />

Knights Trading – 8am to 12pm<br />

Knights Minimart, Ocar – 8am to 3pm only<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Tourism Office – 9am to 12pm<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Express Ferry - normal Sunday Schedule<br />

Admiral Ferry - normal Sunday Schedule<br />

TUESDAY DEC 26th (Boxing Day)<br />

Doris Fresh Food – CLOSED<br />

Knights Supermarket – OPEN 8am to 11am<br />

Knights Trading – OPEN 8am to 12pm<br />

Knights Minimart, Ocar – CLOSED<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Tourism Office – CLOSED<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Express Ferry – Sunday Schedule<br />

Admiral Ferry – NO SERVICE<br />

Bank of St. Vincent – CLOSED<br />

MONDAY DEC 25th (Christmas Day)<br />

Doris Fresh Food – CLOSED<br />

Knights Supermarket – CLOSED<br />

Knights Trading – CLOSED<br />

Knights Minimart, Ocar – CLOSED<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Tourism Office – CLOSED<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Express Ferry - NO SERIVCE<br />

Admiral Ferry - NO SERVICE<br />

Bank of St. Vincent – CLOSED<br />

A Very Merry Christmas and<br />

A Peaceful and Prosperous New Year<br />

to all our Advertisers & Readers!<br />

BEQUIA<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Heritage Museum


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<strong>Bequia</strong> Hospital (24 hrs) 458 3294<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Clinic 457 3328<br />

Dr. Lugo (private appts/visits) 528 1955<br />

Paget Farm Clinic 458 3302<br />

Imperial Pharmacy 458 3373, after hours 458 3025<br />

General Information<br />

BEQUIA NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS <strong>2023</strong>/24<br />

The Fireworks have arrived – but now we need your help to cover costs!<br />

Every dollar counts, every dollar helps, everyone enjoys...<br />

Donations (cash or cheque) marked ‘FIREWORKS’ can be left at the <strong>Bequia</strong> Tourism Office<br />

Thank you in advance for your contribution - don’t forget to mark who it’s from!<br />

Cheques payable to <strong>Bequia</strong> NYE Celebration Tel: 528 0272 gm@frangipanibequia.com<br />

GENERAL INFORMATION<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Police Station 458 3350<br />

VHF 16 “ZedQS <strong>Bequia</strong>”<br />

Coastguard 457 4578<br />

VHF 16 “Juliet8Bravo”<br />

Post Office<br />

Mon - Fri: 9am-12 noon, 1pm-3pm<br />

Cruisers’ Net: VHF 68 Mon/Wed/Fri 8am Weather & Local Info<br />

Customs & Immigration: Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 6pm (closed 12-1pm), Sat: 8.30am - 12 noon, 3pm - 6pm, Sun: 9am - 12 noon; 3pm - 6pm<br />

Overtime fees may be charged - Clearing in and out outside office hours and on Public Holidays is normally possible by arrangement.<br />

Scheduled Outages in <strong>Bequia</strong><br />

NO VINLEC OUTAGES THIS WEEK!<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Ferries ScheduleS<br />

For current and holiday schedules<br />

see relevant Ferry Company info/contact below:<br />

<strong>Bequia</strong> Express: (784) 457-3539 / www.bequiaexpress.com<br />

Admiral Ferries: (784) 534-7707 / www.admiralferries.net<br />

www.jadensunferry.com (inter-Grenadines)<br />

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