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Love City Legends - The Donkeys | News of St. John

If you have ever visited St. John, you know that spotting our beloved four hoofed friends on the roadside or along the hiking trails is as probable as encountering a turtle at Maho Bay. The hundreds of donkeys on St. John who travel the island in packs of three to five or more can be ... Read moreLove City Legends - The Donkeys

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