The US Virgin Islands are a stunning tropical paradise, and exploring them is easy and convenient. There are three main ways to get between the islands: renting a boat, using a ferry, or flying. Renting a boat is the best option for those looking to get to a specific location, while ferries are the most cost-effective way to get around. Flying is not usually recommended, as the distances between the islands are not that far.
The ferry service is a vital link in the Virgin Islands and a wonderful way to see these beautiful islands from the water. Public ferries operate at regular times throughout the day, connecting San Juan with Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas and Cruz Bay in St. John.
There are also private water taxis on this route. Launch services connect Red Hook, on the east end of St. Thomas, with Charlotte Amalie in St. John (as well as Tortola and Virgin Gorda).
The Vitran bus system serves several areas of the island and generally operates from Monday to Friday. Buses travel from the Cruz Bay ferry pier to Coral Bay, Salt Pond Bay and back to Cruz Bay. The public bus system isn't very reliable, so it's not a good idea to rely on it if you have a tight schedule. Once travelers arrive on the islands, they can explore all that they have to offer.
Take a walk along the miles of trails offered by each island, swim or snorkel on its sandy beaches, and don't forget your camera! My husband had been to this island before and said it was the most beautiful of all (U. John consists of the Virgin Islands National Park, making it the most pristine, tranquil and least crowded of all). Across the islands, you'll see more and more outdoor safari-type buses (more like reconditioned flatbed trucks) with capacity for up to 30 passengers, which taxi drivers use mainly to transport groups (for example, cruise passengers) on tours and excursions around the island. Visitors can also visit Blackbeard Castle and climb the 99 steps built with ballast bricks of 18th century Danish ships.
The Breakaway is a speedboat that takes you to 3 of the British Virgin Islands and stops at Diamonds Reef for diving, all in a single day. The US Virgin Islands are an incredible destination for travelers looking for an unforgettable experience. With three convenient ways to get around - renting a boat, using a ferry, or flying - exploring these stunning islands is easy and hassle-free.
