The US Virgin Islands are a paradise of the United States, and you can feel transported to a state of bliss from the moment you land on Cyril E. King International Airport. While you may not need a passport, there are other travel elements you should consider when planning your visit to the US Virgin Islands, such as how to navigate between each island, when to book your flight and the best way to maximize your vacation budget while you're there. From logistical information on how to plan your trip to recommendations for inter-island transportation and, of course, where to eat and drink, read on for your definitive guide to traveling in the US Virgin Islands. The Virgin Islands are famous for sailing, thanks both to the ideal conditions of the archipelago (the always reliable trade winds) and to the mountainous tropical beauty of the island chain (best seen aboard the bow of a ship, with a cocktail in hand).
While we recommend sailing at dusk, you can also opt for a day trip to one of the smallest islets in the US Virgin Islands or venture to Water Island. Considered the fourth largest island in the US Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. Read below for more ideas on how best to spend your days in the US Virgin Islands. Discover more attractions with our comprehensive articles on the best things to do in the US Virgin Islands, the best things to do in St.
Thomas on his honeymoon, as well as our guide for visitors to the Virgin Islands National Park. The Virgin Islands are rapidly gaining worldwide fame as a gastronomic destination thanks, in large part, to the culinary revolution taking place on the island of St. Thomas. For a delicious tasting of local flavors, visit the legendary cuisines of St.
Croix establishments such as Savant, Balter, Zion Modern Kitchen and Rumrunners. While each restaurant cultivates its own distinctive palette and ambience, they all reflect the innovation and excellence of modern Crucian cuisine. Explore our full articles on the best restaurants in St. Thomas and the most romantic places to visit in St. John, as well as our complete guide to the best street food in the Caribbean.
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Guide To Golf Resorts In The United States Virgin IslandsDenmark developed plantations, cultivated sugar and used first criminals and then African slaves as labor.
At the beginning of the 19th century, there was a decline in the sugar industry on the islands, along with slave revolts. If you're visiting St. Thomas, visit the synagogue -the oldest American synagogue in continuous use and a national historic monument- where floors are made of sand. Be sure to get out in the water and see all beaches, especially in St. Thomas (Magens Bay is great for kids) and St.
John (where Trunk Bay is still world famous). See also sprawling botanical garden of St. Croix and keep an eye out for several types of huge sea turtles such as hawksbill and leatherback turtles which are difficult to find but please don't touch wildlife. If you're curious about island's history stroll through brick-lined alleys of downtown St. Thomas during day including Market Square which was site of slave trade and painful separation of families. Adventurous travelers love zip-lining here while more leisurely ones prefer renting boat eating slowly Western Caribbean lunches drinking wine. If you need exercise look for famous “99 steps” Charlotte Amalie capital of Virgin Islands which lead Blackbeard Castle built 1660s by Danish army great place enjoy view. When visiting US Virgin Islands should also listen live music go out tropical drinks John least populated three islands so likely stay hotel B&B while there but spontaneous shows tend pop up all these islands. Thomas check live jazz Sunday afternoons Fat Turtle outdoor bar snorkeling diving top notch here beautiful reefs attract visitors all over world (Virgin Islands Coral Reef Monument fantastic place put goggles) don't miss sprawling coral reef system. If looking nightlife head Red Hook area where find bars restaurants live music dancing night away. No matter what type traveler looking something everyone US Virgin Islands so plan trip soon enjoy beauty culture islands!.
