The US Virgin Islands are a popular holiday destination, with St. Thomas and St. Croix being the two main islands. St.
Thomas is the gateway to the US Virgin Islands and is the most commercialized of the three islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches, such as Magens Bay, which is great for kids, and Trunk Bay, which is world-famous. The capital of the Virgin Islands, Charlotte Amalie, is home to the famous “99 steps” which lead to Blackbeard Castle. Croix is known for its sprawling botanical gardens and its rich history of sugar plantations and slave revolts.
It also has some of the best snorkeling and diving in the world, with its Virgin Islands Coral Reef Monument being a must-see. John is the least populated of the three islands and is known for its quiet beaches and stunning national park. No matter which island you choose to visit, there are plenty of accommodation options available. For those looking for a luxurious stay, there are plenty of high-end hotels in St.
Thomas, such as The Point Pleasant Resort and The Ritz-Carlton. For a more laid-back experience, Estate Lindholm in St. John offers 16 rooms with stunning views and a full kitchen. The Buccaneer in St.
Croix is also a popular spot, with its 18-hole golf course, eight tennis courts, and three private beaches. When it comes to food, the US Virgin Islands have plenty to offer. Local specialties include conch fritters, Caribbean lobster, grouper, flying fish, grilled chicken, roasted pork, pepper pot and goat stew. Oceana in St.
Thomas serves bouillabaisse, pork rillettes and mushroom and leek tatin pie while Gladys Café in St. Thomas offers classic dishes with homemade hot sauce. Balter in St. Croix has a curated balcony and fresh herbs from their private garden.
When it comes to getting to the US Virgin Islands, travelers must fly to either of the two cities of St. Croix which have airports. To get to St. John, travelers must take a 20-minute ferry or chartered boat.
The main islands are also popular ports of call for cruise ships so consider taking a Caribbean cruise if you’re interested in seeing this chain of islands. When it comes to currency, the US dollar is what matters most but most stores and restaurants accept credit cards (except American Express). It’s also important to note that rum is cheaper than Coca-Cola on these islands so be careful when ordering drinks! Lastly, it’s considered rude not to greet someone before speaking so make sure you say “good morning” or “good afternoon” when approaching someone!.
