U. S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum

What is the best Caribbean destination that is family friendly, with good snorkeling and golf? We love St. John, USVI for the access to great snorkeling directly from the beaches, availability of villas for traveling with kids (ages 5 and 7) and their grandparents (ages 75 and 80), but going to St. Thomas for golf is not very convenient. We went to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic last year, where the golf and accommodations were great and convenient, but snorkeling was not good (and there was too much seaweed washing up on the beach). Where is the best place for access to all three (family friendly, good snorkeling, good golf)??? Thanks for any suggestions!!!

Is there any car rental company that will rent a van that holds 8 people? Budget, and Dependable only rent a van that will hold 7. We are going in Dec. and there are 8 of us. Thanks for any suggestions.

in one month, one week and two days. And I am already in that mode I get into just before a trip. But it is too early for that! Any suggestions to keep my mind on the here and now?

Hey I am getting married Oct 3rd and my honeymoon is in St. Thomas. We are staying at the Ritz Carlton and we like to walk a lot, sometimes at night. Are there any places near by that we should be weary of or is it mostly a safe area around there? Thanks
Mitch

Is there any plant, animal, insect that inhabits ST. John that would effect the central nervous system, with symptoms of vertigo and visual migraines?

I know it's hurricane season, but from what I've read it doesn't seem that bad, unless you get unlucky enough to hit a hurricane....any thoughts? Would you go?

We are visiting St. John, to snorkel and be beach bums, drive around the island, drink rum in the sun, etc etc, the week of Sept 20 -27. Does any one have any ideas about what the weather will be like, other than the threat of a hurricane? Any ideas about insects and jellyfish? Have any of you stayed there that time of year? Any comments will be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Cattail

These seem boring to us. They stop at the same main port at every island and we see the same dumpy towns and T shirt shops at every stop. Has anyone done any interesting cruising on a private yacht that stops at all the neat places the cruise ships do not? We are considering a private sailing catamaran for adventure and fun and would love to hear from anyone that has also done this.

We are taking a cruise which stops in St. Thomas....any suggestions for a nice day, where we don't have to be shuffled around by tour guides etc...? Any suggestions on how to best spend our time would be appreciated.

Thank you,

Dawn

i love st. thomas. i am trying to locate a jewelry store called the gold mine. if anyone can help me with a e-mail adress or phone number, i would really appreciate it.
thanks

Can anyone tell me if we can buy UK cigarettes (Silk Cut) anywhere in St. Thomas and approximate cost?

Thank you in advance

We are getting married on Magan's Bay at 9:30am. What are some good things to do afterwards? Pictures may take an hour or so. I can't find any place for "BRUNCH" on a weekday. Suggestions? Or should we all do dinner and dancing at a restaurant/bar that night?

Can you recommend a good seafood restaurant in Charlotte Amalie that serves lobster, etc for lunches only? I will only be on the island for the day.

Thanks

Hi everyone,

My husband and I are planning to visit the US Virgin Islands this Spring Break, from Mar. 12 to Mar. 18, 2009. We cannot decide how long we should stay in Saint Thomas and Saint John. Should we stay few nights in Saint Croix as well? Which island is the most expensive? How can we save money? Please give us some ideas. We really appreciate your advice.


So many thanks from Houston.

Hi, I will be visiting STT and STJ from Jan 15 to Jan 18. I want to rent a car. I was looking around the tips on VT. It seems that it is cheaper to rent a car in STT and take car ferry to STJ, right? Is it OK to rent a regular car or it is better to rent a jeep? Does Compact SUV work good in STJ?

I have a flight landing at 4:16pm on December (There are 11 of us). I need to get to Tortola that night. Is it possible for all of us to make a ferry that leaves Red Hook at 5:30pm?

Thanks,

Dixie

I'll be getting marry in St. John. Which is the best restaurant for 2 on our wedding day?

Is St. John expensive? I know, I asked the stupid question. Is food and money you pay for other attractions pricey? Or would you say it is average for a vacation destination? I know it depends on your budget, but any replies would be greatly appreciated.

Hi!

We will be on St. Thomas for one night in November on our way from New York City to the British Virgin Islands. As our plane from NYC will arrive in the afternoon and as we don't want to risk missing the last ferry to the BVI we want to spend a night in a hotel in St. Thomas.

I have checked hotels and B&Bs but I am not sure which location to pick. Is Charlotte Amalie nice? Or would it be wiser to stay in a place near Red Hook ferry landing, e.g. Secret Harbour Beach Resort. We will rely on public transportation and taxis.

Can anybody help me decide please?
Thanks a million!
Sabine

Do I need a passport if I take a chartered tour from St Thomas to the BVI? Interested in heading to the baths.

Hi! My husband and I are traveling to the Virgin Islands in July. I thought it was time that I book our rental cars. There are so many to choose from....Can anyone recommend some that are reputable?

Thanks a million! :-)

Any information on Chateau La Tete, Mystic Ridge, Great Turtle, or Balance? We're thinking of trying St. John's, although we're huge fans of Virgin Gorda. Priorities: Cleanliness, privacy, space, good pool, safe...Any opinion on the bugs in higher elevations?
Thanks.

We had to reschedule with all of six days notice when we were informed that he'd overbooked! And that for Easter Week, 2008! Fortunately, we were able to find another villa due to a cancellation. Ask about San Costanzo villa which overlooks Fish Bay near Cruz Bay! It cost us, and we only got six (not seven) days . . . but St. John is worth it! This was my first poor experience with a VRBO rental, but it has scared me a bit.

Hi, I am going to be staying at the Wyndam Resort (October) and have heard that there is a small bar just up the road. I was wondering if this hotel is away from the good party spots. I am in my late 30's and still like to party and see the bikini's. Im looking for a very casual good nightlife.

Back in 1979, I visited and was absolutely astounded by a shop that had large encased glass framed pieces of art, filled with radiant butterflies, that appeared to have been stirred up, and/or were flying in a sort of order, up and swirling, and just so beautiful. I want to purchase one of these for my wife, who is going through her third bout with breast cancer....butterflies to her have connective meaning, and I am away from her as she goes through this battle, because of my job. The butterflies are a true glimer of hope for her. Does anyone know if the particular shop still exists, and the name of the shop? thank you, Dave

Obviously, it's easy to find temperatures, but please tell me if you can, how cool does it get in the evening? Do you put on something with long sleeves? Getting excited, eleven days 'til we go! Mimi

Hi all,

does anybody here have advise on a good and reasonable priced hotel somewhere near the Airport or the Port at Charlotte Amalie? We will just stay there for one night in order to continue our trip to the BVI the next morning. The trip will be in early November.

I have looked at VT's hotel tips for St. Thomas before. Unfortunately there aren't many recommendations. As I expect that there are more people here who are too lazy to build pages (like me ;) I assume more people have visited the USVI?

Another question is what we could do around the area considering we land at STT in the afternoon and leave the next morning. We won't have a rental car so we have to rely on public transport and/or taxis. Is there anything we shouldn't miss?

Thanks a lot in advance for your replies.
Sabs

My wife and I wil be visiting the BEAUTIFUL island of ST CROIX in April. I am wondering if anyone has any "SHORE" fishing info that would help me. Such as type of fish, bait, spots to fish. We are staying at The Palms at Pelican Cove near Christiansted and will be renting a car. I already know I donot need a licence as I will be just catching and releasing the fish. Thanks so much for your help, Fishinguy.

We will be in ST. Thomas on 3/13 and I was wondering if anyone has shopped for or bought a camera on the Islands? I am talking about the high dollar cameras, not the point and shoot. I am looking to price a EOS Digital Canon, Maybe the (5D) does anyone know if they carry this item in any of the shops? Any information would be apprecitated.

Thank You,
IL

Can anyone recommend a reliable and not too pricey charter to The Baths from STJ? I've heard of Limnos and New Horizons.