U. S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum

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.

We are visiting friends in a few weeks from Canada.

What big box stores ship to St.Thomas ?

I know walmart does and I think Target. I know Sears does not !!!

Any other stores that ship there ???

Thanks

Can anyone tell me what Harbor Nights in Frederiksted are like? If there is a Harbor Night, does that mean there is a cruise ship there?
We went to St. Croix several years ago. We attended what I think was a Harbor Night, but most of it was cancelled due to rain. There was, though, a terrific youth group playing African type drums with girls dancing in front. I'd like to try to see them again. We'll be in St. Croix from March 12-26.
Thanks.

We will be visiting St. Croix in March. Are there any island celebrations for St. Patrick's Day and Easter?

Has anyone been there? Do they have Texas "Hold'em?

My husband and I are goig to St John in June...has anyone stayed at either Lost Horizon or Allesandra villas, and what are your thoughts on them? Thanks

Hi, My husband and I would like to take the ferry from S. Croix to St. Thomas but I sometimes get seasick. Has anyone taken this ferry and can tell me if the waters are usually calm or rough?

Hi!! My husband and I are going to the Virgin Islands for 10 days in July.

*2 nights in St. Thomas
*4 nights in Tortola
*4 nights in St. John

We want to rent a car on each island. We also will be taking day trips to other BVI while on Tortola. Do we rent cars on these islands too??? What is the best way to do this? We will fly into STT airport, but other than that, should we try to rent from the ferry docks? I just can't seem to get my brain around all these car rentals. Thanks for your help! :-)

Hiya!

I have been checking timetables all day and I can't seem to find an answer to my question. Maybe somebody here can help?

My question: In my planned itinerary we would be arriving on a flight from Newark to St. Thomas (STT) at 14:45. The last ferry to the BVI leaves from Charlotte Amalie at 16:30. There's a later ferry from Red Hook leaving at 17:30. Does any of you know whether it will be possible for us to catch one of these ferries? We won't have a rental car on the USVI, so we have to rely on taxi/busses.

Thanks a million in advance for your help!
Sabs

i'm 23 visiting st. croix for a week this february. i've been looking online at places to stay and everything seems real expensive. i'm not afraid of hole in the wall places. would i be shooting myself in the foot if i waited until i arrived on the island to find a cheap local motel/hotel? do these exist or is everything aimed to tourists and expensive?

if you know of cheap places to stay or have any advice please let me know.

Hi,

Would like to know how much do these pvt villas cost on a daily basis? Is it too much for just a couple? How safe is it?

Thanks

Hi guys,

Would like some feedback on how best to spend time in St Thomas,St Johns & St Croix.We are planning a trip in Feb for our first anniversary.Is it peak or off-peak season? Heard Marriot n Wyndham are good.How far are they from the beach?
Looking for something romantic but would also want to do something adventurous during the day.Like the top 10 things to-do list.

Do they have island hopping ferry services?My husband and I are not into swimming.Is it even worth the trip?What other activities do you think we might enjoy.

And do you know any travel agents who might cut out a good deal for us? Waiting for some great responses.
Thanks

My DH & I are looking to rent a private villa on St. Thomas in Jan '08. Questions: what do we need to ask about or be aware of when picking a rental? Are there areas that aren't particularly safe for tourists to stay? Better areas of the island to look for a place? Bad areas to stay away from, rental-wise? Have you heard anything about the villa, El Sol (on Solberg)? Any and all information would be greatly appreciated.

I'm travelling to St. Thomas in Jan and my family has booked Villa St. Thomas. I'm wondering if anyone has any information on the place.

http://www.saintthomasvacationrentals.com/VillaSt.Thomas1.htm

Thanks.

Hope someone can help me in this query. Cruising the Caribbean in Jan and on our stop-off in St thomas there are just a few places I want to visit. Therefore, Is it possible to hire a taxi, tell the driver exactly where I want to go, agree a price and expect him either to wait at each destination or pick up at an agredd time (paying at the end of the day ) ?? More to the point, how much approximately would this cost assuming 3-4 hours.? All advice gratefully received. Thanking you, in anticipation. Paul

I'm looking to go to St Croix. I'm cheap and the flights are much cheaper to St Thomas (even cheaper to San Juan) than to St Croix from New York City. Can anyone tell me how long it would take/ how difficult/ how expensive it would be to go from the St Thomas airport to the ferry location to go to St Croix. Once I get to St Croix I have a friend to pick me up anywhere on the island. It seems that taking a little puddle jumper plane from island to island would cancel out any savings from flying to St Thomas but a ferry would still save me 100$-ish and I wouldn't mind a nice pleasant boat ride anyway.

thanks,
adam

I am planning a honeymoon in June and just wondering how the weather is that time of year. Would it be advisable to rent a place with A/C or are the night cool enough to go without? I've read some stuff about mosquitos... are they a big problem? Any help appreciated!

Hi,
I am going to spend a night in jan'08 in St.Thomas(Charlotte Amalie).I'd appreciate info about the cheapest hotel there.
Thank you
Sandeep

We are due to call on a cruise in December 2007. Are there any good value computer shops near to the cruise terminal or in the town?

The first time we visited St Thomas - we ate at the "Hard Rock" cafe. We found out it was no longer there two years ago. We always go through the "breezeway" between some stores and shop this are and the other street away from the waterfront. Is this safe?

Thanks

Hi!!

I hope this isn't too silly....Can you jet ski from St. Thomas to St. John?

Hi! My husband and I are planning a trip to the Virgin Islands in June/July 2008. We are flying to St. Thomas and plan to spend a couple of days and then on to Tortola for a week. What do you think of this plan?

Day 1 - fly to St. Thomas; explore
Day 2 - ferry to St. John; explore St. John for the day
Day 3 - explore St. Thomas; ferry to Tortola
Day 4 - explore Tortola
Day 5 - ferry to Virgin Gorda
Day 6 - ferry to Jost Van Dyke
Day 7 - explore Tortola
Day 8 - ferry to Peter Island
Day 9 - ferry back to St. Thomas; fly home

Here are some questions:

*Has anyone stayed at Pavilions and Pools on St. Thomas?

*Has anyone stayed at the Long Bay Beach resort on Tortola?

*Should we rent a car the entire time, or just rent one for a day on each island that we visit?

Thanks so much for answering my many, many questions. I look forward to hearing your suggestions.

:-)