US Virgin Islands sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
Many tourists know this island country in the Caribbean Sea as a center of beach recreation and water sports. This is a true magnet for all fans of picturesque nature, diving, and fishing. The U.S. Virgin Islands are also suitable for everyone who wants to stay away from noisy and popular resorts. Every island of the archipelago has its own unique peculiarities that can attract tourists hungry for new experiences.
1. The U.S. Virgin Islands is an expensive resort. Nevertheless, tourists must be ready to add tips - 10-15% to all bills. The service fee – 10% – …
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The U.S. Virgin Islands – Saint Thomas, Saint Croix, and Saint John – are a paradise for beach recreation, divers, and nature fans. This is a …
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Besides the capital, it is worth visiting the small town of Red Hook on Saint Thomas Island. It is well-known far beyond the borders of the country thanks to its miraculous Coral World Ocean Park. In this park, there are an interesting observatory, an aquarium with a transparent tunnel, and several halls with interesting thematic exhibitions. Not far from the ocean park, tourists will find attractive beaches that are particularly popular with fans of scuba diving.
The U.S. Virgin Islands are well-known as a paradise for shoppers. Duty-free goods attract tourists no less than warm sea and white sand. Perhaps, …
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Saint Croix Island has the least developed tourist infrastructure. There are no large hotels, loud beaches, and crowds of tourists here. If this is exactly what you need, consider spending several days of Saint Croix and admire the beauty of local nature. There are still several old sugarcane plantations on this island, as well as stone mills used to make sugar. As local coastal waters have some incredibly beautiful coral reefs, Saint Croix is perfectly suitable for all fans of scuba diving.
Every country has its own holidays, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as a part of the United States of America, share many holidays with the continental …
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Large cities of the United States have daily flights to the Virgin Islands. It is easy to reach from the airports of Miami, New York, Atlanta, Boston, and Washington. As these are all direct flights, tourists can reach the islands as quickly as possible. There is one more way to reach these Caribbean Islands – a flight from Puerto Rico. Besides the airplane, this city has regular ferry connection with the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Magens Bay
From the series “Top 15 Most Romantic Beaches on Earth”
The Virgin Islands have long been popular among romantic holidaymakers and couples in love. One of the most romantic beaches of the archipelago is on the island of St. Thomas. With the Magens Bay Beach many interesting stories about pirates are connected. It has been remaining a haven for them for many years. If you believe the legends, then a lot of pirate hiding palces with treasures are hidden close to the coast. Unusual shape of the coast reinforces the atmosphere of romance. If you look at it from a height, then the coast line reminds a heart a little.
Close to the coast are dense thickets of palm trees, in the shade of which you can hide in a hot day. It is also worth noting that Magens Bay is the only paid beach on the island. To get to its territory, you need to pay about 4 USD. … Read all
Close to the coast are dense thickets of palm trees, in the shade of which you can hide in a hot day. It is also worth noting that Magens Bay is the only paid beach on the island. To get to its territory, you need to pay about 4 USD. … Read all
Saint John
From the series “The Most Beautiful Islands on the Planet”
The island of Saint John, located in the Caribbean Sea, is popular with the active recreation and the unusual, picturesque holiday destinations. The tiny island is one of the American Virgin Islands and is the smallest of them. The surface area is 50.8 sq km. Despite the relatively modest size, Saint John is rich in the unique natural sights you can not see anywhere else in the world.
For many years now the archipelago has been explored by archaeologists whose valuable finds are presented in the local museum. In the district of Cinnamon-Bay is one of the most interesting archeological districts, now open to all interested parties. In the district of Riff Bay, you can see the old rock drawings in addition to the picturesque beaches. One of the most important historical sights of the … Read all
For many years now the archipelago has been explored by archaeologists whose valuable finds are presented in the local museum. In the district of Cinnamon-Bay is one of the most interesting archeological districts, now open to all interested parties. In the district of Riff Bay, you can see the old rock drawings in addition to the picturesque beaches. One of the most important historical sights of the … Read all
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