How to Do Cruises in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Nothing beats a 360 degree view of St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix that you get to experience from the sea. But before you set sail on the pearly blue, here’s a sneak peek on how to do cruises in the U.S. Virgin Islands:
St. Thomas
When cruises port in St. Thomas, all of the activities and sites to see can be overwhelming. A popular spot to start at is the capital itself. Charlotte Amalie is the heart of activity and home to over 51,000 residents. While docked at this largely mountainous city, you can enjoy hikes along the beaches or through historic homes and inns with panoramic views of the whole island and ocean wherever you look. For those who want to spend even more time on the water, snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, sailing and fishing are options as well.
St. John
Perhaps the most special things about cruises in the U.S. Virgin Islands is having different things to do on each island. Unlike the other islands, St. John houses the Virgin Islands National Park. It protects over 7,000 acres of its 12,5000 acres making up the entire island. Also, hiking trails and tours through the historic sugar plantation ruins are another fun and interesting change in scenery. Aside from nature, Cruz Bay and Coral Bay are very popular stops due to the shopping, restaurants and fantastic views. So as you can see, this island offers something for everyone.
St. Croix
When your cruise ship reaches St. Croix, be sure to take in the breathtaking views. Being the largest island, it is 84 square miles total and houses three national parks. As you can imagine, there is a variety of nature things to partake in, such as marine gardens and pre-historic ruins. Also, you can take a load off and hit the green with a round of golf or enjoy jeep tours and a outdoor jazz concerts before you get back on the boat.
You won’t be disappointed on any of the cruises in the U.S. Virgin Islands. No matter what you choose, you can’t go wrong with any of our amazing islands! For more things to do in the U.S. Virgin Islands, click here.