After writing about Five Things to Do During Your Trip To Tortola, B.V.I., I thought it would only be fitting for me to do a companion post about where I ACTUALLY grew up: St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.
I always get asked what there is to do in the Virgin Islands when traveling there on vacation. Since I was just there, here are five easy must-does when you take your own trip!
1. Have Brunch at Sugar Bay Resort and Spa
The view while we ate at Manor House at Sugar Bay Resort
First off let me admit that I deleted most of the photos for this post by mistake (phone difficulties). Thank God for Foursquare or else I wouldn’t have been able to download the shots I took and uploaded! *whew*. Anyhoo … a couple years ago my mom and I took a few friends out the Sugar Bay for Sunday brunch in the Mangrove Restaurant down near the pool and beach. It was awesome, so we wanted to take hubby there during out past trip but thought they only did it on Sundays. Turns out we were wrong, and they have brunch daily in the Manor House in the main hotel building! Definitely call to verify times. The menu included all the typical American-breakfast favorites (which you may really be happy to see because they are hard to come by in the V.I. lol) and of course, incredible views. More information at SugarBayResortandSpa.com
2. Take a day trip St. John
image: soulofamerica.com
I already spoke about St. John, U.S.V.I. in my post about things to do from the British Virgin Islands … but it warrents mentioning again (can you tell I love St. John?). Take a ferry from Red Hook or downtown Charlotte Amalie to Cruz Bay, St. John and spend the day taking in all that the island has to offer. There’s Mongoose Junction and Wharfside Village shopping right off the dock, or take a quick taxi ride to Truck Bay Beach. What about heading over to Caneel Bay Resort and having dinner and drinks or better yet spend the night there and make it an overnight trip! More information at VisitUSVI.com/StJohn
3. Spend a Morning at Coral World Ocean Park
image: coralworldvi.com
Coral World has been around for eons! When I was growing up it consisted of the white dome-shaped observatory tower pictured above. Now that tower is just one of the expansive displays in the park. You can see sharks, sea turtles, sea lions, sting rays, star fish, and iguanas up close and personal (actually way too up close and personal for the iguanas in my opinion LOL). Definitely spend a morning or an afternoon leisurely perusing the exhibits and taking in the tranquil views of Coki Point Beach. More information: CoralWorldVI.com.
4. Shop Till You Drop at Yacht Haven Grand Marina
Moi at Yacht Haven waiting for my
mom to stop shopping *never* LOL
When I was growing up Yacht Haven was a posh marina and resort; I was even a flower girl in a wedding there. Then something happened and it dropped off and became run down. Well recently it has been revived beyond its former glory with upscale shops like Gucci, BCBG Max Azria, and White House Black Market as well as great eateries to choose from (I highly recommend Fat Turtle *yummers*). To top it off you get views of amazing yachts, the cruise ships docked at Havensight Mall, and downtown Charlotte Amalie. You can’t beat that! More information at YachtHavenGrande.com.
5. Catch a Show at Reichhold Center for the Arts
I wish I worked at Riechhold, point blank. When I was growing up I attended many shows and concerts there and also performed there several times with the V.I. School of Dance (you didn’t know that huh?). My high school graduation was also held here. Every time I go home I go there and just walk around. I love that place; it makes my spirit happy. It depends on the time of the year but definitely call them up or visit the box office to see what shows they have during your trip, then go! I did this once and ended up seeing a pretty sweet performance by Dance Brazil. More information at ReichholdCenter.com
Bonus {’cause I’m so helpful lOL}
- Have dinner at XO Bistro. Everything I tasted there was so delicious!
- Spend a day basking in the sun and waves at Magens Bay Beach: my FAVORITE place on the PLANET.
- Visit Fort Christian in downtown. I spend many days here as an art student. Many.
- Take the tram up to Paradise Point and have drinks overlooking downtown. I’ve never been, but you go ’cause I’ve heard it is awesome!
There’s so much more to do on St. Thomas, definitely explore and let me know if you did any of the things on this list!
Until next time Glam Fam I wish you
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I will be there soon but I’m not sure if a cruise counts. I can’t wait to get off the ship and explore!
It absolutely counts! I know people who have done the St.John day trip on a cruise but I wouldn’t recommend it for newbies. You could definitely catch a taxi to Yacht Haven if your ship docks at Havensight (it’s right up the street). A trip to Coral World would work too, just do it as soon as you get off the ship so you have plenty time to look around then catch a taxi back to the ship. The taxis are generally vans or Safari busses (think huge open-side bus thingies). If you tell them where you want to go they’ll take you. Unfortunately often times they wait to fill up before they leave the dock then drive you all over the planet before your destination, but eventually you’ll get there (my dad used to be a taxi so no shade HA!). Have a great time
Coral World was exactly what I was thinking. Gosh, I’m so excited to have a BREAK! Hopefully my transitioning hair will hold up in the humidity.
Your hair should be fine but it most likely will poof up where it’s natural. Make sure to pick a style that can accommodate the humidity and you’ll be ok
I just love St. Thomas. I’ve been twice and St. John… def, a must see beach area
Yep, I stay on St. John whenever I go home. Love Mongoose Junction and Truck Bay. Love. I would actually consider living over there if it were cost effective (which it probably isn’t LOL).
I so LOVE the VI!! Magens Bay is the best beach I have ever been to. St. John is so drop dead gorgeous, everything looks like a post card! Next time I go, I will take your advice!
Glad to help, I love it too
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Got to know many things about the Beautiful Caribbean Island-Saint Thomas .
Thanks man for so informative post .
You’re welcomed