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ST THOMAS
Calling Code: +1
St. Thomas is the island of preference for those looking for
ambient beauty as well as a cosmopolitan environment. With
the Atlantic to the north and the Caribbean to the south, this
mountainous island offers vistas in almost every direction,
including lovely Magens Bay. And its lush green foliage and
colorful flowers provide
the ideal backdrop for any
vacation.
Surrounded by
all this natural glory is
Charlotte Amalie, a town humming with energy. It's the capital
of the U.S. Virgin Islands and one of the top ten ports of call in
the Caribbean. For good reason. Charlotte Amalie boasts
some of the finest duty-free
shopping available, especially on
the Waterfront and Main Street.
Be on the lookout for fine jewelry,
leather goods, perfume, crystal
and much more. And don't
forget our generous duty-free
allowance!
As you wander
through this harbor town, you'll
be amazed by all the attractions.
You may want to climb the
"99 Steps" for one of the many
glorious views of Charlotte Amalie Harbor.
For a trip back in time,
visit the historic Fort Christian. Constructed in 1672 by Dutch
settlers, it's one of the oldest structures in the islands. Don't miss the Virgin Islands Museum housed in the fort's dungeon
(formerly a prison). There's also Emancipation Park, where
Governor von Scholten announced the emancipation of slaves
in 1848. While the town of Charlotte Amalie has much to
offer, be sure to allow plenty of time for some of the
island's other highlights. Mountain Top, for instance, offers
breathtaking views of turqoise waters and the "world's best
banana daiquiri."
Nature lovers
will want to visit Estate
St. Peter Greathouse and
Botanical Gardens, where you'll
wander through a three-acre
estate covered with a variety of
tropical plants. From there, you
can relax at Magens Bay,
voted one of the ten most
beautiful beaches in the
world. Or perhaps enjoy
a round of golf at the
famous Mahogany
Run Golf Course.
Beware of the Devil's Triangle: a
trio of cliffside holes so challenging
that anyone who completes them
with an even par score is awarded a
special certificate. There's so much more to experience
on St. Thomas. The cruise ships. The sport fishing. Carnival.
World-class dining. We hope you'll enjoy it all.
If there's a place you've stayed or something you've done, but we haven't listed, review it for us!
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