U.S. Virgin Islands
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With three beautiful islands of St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas, the United States Virgin Islands offers something for everyone. Breathtaking beaches with emerald water. Secluded coves, pristine coral reefs, and untouched rainforests. Friendly people with a unique music, cuisine, and culture. Posh hotels, cozy inns, and unspoiled campgrounds. Wonderful restaurants, world-class shopping, and exciting festivals. The islands offer the most romantic setting for your special wedding or honeymoon.
The U.S. Virgin Islands welcome cruise ships year-round from Miami, San Juan, the U.S. West Coast, and other ports around the world.
The U.S. Virgin Islands have daily, non-stop flights from New York, Newark, Baltimore, Atlanta, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale. Connecting flights are availabe to and from Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, Miami, and Atlanta via the San Juan hub. In addition, there's connecting service from Canada, Europe, South America, and the Far East. Commuter service between San Juan and St. Croix and St. Thomas is also available.
Travel between the U.S. Virgin Islands is simple and convenient. St. John is just 20 minutes from St. Thomas by ferry. There is also daily direct service between St. Croix and St. Thomas by small plane. The trip takes about 25 minutes. Helicopter service also connects the islands.
Taxis are available everywhere, anytime, on all three islands. Rates are based on destination instead of mileage. Car and four-wheel drive rentals are a popular way to see the sights of each island. Most major rental companies and several local rental companies rent automobiles on the islands. If you do rent a vehicle, please remember to drive on the left! The U.S. Virgin Islands also offers convenient bus service.
Another option available to travelers to the USVI is V.I. Fast Ferry which offers seasonal ferry service (November - May) between downtown Charlotte Amalie and Gallows Bay, St. Croix. The V.I. Fast Ferry's "Salacia" is a 600-passenger ferry with a ride time of about one hour and fifteen minutes.
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