The Best Snorkeling in St. Thomas: A Beach Guide
St. Thomas waters are filled with snorkeling opportunities. Most of the reefs and underwater habitats are within feet of the shore. So grab the sunscreen (“It don’t matter if you’re black or white”), some fins, snorkel, mask and if you’re super safety-conscious, a flotation vest. In this article I’m going to explore the best and […]
Camping in St. Thomas
The Lost Mango Campgrounds I love the outdoors. All my favorite activities are best done outside – swimming, fishing, kayaking, sailing, drinking…just to name a few. Before I moved to the Caribbean I imagined and island life with me camping out on a beach just steps from the ocean. Waking up to climb a coconut […]
The Definitive Guide to Villas in St. Thomas
This guide walks you through the best locations for staying at a villa, condo or AirBnb on St. Thomas.
St. Thomas Restaurant Guide – 2022
This list is constantly changing. I try to revisit this list every year. As of this writing (2022), here are all the restaurants that I know of in St. Thomas with a brief description and phone number. Amalia Café – downtown Charlotte Amalie. Very European. Higher price meals. Get the Paella Valenciana … 340-714-7373 Barefoot […]
St. Thomas and St. John Weddings and Vow Renewals
St. Thomas and St. John Weddings and Vow Renewals Thousands of couples choose St. Thomas and St. John, Virgin Islands as their wedding destination. Now I don’t know all the reasons why people choose these tiny little rocks in the Caribbean Sea, but I spoke with a wedding expert here on island to get some […]
Getting Married in St. Thomas and St. John
St. Thomas and St. John Weddings and Vow Renewals Thousands of couples choose St. Thomas and St. John, Virgin Islands as their wedding destination. Now I don’t know all the reasons why people choose these tiny little rocks in the Caribbean Sea, but I spoke with a wedding expert here on island to get some […]
Map of St. Thomas Beaches
First, a word about getting around St. Thomas. If you haven’t already heard, we drive on the left here. No one really knows why. Or, at least can give a satisfactory answer. So STAY LEFT! 🙂
The Best St. Thomas Beaches
If you are visiting St. Thomas for the day or a week, these are the beaches that you must visit if you want the idyllic island experience. Each beach has its own character and feel. And each beach is a stand out for different reasons. This is your guide to beaches on St. Thomas.* See […]
Where to Eat in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands-East End Edition
The Best Restaurants in the East End of St. Thomas If you are staying in the East End area (Cowpet, Elysian, Sapphire, Ritz Carlton, Sugar Bay) you probably have seen the stretch of bars and restaurants in RedHook. The whole stretch can’t be more than a 1000 ft, but it could take your entire vacation to […]
The Best Cruise Ship Excursions in St. Thomas
If you plan on booking a shore excursion for your visit to St. Thomas, you have the option of either booking an excursion through the cruise line or through an online booking engine. The cruise ships have an extensive collection of tours you can book directly with them. This is a convenient way to plan […]