Page 103 - The Virgin Islands

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Welcome to our islands and our home. We take great 2 LOCATION
pride in the history, culture and beauty that surrounds us Find the unscripted Caribbean
in paradise, and we enjoy sharing it with others. There
are so many wonderful opportunities for sightseeing, 4 HISTORY
relaxing, shopping and enjoying oneself in our beautiful Diverse cultures and exotic influences
tropical islands. It’s great to hear about a family’s
adventures kayaking together around one of our bays, 8 ECOTOURISM
a couple watching a sunset together on the beach or a Exploring natural, untouched beauty
group of friends shopping in our historic towns or visiting
one of our historic monuments. We know the magic of 10 CARNIVAL
these islands, and it gives us great pleasure when others Lose yourself in the music and magic
discover it.
12 GOLF & SPORTS
We are happy to be the chosen destination of so many An outdoor playground awaits
travelers, whether from the Caribbean or other locations
near and far. As a Territory of the United States, we 14 SCUBA & SNORKELING
are uniquely able to offer all the exotic flavors of the A sea of exotic treasures
Caribbean with the assuring familiarity of the United
States. In the USVI, U.S. Citizens don’t even need to bring 16 ANCHORAGES & MOORINGS
a passport; only a smile and your sunscreen are required. An ideal place for yachting
We are happy to welcome you to our islands and hope
that your unscripted experience here will bring you back 18 SHOPPING
again and again. The highest duty-free shopping in the Caribbean

20 CUISINE 1
Island flavors

22 ROMANCE
A beautiful place where your passions can play

24 SAMPLE ITINERARIES
Three perfect weeks on three beautiful islands

26 ISLAND FACTS AND EVENTS
Helpful information for your visit

28 HOTELS
A listing of great places to lay your head

38 ATTRACTIONS
A wealth of things to do in the USVI

50 MAPS
Get the lay of the land: St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas