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Welcome Welcome From the Governor .................... 6 Greetings from the Commissioner of Tourism.................................................... 8 Travel Tips................................................ 10 Helpful Information.................................. 12 Customs allowances and other information

Attractions & Activities 10 Best Things To Do............................... 16 Island Attractions...................................... 18 Common Caribbean Reef Fish................. 22 Beaches.................................................... 23 Watersports ............................................. 24 Powerboat Rentals, Charters, Sportfishing, Daysail, Scuba Snorkeling in St. Thomas & St. John ....... 34 Historic Walking Tour................................ 40 Special Offers on Attractions & Activities................................................ 94

Shopping Yacht Haven Grande................................. 42 Shop Talk.................................................. 44 Crown Bay Center.................................... 54 Special Shopping Offers!.......................... 92 Havensight Shopping Mall....................... 96

Entertainment & Events Entertainment, May - June ........................ 56 Island Events, May - June .......................... 58

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TABLE of Contents

St. Thomas Island................................ 36-37 Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas.............. 38-39 Yacht Haven Grande................................. 42 Crown Bay Center ................................... 54 Cruz Bay, St. John..................................... 85 St. John Island.......................................... 89

Where to Stay Where to Stay........................................... 72

St. Thomas Dining Restaurants at a Glance ........................... 64 Local Foods.............................................. 66 St. Thomas Restaurants ........................... 67

St. John Welcome to St. John ............................... 79 St. John Beaches ..................................... 80 Getting Around St. John ......................... 82 St. John car rental, taxi and ferry information 5 Best Things To Do................................. 83 St. John Attractions.................................. 84 St. John Shop Talk ................................... 85 Cruz Bay, St. John Map ........................... 85 Mongoose Junction ................................. 87 St. John Restaurants ................................ 88 Where to Stay St. John ............................ 89 St. John Island Map ................................. 89

Transportation St. Thomas Car Rentals ........................... 74 Inter Island Ferry Schedules .................... 76 St. Thomas Taxis Rates ............................ 78 St. John Taxis Rates ................................. 82

Of General Interest History of the Virgin Islands ..................... 14 Common Caribbean Reef Fish................. 22 St. Thomas Beaches ................................ 23 St. John Beaches......................................... 80 Cruise Ship Schedule ................................. 90

Special Offer Coupons Shopping, Restaurants, Attractions & Activities ............................................... 92

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LETTER from the Governor OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS

Good Day and welcome to the United States Virgin Islands! Our people welcome you. We are a unique place to visit with a variety of islands: St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John, Water Island and dozens of small cays and islets. Each island is unique. Each offers distinct and memorable experiences. St. Croix is our largest island and we invite you to discover our historic towns; Christiansted and Frederiksted and discover the quaint shops and Danish Architecture. St Croix has wide open spaces, magnificent vistas and a unique culture. St. John is almost all National Park and perfectly preserved. It has sparkling turquoise bays and long, lazy beaches. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. St Thomas is the shopping center of the Caribbean with duty free shopping and a vibrant nightlife. Charlotte Amalie is the capital city of the United States Virgin Islands with its huge natural harbor, bustling port and vistas that will take your breath away. Try our underwater delights, bask on a beach, soak up some sunshine, sail into sunset or hike the trails. You can see why we call this "America’s Paradise." As the new Governor of the United States Virgin Islands, I assure you that we will do everything possible to make your stay enjoyable. Our people are warm and friendly. We will welcome you in conversation. Don’t hesitate to ask people for directions or shopping tips. Our people are eager to help you enjoy your visit. I extend to you my warmest greetings and hope you enjoy your vacation in the United States Virgin Islands! Sincerely, Kenneth Mapp Governor

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LETTER from the Commissioner USVI DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM

Welcome to the United States Virgin Islands! St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas are each distinguished by unique and appealing personalities. I invite you to discover the distinct and varied offerings of each of our islands. We are pleased that you are taking the time to visit St. Croix, the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, where you can experience a mix of rich heritage and culture with exciting land and sea activities. Pastel buildings, historic fortresses and majestic churches can be seen in the charming towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted, while offshore some of the best scuba diving sites in the world await your exploration. Home to superb dining, an exciting nightlife and duty-free shopping, St. Thomas is the most cosmopolitan of our three islands. Our capital, Charlotte Amalie, is the most visited port in the Caribbean and boasts one of the most magnificent harbors in the world. Whether soaking up the sun on one of St. Thomas’ many beautiful beaches, shopping along the downtown waterfront, or visiting island attractions, you will find plenty to fill your days and nights on the island. If it is unspoiled beaches and a tranquil atmosphere you are seeking, then look no further than St. John. Enjoy snorkeling in the crystal blue water, or just relax on one of the world-renowned pristine beaches. Two-thirds of the island is a National Park, established in the 1950s with land donated by American financier Laurance Rockefeller. Hike the trails or camp out under the stars in St. John’s lush, untainted environment. While each of the islands has its own personality, their proximity makes island hopping quick and easy. Whatever way you choose to spend your vacation in the U.S. Virgin Islands, it is sure to be memorable. Enjoy your stay! Sincerely,

Beverly Nicholson-Doty Commissioner of Tourism

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TRAVELING IN THE USVI

Federal and state partners of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security hope that you have enjoyed your stay in the Virgin Islands. As you leave, keep in mind the following advice to help make your trip through the airport as efficient and comfortable as possible:

ARRIVE ON TIME. Remember to leave adequate time to

check baggage and move through security. Security measures in the Virgin Islands are unique. All passengers and crew traveling from the U.S. Virgin Islands to the continental United States and Puerto Rico must be cleared by officers of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to determine admissibility to the United States. Each individual must complete the CBP Declaration Form 6059B. Check with airlines for recommended arrival time.

PACK SMART. Pack an organized carry-on bag using layers

– a layer of clothes, then electronics, more clothes, and then any heavier items. Innocent items can actually appear to be potential threats in an X-ray image, simply by the way they are packed.

PAY ATTENTION TO 3-1-1 RULE. Liquids, gels, and aero-

sols are permitted in 3- ounce containers, placed in a 1-quartsize, clear plastic, zip-top bag, one bag per traveler. If you can pour it, pump it, squeeze it, spread it, smear it, spray it, or spill it, it’s subject to these limits. Tamarind and cherry stews are considered liquids and gels. Breast milk and medically necessary liquids like baby formula and insulin are permitted, but must be declared to a security officer at the checkpoint before they go through the x-ray machine.

ing procedures to those 12 and under and will be able to leave on their shoes and a light jacket or outer wear when passing through security. Travelers and families of passengers with disabilities or medical conditions may call the TSA Cares helpline toll free at 855-787-2227, 72 hours prior to traveling with any questions about screening policies, procedures and what to expect at the security checkpoint.

FOR CHECKED BAGS. Lock your suitcase with a TSA-

approved lock and be sure not to pack any hazardous materials. Liquids and gels greater than 3 ounces - such as duty free purchases (including alcohol, perfume and lotion) - purchased before entering the checkpoint, should be placed in checked baggage.

FISH AND WILDLIFE. In order to keep our islands beauti-

ful, we must protect our natural resources. The VI code prohibits the taking, catching, possessing, transporting or exporting of indigenous species. The prohibition also includes the removal of coral, sea shells, sand, and other native species, flora and fauna. Commercially caught legal size conch and whelk are the only shells that can be removed from the territory. Some of the items may also be considered prohibited based on TSA security protocol. Federal and state partners of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security remind travelers to be vigilant by reporting suspicious activity to local law enforcement. If you see something, say something. The traveling public plays an important role in security.

DRESS THE PART. Transportation Security Officers (TSOs)

have to resolve any anomaly detected at the checkpoint. TSA strongly recommends removing ALL items from pockets, as well as certain accessories, including wallet, belt, bulky jewelry, money, keys, and cell phone. Place those items into your carry-on bags. Also please remove shoes before entering the screening technology and put them directly on the belt. Removing all of these items will reduce the chance of needing additional screening.

HAVE THE FOLLOWING READY. Passengers should

be prepared to present their own boarding pass and a valid federal or state issued government ID, such as a valid driver’s license or passport with your name as it appears on your boarding pass. You will have to show these items twice. Once to CBP and the second time to TSA security personnel.

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HELPFUL Information

TRAVELING IN THE USVI

SIZE

BANKS. The following banks operate in the US Virgin

POPULATION

Banco Popular First Bank Virgin Islands Scotiabank

St. Thomas – 32 Square Miles St. John – 19 Square Miles St. Croix – 84 Square Miles

Islands:

St. Thomas has 52,000 residents St. John has 4,300 residents St. Croix has 54,000 residents

TAXATION. There is no sales tax in the Virgin Islands.

LANGUAGE. There are many West Indian dialects which

MAIL. The US Virgin Islands are a territory of the United

you may hear, most of them are predominantly English based. There are people from all over the Caribbean living here so If you don’t understand what has been said to you, politely ask for the person to repeat what they have said. Preface all questions and requests with a greeting first. Customarily, "Good Morning" or "Good Day" will get you prompt service and many smiles.

CURRENCY & CREDIT CARDS. The currency of the US

Virgin Islands is the US Dollar. Major credit cards are accepted in almost all – but not all – establishments. Ask before you make a purchase or order food. ATM machines are located in banks and at other commercial locations. There is a freestanding ATM machine on the West Indian Company Cruise Ship Dock next to the Welcome Center.

Street Smarts Visitors should exercise the same safety precautions used when traveling anywhere else in the world. Lock your hotel door or car when you exit. Don’t answer the door in a hotel without verifying whom it is. Place all valuables in the hotel’s safe deposit box. Be aware of your surroundings, particularly after dark, and stay in well-lighted areas.

PROBLEMS WHILE VISITING: EMERGENCY: 911 Information: 913

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Residents pay income tax to the USVI government. There are no state income taxes. States and therefore use the same postal system and US mail rates. You can mail an unlimited amount of locally purchased gifts back to the states but liquor and tobacco are excluded. These will not count in your total USVI Duty-Free allowance.

DRESS. We are more than just a beach destination and bath-

ing suits worn elsewhere, especially in the downtown areas, tends to offend the local residents. So, please, wear proper attire (no bare midriffs or chests) in town and public areas away from the beach.

PHONES. The Virgin Island area code is 340. There are Innovative public phones throughout the commercial areas. You can make calls just as you would in the United States using credit cards or by calling collect. There is an AT&T Calling Center located in Havensight, across from the cruise ship dock on route 30.

CELLPHONES. Your cell phone may work here as well. AT&T, Sprint and Innovative Wireless all have local service and will allow you to make calls based on your rate plan. Roaming may or may not incur additional charges. Check with your provider for specific rates and coverage.

MEDICAL. For 24 hour medical care call Red Hook Family Practice at 775-2303 (St. Thomas office) or 776-6789 (St. John office) or call Doctors on Duty 776-7966. St. Thomas Hospital phone number is 776-8311.

ISLAND CREATURES. The mongoose take care of our

snakes, the scorpions sting but aren’t poisonous. If you are prone to allergies you may have similar reactions to various insect bites and stings.

St. Croix: (340) 772-0357  St. John: (340) 776-6450  St. Thomas & Water Island: (340) 774-8784

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History

of the Virgin Islands The U.S Territories (St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix) and the British Virgin Islands (to the north and east) are among the most beautiful geographical areas in the world, blessed with powdery beaches and sun drenched weather. The islands lie in the path of soft tradewinds blowing direct from Portugal. Which perhaps accounts for the fact that “Santa Cruz” was among the first islands to be sighted by Christopher Columbus on his second voyage westward. He then sailed northeast, passing St Thomas, St John and Tortola and called them collectively Las Virgenes.

1493

Christopher Columbus lands at Salt River Bay in St. Croix

After his visit, the islands went back to sleep for more than a hundred and fifty years. They woke to find the flag of Denmark planted on St. Thomas, the French Tricolor on St. Croix and the Union Jack flapping over Tortola (where it still flies). The Arawak Indian population had disappeared. Denmark later claimed St. John, bought St. Croix and built the Danish West Indies into thriving sugar cane and trading islands. Slaves were imported early to work the growing number of sugar plantations. The islands were also used as a base for re-shipment of slaves to other areas.

1848

The Danish abolished slavery

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After the Danish abolished slavery in 1848, planters began to abandon their estates and the population and economy dwindled. Threatened by German expansion during World War I, the U.S. bought the Danish West Indies (now the American Virgin Islands) on March 31, 1917. Even then the islands were expensive real estate – almost $300 an acre. In 1927, residents were granted U.S. citizenship. Until 1931, the islands were administered by the U.S. Navy. Then they were placed under the Department of the Interior with a Governor appointed by the President. A locally elected legislature (15 members from all three islands) has operated since 1852 but it wasn’t until 1970 that islanders could vote for their own Governor, and in 1972 a delegate to the U.S Congress. Though U.S. citizens, Virgin Island residents have no vote in national elections. Nor does the Virgin Islands' representative in Washington have a vote on the floor of the house.

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The U.S. buys the Danish West Indies for $300 an acre.

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Historical Postcard Collection Courtesy of Ron Lockhart.

Cool Artifact Coins used from 1920's to 1050's to pay the coal carriers.

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The 10 Best things TO DO IN ST. THOMAS

View of Magens Bay from world famous Mountain Top. Photo courtesy of www.mountaintopvi.com

Magens Bay Beach If you’re visiting for a few days be sure to leave yourself at least a half day for relaxing and sunbathing on Magens Bay Beach. Noted as one of the world’s most beautiful beaches by both Condé Nast and National Geographic it is a must see. Lots of things to do besides swimming and sunbathing like hiking the nature trail, kayaking, paddle boat and sailboat rentals. A nice bar and restaurant with a shop for chair rentals, suntan lotion, bathing suits and much more. And on your way back from the beach be sure to stop at Famous Delight (see arrow on photo above) for an intoxicating, tropical twist on the American milkshake.

Duty Free Shopping St. Thomas is widely known as the best shopping spot in the Caribbean and one of the ten top shopping areas in the world! Many duty-free bargains can be found at prices that are below stateside with no sales tax making it worth your while to spend one of your vacation days perusing the shops in downtown Charlotte Amalie, Havensight Mall, Red Hook, Crown Bay Center or Yacht Haven Grande. The duty-free allowance is $1,600 per person including children. So a family of four can take back $6,400 worth of duty-free purchases.

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Magens Bay Beach

sines. Frenchtown has almost as many. Downtown has mostly restaurants serving lunch and a few that offer dinner. All menus are avaialble on our website! www.virginislandsthisweek.com/menus

Coral World Ocean Park & Undersea Observatory Their slogan “Get up close and personal“ couldn’t be more appropriate. See tons of marine life without ever getting wet. Learn about the beauty and magic of Caribbean marine life in a stunning setting. View life on a coral reef from their unique underwater observatory. Visit the shark pool where you can pet a shark or hand feed a stingray. Visit with the Lorikeets which will flock to your arm when offered a cup of nectar. And if you don’t mind getting wet bring your bathing suit so you can swim with the sea lions or try a Sea Trek Helmet Dive. When you are ready to relax, have lunch at one of the restaurants and shop for a special souvenir at one of the unique gift shops. $5.00 from the Shark & Turtle Encounters go to rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

Virgin Islands Ecotours Explore America’s Paradise with kayak,hike & snorkel multi-eco adventures in three unique locations. Watch for wildlife while paddling through St. Thomas’ Mangrove lagoon, enjoy a hermit crab race, a rare geologic blow hole and snokel in a shallow coral-fringed mangrove nursery. Caneel Bay’s tour offers you the best that St. John has to offer with three fun activities: paddle in turquoise waters, hike tropical trails and snorkel over coral reefs with turtles, all in one afternoon! History buffs will enjoy exploring above and below the water at Hassel Island boasting centuries old Forts and ruins in the middle of the Charlotte Amalie Harbor.

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Active Island Tours and Events

Historic Walking Tour of Downtown

Experience the Virgin Islands in a unique way while staying shape! Active Island Tours & Events offers a variety of activities combining exercise, sightseeing, and entertainment. Love to RUN as much as you RUM with their guided running tours or challenge yourself with their fitness classes in paradise before trying a “Stretch & Sip” yoga wine tasting at sunset on the beach. Periodic events like the VI ‘Til I DYE color run and the Run The Night electric glow run are NOT to be missed!! Activeislandvi.com

Learn about the island’s history, culture and architecture on a 2 hour walking tour. Let a knowledgeable guide from the St. Thomas Historical Trust escort you through the downtown area that makes up our historical district. Reservations can be made by calling the Historical Trust office (340)774-5541 or by stopping by the Tourist Information Kiosk next to Cardow Jewelers on Main Street, Downtown Charlotte Amalie.

Mountain Top

At an impressive height of 1,500 feet above sea level, Mountain Top offers a spectacular panoramic view of both the US and British Virgin Islands, a total of 20 islands in all. In fact, National Geographic has rated this view of Magens Bay as one of the 10 best views in the world. It features a casual shopping area for browsing and a bar which is home of the world famous Banana Daiquiri. Just breathtaking!

Best Things to Do IN ST. JOHN! See page 83

Virgin Islands Ecotours Historic Walking Tour

Day trip to Other Islands Some of the fun things to do on surrounding islands include the Dolphin Discovery which takes place on the British Virgin Island of Tortola, just a ferry ride away. Reservations should be made in advance and tell them you are coming from St. Thomas. Your ferry ride will be included in the price. A passport is required for this trip. You will swim with the dolphins in protected, shallow waters. Other activities are: playing golf at the famous Carambola Golf course on St Croix (take the Seaplane over); Visiting the unusual rock formations called The Baths in Virgin Gorda; snorkeling or diving the “Wreck of the Rhone” in the British Virgin Islands.

Watersports! SNORKEL / SCUBA

Being on the water enjoying the sun, sea and sand is one of the major reasons to visit the VI. There are dive shops which will take you to beautiful underwater dive sites. There are resort certification programs as well. Rent an underwater submersible Scooter which requires no diving experience at all.

POWERBOATING

Size from small 25’ to the luxurious 45’ Sea Ray motor yacht will provide you with drinks, lunch and snorkel gear.

SPORTFISHING

The Virgin Island waters hold many records for the largest fish ever caught. Marlin, shark, tuna, wahoo, dolphin are all found in these waters.

DAYSAILS The waters of the Virgin Islands are known as some of the best sailing waters in the world. Most sailing yachts leave from St. Thomas’ East End/Red Hook area. Most boats offer drinks, lunch, water toys, snorkel gear and instruction. Some St. John companies will come to St. Thomas and pick you up.

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Trips to Other Islands

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Lots of fun things to do for all age levels and physical capabilities.

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Active pursuits span from land to sea, range from kid-friendly to adrenalin-pumping, and even low-key activities for fitness buffs. CORAL WORLD OCEAN PARK • 340-775-1555 COKI POINT

Voted top attraction in the V.I. Get up close and personal with the beauty and magic of Caribbean marine life in a stunning setting. View life on a coral reef from the unique Undersea Observatory. Pet a shark, hand feed a stingray or a rainbow lorikeet! Add-ons include brand new Sea Lion Splash, Sea Trek Helmet Dive, Shark & Turtle Encounters, Snuba, Nautilus Semi-Sub. Open daily 9:00am to 4:00pm, November - April. Closed on non-cruise ship days (except holiday weekends). Summer schedule may vary. (Island map)

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Visit the sharks. Do the Limbo. Kayak. Hike. Explore. ST. THOMAS ADVENTURE TOURS • ST. THOMAS & WATER ISLAND • 340-227-8383

KAYAK, HIKE & SNORKEL HISTORIC HASSEL ISLAND 340-779-2155

Swim with turtles, snorkel over a beautiful coral reef full of colorful fish and other tropical marine life or kayak over pristine waters with views of neighboring islands and cays. St. Thomas Adventure Tours offers guided tours on St. Thomas and Water Island. Round-trip transportation and pictures are included in most of our tours; prices start at $49/pp and $35/pp for children. Reservations are required. StThomasAdventureTours.com Phone (340) 227-8383 (Island map)

Kayak from Frenchtown to Historic Hassel Island in the VI National Park! Visit Danish and British Napoleonic era Colonial forts, ruins, Careening Cove and marine railway. Snorkel at a picturesque beach. Guests receive a one year membership to Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park and the St Thomas Historical Trust. 3 hour guided tours (or 5 hour with picnic lunch) depart daily from the Frenchtown Marina. Reservations Required. Virgin Islands Ecotours: www.viecotours.com, Phone (340) 779-2155 (Island map)

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KAYAK, HIKE & SNORKEL • MANGROVE LAGOON SANCTUARY • 340-779-2155 A three hour, guided adventure awaits you! Kayak through mangrove islands in protected, shallow waters. Explore Cas Cay island with a hermit crab race and pirates treasure for kids. Enjoy breathtaking views, marine tidal pools and a rare geologic blowhole. Snorkel in a coral-fringed mangrove nursery. No experience necessary. Double sit-on-top kayaks. All gear supplied. Reservations Required. Virgin Islands Ecotours: www.viecotours.com, info@viecotours.com (Island map)

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Kick off your shoes and let The Cat sail you out to ST. Thomas’s #1 Snorkeling attraction ‘Turtle Cove’.

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ATTRACTIONS & Activities THINGS TO DO IN THE USVI

There’s more to enjoy in the Virgin Islands than sun, sand and shopping! Active pursuits span from land to sea, range from kid-friendly to adrenalin-pumping for fitness buffs. HISTORIC WALKING TOUR OF DOWNTOWN

Let the knowledgeable guide from the St. Thomas Historical Trust escort you through the downtown area that makes up our historical district. Learn about the island’s history, culture and architecture on this two hour walking tour. Reservations can be made by calling the Historical Trust office (340)774-5541 or by stopping by the Tourist Information Kiosk next to Cardow Jewelers on Main Street, Downtown Charlotte Amalie.

ISLAND TOURS

Join others on a Safari Bus for a 2 hour island tour $40. Most taxis offer island tours. See taxi list on page 78.

ST. THOMAS HISTORICAL TRUST HASSEL ISLAND TOUR AND HIKE 340-774-5541

Hassel Island lies in Charlotte Amalie Harbor and is a short boat ride from Frenchtown. This historic, 135 acre property is currently maintained by the St. Thomas Historical Trust and the National Park Service. Knowledgeable guides will take you on the 3.5 miles of well-maintained trails to explore the Danish and British colonial past. You will explore Danish Prince Frederiks' Battery, The British Officer’s Quarters and Enlisted Barracks, Garrison House, Cowell's and Shipley's Batteries, all examples of the military importance of the Island. Creque's Marine Railway, Royal Mail Steam Packet Company, HamburgAmerican Line shipping Facilities and other maritime ruins, as well as a visit to the Leprosarium will give you a glimpse into St. Thomas life in the late 1700’s. Hear about the Island's connection to the American Revolution, the tales of the Coaling Ladies, Sea Captains and Privateers, WWI espionage along with other stories of island life. Hiking trails are a moderate 3 on a scale of 5. Good hiking shoes are a must, bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Reservations required 48 hours in advance, Call the St Thomas Historical Trust at (340)774-5541. Donation: $50.

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During my first few weeks in the Virgin Islands I spent my time tracking down local scientists in hopes of securing a job in my field as a marine biologist. I quickly found that while scientist positions were nonexistent, there were endless opportunities in the tourism industry. After bouncing around a bit, I eventually found myself working on a funny looking boat with some pretty amazing people. I started working for Bad Kitty/Calypso Charters in October of 2013. I went into the job with some boating experience, a ton of knowledge about the ocean, and a sense of adventure. The job turned out to be a better fit than I could ever have imagined. With the combination of a fun crew and a fast, comfortable, boats zipping in and around the Virgin Islands’ waters the job gave me sense of belonging to something amazing. Seeing endless smiles on vacationers as they explored new sights and learned about the local history and environment became quite rewarding. I use my knowledge of marine science every day to educate snorkelers as they experience, for the first time, the colorful underwater life. Nothing compares to the joy I witness when placing a live sea star into the hands of a child for the first time. A look of total fascination tells me it will be a lifetime memory. Working in the charter business can sometimes test my patience and be physically exhausting, but I am reminded daily why I love my job. It is so rewarding taking people outside of their normal surroundings into a new universe. It is by helping to connect our visitors to the natural beauty of the Caribbean ocean and surrounding reefs that the experience becomes more than just a boat trip. For most visitors it’s a new way of looking at the world! Page 26 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

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Explore Beaches, Reefs and Islands on Your Own or on a Fun Charter Discover the refreshing and invigorating activity of being out on the water. There are several ways to do this. Rent yourself a small runabout, or charter yourself and guests a luxurious yacht. The decision will be based on your preferences and budget. Explore The British Virgin Islands

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Experience the ultimate thrill of your life with your own personal underwater scooter! The B.O.S.S. will allow you to view the marvels of the sea with no diving experience necessary. Explore the brilliant undersea world where you will enjoy a guided tour of the stunning colorful fish and tropical reefs of the Caribbean. Join the friendly, professional staff of Aqua Adventures for a truly unforgettable experience!

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The oldest continually owned dive shop on St. Thomas, diving since 1989. With the island's best beach dive, it's perfect for the beginner diver and diverse enough for the advanced diver. Two live coral reefs make for an excellent night dive also. Our 6 passenger dive boat takes small dive groups on reefs only minutes away. Scuba quality snorkel rentals. A 5-star PADI Dive Center, located at Coral World, just after Coki Beach.

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VOTED BEST CHARTER BOAT 2014! This fun 40' cat offers full-day sail/snorkel trips to the BVI or USVI. Snorkel, then sail to Jost Van Dyke, BVI (White Bay); or sail in USVI to 3 snorkel stops include Waterlemon Cay on St John. Full day trips include continental breakfast, open bar after snorkeling and gear. Half-day trips and sunset sails offered. Private charters welcome. Call about our 10-YR Anniversary Special! Departs from Cruz Bay and Red Hook. www.calypsovi.com (Red Hook, Cruz Bay map)

DAYSAIL FANTASY | 340-513-3212 / 340-775-5652 • AMERICAN YACHT HARBOR Join Captain Pam with a maximum of just six guests on her modern Pearson sloop for an exhilarating sail in the protected waters of the beautiful St. John National Park and surrounding cays. Fishing, sailing, amazing snorkeling, beachcombing, swimming with endangered sea turtles and a deliciously prepared hot lunch in the shaded cockpit. Open bar & Jimmy Buffet tunes. Snorkel gear, special floats and instruction make it easy for all ages. $140 per person all inclusive. www.daysailfantasy.com Email: info@daysailfantasy.com Voted Best Daysail St. Thomas 5 Years, Recommended By Trip Advisor, Frommers & Fodors. (Red Hook)

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SAIL WITH LIBERTY | 340-690-4404 • RED HOOK Sail with Liberty welcomes you aboard for a full day sail, half day sail, or sunset sail among the islands, cays, and reefs of St. Thomas and St. John on our beautiful Bruce Roberts Offshore 44’ ketch. Captain Ryan offers a fun-filled day with a delicious lunch, refreshing drinks, shaded cockpit, spacious decks, snorkel gear, swim platform, and amazing rates. Trip Advisor reviewers rank Sail with Liberty “Excellent.” We also offer exclusive sails and discounts for sails with six guests. Check out our video at sailwithliberty.com (Red Hook, Cruz Bay map)

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Snorkeling St. Thomas & St. John

he Virgin Islands hosts some of the finest marine life in the Caribbean. Acres of coral reefs make up an ecosystem that supports a large variety of sea creatures and under water plants.  Snorkelers can enjoy a leisurely swim in the crystal clear waters, diving through fantastic reefs to witness tropical marine life. St. Thomas and St John host a variety of snorkeling locations and famous underwater trails. Both novice and expert snorkelers will enjoy the passages through and over the reefs.

Fins, a Mask and a Snorkel The big question for many is “should I buy or rent snorkel gear?” If you think that you will be snorkeling every day of your visit then it might make sense to purchase a set from either the local dive shops or K-Mart. If you are only planning to snorkel for one day then just rent. Important when either buying a mask or renting is to make sure that it fits properly. Hold the mask up to your face without using the strap and inhale through your nose until you have created a vacuum. If the mask stays attached to your face and no air leaks out then it is a good fit. Make sure your fins fit comfortably. They don’t need to be super tight but should fit snugly. Page 34 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

Snorkels are one-size-fits-all. You can rent snorkel gear at the various snorkel beaches mentioned below. Most day sails and water sport tours operators will supply you with snorkel gear as part of their tour.

Some Good Advice If you want to identify the different coral and fish species you can purchase one of the plastic underwater guide cards. They come with a band so you can attach it to your wrist. And if you want to take a photo underwater then get yourself an inexpensive underwater camera or a more expensive plastic underwater housing for your digital camera. Lather yourself up from head to toe with sunscreen (don’t forget bald heads!). Wear a tee shirt to protect your back from the sun and a cap to protect your scalp. It is amazing how fast the tropical sun can burn you and wreck your vacation. Snorkel with a buddy – never alone. Please try not to stand on the coral as it is very fragile and some has already been stressed by a coral bleaching disease which has been invading our waters. Keep an eye out for sea urchins. If you step on one and it will hurt but they aren’t poisonous. Rocky coast lines and coral reefs near shore offer great opportunities to snorkel from beaches. Snorkeling from shore can be done without a guide. www.virginislandsthisweek.com

Snorkeling from St. Thomas Beaches: COKI POINT BEACH - On the north shore of St. Thomas right next to Coral World, Coki Point offers fantastic year-round snorkeling. Tons of fish hang around the coral areas adjacent to Coral World. Rent your snorkel equipment from the Coki Beach Dive Club at Coral World. SAPPHIRE BEACH – located on the East End of St. Thomas, this picturesque shoreline has shallow reef viewing along both sides of the beach. SECRET HARBOR – Rent your equipment from the Aqua Adventure Dive Shop and have a nice protected snorkel and then enjoy lunch at the Secret Harbor Hotel’s beach restaurant and bar.

From St. John Beaches: LEINSTER BAY - Easily accessible Leinster Bay, on the northern shore of St. John, offers calm, clear, un-crowded waters teeming with sea life.

TRUNK BAY - The self-guided, 675-foot-long snorkeling trail has large underwater signs that identify species of coral and other marine life. Above water, the beach facilities offer freshwater showers, changing rooms, equipment rentals, and lifeguards making snorkeling downright convenient. Very crowded on cruise ship days.

By Boat Charter and Day Sail Charters for half or full day trips can take you out to some of the less accessible and unique snorkeling areas. These tours will sail or motor to protected marine areas in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John. Day charters often include lunch, drinks, and snorkeling gear.

Breathing Observation Bubble This is an underwater scooter complete with a breathing and observation bubble attached to an air supply. Ride along while observing the beautiful of marine life. Available to anyone from ten years and up and doesn’t require experience. (See B.O.S.S. ad on page 32).

HAULOVER BAY - A favorite with locals, this small bay is rougher than Leinster and is often deserted. The snorkeling, however, is dramatic, with ledges, walls, nooks, and sandy areas set close together.

“Rocky coast lines and coral reefs near shore offer great opportunities to snorkel from beaches. Snorkeling from shore can be done without a guide.”

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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS 1. Active Island Tours & Events........S-6, YHG Map 2. Adventure Center........................................K-6 3. Butterfly Garden.........................................K-5 4. Carolina Corral..............................St. John Map 5. Coral World................................................. Q-3 6. Cruz Bay Watersports..................Cruz Bay Map 7. Dolphin Discovery................................. Tortola 8. Inter-Island Boat Service..... R-5, Cruz Bay Map 9. Reichhold Center.........................................F-4 10. St. Thomas Adventure Tours................G-5, H-6 11. St. Thomas Flyboarding...............................G-5 12. Tropics Tours................................................K-5 13. Virgin Islands Ecotours (Mangrove).............P-7 14. Virgin Islands Ecotours (Hassel Island)........ J-5 15. Virgin Islands Ecotours (Caneel Bay).....St. John 16. Virgin Islands Ecotours (Honeymoon)...St. John POWERBOAT RENTALS 1. Bad Kitty............................. R-5, Cruz Bay Map 2. Calypso Charters..........................................R-5 3. Caribbean Blue Boat Charters......................P-6

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FISHING CHARTERS Captain Alvin............................................... J-5 Double Header............................................R-5 Mixed Bag............................. R-5, St John Map Ocean Surfari...................................... R-5, S-4

SAILBOAT DAY CHARTERS 1. Calypso Catamaran Charters... R-5, St. John Map 2. Daysail Fantasy............................................R-5 3. Heavenly Days............................................ N-7 4. Island Spirit- Cruz Bay Watersports....St. John Map

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9. Diamonds International....K-6, K-5, Town, YHG 10. Eden Jewelers..................................Town Map 11. Effy Jewelry........................ Cb Map, Town Map 12. Fresh Produce...................................Town Map 13. Get Charmed / Sandals For Your Neck... G-5, CB, Town 14. Havensight Mall..........................................K-5 15. House of Rajah Jewelers...................Town Map 16. How ‘Bout Your Pet.....................................YHG 17. Imperial Jewelers.............................Town Map 18. Jewels St. Thomas.......................S-6, CB, Town 19. Kay’s Fine Jewelers...........................Town Map 20. Kool Kidz....................................................YHG 21. Little Switerland.. K-6, K-5, CB, Town, Cruz Bay 22. Local Color..................................K-5, L-6, Town 23. Love City Beach Shop..........................Cruz Bay 24. Mongoose Junction.............................Cruz Bay 25. The Pearl Lady..................................Town Map 26. Rado Boutique.................................Town Map 27. Tradewinds Galleria.....................................R-5 28. Trident Jewels & Time.......................Town Map 29. Yacht Haven Grande.................................... L-5

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REAL ESTATE & VILLAS 1. Cinnamon Bay Campgrounds...............St. John 2. Hillcrest Guesthouse.............................St. John 3. Island Getaways...................................St. John FERRIES Boyson, Inc........................................Cruz Bay Map Native Son..............................................Town Map

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SEE THE MAPS REFERED TO ABOVE: Town Map.............................................. page 38 Yacht Haven Grande Map (YHG)............ page 42 Crown Bay Map (CB).............................. page 54 Cruz Bay Map......................................... page 85 St John Map........................................... page 89 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5 Page 37

MAPS SHOPPING

CHARLOTTE AMALIE Map

DOWNTOWN • ST. THOMAS

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Bunker Hill Hotel............................................... L-1 Crystal Palace....................................................E-1 Galleon House................................................... L-1 Hotel 1829........................................................ L-1 The Green Iguana............................................ N-1 The Inn at Blackbeard’s Castle......................... N-1 Villa Santana.....................................................F-1 Windward Passage.......................................... A-6

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14. Hublot................................................................K-2 15. Imperial Jewelers.............................................. H-2 16. Jewels St. Thomas..............................................K-3 17. Kay’s Fine Jewelry..............................................K-3 18. Little Switzerland..................................L-5, J-2, J-6 19. Local Color...........................................................I-6 20. Rado Boutique................................................... J-6 21. Tanzanite International...................................... L-4 22. The Pearl Lady................................................... N-3 23. Tiffany & Co. Boutique........................................K-2 24. Trident Jewels & Time.........................................I-2

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HISTORICAttractions IN CHARLOTTE AMALIE

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HAAGENSEN HOUSE

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR 1 LEGISLATURE BUILDING Originally a barracks for Danish troops, dating back to 1874. 2 FORT CHRISTIAN This National Historic Landmark was completed by Danish settlers in 1680. Built originally to protect the colony from hostile marauders, It has housed a jail, a governor’s residence, a place of worship, and a police station. Now open on a limited basis. Guided tours available by calling St. Thomas Historical Trust at 340-774-5541. $10 donation to go towards the Fort Renovation effort. 3 EMANCIPATION GARDENS Commemorates the emancipation of slaves by Danish Governor Peter von Scholten on July 3, 1848 4 GRAND GALLERIA In 1841, this unique structure opened as the Grand Hotel. It remained a popular place for vacationers to stay until 1975. 5 FREDERICK LUTHERAN CHURCH Established in 1666, the same year Erik Smidt took formal possession of St. Thomas in the name of the Danish West India Company. The present building rebuilt in1826. 6 ST. THOMAS HISTORICAL TRUST MUSEUM Stop in and see this “Mini” museum displaying historic photos, West Indian furniture and other Virgin Islands memorabilia. Call (340) 774-5541 for hours. Free!

7 SEVEN ARCHES MUSEUM Once a Danish craftsman’s residence, it was built in the 19th century featuring a total of seven arches to support the staircase. 8 GOVERNMENT HOUSE This is the official residence of the Governor of the Virgin Islands. The building was constructed by the Danish Colonial Council between the years 1865 and 1867. 9 99 STEPS One of several ‘step-streets’ built by the Danes to solve the problem of getting around the town’s hilly terrain. The bricks were brought from Denmark as ballasts in the holds of trade ships. Walk to the top (actually 103 steps) and you will find yourself near the foot of more stairs leading to Blackbeard’s Castle. HAAGENSEN HOUSE 10

A restored home built in the early 1800s by island entrepreneur Hans Haagensen. The salons and chambers are furnished with period antiques. 11 BLACKBEARD’S CASTLE Also located just above 99 steps is this Danish watch tower built in the late 1600’s. The view from the tower offered a perfect vantage point to spot enemy ships entering the harbor.

13 HOTEL 1829 This structure offers an ideal example of classic island architecture. It was built as a townhouse for a French sea captain and now serves as an exclusive in-town hotel. 14 POST OFFICE SQUARE A full service United States post office is located within the strategically located building that marks the beginning of “Main Street.” 15 ST. THOMAS REFORMED CHURCH Not only is this the oldest congregation in the Virgin Islands; it is also the longest standing denomination with a continuous ministry in the United States. 16 ST. THOMAS SYNAGOGUE This National Historic Landmark is the second oldest synagogue in the western hemisphere. The original synagogue was built by Sephardic Jews in 1796 and was rebuilt in 1833. 17 MARKET SQUARE People come here from all over the island to sell fresh fruit, fish, sauces, and vegetables. Traditionally, the busiest market day is Saturday; vendors arrive hours before dawn.

12 CROWN HOUSE Built in the middle of the 18th century, this stately home was the residence of two past VI governors. It is now a private residence.

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This is the place for fun and food with a creative touch. Bask in the tropical breeze while indulging in local lobster, seafood, salads, stone-floored oven pizza and their fabulous frozen cocktails. Best spot on the water’s edge to watch sports on one of the 6 plasma TV’s or take in the sunset. Don’t miss Happy Hour 4-7 every day and the hottest party on St. Thomas starts at 10pm every Friday. Open every day for lunch and dinner and we offer a late night menu from 10pm-12am.

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SHOP Talk Shop Talk ST. THOMAS ST. THOMAS

The United States Virgin Islands have the best duty free shopping in the Caribbean . . . maybe in the world! Duty-Free Allowance Each U.S. resident, including children, can take home $1600 worth of duty free goods bought in the US Virgin Islands. When returning to the US you will be required to fill out a separate customs form for these items. You may be asked to show your receipts so it is important to keep a good record of what you buy. This duty-free allowance is double the $800 limit from other islands. You may also take 5 cartons of cigarettes and 5 litres of liquor back as long as one of the bottles is a product made in the Virgin Islands such as Cruzan Rum.

Diamond earrings available at Diamonds International

Downtown - Charlotte Amalie This may be one of the most famous shopping districts in the Caribbean. Main Street, starting off at Post Office Square, is lined on both sides of the streets with retailers of every type, all offering duty free bargains. Suggest parking in the Fort Parking lot.

Havensight Shopping Mall Right on the Cruise Ship Dock, a convenient, less crowded way to go shopping for the duty free purchases that you may be looking for. All of the major retailers have well stocked stores with the same merchandise and prices as downtown. And if you make a purchase in a Havensight Merchants’ Association Member store, your purchases will be 100% guaranteed! Look for the Association logo on the doors of the member merchants. Plenty of Parking!

Audemars Piquet available from Diamonds International

Crown Royal available at Caribana

Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas’ prestigious shopping area located within walking distance from Havensight Mall. Enjoy upscale shops, plenty of parking and nice places to eat. Complimentary luggage check at their Welcome Center 9am until 5pm Monday, through Friday. Pick up special offer and discount information.

Crown Bay Center The newest addition to St Thomas’ shopping districts has a nice assortment of retailers from jewelry stores to cameras and electronics, linens, local arts and crafts. Lots of parking. Check for hours by calling 340-774-2132.

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CARDOW JEWELERS | TEL: 340-776-1140 • MAIN STREET HAVENSIGHTMALL • CROWN BAY • AIRPORT

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The Flag Ship jeweler of the Virgin Islands since 1954, Cardow, the trusted source for jewelry, offers the largest selection of fine, high quality jewelry in the world and watches at savings of 40-60% off US retail prices. Cardow delivers unbeatable values and savings: Sourcing precious stones directly from the mines and buying jewelry world wide. There’s something for everyone starting at $19.95. Cardow offers an unconditional 30 Day return policy, free one year repair guarantee, lifetime Diamond upgrade policy and a certificate of appraisal.

“The Duty-Free allowance for US citizens is $1600.00...

DAVID YURMAN BOUTIQUE BY JEWELS TEL: 888-527-4473 • ST. THOMAS • MAIN STREET The custom designed David Yurman Boutique by Jewels located on Main Street, St. Thomas, features the largest selection and latest styles of David Yuman found anywhere in the world. www.jewelsonline.com

Twice as much as any other Caribbean locations!"

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DIAMONDS INTERNATIONAL | 340-776-5570 MAIN STREET • AH RIISE MALL • HAVENSIGHT • CROWN BAY MARRIOTT FRENCHMAN’S REEF The premier jewelry retailer in the Caribbean, Diamonds International, has been offering top-notch diamond jewelry for a quarter century with an extensive array of loose stones, designer brands, and one-of-a-kind settings. Lauded for their excellent customer service and expertise, the friendly sales staff will help you select that perfect piece of jewelry to bring home from the Caribbean.

DI WATCH AND DESIGN | 340-774-2185 MAIN STREET Diamonds International Watch & Design leads the Caribbean in bringing the latest and most coveted timepieces to the region for over 10 years. Top world-class watch brands are all conveniently displayed under one roof, so you can compare and contrast each one, and find the perfect watch for you at unrivaled Duty Free values. (Town map)

EDEN JEWELERS | 340-777-3366 • MAIN STREET Brimming with colored and white diamonds, natural gemstones and designer jewelry, this little jewelry store has a lot to offer! Owned and operated by G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist Sunil Idnani and his wife Kanchan. Eden is located on Main Street. Eden offers a lifetime warranty, U.S. Service Center, great quality and competitive pricing. Take home the Destination St. Thomas sterling silver Larimar bead sold exclusively at Eden and/or the Caribbean Sun Necklace.

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IMPERIAL JEWELERS | 340-776-8570 10 MAIN STREET WWW.IMPERIAL-JEWELERS.COM Family owned and operated since 1980, Imperial Jewelers has built their business on faith, family and friends. Celebrating their 34th year, the family introduces their signature diamond, the Imperial Legacy Diamond, masterfully faceted for incomparable fire, radiance and beauty; creating memorable moments for generations to come. Don’t miss the innovatively decadent designs featuring chocolate diamonds from LeVian, the trend setting jewelry house and jeweler to hundreds of Red Carpet celebrities each year.

LITTLE SWITZERLAND | 888-527-4473 www.littleswitzerland.com Defining Luxury Across the Caribbean for 60 years, Little Switzerland is one of the world’s most trusted duty-free retailers with a reputation for luxury and service. Thirty-three stores across the Caribbean offer an unprecedented showcase of the most desired The Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M GMT GoodPlanet collections of respected names in fine jewelry and time pieces at duty-free and tax free values. Shopping at Little Switzerland is a must when visiting the Caribbean. Be sure to ask about Little Switzerland's preferred credit with no interest options available on the spot for an effortless dutyfree shopping experience.

TANZANITE INTERNATIONAL | 340-774-2116 MAIN STREET Tanzanite International, the Caribbean's premiere tanzanite retailer, has been raising the bar of excellence in luxury goods for over 10 years. Featuring exclusive luxury tanzanite brands only available at Tanzanite International, they also offer a wide array of loose tanzanite, designer jewelry, and couture settings. Discover why they are known for their excellent customer service and knowledgeable, friendly sales staff. Find the piece you've always dreamt about at Tanzanite International. (Town map)

HOUSE OF RAJAH JEWELERS | 340-776-7770 5332 RAADETS GADE #19 Celebrating 41 years in Business, owners George and KC travel the world to find gems and fine jewelry at unbelievable values. They offer: 60% off certified diamonds, custom design ring mounts set the same day, diamond eternity rings in all carat weights, a Diamond Corner starting at $99, and brands by: Sophia by Design, George and KC. Gabriel&Co., Yellow Diamonds by Divina, Chamilia, Mallorca Pearls ($1/inch), Citizen, Guess, Invicta, Nautica, Elysee, Victory & Pre-Owned Rolex watches with full warranty (not affiliated with Rolex SA). Page 48 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

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SHOP Talk | LOCAL CRAFTS & SOUVENIRS ST. THOMAS

Souvenirs made in theVirgin Islands and Gift Shopping Whether shopping on Main Street, at Havensight, Yacht Haven Grande or Crown Bay Center, you will find quite a few stores selling souvenirs and gift items. T-Shirts, locally made art, crafts and candies, postcards, Christmas decorations and lots of other Virgin Islands mementos are available to take home as special gifts for family and friends. Anything made in the Vrgin Islands will be exempt from your $1600 Duty Free allowance.

THE PEARL LADY | 340-774-5875 NEXT TO FORT CHRISTIAN Visit St. Thomas’ newest hidden treasure, “The Pearl Lady.” This unique, elegant store offers a full selection of Japanese Akoya, South Sea, Tahitian and Freshwater Cultured Pearls in both classic and contemporary styles. A full range of gorgeous Pearl jewelry awaits you including rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants and clasps. Also offered, for your existing necklaces, is a restringing and redesign service. Located in The Professional Building next to Fort Christian in downtown Charlotte Amalie.

TRADEWINDS GALLERIA | 340-775-5595 RED HOOK Visit Tradewinds Galleria for a unique shopping experience. Choose from Caribbean Bracelet Company’s large selection of silver, solid 14K gold and two-tone with your choice of Dolphin, Turtle, Sand Dollar, Scallop, Hibiscus, Anchor, Heart, Larimar, Treasure Coin, Shackle and the original hook design. Check out The Hook Company’s titanium hook bracelets featuring the jet black series, along with Nautical gifts, tungsten and titanium jewelry for men, and other fine jewelry.

TRIDENT JEWELS AND TIME | 340-776-7152

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FUN TIMES SHOPPING

ISLAND Entertainment MAY - JUNE 2015

STEEL PAN AND CALYPSO

...................................... Cruzan Beach Club,

Secret Harbour Beach Resort 714-STRG (7874) Wednesday, 3-5 PM

Northside Bistro

Northside, 775-5098, Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Andrew Douglas on Steel Pans)

The Palms Restaurant

Emerald Beach Resort, 777-8800 Fri 7 to 10 (Aben Marrero on Steel Pan)

Latitude 18, Vessup Bay, 777-4552

See Guitar, Keyboard, Variety section.

Marriott Frenchman’s Cove

Sunset Poolside Bar & Grill, 693-4800 Every night but Wednesday, 6 to 8

Melt, American Yacht Harbor, 714-STRG (7874), DJ every Wednesday, Live Music every Friday 7 pm-2 am

Paradise Point, Havensight, Top of the Tram 777-4540, Wed 6 to 9 (Top Notch Band)

Sails, Ritz Carlton Resort, 775-3333 Sat 7 to 10

ON ST. JOHN

The Tap & Still, Redhook 244-2577, Fri 6 to 9 DJ

Cruz Bay, 693-5055 Thur 6 to 9 (Lemuel Callwood)

Sat 10 (DJ Brakez)

Banana Deck

High TideBar and Seafood Grill

Cruz Bay, 714-6169 Wed, Sat, Sun 4-7 Happy Hour with Steel Pan

Ocean Grill

Mongoose Junction, Cruz Bay, 693-3304 Mon and Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Rascio on Steel Pan)

BANDS AND DANCING

...................................... Caribbean Saloon

Red Hook, 775-7060 Sat 10 pm to 4 am (DJ Rob) Occasional live music, call for details

Crown Bay Gaming & Sports Lounge Crown Bay Marina, 715-5300 Fri 10 to 2 (Top Notch Band)

Duffy’s Love Shack

Red Hook, 779-2080 Dancing under the stars nightly from 9:30 pm until...

Fatboys

Red Hook, 777-4275 Sat 10 to 3 am (Music DJ Zak), Sun Karaoke 9 until)

Fat Turtle, Yacht Haven Grande, 714-3566

XO Bistro, Redhook 779-2069,

ON ST. JOHN

The Beach Bar, Cruz Bay, 777-4220

Throughout the week – Call for schedule.

Island Blues

Coral Bay, 776-6800, — Call for schedule. or see Guitar, Keyboard and Variety section

Virgin Fire, Mongoose Junction, Cruz Bay

777-FIREFri 6 to 9 Inner Visions reggae band

PIANO

...................................... Blackbeard’s, Mafolie Hill, 776-1234, Thu, Fri and Sat starting Nov 15th. Call for schedule.

Cabana Bar, Bluebeard’s Castle, 774-1600 Sun 6 to 9 (Dennis Frett)

Caribbean Fish Market

Elysian Beach Resort, 714-STRG (7874) Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6-9 pm

Northside Bistro, Northside, 775-5098

CARIBBEAN SHOWS

...................................... Iggies Beach Bar & Grill

Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 775-1800 Wed 7 to 10 Carnival Night with Sammy Watts Calypso Band, Limbo Show

Sangria’s Beachside Bistro,

Elysian Beach Resort, 714-STRG (7874), Monday 7-10PM, Calypso Band, Fire Show, Limbo, Local Vendors

Wyndham Elysian Beach Resort

775-1000 Tues. Vendors' mingle and Caribbean buffet from 6:00, Live entertainment starts at 7:00.

DAYTIME MUSIC

...................................... ON ST. JOHN Concordia Resort

693-5855, Call for schedule. After Thanksgiving, call for schedule.

Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill

Honeymoon Beach, Water Island 227-5525 Sun 1 to 4 (Call for schedule)

Miss Lucy’s

Coral Bay, 693-5244 Sun10 to 2 (Green and Gold)

JAZZ

...................................... Tavern On The Waterfront 776-4328, Fridays 7 to 10 Open for players to sit in. Hosted by Shelley.

Mon and Tues 6:30 to 9:30 (Louis Taylor) Wed 6:30 to 9:30 (Paul Dirks-guitar) Thu 6:30 to 9:30 (Winnie Van Phillips on guitar), Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Andrew Douglas on Steel Pans) Sat 7 to 10 (Louis Taylor-piano, featuring Jerry Harris-vocals, Rhett Simmons-bass)

WICO Dock

Caneel Bay Grill and Sushi Restaurant

La Tapa, Cruz Bay, 693-7755

Havensight, 774-1780 x2251 (ask for Sheri Cameron) Third Tuesday of the month 6 to 9

ON ST. JOHN

ON ST. JOHN Tue 6:30 to 9:30 (Sambacombo)

Hull Bay Hideaway, Hull Bay, 777-1898

Caneel Bay Resort, 776-6111 Sushi and Sinatra (Marty Beech on piano/vocals) Schedule varies. (Open to resort and dinner guests.)

Iggies Beach Bar & Grill

Cruz Bay, 693-8141, Sat 6:30 to 9:30 (Luba)

Tues 9 to 12 Karaoke with Tommy, Thurs 10 to 12 (DJ Brakez) Fri 11 until(DJ Avalanche)

The Greenhouse, 774-7998

Tues 9:30 until 2 Dancing (DJ John) Call for schedule, or see Guitar, Keyboard, Variety Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 693-2600 LIVE MUSIC 7 nights a week See also Guitar, Keyboards, Variety Section Page 56 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

Morgan’s Mango

Turtle Bay Estate House

Caneel Bay Resort, 776-6111, Weds - Sun 7-10 (Marty Beech on piano/vocals)

Miss Lucy’s

Coral Bay, 693-5244   Thu 6 to 9 (Green and Gold)

Virgin Fire

Mongoose Junction, 777-3473 Mon 5:30 to 8:30 (Mark Wallace and Broheem), Wed 6 to 9 The Hot Club of Coral Bay

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KARAOKE

...................................... Cabana Bar, Bluebeard’s Castle, 774-1600 Mon 7 to 10 (Host,Tommy)

Caribbean Saloon, Red Hook, 775-7060 Fri 11 to 2:30 (Host, DJ Rob)

Fatboys, Red Hook, 777-4275 11 to 1am (Host, Zak)

Fat Turtle, Yacht Haven Grande, 714 -3566 Tues 9 to 12 Karaoke with Tommy Bronx

Iggies Beach Bar & Grill

Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 693-2600 Thurs nights 8 to 11 DJ Tommy Bronx Please call for schedule.

Marriott Frenchman's Cove

Sunset Poolside Bar & Grill 693-4800, Thu 7 to 9

ON ST. JOHN

Castaways Tavern, Cruz Bay, 777-3361, Tue 9

GUITAR, KEYBOARD, VARIETY

...................................... Blackbeard’s, Mafolie Hill, 776-1234

Live Music Thu, Fri and Sat after Nov 15th – Call for Schedule. Fri 6 to 9

Caribbean Saloon, Red Hook, 775-7060

Live music Wed 10:00 with Emily Joyce. Please call for details. Fri 11:00 Karaoke with Hector. Multiple big screens for sports.

Marriott Frenchman’s Cove

Sunset Poolside Bar & Grill, 693-4800   Live music 6 to 8 every night but Wed. Mon 7:30 Fire show with Flights of Fire

Molly Molones, Red Hook, 775-1270

Live music and sports nightly. Call for schedule.

Northside Bistro, Northside, 775-5098

Rum Shandy Cabana Bar, Frenchtown,

775-RUM1, Mon 8 to 11 (Open Mike Night with Tommy August) Tue 8 to 11(Live Caribbean Music with Top 2), Fri 8 to 11 (Reggae with Lion Souljahs), Sat 8 to 11 (Live Music-- call for info)

Tickles Dockside Pub, Crown Bay Marina,

776-1595, Wed 7 to 10 (Open Mic w/ Tim West) Check us out on FB or www.ticklesdocksidepub.com

ON ST. JOHN

Aqua Bistro, Cruz Bay, 776-5336

Live music daily except Tues and Thurs. Call.

Hull Bay Hideaway, Hull Bay, 779-1898

Mon 8 to 10 (Trivia) Tue 9 to closing (Karaoke) Thu thru Sun, call for info.

Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, 693-2600 Mon 7 to 10 pm (Jason Jones & Friends) Tue 8 to 11 pm (steel pan happy hour) Wed 7 to 10 pm (Carnival Night w/ Sammy Watts) Thurs 8 to 11 pm (Karaoke) Fri 8 to 11 pm (FlipSwitch) Sat 8 to 11 pm (3rd String All Stars) Sun 3 to 6 pm (Reggae on the Beach)

Latitude 18, Vessup Bay, 777-4552

Call for Schedule! Mon-Thurs 7 to 10 Local favorites and visiting acts. Sun 6:30 to 9:30 (Pipe Dream)

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Shipwreck Landing

Coral Bay, 693-5640 Wed 6:30 to 9:30(Chris Carsel), Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Tropical Sound), Sun 6:30 to 9:30 (Le Hot Club)

Skinnylegs, Coral Bay, 779-4982

Mon 7pm (Movie Night) After Thanksgiving Thur 6:30 to 9:30 (Lauren and Bo) Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Chris Carsel & Co.) Sat 6:30 to 9:30 (Le Hot Club of Coral Bay)

Virgin Fire, Mongoose Junction, 777-3473

OPEN MICS

The Beach Bar, Cruz Bay, 777-4220, go to website.

Iggies Beach Bar & Grill

Cruz Bay, 776-0303 Fri 7 to 10 (Erin Hart of Island Girl Music) Sat 7 to 10 (Lauren Jones) Sun 7 to 10 (Bri Felix from The Ish- solo guitar/vocals)

Sapphire Grill, Sapphire Bay Condos, 777-4280

Bay Resort, 715-7263, Tue 5 to 7 (T&T Tuesdays w/ Jason Jones & Friends) Wed 4 to 7 (West Lindy Wednesdays w/ Jon Gazi)

Fatboys, Red Hook

Live Music some nights and Sun. afternoons.

Rhumblines

Sand Bar, MorningStar Beach at Frenchman’s

Tue and Sat 6 to 9 (Full Circle Band)

Barefoot Cowboy, Lumber Yard Complex, Cruz

777-4275 (Call for schedule)

Thu 5:30 to7:30 (T-Bird)

Mon 6:00 to 9:00 (Mark & Bro, guitar and flute combo, jazz and standards) Wed 6:00 to 9:00 (Le Hot Club of Coral Bay, stand -up bass, mandolin, guitar and vocal harmonies, Country Swing and Gypsy jazz), Fri 6 to 9 (Innervisions Reggae band, St. John's ambassadors to the world)

Sails, Ritz Carlton Resort, 775-3333

Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill

Honeymoon Beach, Water Island 727 504-0268 Sun 1 to 4 (Call for schedule)

Pickles, Coral Bay, 693-5140

Bay 626-8181 Wed 6:30 Barefoot Line Dancing, Thurs 6 to 8 (Erin Hart)

Castaways Tavern, Cruz Bay, 777-3361

High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill, Cruz Bay, 714-6169

Wed, Sat, Sun 4 to 7 (Happy Hour with Steel Pan) Call for info on other live music.

Iguana Grill, Cruz Bay, 779-7455

Thu 7 to 10 (Rockalypso w/ Jon Gazi)

Morgans Mango, Cruz Bay, 693-8141 Tues 6 to 9:30 (Greg Kinslow) Thu 6:30 to 9:30 (Mark Wallace) Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Lauren Jones)

Ocean Grill

Mongoose Junction, Cruz Bay, 693-3304  Mon and Fri 6:30 to 9:30 (Rascio on Steel Pan) Tue 6:30 to 9:30 (Lauren Jones-guitar/vocals)

...................................... Rum Shandy

Frenchtown, 775-RUM1 Mon 8 to 11 (Hosted by Tommy August.)

Sun Dog Cafe

Mongoose Junction, 244-9713 The Sunday Night Jam 7-10, Now in its 9th season, it's always an entertaining mix of local and visiting musicians.

Tavern On The Waterfront

Waterfront, 776-4328 Fridays 7 to 10 Mostly Jazz. Open for players to sit in. Hosted by Shelley. Saturdays 7 to 10 Mostly reggae with Shelley and friends.

Tickles Dockside Pub

Crown Bay Marina, 776-1595 (Hosted by Tim West.)

ON ST. JOHN Pickles

Coral Bay, 693-5140 Wed, call for time.

Sun Dog Cafe

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EVENTS! SHOPPING

EVENTS! St. Thomas & St. John MAY - JUNE 2015

Daily HASSEL ISLAND TOUR Hassel Island The St. Thomas Historical Trust hosts a 2.5hour daily tour to this historic island starting at 8:30 am. Donation: $50 pp. Call for reservations at least 48 hours in advance. For info & reservations, call (340) 774-5541

The St. Thomas Historical Trust hosts a 2.5 hour daily tour to historic Hassel Island.

EveryWeek MONDAYS, SUNSET FREE MOVIE NIGHT Honeymoon Beach, Water Island Catch the ferry next to Tickles Dockside Pub, Crown Bay, St. Thomas. Round trip fare is $10, but the movie is free! Refreshments are available, so bring cash (and don't forget the bug spray)! For information and schedule call(340) 777-5288. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 10AM 1PM FRENCH HERITAGE MUSEUM Frenchtown, St. Thomas, next to Joseph Aubain ballpark Get a glimpse into the past of this picturesque fishing village. For information call (340) 714-2583 MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, 6-7 PM FREE TAI CHI Yacht Haven Grande, in front of Louis Vuitton, St. Thomas Enjoy this rejuvenating physical activity! Donations for instructor appreciated. For information, call (340) 774-9500 MONDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS, 9:30 AM-3 PM REEF BAY HIKE Departs VI National Park Service Visitor’s Center, Cruz Bay, St. John Enjoy a ranger-led hike down the 2.2-mile long Reef Bay Trail & travel by boat back to Cruz Bay. Bring water, sunblock, bug spray, sturdy walking/hiking shoes & a snack or lunch. Book reservations at the Friends of the Park Store in Mongoose Junction. Cost: $30 pp. For information & reservations, call (340) 779-8700 Page 58 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

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TUESDAYS, 7:30 AM BEACH BOOT CAMP Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com TUESDAYS, 5:30 PM POWER YOGA ON THE WATER Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com WEDNESDAYS, 10 AM TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING Brewers Bay Beach, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com THURSDAYS, 9:30 AM POWER YOGA ON THE WATER Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the in-

structors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com THURSDAYS, THROUGH JUNE 4, 5:30 PM POWER HOUR VINYASA FLOW Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com FRIDAYS, 10 AM HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CHARLOTTE AMALIE WALKING TOUR Charlotte Amalie The St. Thomas Historical Trust offers these guided walks that offers a look back in time. Cost: $25 pp. Call for reservations at least 24 hours in advance. For information, call (340) 643-6782 or (340) 774-5541 FRIDAYS, 10 AM TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING Brewers Bay Beach, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. For information call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com www.virginislandsthisweek.com

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Wagapalooza – A Dog Show Extraordinaire! Saturday, May 9, 5-8 PM at Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John. St. John’s craziest dog show attracts dog lovers from near and far.

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FRIDAYS, 12-5 PM, ARTISTS' BAZAAR Pickles, Coral Bay, St. John Weather permitting, come find original creations for sale by the artists under tents and umbrellas, and out of a mobile "shop"-a converted van! Truly a laid-back, Coral Bay experience, and a great way to support local arts., email awlmadehere@yahoo.com FRIDAYS, 8-10 PM FREE QUADRILLE DANCE LESSONS WITH THE MUNGO NILES CULTURAL DANCERS Emancipation Garden, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas The oldest dance group on St. Thomas invites you to learn the traditional VI dance, the Quadrille, in this historic park. For information, call (340) 998-4238 or email mungoniles@yahoo.com. SATURDAYS, 8:30 AM BEACH BOOT CAMP Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com www.virginislandsthisweek.com

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SATURDAYS, 10 AM CORE CONSCIOUSNESS CIRCUIT Secret Harbor Beach, East End, St. Thomas These fitness classes are designed to accomodate all ability levels, and all the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. Call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com

Every Month EVERY SECOND SATURDAY, 9 AM-3 PM ARTISAN AND FARMER’S MARKET AND ART EXCHANGE Buddha Sushi, Estate Frydenhoj, St. Thomas. For information call (340) 513-7462 or email osaze72@yahoo.com.

May 1 to 10 » FRIDAY, MAY 1, 10 AM St. Thomas Carnival Children's Parade For information, call (340) 776-3112 SATURDAY, MAY 2, 6:30 AM Group Run, Race Training Fitness Class for Runners Magens Bay Beach, far left, St. Thomas All the instructors hold fitness and CPR certifications. Cost: $20 per person. For information, call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com SATURDAY, MAY 2, 7:30 AM Carnival Mile Western Cemetery, St. Thomas Celebrate Carnival in running-style. Entry fee: $10. Proceeds benefit St. Thomas Rescue. For information, call (340) 775-6373 SATURDAY, MAY 2, 10 AM St. Thomas Carnival - Adult's Parade Western Cemetery to Lionel Roberts Stadium, St. Thomas For information, call (340) 776-3112 SATURDAY, MAY 2, 9 PM St. Thomas Carnival Fireworks by Grucci Charlotte Amalie Harbor, St. Thomas For information, call (340) 776-3112 SATURDAY/SUNDAY, MAY 2 & 3, 10 PM-3 AM St. Thomas Carnival Calypso Spectakula/Last Lap Fort Christian Parking Lot, St. Thomas For information, call (340) 776-3112

EVERY FIRST AND THIRD SUNDAY, 10 AM-2 PM FARMER’S MARKET Esplanade, Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas. For information, call (340) 774-9500

SUNDAY, MAY 3, AM Dolphin Derby Tournament Virgin Islands Game Fishing Club, St. Thomas Cast your lines and try your luck to catch the largest dolphin – also called mahimahi. For information, call (340) 775-9144

EVERY SECOND AND LAST SUNDAY, 10 AM-2 PM FARMER’S MARKET Bordeaux Market, St. Thomas. For information, call (340) 774-4204 or (340) 244-4644

TUESDAY, MAY 5, 7:30PM Now showing…TBA St. John School of the Arts, Cruz Bay, St. John Join the St. John Film Society for a special screening. Donation: $5. For information, Email: info@stjohnfilm.com M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5 Page 59

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EVENTS! St. Thomas & St. John

MAY - JUNE 2015

SATURDAY, MAY 9,12-6 PM 2nd Annual Slider Showdown Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas Come find out who has the best sliders on the rock! Categories include Best Burger, Best Veggie, Best Pulled Pork and Best Seafood. This event benefits All Saints Cathedral School. For information, call (340) 774-0231 SATURDAY, MAY 9, 5-8 PM Wagapalooza – A Dog Show Extraordinaire! Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John St. John’s craziest dog show attracts dog lovers from near and far. There’s also great food, music, raffle prizes, and of course, dogs! Competitive dog show categories usually include best trick, best lap dog, best costume, best dancer, best spots, best old timer, best puppy love, best jumper and best tail. The event benefits the non-profit St. John Animal Care Center. For information, call: (340) 774-1625

May 11 to 17 » THURSDAY, MAY 14, 11 AM- 4 PM The Love City Country Music Festival Official Beach Party Soggy Dollar, Jost Van Dyke, BVI and Festival kick-off in Cruz Bay, St. John Grab a boat and get to White Bay for a day of sun, fun, music and Painkillers. Live acoustic music from festival artists, to the beach rock reggae of the Wheeland Brothers... it will be the day trip to remember! Later that day it's back to Cruz Bay for an island full of country music including the Woody's stage hosting their 21st birthday bash block party and live stages throughout town. For information, go to www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com FRIDAY, MAY 15, 7 PM- 12 AM The Love City Country Music Festival Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John (gates open at 5PM) Spotlight: A special presentation of Nashville songwriters showcase with Hit Makers and Rum Chasers at the main stage. Page 60 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

Thursday, Friday and Saturday May 14 - 16, 2015 The Love City Country Music Festival, St. John. The hit songs we all know... performed by the artists who actually wrote 'em. See details on this page.

The hit songs we all know... performed by the artists who actually wrote 'em. If you like country music YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS SHOW! Some of Nashville's top songwriters perform and tell the stories behind their biggest hits... A MUST-SEE! Then stick around for Nashville's own Down Home Band and Loving Mary-- followed by live bands on multiple stages throughout Cruz Bay. For information, go to www.lovecitycountrymusicfest.com SATURDAY, MAY 16, 3:30 PM- 12 AM The Love City Country Music Festival Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John (gates open at 2PM) Festival headliner Jerrod Niemann released his chart-topping major label first release in 2010 an has produced three platinum singles since: "Lover, Lover", "One More Drinkin' Song" and "Buzz Back Girl" Special guests include Grammynominated Pat Green, CCMA's Entertainer of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Canada's number-one selling digital single of all time, "Tippin' Point". Plus Dallas Smith, Sunny Sweeney, the country pop of Kaitlyn Weathers, and the beach rock reggae of the Wheeland Brothers.For the full line-up and event details visit, www. lovecitycountrymusicfest.com

SUNDAY, MAY 17, 4 PM Mothers Against Guns 2-Mile Walk/Run U.S. Coast Guard Dock, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Proceeds of this run benefit the Jason Carroll Memorial Scholarship Fund. Pre-registration is $8 for adults and $3 for children, or $10 and $5 on the day of the event. For information, call (340) 775-9337 SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 16 AND 17 First Annual Pistarckle Theater New Playwright Festival Two days of original plays. Six plays have been chosen to be presented, some as readings and others as full productions. For information, call (340) 775-7877

May 18 to 25 » TUESDAY, MAY 19, 5-9 PM In Concert – Dion Parson & Company West Indian Company Dock by the Visitor’s Center, St. Thomas Enjoy the jazz of some of Virgin Islands’ best musicians – both seasoned professionals such as Victor Provost on steel pan and student musicians from the Ivanna Eudora Kean Jazz Ensemble. For information, call (340) 774-1780 www.virginislandsthisweek.com

May - June 2015 6th Annual King of the Wing Contest Saturday, June 6, 12-5 PM , Magens Bay Beach, St. Thomas. One of the tastiest and most anticipated culinary competitions in the U.S. Virgin Islands! See details on this page.

SATURDAY-MONDAY, MAY 23, 24 & 25 Memorial Weekend Fishing Tournament St. Thomas Fishermen will enjoy great offshore angling and onshore partying at this Virgin Islands Game Fishing Club-hosted event. For information, call (340) 775-9144 SATURDAY, MAY 23, 8 PM On Stage…Jeffrey Osborne and Freddie Jackson Reichhold Center for the Arts, St. Thomas Join the Reichhold Season Finale with an R & B celebration! Osborne will perform his hits "Stay With Me Tonight", "You Should Be Mine", and more. Freddie Jackson earned legions of fans with the sultry songs "You Are My Lady" and "Rock Me Tonight". For info & tickets, call (340) 693-1559 SUNDAY, MAY 24, 8 AM 12th Annual Beach-To-Beach Power Swim Maho Beach, Cinnamon Beach, Trunk Beach and Hawksnest Beach, St. John Dive into this annual swimming event hosted by the Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park. Swim a short course from Maho Beach to Cinnamon Beach (1-mile); intermediate course from Maho Beach to Trunk Beach (2 ¼ miles); or the long course from Maho Beach to Hawksnest www.virginislandsthisweek.com

Beach (3 ½ miles). Swimmers can also compete in the long course as part of a 3-person relay team from Maho Beach to Hawksnest Beach, with transition points at Cinnamon and Trunk Beaches. Register now at www.friendsvinp.org/swim. For info and to register, call (340) 779-4940

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 7 PM The Forum Presents – Annual Film Festival TBA Market Square East Cinema, St. Thomas Enjoy award-winning films at this annual festival. Tickets: $15; Teachers: $10; Students $5 with Student ID. Tickets: $15; Teachers: $10; Students $5 with Student ID. For information, call (340) 228-4777 FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 7 PM St. John Festival – Festival Beach Jam Cruz Bay Beach, Cruz Bay, St. John For information, call (340) 776-6444 SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 4 PM St. John Festival – Pan-O-Rama Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay, St. John For information, call (340) 514-2341 SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 12-5 PM 6th Annual King of the Wing Contest Magens Bay Beach, St. Thomas One of the tastiest and most anticipated culinary competitions in the U.S. Virgin Islands! Every year, teams assemble weeks in advance to perfect their top-secret chicken wing recipes to be judged on taste, appearance and originality, with the winning team receiving the coveted “King of the Wing” title! 100% of the proceeds from the event are sent directly to the Nana Baby Home. For info, call 340-7142020, email kingofthewingvi@gmail.com

THURSDAY, MAY 28, 5:30 PM Stretch and Sip Secret Harbor, St. Thomas An hour-long yoga class into sunset on the dock at beautiful Secret Harbor on the East End, followed by a sampling of delicious wines. Cost: $35 per person. For information, call (855) 786-3284, or email info@activeislandvi.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 5:30 AM-1 PM Frenchtown Father’s Day Fishing Tournament Frenchtown, St. Thomas Come out and try your luck fishing with the best! Registration and breakfast sale will take place on May 31, at the Joseph Aubain Ball Park, from 9 AM to 3 PM. For information, call (340) 998-1715

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TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 7:30 PM Now showing…TBA St. John School of the Arts, Cruz Bay, St. John Join the St. John Film Society for this special screening. Donation: $5. For info, Email: info@stjohnfilm.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 8 AM St. John Festival – Festival Bike Race St. John National Park, Cruz Bay, St. John Pedal your bike fast for prizes and trophies offered in male, female and children’s categories. For info, call (340) 514-6611 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5 Page 61

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SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 9 PM St. John Festival – Band-O-Rama Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John For information, call (340) 277-7181 SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 6 PM St. John Festival – Princess Selection Pageant Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John Pre-teens strut their stuff from talent to fashion and wit to see who will reign supreme. For info, call (340) 626-4804

International Optimist Regatta, Friday-Sunday, June 19, 20 & 21 at St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas.

June 15 to 21 » MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 16 & 17 Sea Star Clinic St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas Sailors ranging from 8 to 15 years old from the surrounding Caribbean and U.S. mainland will receive intensive sailing instruction in 8-foot Optimist dinghies in advance of the International Optimist Regatta. For information, call (340) 775-6320 TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 5-9 PM In Concert – Dion Parson & Company West Indian Company Dock by the Visitor’s Center, St. Thomas Enjoy the jazz of some of Virgin Islands’ best musicians – both seasoned professionals such as pianist Roan Creque & Company and student musicians. For information, call (340) 774-1780 THURSDAY, JUNE 18 Sea Star Team Race St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas Junior sailors in over a dozen teams will take to the water in this exciting one-day team race. Up for grabs are trophies and bragging rights! For info, call (340) 775-6320 FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 20 & 21 International Optimist Regatta St. Thomas Yacht Club, St. Thomas Sailors ranging from 8 to 15 years old from the surrounding Caribbean and U.S. mainland compete in 8-foot Optimist dinghies for fun and prizes. For info, call (340) 775-6320 Page 62 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

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FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 20 & 21 Father’s Day Festivities Frenchtown, St. Thomas Come out and enjoy the food, live music and dancing at this decades old annual event. Festivities are based out of the Father’s Day Village at the Joseph Aubain Ball Park. For info, call (340) 998-1715 FRIDAY, JUNE , 19, 9 PM St. John Festival – Festival Musical Mix Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John Enjoy the sounds of Festival! For information, call (340) 690-2728, 690-1725 or 690-3692 SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 8 PM St. John Festival – Queen Selection Pageant Winston Wells Ball Field, Cruz Bay, St. John Beautiful and talented young ladies vie for this prestigious title with their wit, talent and costuming. For info, call (340) 626-0785 SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 1 PM St. John Festival – Food Fair & Coronation Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay, St. John The Carnival Queen and Fair Honoree join

to kick-off the Food Fair, where there is a buffet of local goodies from fried fish and Johnny cakes to fresh fruit juices and local sweets like tart. For information, call (340) 690-3692 SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 3 PM St. John Festival – Boat Races Cruz Bay Harbor, St. John Watch some of the speediest boats in the islands compete on the seas. For information, call (340) 771-2498 SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 4:30 PM Olympic Day Meet of Miles Coast Guard Dock, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Join in this run hosted by the St. Thomas Association of Roadrunners. For information, call (340) 775-6373 SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 6 PM St. John Festival – Children’s Festival Village National Park Field, Cruz Bay, St. John Fun and games for kids. For information, call (508) 963-2641 www.virginislandsthisweek.com

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St. John Festival 2015! The fun begins June 5th through July 5th, 2015.

June 22 to July 5 » SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 7 PM St. John Festival – Festival Village Opening Cruz Bay Parking Lot, Cruz Bay, St. John Celebrate food, fun and music every night through the remainder of Festival at this delightful village. For info, call (340) 776-6450 FRIDAY, JULY 3, 10 AM St. John Festival – Festival Cultural Day/ Emancipation Day Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park, Cruz Bay, St. John For information, call (508) 963-2641

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St. John Festival 2015 History Culture and the Event

he little island of St. John comes to extra special life in the weeks leading up to and including the Fourth of July. This is when the annual and highly-anticipated St. John Festival takes place. What sets our Festival apart from Carnival on other islands is the generosity of the people, a variety of different foods, local arts and crafts that you can’t buy anywhere else, and the music, are all just a small part of Festival festivities. It started as a one-day festival, where we had food tables, drink, dancing and music. People came by boat, walked or rode donkeys; anyway they could from all the surrounding villages. The Festival fun has now grown to nearly a month long. This year, the partying kicks-off

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on May 31st with Pan-O-Rama. This is a real treat for those who love to hear traditional steel pan music, an art form that started in Trinidad in the 1940’s and takes its name from the steel oil drums originally used as ‘instruments’. Music is a theme and rhythm that flows right through the whole of Festival. On the Fourth of July, the celebration culminates with a parade that winds from Cruz Bay Park through town with a procession of stilt-walking Mocko Jumbies, steel pan bands, fancifully costumed troupes and decorated floats. Lastly, as day turns to night, the Festival finale features a fireworks display over the Cruz Bay Harbor starting at 9 p.m. It’s a sight that will forever live in your memory.

SATURDAY, JULY 4, SUNRISE St. John Festival – Jouvert St. John National Park, Cruz Bay, St. John Dance and party in the street! For info, call (340) 690-2728/ 690-1725/ 690-3692 SATURDAY, JULY 4, 11 AM St. John Festival – Festival Parade St. John National Park, Cruz Bay, St. John Watch troupes, floupes, baton twirlers, steel bands and stilt-walking Mocko Jumbies parade in downtown Cruz Bay. For information, call (340) 690-1725 SATURDAY, JULY 4, 9 PM St. John Festival – Festival Fireworks Display Cruz Bay Harbor, Cruz Bay, St. John Watch fireworks explode over the harbor. For information, call (340)776-6492 SUNDAY, JULY 5, 12 PM St. John Festival – Festival Poker Run Cruz Bay Beach Front by the ferry dock, Cruz Bay, St. John For information, call (340) 690-0378

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Roti: The real definition of roti is a tortilla-type flat bread. However, most folks offering roti sell it as a complete sandwich where the thin bread is wrapped around a curried meat, seafood or vegetable filling.

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Bullfoot Soup: This soupy stew is made with, you guessed it, bull’s feet. A medley of vegetables like peas and carrots as well as ‘provisions’, which are root vegetables such as yams, sweet potatoes and white potatoes, float in a spicy rich broth along with the meaty feet. Fish & Fungi: Firm-fleshed fish such as red snapper or Old Wife, is boiled or pan-fried and served whole (locals says the eyes are the best part) in a Creole sauce flecked with savory green herbs. The fish sides up to a mix of cornmeal, water and butter that are cooked and hand-stirred into a side dish the consistency of creamy mashed potatoes. This duo is considered the Virgin Islands’ national dish.

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ake the cooking styles of people like the ancient Arawaks, Africans, Europeans, East Indians and Asians. Blend this with a mix of indigenous and imported ingredients, everything from mangoes and scotch bonnet peppers to spiny lobster and bulls feet, and you have the melting pot that is traditional Virgin Islands cuisine. For great local West Indian food visit St. Thomas’ top local restaurants: Glady’s Café in Royal Dane Mall.

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Pate: Pates are made from a flaky white flour dough that encloses a hot pepper-spiked mixture of ground beef, conch, salted codfish or vegetables. The dough is wrapped around the filling turnover fashion, and then deep fat fried. Caribbean lobster: Unlike its North American cousin, this shellfish has no claws. Most of the meat is in the tail. Lobster tail is served split and grilled with melted garlic butter or the meat is mixed into rice or soup. Conch in Butter Sauce: Meat from this marine mollusk can be tough. But, sliced thin and pressure cooked, its melt-in-your-mouth tender and a real treat when served swimming in a rich butter sauce chock-full of sliced onions. Kallaloo: Spinach, okra and local native greens are the base for this thick soupy stew. Conch, crab, fish, salt beef or smoked pig tail added for extra gusto. Customarily this dish is served with a heaping helping of fungi.

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Goat Water: Goat meat is this thick brown stew’s main ingredient. It’s a rib-sticking robust-tasting dish that is often enjoyed as a breakfast food. Dumb Bread: This rich round loaf is dubbed for the very clever way in which it’s made. The white flour dough, often sweetened with shredded coconut, is placed into a skillet and set over hot coals. More hot coals are placed over the skillet’s lid to cook the bread from above and below until it’s toasty brown. Dumb bread is usually cut in pie-shaped wedges, split in the middle and filled with cheddar cheese. Whelks & Rice: A real delicacy, these large marine snails are sizzled in garlic butter and folded into fluffy white rice. Johnny Cakes: These hand-sized rounds of fried bread are sold by themselves as a snack or with a fried chicken leg for a light lunch. Conch in Butter Sauce: Page 66 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5 Roti:

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Blue Orchid at The Greathouse St. Peter Mountain Rd , 340-774-4999 Island Style dining

Alexander’s Bella Blu Frenchtown, 340-774-4349 Weiner Schnitzel, Italian, Continental dishes

Hull Bay Hideaway Hull Bay, 340-777-1898 American Fare, burgers

Enkai Gregorie Channel, 340-774-6254 Serving artisanal sushi, dinner and drinks

Magens Bay Pizzeria Magens Bay Beach, 340-777-6270 Pizza, salads, burgers

Epernay Bistro & Wine Bar Frenchtown, 340-774-5348 International fusion

North Side Bistro Hull Bay Road, 340-775-5098 Grouper, Caribbean lobster, steaks, pastas

Frenchtown Deli Frenchtown, 340-776-7211 Serving deli food all day

Sibs Mtn Bar & Restaurant Rte 33 – Mafolie, 340-774-8967 Burgers, barbecued ribs, chicken and beer

Hook, Line & Sinker Frenchtown, 340-776-9708 Creative American & Caribbean Cuisine

The Grille at Mahogany Run Mahogany Run, 340-777-6006 Fresh seafood entrées, reservations required

Oceana Restaurant Frenchtown 340-774-4262 Dine in an atmosphere of Island Elegance and Romance on the Seaside Patio of an Historic Estate House. Innovative Global Cuisine....

The Old Stone Farmhouse Mahogany Run, 340-777-6277 Continental fare, fish and steaks Thirteen Rte 33 – Crown Mtn Rd, 340-774-6800 Creative dishes of seafood, lamb, beef

Airport Road Atlantic Seafood Airport Road , 340-774-1533 “Paté´” with beef, conch, saltfish or chicken Caribbean Fusion Beachfront Emerald Beach Hotel, 340-777-8800 Beachfront, American and West Indian cuisine The Palms Emerald Beach Hotel, 340-777-8800 Beachfront, American and West Indian cuisine. Walker’s By The Sea Lindberg Bay, 777-5633 Local, Caribbean food

Rum Shandy Frenchtown, 340-775-7861 Serving sandwiches, fish, burgers, tacos. The Pie Hole Frenchtown, 340-642-5074 Traditional Neopolitan pies made in a brick oven

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Downtown Amalia Café Palm Passage, 340-714-7373 Spanish favorites Banana Tree Grille Bluebeard’s Castle, 340-776-4050 Serving Asian, Caribbean, and European Big Kahuna Rum Shack Town Waterfront, 340-775-9289 Tropical drinks and sandwiches.

Sub Base Tickle’s Dockside Pub Crown Bay Marina, 340-776-1595 American style pub food Victor’s New Hideout Sub Base, 340-776-9379 Local restaurant with authentic Caribbean foods

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Bumpa’s Town Waterfront, 340-777-8100 Sandwiches, cheese steaks, lemonade Café Amici A.H. Riise Alley, 340-714-7874 Salads, pizza, sandwiches and pastas Coconuts Bar & Grill Downtown, 340-774-0099 One of the oldest Downtown bar and grills, a favorite of locals for years. Also the Home of the Backstreet Bushwacker, and you haven’t lived until you’ve tried one (or two)! Specialties include: Finger Foods, Tortilla Wraps, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Burgers, Ultra-Thin Crust Pizza and Seafood. Open Mon – Sat 10AM – 4PM. Cuzzin’s Caribbean Restaurant & Bar Back Street, 340-777-4711 Fish, conch, and lobster, stews and curries Glady’s Café Royal Dane Mall, 340-774-6604 Charming café in Royal Dane Mall. Breakfast includes omelets, French toast, lox and bagels. Lunch; fresh fish, sandwiches, hamburgers, steaks, gazpacho, and soup. Hot chicken salad is a favorite, with local specialties such as conch and fungi, saltfish and dumplings, mutton stew and famous Bloody Mary’s and Gladys’ own hot sauce for purchase. Mon-Sat 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, Sunday 8am to 2:30pm (cruise ship days only) AX, MC, VISA. (Town map) Jen's Island Café & Deli Emancipation Park, 340-777-4611 Lobster & shrimp quesadillas, roti, fritters Natural Livity, Kulcha Shop & Juice Bar Downtown, 340-715-1992 Vegan, vegetarian B, L, D, juice bar. Pasta Go Go Waterfront, 340-775-4646 Dine in or take out Pasta Dishes Petit Pump Room Town Ferry Terminal, 340-776-2976 Tropical drinks, seafood, Caribbean Room With A View Bluebeard’s Castle, 340-774-2377 Fresh fish, pasta, vegetarian, steaks Tavern on the Waterfront Waterfront, 340-776-4328 Caribbean, Continental, European and Polish The Greenhouse Waterfront, 340-774-7998 The number one seller of certified angus beef Trenchtown Rock Jamaican Bar & Rest. Back Street, 340-774-1996 Featuring Jamaican specialties Page 68 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

Virgilios Off Main Street, 693-0428 Authentic Italian dishes

Above Town Love Livin’ Above town 340-344-4300 Situated at Pilgrims’ Terrace overlooking the harbor, serving vegan cuisine, home grown juices, teas and wine; Catering. Mafolie Restaurant Rte. 33, above town 340-774-2790 Amazing panorama view

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Mojo’s Port of Sale Mall, 340-775-6656 Tropical tiki bar Pizza Amore Al Cohen’s Mall, 340-774-2822 A popular St. Thomas pizzeria, Havensight Mall Señor Frog’s Havensight Mall, 340-777-FROG (Across from Gate 4, West Indian Co. dock) Mexican & American fare. Great tropical drinks. Open only on Havensight ship days. www.senorfrogs.com • FB • Youtube • Twitter Shipwreck Tavern Rte. 30, 340-777-1293 They were voted "Best Burger of the VI"

Fat Turtle Yacht Haven Grande, 340-714-3566 Coco Joe’s Indulging in local Morningstar Beach, 340-776-8500 lobster, seafood, salGrilled Food ads, stone-floored oven pizza and their HAVANA BLUE fabulous frozen Ocean Front at Morning Star Beach Club, cocktails. Best spot 340-715-BLUE (2583) to watch sports on Latin America Haven one of the 6 plasmaYacht TV’s or take in the Grande sunset. meets the Pacific Open4-7pm Daily:every lunch & and Dinner Rim. Ocean Front. Don’t miss Happy Hour day Menu: 10pm-12am Happy Hour 4-7Experiential Dining. the hottest partyLate on Night St. Thomas starts at• 10pm hOttest FriDay night party 10pMSip Mango Mojitos every Friday. Open every day for lunch and HAVANA BLUE 340.715.BLUE (2583) dinner and late night menu from 10pm-12am. at Sunset. Taste Phone: 340-714-3566 (Yacht Haven Grande map) culinary artistry with Creative Ceviches, Fresh Bistro Lobster Tostados, Sticky Shrimp, Ancho Yacht haven Grande 340-777-2747 Espresso Filet, Miso – Lemongrass Sea Bass, Mediterranean style Bistro featuring simple , Chimichurri Rock Shrimp Stuffed Snapper, honest ingredients. Great food in a casual enviWarm Cuban Chocolate Fondant & Key Lime ronment....sit on the patio and enjoy amazing Crème Brulée. “Top 5 Beachside Restaurants sunsets. Lunch...Dinner... Sunday Brunch. in the Caribbean” – Caribbean Travel & Life. Grande Cru Fodor’s Choice. Wine Spectator Award of Yacht haven Grande 340-774-7263 Excellence. “You only live once, but if you dine Waterfront with both outdoor and indoor air well, once is all you need.” ® (Island map) conditioned dining. Trendy.... Sexy Cocktails... SandBar 25 wines by the glass......upscale dining expeOcean Front at Morning Star Beach Club, rience. Cutting Edge New World Cuisine. St. Thomas 340-715-SAND (7263) Sip. Savor. Scene.™ SandBar is the ultimate, tropical chic beachfront Barefoot Buddha restaurant and sports Havensight, 340-777-3668 lounge. Sip fresh pasHandmade healthy superfoods sion fruit mojitos and SandBar * 340.715.SAND (7263) nilla pain ‘killas. Savor Beni Iguana’s Sushi Bar Latin inspired Caribbean On the WICO Dock, 340-777-8744 fare including Chile Sushi served in a high tech atmosphere Dusted Fish Tacos, Mojito Skirt Steak, Signature Delly Deck Burgers & Fresh Lobster from the grill. Happy Hour Havensight Mall, 340-776-9943 Daily 5-7pm at the Hottest Scene in the Caribbean. Hearty home-style food. It’s the closest thing to a Enjoy watersports and beach service. Signature a “diner” that you’ll find here in the Virgin Islands. la Carte Brunch Sat & Sun 11am-2pm with unlimGreat Wall ited mimosa & bloddy mary bar. Don’t Miss Taco Havensight Mall, 340-776-3566 & Tequila Tuesdays with Live Music and St Tropez Classic Chinese cuisine & Sushi Sundays with DJ’s! sandbarvi.com (Island Map)

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Restaurants & Bars Sunset Bar & Grill Frenchman’s Reef, 340-776-8500 Caribbean and American favorites

Mid Island Kokopellis Cost-U-Less Shopping Ctr, 340-715-5280 Middle Eastern and Italian cuisine

Southside/ Bolongo Mim’s Seafood Bistro Watergate Condos, 340-775-2081 Mim’s has one of the most romantic seaside settings on Island. One of the longest running restaurants, doing business for over 22 years. Mim’s is famous for seafood, especially Local LOBSTER. Lobster in a coconut curry cream sauce or the baked, stuffed are Island

favorites. The Seafood bisque is amazing! Thursday nights are ALL U CAN EAT SHRIMP, but any night is just right at Mim’s. Dinner nightly 6 to 10pm. AX, MC, VISA (Island map) Iggies Beach Bar & Grill Bolongo Bay, 340-693-2600 There’s always something going on at Iggies! St. Thomas’ favorite beach bar is famous for live music, cool coctails and great food. Every Wednesday it’s the Cruzan Carnival Night-Limbo Show, on Sunday kick back with sports on the TVs and All You Can Eat BBQ, hang out after happy hour for nightly live entertainment. Winner of the reader’s choice award Best Beach Bar 2012 by Caribbean Travel and Life magazine. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days - 11:30 am-11pm and cocktails until... (Island map)

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FOOD SHOPPING

TASTE of the Tropics ST. THOMAS RESTAURANTS

The Lobster Grille Bolongo Bay Beach Club, 340-775-1800 Where the ‘Surf Meets the Turf’ on beautiful Bolongo Bay. Delicious Caribbean lobster – by the pound or in tantalizing specials created by the chef each evening. Fresh fish, steaks, and homemade desserts round out this mouthwatering menu. Enjoy a lively happy hour poolside 4 – 6pm. Dinner served 6 – 9:30pm, Breakfast & lunch 7 days 7:30am – 2:30pm. Reservations recommended. VISA, MC and AX (Island map)

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East End Buddha Bar Rte 32, 340-714-3474 Great rolls and grilled Japanese entrees Caribbean Fish Market Elysian Beach Resort, East End, St. Thomas 340-714-STRG (7874) www.CaribbeanFishMarketVI.com The freshest seafood, beachside dining and superior service, mixed with the sounds of the piano bar, create an ambiance making CFM deserving of the Trip Advisor Award of Excellence received every year. Explore the variety of seafood, steak, chicken, pasta and vegetarian dishes, as well as an award winning wine list. Dinner daily 5pm-10pm. Happy Hour 5pm-7pm. Sunday Brunch 8am-2pm with Bottomless Mimosas. Carigas Island Café Independent Boat Yard, 340-779-8935 Standard fare, burgers etc

Painkiller 1 SERVING: 1 OZ. ORANGE JUICE 4 oz. PINEAPPLE JUICE 2 oz. CUZAN DARK RUM 1 oz. CREAM OF COCONUT Shake or stir ingredients, and pour over ice in a tall glass. Sprinkle with nutmeg on top and serve!

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Cup-N-Kettle Teahouse, Restaurant Estate Ridge Rd, 998-7405 Did you know that after water, tea is the second most consumed drink in the world? Well, Cup-N-Kettle, the Virgin Islands' first and only tea house, nestled snugly atop Paradise Cove offers a wide selection of teas coupled with exquisite tea-ware; some dating back to 1918. Coffee, cold drinks including our mango smoothies, soups, sandwiches and scrumptious pastries are also served 7am-2 pm daily. www.cupnkettle.com Cruzan Beach Club Secret Harbor, 340-714-7874 Ahi nachos, pizzas, salads Latitude 18 Vessup Lane, Vessup Beach, 340-777-4552 Authentic Caribbean cuisine, roti, burgers, steaks, ribs, shrimp, tuna, vegetarian, vegan and more! Ritz Carlton Great Bay / Ritz Carlton, 340-693-3816 2 restaurants to choose from Sangria’s Beachside Bistro Elysian Bch Resort, 340-714-7874 Conch fritters, wings, pizzas, toasted subs, fish, chicken & salads Sunset Grille Secret Harbour Beach Resort, East End, St. Thomas 340-714-STRG (7874) www.SunsetGrilleVI.com Fine dining with a romantic island ambiance - hear waves crash as the sunset unfolds. The culinary team designs plates with the freshest local fish and the best cuts of meat to ensure that even the most sophisticated of palates are satisfied. For a more private setting, the Wine Room provides dedicated service for up to 15 guests and the same superior menu as the dining room. Dinner Daily 5:30pm-10pm.

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Amigos Dockside Cantina Red Hook, 340-775-1270 Mexican cuisine, fagitas, fish tacos and more!

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Best Italian Cuisine in the Caribbean

Duffy’s Love Shack Red Hook Plaza, 340-779-2080 Caribbean/Seafood Fatty’s Red Hook, 340-77-shark Fish Tacos, Burgers, & Wings. Fish Tails Bar & Grill Red Hook, 340-714-3188 Locally caught fish, straight from the dock Melt American Yacht harbor, 340-714-7874 Sandwiches, burrito bowls, tacos & salads Molly Molone’s Irish Yacht Pub American Yacht Harbor, 340-775-1270 Irish pub fare, local seafood, steaks. Pesce Italian American Yacht Harbor, Red Hook, St. Thomas 340-714-STRG (7874) www.PesceVI.com Fresh Seafood, Homemade Pastas, Local Ingredients -the best Italian cuisine in the Caribbean! A menu of classic Italian dishes including local line-caught fish and the now famous Osso Bucco Milanese, with its flavor that can only be exceeded by the excellence in wine offered to accompany it. Dinner daily 5pm-10pm. Happy Hour 5pm8pm. Brunch Sat & Sun 10am-3pm with a Build Your Own Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar.

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Señor Frog’s Red Hook, 340-714-3764 Mexican & American fare. Great tropical drinks! www.senorfrogs.com FB • Youtube • Twitter Senõr Pizza Red Hook, 340-775-3030 Pizza only available for take out

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LODGING SHOPPING

WHERE to Stay

HOTELS, CONDOS & VILLAS

LARGE ST. THOMAS HOTELS

TOLL FREE

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ROOMS

LOCATION

HIGHLIGHT

Best Western Carib Beach Resort

800/780-7234

774-2525

51 units

Near Airport

Beach

Best Western Emerald Beach Resort

800/233-4936

777-8800

90 units

Near Airport

Beach

Bluebeard’s Castle Hotel

800/438-6493

774-1600

170 units

Above Town

Town View

Bolongo Bay Beach Club

800/524-4746

775-1800

65 units

South Side

Beach

777-7100

297 units

East End

Beach

Elysian Beach Resort

800/438-6499

775-1000

182 units

East End

Beach

Marriott’s Frenchman’s Reef

800/524-2000

776-8500

504 units

Southside

Beach

Island Beachcomber Hotel

800/982-9898

774-5250

48 units

Near Airport

Beach

Point Pleasant Resort

888/619-4010

775-7200

128 units

East End

Beach

Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina

800/524-2090

775-6100

78 units

East End

Beach

Secret Harbour Beach Resort

800/524-2250

775-6550

48 units

East End

Beach

The Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas

800/241-3333

775-3333

200 units

East End

Beach

Windward Passage Hotel

800/524-7389

774-5200

151 units

In Town

Waterfront

714-5500

24 units

Havensight

Town

Dreams Sugar Bay St. Thomas

SMALL HOTELS , GUEST HOUSES, INNS, B&B’S Bellavista Scott Hotel Bunker Hill Hotel

774-8056

21 units

InTown

Town

Crystal Palace

866/502-2277

777-2277

5 units

Above Town

Town View

Danish Chalet Inn

877/407-2567

15 units

Above Town

Town View

Galleon House Hotel

800/524-2052

774-6952

12 units

Above Town

Town View

The Green Iguana

855/473-4733

776-7654

9 units

Above Town

Harbor View

715-0900

8 units

Frenchtown

Waterfront

800/524-2023

774-4270

12 units

Near Airport

Harbor View

Mafolie Hotel

774-2790

22 units

Above Town

Harbor View

Miller Manor

888/229-0862

774-1535

26 units

Town

Town View

626-0860

Pavillions and Pools

800/524-2001

775-6110

25 units

East End

Beach

Villa Blanca

800/231-0034

776-0749

14 units

Above Town

Country

Villa Santana

776-1311

6 units

Above Town

Historic

800/524-2025

773-9150

300 units

Various

Condos

227-6934

1 unit

East End

Ocean View

Calypso Realty

800/747-4858

774-1620

8 units

Various

Villas

McLaughlin Anderson Vacation Villas

800/537-6246

776-0635

50+ units

Various

Villas

Paradise Properties

800/524-2038

775-0111

Pineapple Village Villas

800/992-9232

340-775-5516

4 units

East End

Beach

The Inn at Villa Olga Island View Guest House

Paradise Cove

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VACATION VILLAS, CONDOS, RENTAL COMPANIES Antilles Resorts Harbor House Villas

Secret Harbour Villas

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775-6000

21 units

East End

Ocean View

888/851-7588

776-4703

10 units

Various

Villas

Marriott Vacation Club

877/682-4788

715-5900

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The Ritz Carlton Club St. Thomas

888/214-1302

693-3800

www.rcc-stthomas.com

714-6352

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Visiting for a Week…or Staying Forever

IN THE USVI

Our pleasant climate and near-constant trade winds make it possible to live in shorts and sandals all year... More vacationers every year fulfill dreams of moving to "America's Paradise." And why not? Under the United States flag, we have a stable government and no state taxes. Our pleasant climate and near-constant trade winds make it possible to live in shorts and sandals all year. Sandy beaches and aquamarine waters encourage an outdoor sporty lifestyle. Beyond early impressions newcomers learn that the island has fascinating historical and cultural depth. St. Thomas and St. John are an ideal second home for some during the winter months and an attractive year-round residence for others. It is not just a retirement destination, either, thousands of young families, couples, and singles from the United States and other countries move here and feel at home in the cosmopolitan atmosphere. Houses and condominiums are available for rent if you want to test the move first or for purchase, with good values available, even for oceanfront. If you think you will be com-

ing back for a vacation, year after year, you might consider purchasing a condominium. Traditionally, these investments have increased in value over time. If you feel that you would like to spend a couple of months each year then you might consider a villa which could be short-term rented when you are not here. The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) is more than just an ideal tourism destination with its pristine beaches, wonderful sunshine, great duty-free shopping and intriguing historic monuments; it is also the ideal location for doing business and maximizing your company's profits. The USVI offers a very unique tax incentives program for qualified businesses through the Economic Development Authority and its Economic Development Commission or EDC Program. Global companies in the areas of manufacturing, services, high-technology, as well as other qualified businesses may qualify for the Economic Development Commission Program. The goal of the EDC program is to

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provide the necessary incentives to make your business expansion or relocation a reality. When it comes time to take the plunge you you can find professional realtors like Mucki Wesley (340-690-3546) and Claire Mancivalano (340-690-3546) of Curreri Realtors who can help you with the transition both for personal property purchases and information on the EDC program for your business.

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AROUND

GETTING SHOPPING

TRANSPORTATION U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

In the Virgin Islands, remember stay left and you’ll always be right! Whether renting a vehicle or simply crossing a street, it is vital to remember that traffic in the USVI always flows from the left-hand side of the road. Speed limits are 35 MPH in the country and 20 MPH in town, unless otherwise posted. The first thing to remember is that you drive on the left-hand side of the road; the second is that it’s hard to get lost for long. This narrow emerald dot on the world map is only thirteen miles long and no point on the island is more than thirty minutes (traffic permitting) from Charlotte Amalie, the

main town, which climbs picturesquely up the hills of the main harbor midway on the island’s south shore. Black and white signs are spotted along the country roads indicating route number and direction in which you are going. Our road map is keyed to these routes and also to the road names.

If you would like to do some sightseeing, our local taxi services are very knowledgable and can guide you to our many points of interest. Scan this code with your cellphone QR Code Reader App.

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st. thomas & st. john u.s. virgin islands since 1962 Enjoy our Two Most Popular Scenic Island Tours St. Thomas Island Tour See the North ans South Shores of the island combined with shopping in Duty-Free Charlotte Amalie. monday ~ saturday St. John Island Tour Combines touring through the National Park with lunch and a swim at Trunk Bay. tuesday-thursday & saturday For Reservations Please Contact Your Resort Concierge or Call us.

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For visitors who do not want to do their own driving, there is a large taxicab fleet. Fares are from point to point (see Taxi section), but a set fee can be arranged for a tour. “Safari” bus tours are arranged by local travel agencies.

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GETTING AROUND

FERRY Schedules

BETWEEN ST. THOMAS, ST. JOHN, ST. CROIX AND PUERTO RICO

FERRY TO ST JOHN

ST. JOHN CAR FERRY

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (340) 776-6282

RED HOOK, St. Thomas to Enighed Pond, ST. JOHN BOYSON, INC. (340) 776-6294, LOVE CITY (340) 779-4000,

VARLACK VENTURES (340) 776-6412

RED HOOK, St. Thomas to CRUZ BAY, St. John $7.00 one way, children under twelve $1.00 15 to 20 minute ride. $4.00 per bag fee.

GLOBAL MARINE (340) 779-1739 Round trip from $42-$50 – One way $27-$30 Depends on Carrier (plus Port Authority Fee)

Monday: first boat 5:30 am (then same as Tues-Sun) Tues - Sun: 6:30 am, 7:30 am and 8:00 am, then hourly until Midnight

Be there at least 25 mins before. If you buy a round trip ticket you must return with the same Company. Check your boat’s return schedule or buy a one way ticket so it doesn’t matter which boat you return on.

Leaving Red Hook

Leaving Cruz Bay Every hour from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm

CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas to CRUZ BAY, St. John $13.00 one way; $3.50 children. 45 minute ride. $4.00 per bag fee. Leaving Charlotte Amalie Mon - Sun: 10:00 am, 1:00 pm & 5:30 pm Leaving Cruz Bay Mon - Sun: 8:45 am, 11:15 am & 3:45 pm

PRIVATE WATER TAXI

DOHM’S CATAMARAN (340-775-6501) DOLPHIN WATER TAXI (340-774-2628)

to St. John, the British Virgin Islands, Virgin Gorda

Leaving Red Hook, St. Thomas

Mon-Sat: 6:15 am until 7:00 pm.Every Half Hour Sundays: 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. Every Half Hour

Leaving Cruz Bay, St. John Mon-Sat: 6:15, 7:00–7:00 pm Every Half Hour Sundays: 7:00 am until 7:00 pm Every Half Hour

FRENCHMAN’S REEF CHARLOTTE AMALIE, Waterfront to MARRIOTT FRENCHMAN’S REEF

Shopping ferry $7 adults; $4 children (3-12 years); 2 years and under Free. Mon–Sat ferry departs from the hotel every 30 minutes, between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm – departs from the waterfront every 30 minutes, between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm. Sunday ferry is hourly from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

FERRY TO PUERTO RICO

ST. JOHN / ST. THOMAS to PUERTO RICO TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (340) 776-6282 One Way $60 - Round trip $100. Takes 2 hours. Between Cruz Bay, St. John, Charlotte Amalie, and Fajardo, Puerto Rico. This service leaves sporadically and unpredictably. You can try calling the phone number above to see if there is anything on the dates you require.

FERRY TO ST. CROIX V.I. SEATRANS (340) 776-5494

Temporarily not in service

Between CHARLOTTE AMALIE waterfront and CHRISTIANSTED (Gallows Bay) This ferry service has been temporarily discontinued. You will need to use the inter island airlines to get to St. Croix:

Charlotte Amalie Harbor to Christiansted Harbor: SEABORNE AIRLINES tel: (340) 773-6442 St. Thomas Airport to St Croix Airport: CAPE AIR tel: (800) CAPE-AIR SEAFLIGHT tel: (340) 714-3000 NO PASSPORTS NEEDED BETWEEN ST.THOMAS – ST CROIX – ST JOHN and PUERTO RICO

Connecting the USVI to the BVI for over 35 years.

Check-In Time 30 mins Prior to Departure Between Red Hook & West End, Tortola Departs Red Hook 7:45am 11:45am 3:15pm 5:00pm

Departs West End 6:00am (RT) 6:45am 8:30am 12:30pm 4:00pm

Between Charlotte Amalie & Tortola

MONDAY - SATURDAY Depart Departs Tortola Charlotte Amalie 6:30am** (RT) 8:25am** 1:30pm 2:30pm 4:00pm** 4:30pm** 5:00pm**

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FERRY Schedules

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CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas to TORTOLA, BVI

RED HOOK/ST. JOHN to WEST END,Tortola

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INTER ISLAND BOAT SERVICES (340) 776-6597

Between the Marine Terminal on Charlotte Amalie waterfront and Tortola, BVI. RT $55-60 depending on carrier + $15 BVI depart tax (West End, 45 mins., Roadtown, 1 hrour)

Between Red Hook / St. John and West End RT $55 - Kids $45 + $28 BVI depart tax + fees (30 mins)

Ferries stopping at West End are marked “W” Those indicated by “R” go to Roadtown Leaving Charlotte Amalie 8:00 am (Sun) W/R 8:25 am (Daily**) W/R 8:30 am (Mon–Sat) R

2:45 pm (Sun) W/R 3:30 pm (Daily) W/R 4:00 pm (Daily**) W/R

Leaving Roadtown

Leaving West End

6:15 am (Mon–Sat)

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9:15 am (Sun)

Departs Red Hook / St. John 7:15 am / Non-Stop 8:00 am / 8:30 am 11:00 am / 11:30 am 2:45 pm / 3:30 pm 4:00 pm / 4:30 pm 4:30 pm / 5:00 pm 4:30 pm / Non-Stop

West End

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6:00 pm (Sat)

RED HOOK, STT to WEST END, Tortola BVI

M, T, W, T, Sat

REDHOOK/ST. JOHN to JOST VAN DYKE

Mon, Tue, Weds & Sat

Departs Red Hook

Departs St. John

8:00 am 2:45 pm

Departs Jost Van Dyke

8:30 am 9:15 am 2:20 pm 4:00 pm Fridays & Sundays

Departs Red Hook

Departs St. John

8:00 am 2:00 pm (Fri) 4:00 pm (Sun)

8:30 am 2:20 pm (Fri) 4:30 pm (Sun)

Departs Jost Van Dyke 9:15 am 3:00 pm (Fri) 5:30 pm (Sun)

RED HOOK, ST. JOHN to VIRGIN GORDA, BVI

NATIVE SON, INC. (340) 774-8685

INTER-ISLAND BOAT SERVICES (340) 776-6597

Between Red Hook and West End (30 mins) Daily

Round trip $90 - Kids $70 +$28 tax + fees (same day travel) Thursday and Sunday only

Leaving Red Hook 7:45 am 11:45 am 3:15 pm 5:00 pm

Leaving West End 6:00 am (RT) 6:45 am 8:30 am 12:30 pm 3:15 pm (RT-Sun/Seasonal) 4:00 pm

Leaving: Red Hook 8:00 am

Cruz Bay 8:30 am

Virgin Gorda 3:00 pm

RED HOOK, ST. JOHN to ANEGADA, BVI INTER-ISLAND BOAT SERVICES (340) 776-6597 Round trip $135 - Kids $90 +$28 tax + fees (same day travel) 1st Sunday of month (by reservation only)

Leaving: Red Hook 7:30 am

St. John 8:00 am

Virgin Gorda 4:00 pm

BOYSON, INC PROTECT THE SEA AROUND YOU It took hundreds of years to grow our beautiful reefs. It takes only a moment to destroy them. Taking live coral and sponge ruins the scenic beauty for others (and for the marine life!). It is also against the law. This is a lovely part of the world; please help us keep it that way.

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Inter-Island Barge Service DAILY SCHEDULE

Depart St. John

Depart St. Thomas

Every Hour on the Half Hour:

6:00am, 7:00am 7:30am - 5:30pm 6:00pm

6:30am - 6:30pm

First Departure On Sundays: at 7:30am at 7:00am

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GETTING AROUND

TAXI Information ST. THOMAS

If you would like to do some sightseeing, our local taxi services are very knowledgable and can guide you to our many points of interest. ST. THOMAS: These taxi rates to and from the Airport

and town were obtained from the Taxi Commission and have been approved by the Virgin Islands’ Legislature. Look only for those taxis which carry a dome light and the letters TP on their license plate (other taxis are not officially licensed and these rates may not apply). If you have a complaint about your taxi service be sure to get the license plate number and call this magazine at 340-774-2500. Many taxis carry 8 to 12 passengers in vans and only these multi-destination vans service the Airport. The charge for a taxi exclusively for yourself for a trip from the Airport to Red Hook is $90 for up to 4 passengers total, each additional passenger over 4 is $15. each. For exclusive transport within the Town limits it is $55 for up to 4 passengers, and $7.00 for each additional passenger.

HOURLY RATES: Per Hour

Sedan/Van (1-4 passengers).....................................................$40.00 Van/Safari (14 pax max) ............................................................$55.00 Safari...........................................................................................$80.00 Rates for additional passengers will be negotiated between taxi operator and passenger(s) Rates listed below in BOLD type are for one passenger. Parentheses indicate the rate paid by EACH passenger if there is MORE THAN ONE travelling to the same destination. From June 1 to Sept 1; a $1 per passenger surcharge will be added. There is a $2 per bag charge for luggage. $4 per bag for bags larger than 20 x 30 inches.

ST. THOMAS TAXI SERVICES East End.......................................................................... 775-6974 Ever Ready Tours & Taxi................................................ 473-7445 Independent Taxi........................................................... 775-1006 Islander Taxi.................................................................... 774-4077 St. Thomas Taxi Association......................................... 774-0394 Sunflower Bliss............................................................... 777-7343 V.I. Taxi Radio Dispatch................................................. 774-7457 V.I. Taxi Association........................................................ 774-4550 Wheatley Taxi Service & Tours...................................... 775-1959

SIGHTSEEING TOURS by TAXI Tour 1 (2 Hours Long) Per Person One Passenger.........................................................................$50.00 Two or More Passengers, each...............................................$25.00 Tour 2 (3 Hours Long) One Passenger.........................................................................$60.00 Two or More Passengers, each...............................................$30.00 Page 78 M A Y / J U N E 2 0 1 5

TO & FROM AIRPORT

Town to: (1 pass.) (2+ pass.)

Airport to: (1 pass.) (2+ pass.)

Airport Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 (6.00) – – American Yacht Harbor. . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Anchorage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00 (10.00) 18.00 (12.00) Blackbeard’s Castle. . . . . . . . . . 5.00 (4.00) 8.00 (7.00) Bluebeard’s Castle. . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 (4.00) 8.00 (7.00) Bolongo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 (8.00) 12.00 (9.00) Carib Beach Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 (6.00) 4.00 (4.00) Coki Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00 (9.00) 14.00 (10.00) Compass Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00 (9.00) 14.00 (10.00) Coral World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00 (9.00) 14.00 (10.00) Cowpet Bay Village . . . . . . . . 15.00 (10.00) 18.00 (12.00) Crown Bay Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 (4.00) 5.00 (4.00) Drake’s Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 (5.00) 9.00 (7.00) Elysian Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00 (10.00) 18.00 (12.00) Emerald Beach Hotel . . . . . . . . 7.00 (6.00) 4.00 (4.00) Four Winds (Tutu) . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00 (7.00) 11.00 (8.00) Frenchtown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 (4.00) 7.00 (6.00) Havensight Mall. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 (5.00) 8.00 (7.00) Hull Bay Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00 (8.00) 15.00 (10.00) Island Beachcomber. . . . . . . . . 7.00 (6.00) 4.00 (4.00) Island View Guest House . . . . . 9.00 (7.00) 8.00 (6.00) Lindbergh Bay Beach . . . . . . . . 7.00 (6.00) 4.00 (4.00) Mafolie Hotel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 (6.00) 10.00 (8.00) Magens Bay Beach. . . . . . . . . 10.00 (8.00) 12.00 (10.00) Magens Point Resort. . . . . . . . 10.00 (7.00) 12.00 (9.00) Mahogany Run. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 (8.00) 13.00 (10.00) Marriott Frenchman’s Reef. . . . 8.00 (6.00) 10.00 (8.00) Morning Star Beach. . . . . . . . . . 9.00 (8.00) 10.00 (8.00) Mountain Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.00 (8.00) 12.00 (9.00) National Park Dock. . . . . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Paradise Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00 (7.00) 11.00 (9.00) Paradise Point Tramway . . . . . . 6.00 (5.00) 8.00 (9.00) Pavillions and Pools. . . . . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Point Pleasant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Red Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Ritz Carlton St. Thomas. . . . . . 15.00 (10.00) 18.00 (12.00) St. Thomas Yacht Club . . . . . . 15.00 (11.00) 18.00 (12.00) Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina. . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Seaborne Seaplane. . . . . . . . . . 4.00 (4.00) 7.00 (6.00) Secret Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00 (10.00) 18.00 (12.00) Sugar Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.00 (10.00) 15.00 (11.00) Windward Passage . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 (4.00) 7.00 (6.00) Yacht Haven Grande. . . . . . . . . 4.00 (4.00) 7.00 (6.00)

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ST. JOHN SHOPPING

WELCOME to St. John!

A GUIDE FOR VACATIONERS IN-THE-KNOW

THE GEM OF the u.s. virgin islands Courtesy of Caneel Bay Resort.

Come enjoy the ecological wonders that beautiful St John has to offer. While the other US Virgin Islands may hustle and bustle, St. John is a laid-back bit of Caribbean paradise. Two-thirds of the island was donated in 1956 to the United States by Laurance Rockefeller for use as a National Park. The result of his generosity created an unspoiled get-away offering tranquil beaches, sleepy lagoons, underwater coral gardens, scenic roads, well-maintained walking trails, lush foliage and fascinating plantation ruins. Just three miles from St. Thomas, the island of St. John is not only scenic, but populated by a number of independent free spirits. “Love City” – as it is affectionately called – is home to artists, artisans and others who value its unique tropical setting. You’ll find St. Johnians open, friendly, quick to lend a hand and very much in love with their island. The quaint streets and walkways of Cruz Bay will guide you through a mecca of artisans’ shops, stores, galleries and fine dining establishments for all tastes. A short walk across from the ferry dock brings you to Mongoose Junction. Plan to spend time at Mongoose Junction with great shopping for jewelry, resort wear and hand-made gifts in an area bursting with one-of-a-kind shops, casual or fine dining.

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Ecotourism in St John is an exciting and adventurous way for people of all ages and experience levels to learn about the environment. Virgin Islands Ecotours offers two unforgettable possibilities: a Hike & Snorkel of Lind Point and Caneel Bay’s Kayak, Hike & Snorkel Adventure. The knowledgeable Nature Guides promote the appreciation, care and protection of the environment. The quality of information given combined with the amazing scenery above and below the water, makes these experiences truly memorable. Take a ride to the other end of St. John on Route 10 and you will find yourself sightseeing along the meandering road that leads to Coral Bay. During the 8-mile trip, you may spot a deer, a donkey, an iguana or a mongoose. Once known as Cruz Bay’s quiet little sister, Coral Bay is coming into her own as others have discovered the charm and beauty of this outpost. Artists, salty sailors and characters from around the globe reside here and have many a tall tale to tell the willing visitor. Grab a seat at a local bar or restaurant, kick back and the entertainment comes free. Quaint and charming treasures can be found in Coral Bay. Snorkeling in waters

Laurance Rockefeller at Caneel Bay, 1950’s. Courtesy of Caneel Bay archives

along the pristine untouched beaches is truly a thrill. Locals are friendly and eager to point you towards their favorite secret hideaways. You’ll find Coral Bay the “get-away-from-itall” side of St. John. Don’t miss it. During your travels, you will want to take time to visit the National Park and its natural charms. The St. John Tourism Bureau in Cruz Bay offers a full complement of brochures, maps, flyers and 4-color posters free for the asking. Visit the Visitors Center at the National Park dock and you’ll discover a wide variety of activities, including self-guided walking tours and a unique snorkel tour. Whether you plan to shop, dine, tour, swim, snorkel, hike or simply stroll among the unique shops you are sure to find St. John offers everything you envisioned in a Caribbean paradise. Visit, and enjoy…Love City is easy to love. M MA AYY // JJ U UN N EE 22 00 11 55 Page Page 79 79

St. John Beaches Beautiful Trunk Bay, St. John

Cool off in and around the water • The most popular beach on St. John, is Trunk Bay. It is known for its underwater snorkeling trail that includes plaques on the bottom of the sea, describing the coral formations and fish that inhabit these waters. You can rent snorkel gear from the water sports center and start your journey from the shore. The beach features showers, restrooms, a food concession, water toy rentals and a gift shop. There is a $4 admission. • One of the longest beaches in St. John’s National Park is Cinnamon Bay, about a mile long. You snorkel, swim, kayak or participate in other water sport activities. A campground has restrooms, showers, a food concession and water sports rentals. While there is no snorkel trail, there is great snorkeling to the right side of the beach, if you don’t mind the swim or check out the nature trail across from the campground. • Willing to “rough it” a bit to go off the beaten path? Check out Salt Pond Bay. You will have to taxi or park on a hill and hike down to the water. Your only companions may be the ants that inhabit the area. • Maho Bay is great for the children. The water is shallow and protected. You will see many boaters enjoying the snorkeling. Look carefully in the sand while snorPage Page 80 80 M MAAYY // JJUUN NEE 22001155

keling; you might see a stingray, just look for the outline in the sand. • Why not spend some time at Laurance Rockefeller’s famous Caneel Bay Resort. Day visitors are welcome to access Honeymoon Beach from Caneel’s main parking lot or hike the Lind Point Trail from the Cruz Bay Visitor Center (1 mile). VI Ecotours’ Honeymoon Hut offers a gift shop, restrooms, watersports rentals and daily guided kayak, hike & snorkel multi eco-adventures. Their All Inclusive Relax & Play Fun Pass includes: paddleboard, kayak, snorkel gear, chair, float & locker. Reserve the pass and a picnic lunch in advance by calling 340-779-2155 or online at viecotours.com. Visitors are also invited to dine in luxury at one of four elegant restaurants at the Caneel Bay Resort. • Waterlemon Cay is another possibility for boaters. This secluded beach can only be reached by boat or hiking. There is great snorkeling. Be sure to keep a look out for sea turtles. There is much to explore on the beautiful island of St. John. Take a ferry from St. Thomas, rent a boat, or ask your tour services desk to arrange a tour of the island. You will create memories that will last a lifetime.

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ST. JOHN SHOPPING

GETTING Around

TAXI RATES & FERRY SCHEDULES

Scott Beach, St. John.

Courtesy of Caneel Bay Resort

PASSENGER FERRY SCHEDULE

TAXIS

Departure schedules can be subject to change or c ancellation. Call ahead to check.

Official taxi rates from Cruz Bay. All official taxis or vans carry the letters JP on their license plates. Round-trip fares are double the one-way fare plus waiting charges which are $1/minimum per minute after the first 5 minutes. RADIO CALLS ARE ONE-THIRD PLUS THE BASE PRICE. Two-hour island tours cost $50 for 1 passenger $25 each for 2 or more. Taxi shuttles carrying 3 or more passengers are often available.

RED HOOK — ST. JOHN BETWEEN RED HOOK and CRUZ BAY: $6 one way, children under twelve $1 — 15 to 20 minute ride. Transportation S ervices (340-776-6282) or Varlack Ventures (340-776-6412). DAILY. Leaving Red Hook Leaving Cruz Bay 6:30 am and 7:30 am Hourly 6 am to 11 pm * ($2.50 bag fee) Then hourly 8 am to midnight FROM RED HOOK. DOHM’S CATAMARAN power boats take you almost anywhere - St. John, the British Virgins Islands. Reserve. (340-775-6501).

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — ST. JOHN BETWEEN CHARLOTTE AMALIE WATERFRONT and CRUZ BAY: $12 one way, children under 12 $3.50 — 45 minute ride. Transportation Services (340776-6282) or Varlack Ventures (340-776-6412). DAILY. Leaving Charlotte Amalie Leaving Cruz Bay 10:00 am 1:00 pm 8:45 am 11.:15 am 5:30 pm 3:45 pm

CONNECTIONS 340-776-6922 / 340-779-4994 • CRUZ BAY / CORAL BAY Pick up your copy of St. Thomas St. John This Week at Connections, your on-island communications center. Stop in for tourist information; sailing and fishing charters; Internet access; long distance calls; Western Union; fax, photocopying and secretarial services. Cruz Bay St. John: phone: 340-776-6922, FAX: 340-776-6902. Coral Bay phone: 340-7794994, FAX: 340-776-6136.

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Annaberg............................. 18.00...........................................................9.00 Caneel Bay............................ 6.00...........................................................3.00 Chocolate Hole..................... 7.00...........................................................6.00 Cinnamon Bay....................... 9.00...........................................................7.00 Coral Bay............................. 16.00...........................................................9.00 Gallows Point........................ 5.00...........................................................4.00 Hurricane Hole1.................... 9.00.........................................................13.00 Maho Bay............................ 18.00...........................................................9.00 Reef Bay Trail........................ 9.00 ..........................................................7.00 Salt Pond............................. 20.00.........................................................14.00 Trunk Bay............................... 8.00...........................................................6.00 Westin Resort, St. John........ 6.00...........................................................5.00 Zootenval............................. 18.00.........................................................12.00 Compliments, problems, questions, complaints? Call the Taxi Commission at 340-774-3130, 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. If your call concerns a specific taxi, take note of license number. In fact, always take note of the taxi number. In case you leave something behind, it is easier for the Commission to trace.

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1. Reef Bay Trail Hike

Trunk Bay on St. John is one of the most photographed beaches in the Caribbean. An awe-inspiring heart-shaped The National Park Service offers guided hikes down the Reef bay, its setting in the stunning Virgin Islands National ParkTrail. Transportation is provided from the National Park Bay offers clear water, fine white sand, plenty of shade, a gift Visitors Center in Cruz Bay to the trail head. The hike includes shop, watersports center, snack bar, showers, restrooms, spur trail to the petroglyphs and a visit to the Reef Bay changing areas and a picnic pavilion. None of which the seems threatened under theon US the Endangered Species Act onand unusual – on the surface. So what makes Trunk Baysugar stand mill. Hikersspecies, will be met Reef Bay beach World Conservation Union’s Endangered Species List. out from other beaches? taken bythe boat back to the National Park Visitors Center. This But there’s good news! US Geological Survey research The underwater self-guided snorkeling popular trail! activity is Caroline offered at $30 per person and reservations scientist must beRogers madereports in advance that by calling (340) 779-8700. this sea life "appears to be recovering in some areas," particularly in Trunk Bay, where Elkhorn Coral "is coming back naturally," she says. one of the most beautiful beaches Trunk Bay is considered Studies of the in the world and as such is one of the most popular beachspecies in Trunk Bay es on St.areJohn. It features supported by the a 225-yard long underwater snorkeling trail. Underwater USGS, National Parkplaques along the trail describe the Service, Friends of The beach has a bathhouse, snack various species of coral. the VI National Park, University of the Virgin Islands and bar, souvenir shop and snorkel gear rentals. Lifeguards are the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund.

2. Trunk Bay Underwater Snorkel Trail

on duty daily. There is a small entry fee. Kids, 16 and under, Admission to Trunk Bay is $4 for adults; ages 16 and are free.younger If you are arefree; on Golden St Thomas you can Access take the ferry from Age and Golden annual Red Hook and catch cardholders are $2.a taxi or bus to Trunk Bay.

Plaques guide the way to undersea life on Trunk Bay’s Underwater Trail.

3. Watersports

Rent or bring your own snorkel gear and step into an undersea world of coral and fish. The 650-foot underwater trail (maintained by the National Park Service) features StsealJohn offers visitors some of the best watersports in the world. plaques that provide a wealth of information about the ife you’ll see beneath the water’s surface. Whether it is a day sail, private charter, parasail, sunset sail, or a

rental. We highly recommend Cruz Bay Watersports Keep an eye out for colorful Angel Fish, Parrottwaverunner Fish, Sergeant Majors, Yellow Tail Snapper and Puffer Fish, (340) which 776-6234. They will have what you want when you want it. swells up when it’s threatened. Also watch for sea turtles Virgin Islands Ecotours offers daily guided kayak, hike & snorkel that swim effortlessly then pop up their heads for air from multi-eco adventures from their Honeymoon Hut at Caneel time to time. Among the coral in Trunk Bay, you’ll see: Brain Bay’s Coral, Honeymoon Beach. Their all inclusive day pass includes Paddleboards, kayaks, lockers, chairs, floats and snorkel gear, with folds and grooves that look remarkably like a brain; Fan Coral is wide, thin and rounded and sways back and forth to reservation required, (340) 779-2155. the rhythm of the tides; Finger Coral has large pores, grows in thick colonies, and its branches have swollen tips.

4. Waterlemon Cay

Of particular interest is Elkhorn Coral. Among the Caribbean’s most abundant coral only 30 years ago, in Swim among the fish along the Trunk Bay Underwater Trail. Photos by Erinn Muller March it became the first coral to be proposed for entry as a Waterlemon Cay is a small cay within Leinster Bay. To

get there you'll need to do a short 20 minute hike (.8 miles) in from the Annaberg ruins parking lot. It is a relatively easy hike following a flat trail alongside the bay's edge. This is a top-notch snorkeling spot. You will see all kinds of sea life there. If you prefer to go by boat you can go on Calypso Charter's Waterlemon Cay Sail and Snorkel trip. Sail to Waterlemon, have deli lunch aboard, snorkel and sail back to Cruz Bay. Breakfast, lunch, open bar after snorkel, and gear included (call 777-7245).

5. Shopping The shopping on St John is a cultural extravaganza. Local crafts and art are available in small stores and galleries. Tropical clothing, hand made and locally designed jewelry, exotic clothing from around the world are tantalizingly displayed in the cute and colorful stores of Mongoose Junction, the main shopping area in Cruz Bay. There you can mix a half-day of shopping with a delightful meal at any of the restaurants located there.

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ST. JOHN Attractions + Activities COOL THINGS TO DO

CAROLINA CORRAL • 340-693-5778 • CORAL BAY, ST. JOHN

“ISLAND SPIRIT” – CRUZ BAY WATERSPORTS • 340-776-6234 • WESTIN RESORT ST. JOHN

A ride with the Carolina Corral offers you a unique view of the BVI without a passport. Horses for every skill level travel into the hills of St. John on country roads and trails culminating with a ride along the water. No beach. Some trot/canter allowed. Beginner riders welcome! The corral began in ‘93 with two formerly wild donkeys. Every animal at the corral was in need of a better home. Stop by the corral to visit with the horses, donkeys, goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, our two dogs and friendly cats. Look for us in Coral Bay! horsesstjohn.com (St. John island map)

This 60` foot yacht is professionally crewed, makes weekly trips to Jost Van Dyke, offers half-day and full-day snorkel sails, and sunset sails. This vessel is perfect for private charters, weddings, and groups up to 70 passengers. Unique features include a “water slide”, upholstered seating in both sun and shaded areas, stern and bow boarding ladders for beach landings, warm freshwater showers and stereo throughout the vessel. Island Spirit departs from the Westin Resort St. John. (St. John map)

KAYAK, HIKE & SNORKEL OF CANEEL BAY • 340-779-2155 • ST. JOHN

“ISLAND TIME” – CRUZ BAY WATERSPORTS | 340-776-6234 • WESTIN RESORT ST. JOHN

Kayak, Hike & Snorkel multi-eco adventures departing daily from Honeymoon Beach, St. John. Explore Caneel Bay peninsula, Turtle Point Trail and snorkel with sting rays and turtles. Or, try a more challenging kayak to Henley Cay with two colorful coral reefs and a private beach. Full and half day guided tours! Reservations required. Save 10% if you book online, use promo code: STTW at www.viecotours.com Phone (340) 779-2155 (St. John island map)

Experience the World Famous “Baths” aboard Island Time. Join our fun & professional crew to one of the most extraordinary destinations in the Virgin Islands. Hike through the giant granite boulders and unique grottoes with crystal clear waters, then finish the day snorkeling at the Caves of Norman Island. Plenty of time at both locations. Includes; Continental breakfast, lunch, beverages, snorkel gear & instruction. Island Time makes weekly trips departing from the Westin Resort St. John. (St. John map)

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ALL DAY RELAX & PLAY FUN PASS HONEYMOON BEACH, ST JOHN • 340-779-2155 Honeymoon Beach Day Pass includes use of: snorkel gear, stand up paddleboard, kayak, float, beach chair, hammocks and locker! $49 pp & $10 per child. All items available for rent individually. Gift shop and clean restrooms. To Access Beach: hike from Caneel Bay Resort or on Lind Point Trail from the Cruz Bay Park Visitor Center. Save 10% if you book online, use promo code: STTW at www.viecotours.com Phone (340) 779-2155

WISH UPON A STAR CHARTERS • 631-946-9292 • ST. JOHN Wish upon a star and we will make your dream day on the water happen. Build your own ultimate charter day or join one of our many open options. Swim with turtles, or dolphins, snorkel a wreck, party on Jost or Norman or spend time at the baths. We also have the best sunset cruise around. We will go anywhere or do anything. Owners Matt and Cindy are always on board to ensure you have a perfect day! No schedules, no horns, come on board the 40ft Cinnamon Bay or the 38ft mission accomplished and we will share all our island knowledge and experiences with you. Rated excellent, Trip Advisor. Breakfast, open bar, snacks and gear included in every charter.

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MAP Cruz Bay, St. John

SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & THINGS TO SEE

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the cutest shop in cruz bay Clothing, Swim Suits, Shoes, Hats & Beach Toys Located across from Rhumb Lines Restaurant

Exclusively Featuring bluE chair bay™ kEnny chEsnEy inspirEd brand clothing Also visit our sister shop in Wharfside Village-212 Boutique

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SHOPPING

GODDESS ATHENA • 340-277-3532 • ST. JOHN One look is enough; her 84' of gracefully flowing "pirate ship" lines leave the ordinary behind. Sail, swim or snorkel. Bathe in the sun, lounge in the shade. Stretch out and relax on her 700 plus square feet of deck. With your own captain and crew, such enjoyment is assured on your private and exclusive charter. This is GODDESS ATHENA. Full day / half day / sunset sails. Jost van Dyke. Open bar/ deli lunch/snacks. Private group charters. Cannons by Request. Busty Wenches by Appointment Only. Take the helm, trim the sails, this is your day to keep for a lifetime; and you will. Trip advisor reviews: EXCELLENT! www.sailusvi.com

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Best of Both Worlds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Caravan Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Little Switzerland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mongoose Junction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Love City Beach Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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WAT E R S P O R T S

Bad Kitty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Calypso Charters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Cruz Bay Watersports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Goddess Athena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Lion in da Sun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sea More Charters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 VI Eco Tours Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Inter-Island Boat Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Hillcrest Guest House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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MONGOOSE Junction SHOP TALK

Delightful & Distinctive Shopping at Mongoose Junction. A five-minute stroll from the St. John Ferry Dock you’ll find Mongoose Junction, the magnificent stone and mahogany shopping complex with unique Caribbean architecture. Discover fabulous shopping, artisans, galleries, a salon and eateries, shady tropical garden courtyards, clean public restrooms, ATM’s & WIFI.

gifts and items for the home—many of which are locally made. Stop by Trevor’s Activities Center, Just Beach or Arawak Adventures and arrange a day of play, get a beauty treatment or massage at The Beauty Lounge Salon & Spa, visit RE/MAX Island Paradise Realty to find your dream property.

Shop for designer or locally made jewelry and gifts, resortwear, swimwear and casual clothing at Bamboula, Big Planet, Bougainvillea, Fabric Mill, Just Beach, Made in St. John and Hot Look Sunglasses. Find beautiful jewelry, gifts and art at The Best of Both Worlds - Arts & Design Gallery, Caravan Gallery, R&I Patton Goldsmiths, Little Switzerland and Bajo el Sol Gallery. Friends of the Park Store, Island Fancy, Nest & Co., Portico, Sugar Birds and St. John Brewers’ Brewtique carry

Enjoy a courtyard lunch or dinner at Sun Dog Café or a light menu in air-conditioned comfort at The Tap Room, get food to go or eat in at North Shore Deli, have a drink at Gecko Gazebo, or savor an ice cream at St. John Scoops—all good places for the reluctant shopper to hang out! For fine dining enjoy Ocean Grill in an elegant tropical garden or Virgin Fire Bar & Grill, with vibrant and locally-inspired fare. Visit Island Cork for fine wine. mongoosejunctionstjohn.com

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ST. JOHN SHOPPING

TASTES of St. John A RESTAURANT GUIDE

St. John: A Restaurant for Every Meal, Taste and Mood St. John may be the smallest of the three main US Virgin Islands, but it offers a wide array of dining choices. You’ll

find cuisine ranging from Continental to Oriental to Latin at locations spanning beachside and mountaintop.

ALL MENUS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE! RESTAURANTS

CUISINE

PHONE

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Aqua Bistro

Mediterranean / Italian

(340) 776-5336

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MC, V

Asolare

Asian Fusion

(340) 779-4747

AX, MC, V

Banana Deck

American / Caribbean

(340) 693-5055

L, D

MC, V, D

Cruz Bay

C & D Bakery

Bakery

(340) 776-6675

B, L

No cards

Lumberyard

The Beach Bar

American

(340) 777-4220

L, D

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Café Livin’

American

(340) 228-1977

B,L

No cards

Café Roma

Italian

(340) 776-6524

MC, V

Caneel Beach Bar/Grill

Steakhouse / Italian

(340) 776-6111

L, D

AX, MC, V

Castaways Tavern

Tex Mex

(340) 777-3361

L, D

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Le Chateau de Bordeaux

Caribbean

(340) 776-6611

L, D

MC, V

Cruz Bay Landing

American

(340) 776-6908

B, L, D

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Cruz Bay

da Livio

Italian

(340) 779-8900

—

Cruz Bay

Fatty Crab

Asian

(340) 775-9951

—

Cruz Bay

The Fish Trap

Seafood

(340) 693-9994

D, MC, V

Cruz Bay

High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill

Creole Fusion

(340) 714-6169

L, D

AX, MC, V

Indigo

American / Fusion

(340) 776-4433

L, D

MC, V

Coral Bay

Inn at Tamarind Court

Caribbean

(340) 776-6378

B, D

MC, D, V

Cruz Bay

Jake’s

American

(340) 777-7115

B, L

MC, D, V

Cruz Bay

Joe's Rum Hut

American

(340) 775-5200

L, D

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La Tapa

Mediterranean / Spanish

(340) 693-7755

MC, V

Cruz Bay

The Lime Inn

Caribbean Seafood / American

(340) 776-6425

L, D

All Major

Cruz Bay

The Longboard

California / Caribbean

(340) 715-2210

L, D

All Major

Cruz Bay

Margarita Phil’s

Mexibbean

(340) 693-8400

L, D

MC, V

Cruz Bay

The Marketplace Deli

Deli

(340) 693-8000

B, L, D

All Major

Miss Lucy’s Restaurant/Bar

West Indian / American

(340) 693-5244

L, D

—

Coral Bay

Morgan’s Mango

Neo-Caribbean

(340) 693-8141

AX, MC, V

Cruz Bay

North Shore Deli

Deli / American

(340) 777-3061

B, L, D

MC, V

Mongoose Junction

Ocean 362

Contemporary / American

(340) 776-0001

MC, V

Gallows Point Resort

Ocean Grill

California / Caribbean

(340) 693- 3304

L,D

MC, V

Mongoose Junction

Quiet Mon Pub

American

(340) 779-4799

No Cards

Cruz Bay

Rhumb Lines Restaurant

Pacific Rim / Tropical

(340) 776-0303

MC, V

Cruz Bay

Sam & Jack’s Deli

Deli

(340) 714- 3354

B, L

No Cards

Cruz Bay

Shipwreck Landing

Seafood

(340) 693- 5640

L, D

—

Coral Bay

Skinny Legs

American

(340) 779-4982

L, D

AX, MC, V

Coral Bay

Sogo’s Restaurant

West Indian / American

(340) 779-4404

L, D

AX, V

Cruz Bay

Sun Dog Café & the Gecko Gazebo Bar

Creative

(340) 693 8340

L, D

AX, MC, V

Sweet Plantains Restaurant & Rhum Bar

Caribbean

(340) 777-4653

—

Coral Bay

The Terrace Restaurant

Seafood

(340) 779-8550

—

Cruz Bay

The Tap Room

Brewery

(340) 715-7775

L, D

—

Mongoose Junction

Tourist Trap

Homemade

(340) 774-0912

L, D

D, MC, V

Salt Pond

Turtle Bay Estate House

Steakhouse Inspired

(340) 776-6111

All Major

Caneel Bay

Vie’s Snack Shack

Snacks

(340) 693- 5033

No Major

Hansen Bay

Virgin Fire

Caribbean

(340) 777-3473

All Major

Mongoose Junction

Vista Mare

Italian

(340) 777-6273

—

Waterfront Bistro

American

(340) 777-7755

L, D

AX, MC, V

Woody’s Seafood Saloon

American

(340) 779-4625

L, D

—

Zozo’s

Italian

(340) 693- 9200

All Major

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LOCATION Cocolobo, Coral Bay Overlooking Cruz Bay

Cruz Bay

Wharfside Village Cruz Bay Caneel Bay Cruz Bay Estate Bordeaux

Wharfside Landing

Wharfside Village

Great Cruz Bay

Mongoose Junction

Wharfside Village

Wharfside Cruz Bay Caneel Bay

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Calypso Charters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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Cinnamon Bay Campground. . . . . . . . . . 2

Mixed Bag (Westin). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connections (Coral Bay). . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Westin Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Carolina Corral (Coral Bay). . . . . . . . . . . 4

Virgin Islands Ecotours (Honeymoon Beach) . . 9

Cruz Bay Watersports (Westin). . . . . . . . 7

Wish Upon A Star Charters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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