The U.S. Virgin Islands are an American territory, offering the safety of being in the US and the convenience of speaking English and using US dollars. If you want to go abroad, the British Virgin Islands are a short boat ride away, so bring your passport!
Getting to St. John: Fly into St. Thomas, USVI airport (STT)
Passenger and Car Ferry: Catch the passenger ferry hourly on the hour from Red Hook on the east end of St. Thomas (you can buy tickets online at https://stjohnticketing.com/schedules or the ferry from Charlotte Amalie (closer to the airport but not as frequent). Car ferries are also available, let us know if you prefer to pick up your car at the St. Thomas airport.
St. John is the home of the Virgin Islands National Park
https://www.nps.gov/viis/index.htm, including the #1 beach in the world, Trunk Bay. We have exciting snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, hiking trails, plantation ruins, and coral reefs full of life. More than half of the island's area has been protected by the U.S. National Park Service. There are over 800 species of plants. More than 160 species of birds have been recorded in and around the park and over 25 nests on the island. We also have many different types of fish and turtles. Experience the lush nature during the day and enjoy fine dining in Cruz Bay. For more information, visit https://www.visitusvi.com/st-john
The weather is very pleasant year-round. Afternoon average temperatures range from 82F in January to 88F in August and September. The average annual low is 74F. Monthly rainfall averages 1.6 inches (February) to 5.8 inches (September).
Virgin Islands National Park and Trunk Bay Beach
25 mins away
voted the #1 beach in the world. Follow the road inside the national park for many other beaches.
Cruz Bay
12 mins away
The main town in St. John. Choose some nice wines and souvenirs, rent a boat or enjoy world-class cuisine in one of the many restaurants.
Coral Bay
30 mins away
There you can book a day of pottery and end the day with divine BBQ and spicy margaritas.