All about the US Virgin Islands

Who wouldn’t want to visit God’s own land for a vacation? One of those must-see places is the US Virgin Islands. They are located in the Caribbean Sea and have a very pleasant climate. The three islands of the Virgin Islands – St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas, compete with each other in their natural landscape and beautiful beaches. Lots of villas, inns, hotels and resorts are there to accommodate tourists. Visitors can make use of the car and scooter rentals available on all three islands.

St. Croix has a lot of Danish influence and is an ideal place for those who want to really relax in a quiet environment. The shops in Frederiksted and Christiansted, the well-maintained buildings and the different culture of the place attract many tourists. The main sources of entertainment on this island are horse riding and golf.

Most of St. John Island is a national park. World famous beaches like Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay and Salt Pond Bay are located on this island. Walking, shopping, camping, diving and relaxing on the beaches that offer stunning scenery are the specialties of this island.

St. Thomas is the most beautiful port in the world. The place offers great nightlife, going to the deep sea, great food like pumpkin fritter, kallaloo, red grout and stuffed potato and duty free shopping. Tourists can get wonderful views of the Caribbean Sea from a height of approximately 1500 feet above sea level.

The Virgin Islands are a mix of various cultures and tourists can enjoy fairs, parades and tours of historic sites. There are many museums such as the Haagenson House and the Whim Museum that provide a great insight into the creations of the artisans and artists. The official traditional music of the Virgin Islands is the Quelbe, which is derived from the fusion of Bamboula rhythms, chants, songs and melodies. The Christmas festival in December is the biggest festival of the year. Visitors often don’t miss the Vegas-style casino played on these islands.

One never tires of exploring the Virgin Islands and every time the place seems new. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!!