Exciting things are happening on St. John with the addition of Lime Out! The owners of Lime Inn in Cruz Bay just opened a floating bar on the East End. You will find them at Hansen Bay where they did their grand opening earlier this week. Opening day! The owners built this bar using the most eco-friendly and sustainable design they could. The boat is adorned with solar panels for all natural electricity, and there will be no reusable plastics aboard. They have branded insulated tumblers for you to enjoy a cold cocktail, which you can buy or borrow. Everyone is also welcome and encouraged to bring their own reusable cup to fill with a Lime Out cocktail, or two! Their food menu is centered on delicious tacos that they have been testing out at their restaurant, and they are simply amazing….
Spending the day in Coral Bay is the perfect way to escape the bustle of Cruz Bay, and there is plenty to do and see when you head to the other side of St. John. When you think of Coral Bay, do you think of a relaxing day in the sun, or a day of…
There is no denying that the best happy hours on St. John have come down to a science. We are all looking for different happy hour experiences, and luckily Cruz Bay provides everything from a quiet cocktail on the beach, to a rowdy party that spills into the streets. Which happy hour are you daydreaming…
Peace Hill is a short 0.2 mile walk from the paved parking lot off the Northshore road in St John. The trail leads to an open, very scenic grassy overloook with views of the North Shore of St John, St Thomas, Whistling Cay, as well as Jost Van Dyke, Great Thatch and Tortola, BVI’s. There is an old windmill ruin at the top of the trail that dates back to the sugarcane era in St John. There was, until 1995 a statue of the Christ of the Caribbean next to the windmill. It was commissioned by Colonel Wadsworth in 1953, and was said to have been built to oversee and bless the land and sea. The statue survived many hurricanes through the years, but finally succumbed to Hurricane Marylyn in 1995. You can still see some of the statues ruins,…
As we quickly approach the one year anniversary of Hurricane Irma, here are a few photos to show how beautiful St John is looking. I’m still amazed with the resiliency of these islands and their people. St John, USVI is ready for you to come back and visit! Most of the businesses that survived the storms have reopened, and tourism is coming back nicely. We look forward to seeing everyone in the next year!
Lunch time at the Willy T. Boats “raft” right up to the side, making it very easy for guests to climb aboard for lunch and some drinks.Beautiful lunch views from the top deck of the Willy T!The new Willy T is back in the British Virgin Islands! She has a new home in Great Harbour, Peter Island. A larger version of the old boat, the new boat still offers great food and drinks with an even better platform to test your jumping skills! The Willy T offers a great lunch menu along with some of the tastiest cocktails in the BVI’s. They typically have a fresh catch of the day on the lunch menu, as well as their delicious honey stung fried chicken, and one of the best Roti’s around. While waiting for your lunch to be prepared, make sure…
You are sure to work up a good appetite exploring and snorkeling the crystal clear waters of the British Virgin Islands. The good news is there are lots of amazing places to stop for lunch on your charter from St John or St Thomas. Pirate’s Bight on Norman Island is our absolute favorite. From the best burger in the BVI’s to authentic Roti and curry fish, Pirate’s Bight is sure to please. They also have a beautiful beach to relax on after lunch! Hendo’s Hideout in White Bay, Jost Van Dyke is a delicious option for lunch. Fresh grilled lobster (subject to availability), seafood wraps, burgers, conch fritters and much more is sure to please everyone’s appetite. Hendo’s also has a beach volleyball court and corn hole (bags) on the beach to keep everyone entertained. Stop by Foxy’s for a…
The British Virgin Islands are back in swing! So many of our old favorites are back open. From the Baths at Virgin Gorda to the beach bars on Jost Van Dyke, there is adventure and great food and drinks around every corner. Now is a great time to plan your next vacation to the US and British Virgin Islands!
The Virgin Islands National Park on St John offers a plethora of amazing hiking trails. From short view trails to long endurance hikes, there is something for everyone who enjoys working up a little sweat while on vacation. Stop by the Virgin Islands National Park Visitors Center in Cruz Bay to pick up a map of the many hiking trails St John has to offer. Don’t forget to bring lots of water, hats, and plenty of sunscreen.
The Baths at Virgin Gorda are one of the most popular stops on day charters from St John and St Thomas. The sea conditions have to be right to make the 25 mile ride to the eastern most British Virgin Island. Once there, explore the Caves and Grotto’s that give the Bath’s the nickname “8th wonder of the world”. Top of the Baths restaurant is a great place for lunch or a drink after your exploring.