U.S. Virgin Islands

The US Virgin Islands is known as "America's Caribbean Paradise", where you may witness moko jumbies (stilt walkers) dance in a Carnival procession, hear a Creole dialect's melodious patois, and smell the spices in a saltfish pate (all without losing cell phone reception). You may visit one of the three islands, St. Thomas, St. John, or St. Croix, or spend time on all three. You'll get lots of pampering, an unspoiled environment, and colonial history all crammed into one holiday this way.

Each island offers something different. St. Thomas is recognized for luxury, from the megayachts docked in the port to the high-end stores along Main Street, and is nicknamed "Rock City" because of its steep, rocky horizon. With almost 7,000 acres of devoted parks and magnificent beaches, St. John, just a short ferry journey east, appeals to honeymooners and environment enthusiasts. St. Croix, located far south in the Caribbean Sea, offers tourists the opportunity to learn about the island's colonial past and the history of slavery at various forts and plantations. Additionally, the Cruzan Rum Distillery is located on this island.

A visit to the islands now may differ from what it was few years ago. Hurricanes Maria and Irma wreaked havoc on the islands, destroying or severely damaging houses and hotels. However, since 2017, the area has made significant progress in its restoration and is once again inviting visitors. So, if you're in need of a beach vacation, don't delay in making your reservations.