No passport? No problem with our family’s reviews of the U.S. Virgin Islands to help you decide which of America’s Caribbean isles is right for your family beach vacation.
American family in search of a hassle-free Caribbean vacation? It’s a no-brainer: the U.S. Virgin Islands. No need for passports or foreign currency, everybody speaks English, and your hair dryer works without voltage attachments. Jumbo jets fly to the main airport and puddle jumpers make it easy to get from island to island. Just get used to driving on the wrong side of the road.
Island Paradise Showdown: St. John, St. Thomas, or St. Croix?
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The real question is: St. John, St. Thomas, or St. Croix? Although each is filled with stunning beaches, superior snorkeling, terrific hiking trails, and resorts ranging from luxury to eco-camping, each Saint has a distinct personality. My 10-year-old son Jamie and I recently discovered the differences.
St. John: Relaxation and Natural Beauty
The smallest and least populated, St. John primarily is a protected national parkland donated by Laurence Rockefeller 51 years ago. The remainder of the island is thankfully not heavily developed. This is beach lover nirvana — gorgeous white sand beaches separating clear turquoise waters from lush mountains filled with tropical flora. Its unspoiled beauty and laidback vibe, even in quaint Cruz Bay, full of art galleries, shops, and restaurants, made it our hands-down favorite Virgin and one of our all-time Caribbean favorites.
St. John Underwater Family Adventures
Like many others, we played on St. John’s Trunk Bay beach (well-known for its 225-yard underwater trail marked by descriptor plaques) while mustering up the courage to meet our SNUBA instructor. Thank goodness we didn’t chicken out. The shallow-water dive system requires no certification, lengthy training, or heavy gear, making it perfect for adventuresome kids (ages 8 and up) and their skittish moms.
Family-Friendly Resorts of St. John
VI Snuba owner Tammi Cummings patiently oriented us to the proper underwater etiquette. We learned about diving signals, breathing apparatus, and buoyancy belts before leading a few shallow-water drills. Then, she dove in with us for forty-five minutes. Jamie loved his first SNUBA experience. He spotted a small octopus, countless schools of colorful fish, and loads of coral, all the while giving his nervous-nelly mom the thumbs-up sign.
The two full-service resorts on St. John are wonderful: the Tony Caneel Bay and the Westin St. John. Both are kid-friendly, but I give the Westin St. John a slight edge for families from a value standpoint. Jamie really enjoyed the evening kids program where he won the hermit crab races, watched the resort’s iguanas get their nightly feeding, and caught a dive-in movie on a raft at the hotel pool.
Dining in Cruz Bay
In the meantime, I had a memorable dinner in downtown Cruz Bay at La Tapa. The hip little open-air restaurant had a decidedly urban feel. We loved the cute little beatnik guitar player who sang like Jewel as we dined on top-notch Mediterranean food.
Update: The Caneel Bay resort was severely damaged by hurricanes in 2017 and has not yet reopened.
Local Knowledge: St. John Style
For general information about the USVI, head to USVI Tourism, St. John.
- VI Snuba 340/-693-8063
- Westin St. John 866/716-8108
St. Thomas: Shopping and Nightlife
St. Thomas lies three miles and a twenty-minute water taxi ride from St. John, but it feels worlds away. The island is home to the U.S. VI’s capital Charlotte Amalie, the busiest cruise ship harbor and one of the busiest shopping hubs in the Caribbean.
Charlotte Amalie: Shopping Hub and Cruise Ship Harbor
Charlotte Amalie’s streets and alleys are lined with store after store. Shop here for electronics, jewelry, cameras, perfume, and liquor at duty-free prices. (U.S. residents can bring back $1,600 worth of goods, duty-free — three times the norm — a bonus for the die-hard shopper in the family, but not my primary reason for traveling.) The town gets crowded when the cruise ships are in port. Some say that Fridays are less crowded but we found rush hour a bear every day.
Coral World: A Marine Park with a View
Beyond chaotic Charlotte Amalie lie the island’s family-oriented diversions. Like most visitors to St. Thomas, we checked out Coral World, a five-acre marine park with a three-story underwater observation tower located one hundred feet offshore. We ogled the sponges, the vast variety of fish, deep-sea flowers, and coral in their natural state. Jamie was fascinated with the shark and stingray pools and the sea turtles (memories of his recent trip to the Galapagos?) Coral World’s admission fee includes unlimited access to the small, adjacent Coki Beach, a lovely and popular (reportedly often crowded) spot for snorkeling with another VI Snuba outpost.
Virgin Island Eco Tours: Exploring Cas Cay
The guides at Virgin Island Eco Tours escorted us on an inflatable dinghy to the pristine, offshore island of Cas Cay, where we hiked through a mangrove forest to a hermit crab village for crab races (shaded, thankfully). We continued hiking past a geological blowhole, tidal pool, coral and shell beach, and cave with “pirates’ treasure” (gold coins and eye patches planted by our guides) for the kids to discover before our group snorkeled in the protected mangrove lagoon.
Sugar Bay Resort: Our All-Inclusive Home on St. Thomas
Our temporary home on St. Thomas was the 300-room, sprawling Sugar Bay Club Suites & Hotel. It was a Wyndham Resort at our visit and is now one of many independently run lodges. Not a big fan of large, all-inclusives, we nevertheless enjoyed our brief stay and spent most of our limited on-property time in the three large interconnecting pools, playing water basketball with other guests instead of playing on the small beach.
St. Thomas: Local Knowledge
For general information about the USVI, head to USVI Tourism, St. Thomas, or call 800/372-USVI.
- Coral World 340/775-1555 or 888/695-2073
- VI Snuba
- Virgin Islands Eco Tours 877/845-2925
- Sugar Bay Club Suites & Hotel
The U.S.V.I’s Quiet, Dignified St. Croix
Though ferries are readily available, we traveled from St. Thomas to St. Croix by seaplane, a scenic, smooth but noisy mode of transportation. In 20 minutes, we were in lovely, historic Christiansted, ready to explore our third island.
The Beauty of St. Croix
The largest of the sister islands, St. Croix has two distinct landscapes — tall, green forest on one end and dry, windswept scrub and grasslands on the other. Once home to more than one hundred sugar mills, decaying plantation houses and windmills dot the landscape. While St. Croix offers plenty of duty-free shopping, golf, historical landmarks, beautiful beaches, and eco-opportunities, the island gets far less attention than glitzy St. Thomas and laid-back St. John. It feels almost like a secret.
A Memorable Hike
Hiking is big on all three islands, but we will never forget Ras Lumumba. He was the spry, aging Rastafarian owner of Ay-Ay Ecotours on St. Croix. He led a long, hot hike through gorgeous forests, steep hillsides, open fields, thick brush (taller than Jamie at times), and colonial ruins. Ras Lumumba kept both the adults and kids in our group spellbound. His knowledge of local flora and fauna, the colonial history of St. Croix and Caribbean bush medicine was captivating.
At times Ras would stop dramatically to whack away at some plant in our path. He made us taste its delicious innards, even if it smelled god-awful. He created a sturdy rope from another plant in a matter of minutes and reported that others were as effective as modern-day Cialis. At one point we ran headlong into the path of a bull that was looking to rumble. We were, however, in good hands. Ras simply brandished his machete and stared down the bull. Phew!
Underwater Adventures Off St. Croix
Mark Mile Watersports took us on a lovely half-day sail to Buck Island, America’s first underwater National Monument and St. Croix’s most popular attraction, renowned for snorkeling. After spotting an eagle ray, sea turtles, and dolphins en route, we anchored offshore to snorkel in the crystal clear water above beautiful coral reefs, sometimes in rather deep water. The Mark Mile crew worked closely with the snorkel-shy kids onboard, including Jamie. In no time, Jamie was snorkeling comfortably twenty feet above sea urchins and fire coral. We then played on the island’s beautiful white sand beach amid scads of beautiful fish (and numerous other boats) while on the unsuccessful lookout for Sammy, the affable stingray who often joins the swimmers.
Kayaking Under the Moonlight
One evening we ventured off on a moonlit kayaking tour of Salt River National Historical Park & Ecological Preserve. Did you know it’s the only place Christopher Columbus landed on (now) U.S. soil? Our guide and fellow kayakers thankfully were patient as Jamie and I struggled to propel our two-person kayak. We floundered under star-lit skies through the calm, bioluminescent bays amid protected mangrove forests. Meanwhile, our guide regaled us with St. Croix folk tales, pirate legends, and a few local ghost stories. We stopped splashing our paddles often to sweep our hands through the waters. This movement magically reveals the blue and white glow from the phosphorous in the water. Jamie and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves but were quite weary (and wet) after two hours of paddling.
The Buccaneer: Our Home Away from Home
There are a few full-service resorts and several small, quaint hotels on St. Croix. Our home was The Buccaneer, a 132-room family-owned property that has warmly welcomed its guests for more than 50 years. Age and beauty are well maintained, earning the hotel 4th place among the USAToday 10 Best “Top 10 Caribbean Resorts” in 2024.
The most upscale property on the island, The Buccaneer is arguably the best choice for families. It can also be a good value (the year-round kids camp is included). Choose your room perched up high in the main building with its stunning, panoramic open-air lobby, terrace, and restaurant. Alternatively, some families prefer the extremely roomy family cottages or doubloons that overlook the sea. Besides the two pools and three beaches, there is a well-regarded tennis program (eight lighted courts) and 18 holes of golf on-site.
A Historical Walk Through Christiansted
We took a historic walking tour of downtown Christiansted, which once served as the capital of the entire Danish colony. Fort Christiansvaern is an imposing, yellow-brick structure built to ward off pirates. Be sure the kids know that it also imprisoned those who were caught plundering the island’s ports. Visit the stately Government House built when ‘sugar was king’ in the West Indies. We ambled past colorful shops and restaurants housed in old Danish colonial structures.
Despite the fascinating stories and architecture, the walk was a bit too hot and informative for Jamie, who wound up taking pictures of stray chickens (digital camera courtesy of duty-free St. Thomas) to pass the time.
Local Knowledge: St. Croix Smarts
For general information about the USVI, head to USVI Tourism, St. Croix.
- Ay-Ay Ecotours and Hikes. Prices vary based on the type of hike.
- Mile Mark Watersports / Buck Island. Try this website for them, or post any other contact information in the Comments field below.
- Salt River National Historical Park & Ecological Preserve.
- The Buccaneer
Three Times More Fun on 3 Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands are like three good friends. They all share something in common with you. Yet, their differences make you want to spend time alone with each other.
So if you like friends who are into hiking, swimming, snorkeling, diving, beaches, dining, and luxury, you have come to the right place. And you can choose to hang out with the one who likes to shop and party, St. Thomas… or the one with the Bohemian streak, St. John… or the quieter one with the mysterious past, St. Croix. They all are here.
Choosing the Perfect US Virgin Island: Factors to Consider
When dreaming of a US Virgin Islands getaway, the biggest question becomes: St. John, St. Thomas, or St. Croix? To make the best choice, let’s break down some essential factors that set each island apart:
Weather and Seasonality
The US Virgin Islands enjoy a tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures. However, there are subtle variations:
- Temperature: Expect averages in the 80s (Fahrenheit) year-round, with slight dips in winter.
- Rainy Season: The rainiest months are September through November, but showers are typically brief.
- Best Times: The ideal weather and lower crowds are found in the shoulder seasons (spring and fall).
- Peak season (December-April) means higher prices.
Virgin Islands’ Budget Considerations
The cost of your trip will vary depending on your choices:
- Flights and Accommodation: St. Thomas tends to have the most affordable options, while St. John is considered more upscale.
- Activities and Dining: Prices are similar across the islands but with a wider variety on St. Thomas.
- Deals and Discounts: Look for package deals or travel during the off-season for the best value.
Travel Style
Consider what kind of USVI experience you’re looking for:
- Relaxation vs. Adventure: St. John is the haven of relaxation, while St. Thomas offers more activities and nightlife. St. Croix blends both worlds.
- Family-Friendly vs. Couples Retreat: All islands are family-friendly, though St. John’s focus on nature may appeal more to adults.
- Interests: If watersports are key, St. John and St. Croix excel. History buffs will adore St. Croix, while shopaholics should head to St. Thomas.
By considering these factors, alongside your personal preferences, you’ll be able to choose the US Virgin Islands that best aligns with your ideal vacation.
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Nestled between the lush jungle greenery of the Sierra Madre Mountains and the sparkling waters of one of the world’s largest bays, The Bay of Banderas, Puerto Vallarta has earned an international reputation as one of the best Gay tourist cities in the world.
Being a port city and a destination for many cruise lines including RSVP and Atlantis, Puerto Vallarta is tolerant and abundant with all things gay.
The center of the activity is the charming section of old town known as The Zona Romantica. Here you will find cobbled streets, red tiled roofs and lovely white washed buildings rich with Spanish architecture. Many gay owned and gay friendly businesses including restaurants, bars, shops and art galleries for every pallet and taste, fill the narrow streets of this splendid fishing village.
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Most tourists spend their day on the gay beach. With its white sand and raging surf Playa Los Muertos is the place to be and be seen. Find a deck chair, sit back and relax and let the friendly servers indulge you with great cocktails and yummy food while you unwind and watch whales and dolphins frolic in the blue ocean waters. If beaching is not for you, Puerto Vallarta offers many gay tours to fill your days. Bay cruises, horseback riding through the jungle, bike rides along the Rio Cuale and canopy tours are just a few of the many activities available.
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It's important to start 'em young! Of all the family vacations you can pick that can last through the decades, skiing is the very best. When the kids are little you get a break because they're having fun in ski school. When they're older and more accomplished you can ski together. When they're teens and are whizzing past you, you can still ride up the chairlift with them and have them to yourself in the condo. Then when they're in college, you get to spend quality time with them on the slopes and in the condo because you're buying your lift ticket. It's a family vacation that can continue on as a tradition until you're too old to strap on a pair of skis…
i think many accidents occur when new teen or young men (and sometimes women) who are not very experienced are out with their much-more experienced pals. They get talked into trying a part of the mountain that is too much for them and then they try to keep up. They get themselves into trouble that way and often are injured.
If you are looking into hostels and you are a family, call the hostel to get a sense of the character of the place. We went to a hostel once with our elementary age kids(not in a ski area) and it was filled with young 20 somethings and teens having lots of fun – smoking pot in the parking lot, partying, etc. Even though some hostels have family rooms, if the place is full of kids it can be uncomfortable. Some hostels do have older visitors and more families, so it pays to ask.
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