St. Thomas is the doorway to the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. It is very exciting and has busy ports for many cruises. It is renowned for turquoise pristine beaches and snorkeling spots. In the 1600s, the Danish founded the territorial capital Charlotte Amalie. Charlotte Amalie is the largest city in the US Virgin Islands and the busiest cruise ship destination.
These photos are from our Eastern Caribbean cruise trip during the second week of February, 2019.
Sailboats and yachts anchored in the clear turquoise waters of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. 
View of Charlotte Amalie from cruise 
A large cruise ship docked in Charlotte Amalie Harbor 
Figatebird approaching cruise to escort into the port Charlotte Amalie. 
Ascenic boat tour aboard a catamaran cruising along the scenic shores of St. Thomas. 
A pilot boat speeding across deep blue waters off the coast of St. Thomas 
he historic welcome sign at Mountain Top in St. Thomas, noted for surviving the 2009 fire. 
A sweeping panoramic vista of Magens Bay captured from the famous Mountain Top overlook. 
A colorful open-air safari bus decorated with vibrant tropical artwork in St. Thomas. 
Giant Cruzan Rum bottle statue and safari tour buses at Mountain Top in St. Thomas. 
View from Mountain Top 
Looking out across the scattered tropical islands and surrounding blue waters from Mountain Top. 
A sweeping view looking north toward Hans Lollik Island off the coast of St. Thomas. 
Mountain Top 
Small fishing boats resting in the calm waters of Hull Bay on the quiet north coast of St. Thomas. 
Pebbles and sea glass glistening under the crystal-clear shallow water at Hull Bay. 
Looking across the clear waters of Hull Bay toward Inner and Outer Brass Islands. 
Hull Bay, St. Thomas. 
View from Drake’s Seat Overlook. 
Tour buses and rental cars parked at Drake’s Seat. 
Looking down at the turquoise waters of Magens Bay at Drake’s Seat. 
Looking down from Charlotte Amalie Overlook 
Looking down from Charlotte Amalie Overlook. 
Magens Bay Beach 
The wooden exit archway at Havensight Mall. 
Havensight Mall. 
The colorful entrance sign for Paradise Point. 
A Paradise Point Skyride gondola. 
Charlotte Amalie, View from Paradise Point. 
View from Paradise Point showing multiple cruise ships docked along Charlotte Amalie Harbor. 
Paradise Point. 
Havensight pier in clear blue harbor waters, View from Paradise Point 
Charlotte Amalie Harbor under a bright full moon.
Quick Facts and Tips
- Visas and Documents
- U.S. citizens: No visa required, need to carry a valid ID
- For non-U.S. citizens: Need a valid passport and visa
- Fly into: Cyril E. King Airport (STT)
- Cruise Terminals: Havensight, Charlotte Amelia
- Driving
- Drive on the left hand side of the road, but all vehicles are left hand driven. Use taxi or rental car to get around
- Best Time to Visit: December to May
- Peak Season: December to March
- Affordable season: April to May
- Hurricane Season: June to November
- Clothing
- Weather is warm, so pack lightweight casual t-shirts, shorts, sundresses, tank tops, swimsuits and a light jacket for the cool evenings.
- Best things to do
- Rent a car and drive through the island. Here is the Google Map for popular stops.
- Book a sightseeing tour on an open-air safari bus or tram and enhance your St. Thomas experience by exploring the island with a guided tour.
- Take a skyride to Paradise Point. You can buy tickets at the Paradise Point Base station at Havensight (9617 Estate Thomas, St. Thomas).
- Book a day cruise to the British Virgin Islands.
- Enjoy picture perfect beaches.
- Magens Bay Beach: Popular, crystal clear, turquoise water with all amenities, but be ready to hit a huge crowd. There will be an entry fee.
- Hull Bay Beach: Offers a tranquil and natural setting that is typically crowd-free, but no amenities
- Lindquist beach: Most beautiful and pristine beach with turquoise water. Amenities include lifeguard, picnic tables and bathrooms. There will be an entry fee
- Coki Beach: Small but pretty, no entry fee. The amenities include waist high showers, restrooms, changing rooms, and food stalls
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