It’s not only the blissful vibes of the Caribbean that are calling your name, but the tropical attractions, luxurious vacation villas and breezy beaches are also all set to welcome you to paradise. Saint Thomas Virgin Island resorts and beaches invite you to ditch the office on Monday and swap your office chair for a sun lounger, making it a perfect long-weekend trip. Three days on Saint Thomas USVI will be fun, enjoyable, magical and truly enchanting if planned properly.
General Tips for visiting St. Thomas USVI
- US currency is used on the island, and US citizens don’t need a passport to visit the St. Thomas islands.
- In the St. Thomas islands, people drive vehicles on the left side of the road. If you rent a car, this is too confusing to drive a car on the left side with steering wheels also on the left side of the car.
- Buying a prepaid connection will be a good option to communicate with your loved ones on the island.
- Meeting and greeting everyone with good morning, the good afternoon is a culture on the island.
- Hire a rental car or keep enough cash ready to pay for taxis.
- Make sure you have enough cash while you explore the island. Most local shops do not accept credit cards or digital payment methods.
Three Days in St. Thomas, USVI Itinerary
To make the best of your time on Saint Thomas Island, here’s how you can plan:
Day 1
Set up base location
After your arrival, go straight to the hotel or luxury villa In Saint Thomas you have already booked, or you can book that on the spot. Make sure you choose a place near to your stay and the sightseeing destinations in your itinerary. Many properties make a comfortable stay, such as Ocean Villa, Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, Sunset Gardens Guesthouse, and many more. Ocean Villa is a luxury resort located at the heart of the island that offers a wide range of amenities, including comfortable rooms, a kitchen, full access to the infinity pool and majestic views of Magens Bay.
Go to Magens Bay
Magens Bay is one of the beautiful beaches easy to access at a nominal fee. You can either rent a car or book a taxi to reach the beach. The cool breeze and calm water make it a perfect place to swim, kayak or snorkel based on choice. You can rent the gear and do any activities you love or sit on the beach chairs to enjoy the weather and atmosphere.
Magens Bay is rated as one of the best beaches in the Caribbean; it is located over 68 acres with about one mile of white sand beach. The place is excellent for spending a few hours of the day.
Head on towards the capital city Charlotte Amalie
It is quite easier to go to the city from Magens Beach as it is only 3 Kilometers distance. You can either go via your rental car or hire a taxi for the same. Charlotte Amalie has a rich history and is famous for duty-free shopping. People love to go shopping streets to buy several items like watches, perfumes, jewelry, and other luxurious stuff. Furthermore, you can explore various sites of the city, including:
- Blackbeard’s Castle
- Frederick’s Lutheran Church
- Fort Christian
- Take a food tour
While you learn about the island’s history, take a food tour to taste the delicacies of the island and take your eating experience to the next level. During the tour, you will get the opportunity to taste unique dishes from classic eateries.
Soon after this, head back to the resort for amazing sleep and a restful night.
Day 2
Enjoy breakfast in the Virgin Islands
If you are not in the mood to eat expensive seafood dishes served at the most Saint Thomas Virgin Island restaurants, including beef or shrimp, go for tasting Pate served at any local eatery. Pate is undoubtedly delicious, inexpensive, and fulfilling.
Day trip to St. John Islands and Hike to Extravagant Beaches
There are different ferry routes available for traveling between the islands of St. Thomas and St. John. It is easier to travel from one island to another via a ferry. St. John is a place of natural beauty, beautiful beaches with calms and crystalline blue waters. Most of the island is made of National Park with plenty of trails that you can hike for incredible views.
If you have a few hours, go hiking at Lind Point Trail. It is a quick and easy hike located within walking distance of the ferry terminal. The shorter hike is 1.8 miles, finishing at Honeymoon beach, where you can enjoy drinks rent paddleboards or kayaks. Other popular hiking trails on St. John are:
- 0.7 miles side trail on the left to Salomon Beach
- 4.4-mile Reef Bay Trail
If you are taking a tour or driving on the island, go for:
- Make a pit stop at Peace Hill for a scenic overlook
- Visit the world-famous trunk Bay beach, take photos, dip in the water or enjoy snorkeling.
Get the ferry back to your luxury vacation villa and enjoy a sunset dinner outdoors in the beautiful place.
Day 3
Spend the morning relaxing by the infinity pool at your resort because you deserve relaxing if you have selected them, and you might have chosen them for a reason. Following this, get ready for the adventure by taking a full day of kayak, hike, and snorkel adventure at Mangrove Lagoon.
Take the tour if you are mentally and physically ready for it, as kayaking may get difficult while coming back at the end of the day. However, the best part is that you can also go for shorter tours if you are not taking the longer ones. For example, while kayaking between the little islands with mangrove trees, you can also take a hike to some tidal pools that are full of marine life. There are also spots to see hermit crabs and turtles. Finally, garb some sandwiches and come back to the room to take some rest before you have dinner before your departure.
St. Thomas USVI offers an excellent experience in three days. If you follow this itinerary, you will enjoy everything right from staying in luxury private villas to adventures at Magens Beach, shopping in the capital city, and hiking on St. John.
