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99 Steps

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A landmark stairway in Charlotte Amalie connecting the town’s historic hillside streets.

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99 Steps

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A celebrated historic staircase in Charlotte Amalie connecting the town’s hillside streets.

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Annaberg Sugar Plantation

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A major historic site within Virgin Islands National Park interpreting plantation-era industry and labor history.

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Annaberg Sugar Plantation

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National park plantation ruins that interpret St. John’s colonial and agricultural history.

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Buck Island Reef National Monument

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A protected marine destination known for reef ecosystems, snorkeling, and boat excursions.

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Cane Bay

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Cane Bay is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Cane Bay Wall

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A renowned north-shore dive area where the seafloor drops sharply into deep water.

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Charlotte Amalie Waterfront

harbor

A harborfront corridor connecting downtown, ferries, shopping, dining, and historic landmarks.

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Charlotte Amalie Waterfront

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Explore the historic harborfront, shopping streets, ferry connections, and dining in the territory capital.

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Christiansted Boardwalk

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A walkable waterfront district with historic architecture, dining, shopping, and harbor excursions.

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Christiansted National Historic Site

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A waterfront historic district preserving major buildings from the Danish colonial period.

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Cinnamon Bay Archaeology Site

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A nationally significant cultural landscape preserving Indigenous and colonial-era history.

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Cinnamon Bay Campground

north shore

A North Shore camping and lodging area with access to beach, trails, and park experiences.

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Coki Point

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A lively East End coastal destination known for beach access, snorkeling, and nearby marine attractions.

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Coki Point

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Coki Point is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Columbus Landing Site

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A historically significant area within Salt River Bay associated with European arrival in 1493.

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Coral Bay

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A laid-back East End community with restaurants, boating, trails, and access to quieter parts of St. John.

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Coral World Ocean Park

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A marine-life attraction at Coki Point featuring exhibits and ocean-focused experiences.

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Festival

Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027

St. Croix

Crucian Christmas Festival

A treasured St. Croix holiday carnival tradition with Festival Village, parades, local food, pageantry, and live music. Visit USVI lists the next festival window from December 26, 2026 through January 2, 2027.

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Cruz Bay

dining

St. John’s primary arrival point with ferries, restaurants, shops, taxis, and access to Virgin Islands National Park. Community field note: Cruz Bay is more than an arrival point: it is the practical hinge between the public ferry, park information, local services, and the rest of a St. John itinerary.

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Cruz Bay Waterfront

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A compact waterfront district connecting ferry arrivals, restaurants, shops, and island transportation.

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Cruzan Rum Distillery

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A long-established St. Croix rum distillery offering a look at local rum production.

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Drake's Seat

magens bay

A roadside overlook above Magens Bay with one of the island’s best-known panoramic views.

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Duffy's Love Shack

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Duffy's Love Shack is a local St. Thomas dining and gathering spot included in the VI Guide travel catalog.

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Estate Whim Museum

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A preserved sugar-estate complex interpreting St. Croix history and plantation-era life.

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Fort Christian

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A defining historic landmark on the Charlotte Amalie waterfront.

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Fort Christian

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Charlotte Amalie’s landmark red fort and one of the territory’s most recognizable historic structures.

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Fort Christiansvaern

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A prominent yellow fort anchoring Christiansted’s historic waterfront.

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Fort Christiansværn

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The yellow Danish fort anchoring Christiansted National Historic Site.

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Fort Frederik

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A major Frederiksted waterfront fort associated with emancipation history.

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Frederiksted Pier

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A prominent west-end pier used for cruise calls, diving, snorkeling, and waterfront events.

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Frederiksted Waterfront

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A west-end waterfront corridor with historic buildings, beaches, dining, and sunset views.

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Frenchtown

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A waterfront neighborhood west of downtown known for fishing heritage and dining.

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Greengos Caribbean Cantina

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Greengos Caribbean Cantina is a local St. Thomas dining and gathering spot included in the VI Guide travel catalog.

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Honeymoon Beach

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Honeymoon Beach is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Hook, Line & Sinker

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A waterfront seafood restaurant in Frenchtown known for a casual harbor setting and island dining.

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Jack and Isaac Bay Preserve

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A protected coastal landscape with hiking access, beaches, and important habitat.

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Lindquist Beach

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Lindquist Beach is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Magens Bay

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One of St. Thomas’s signature coastal destinations, popular for swimming, picnics, and scenic bay views.

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Magens Bay

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Magens Bay is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Maho Bay

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Maho Bay is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Main Street Charlotte Amalie

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The principal downtown shopping corridor, lined with historic buildings and local businesses.

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Mim's Seafood Bistro

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Mim's Seafood Bistro is a local St. Thomas dining and gathering spot included in the VI Guide travel catalog.

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Mongoose Junction

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A distinctive Cruz Bay shopping and dining complex built in a Caribbean-inspired architectural style.

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Mountain Top

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A high-elevation visitor stop with panoramic views across St. Thomas and neighboring islands.

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Sports

Nov 20, 2026 – Nov 28, 2026

St. Thomas

Paradise Jam

The annual Paradise Jam brings men's and women's college basketball tournament play to St. Thomas. Visit USVI lists the 2026 tournament at the University of the Virgin Islands from November 20 through November 28.

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Paradise Point

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A hillside attraction overlooking Charlotte Amalie harbor and the cruise-ship district.

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Peace Hill

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A short trail leading to a hilltop ruin and sweeping North Shore views.

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Point Udall

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A dramatic eastern overlook marked by the Millennium Monument.

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Protestant Cay

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A small harbor cay reached by passenger ferry from Christiansted.

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Rainbow Beach

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Rainbow Beach is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Ram Head Trail

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A dramatic coastal hike beginning near Salt Pond Bay and ending at a windswept headland.

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Red Hook

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The East End’s ferry, dining, marina, and nightlife hub.

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Reef Bay Petroglyphs

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A culturally important rock-carving site reached by trail within Virgin Islands National Park.

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Reef Bay Trail

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A well-known national park trail descending through forest, historic ruins, and cultural landscapes.

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Salt Pond Bay

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A South Shore bay offering swimming, snorkeling, and access to Ram Head Trail.

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Salt River Bay National Historical Park

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A nationally significant cultural and natural landscape on St. Croix’s north shore.

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Sandy Point

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Sandy Point is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge

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A protected west-end coastal refuge known for nesting sea turtles and seasonal public access.

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Skyride to Paradise Point

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An aerial tram experience rising from Havensight to a scenic overlook above Charlotte Amalie.

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Skytsborg

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A hilltop historic landmark overlooking Charlotte Amalie and its harbor.

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St. Croix Rainforest

scenic drive

A lush west-end interior area known for scenic drives, trails, historic estates, and tropical vegetation.

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St. George Village Botanical Garden

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A botanical and historic garden set among the ruins of a former estate.

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Festival

Jun 27, 2027 – Jul 4, 2027

St. John

St. John Celebration

St. John Celebration returns in 2027 with the island's annual cultural celebration centered on Emancipation and Independence traditions. Visit USVI currently lists the festival from June 27 through July 4, 2027.

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Food & dining

Aug 16, 2026 – Aug 31, 2026

St. Thomas

St. Thomas Restaurant Week

St. Thomas Restaurant Week is listed on the official Visit USVI events calendar for August 16 through August 31, 2026. Use VI Guide to connect the culinary event window with dining discovery, transportation, and the rest of your island plan.

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Trunk Bay

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Trunk Bay is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Sports

Sep 5, 2026

St. Thomas

Victory Run/Walk

An all-ages St. Thomas half-marathon, 10K, and 5K celebrating resilience. The official tourism listing says the races begin at Havensight Mall and continue along the Charlotte Amalie waterfront.

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Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center

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A key starting point for learning about trails, beaches, history, and park conditions on St. John.

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Culture

Oct 12, 2026

St. Croix

Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Day

A public holiday honoring the historical and cultural connections between the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Visit USVI notes that local celebrations can include food, music, and cultural presentations on St. Croix.

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Sports

Sep 20, 2026

St. Croix

Wall2Wall Sprint Triathlon & Try-A-Tri

A North Shore race day at Cane Bay with sprint-triathlon and Try-A-Tri options. The official listing includes swimming, cycling, and running courses that start and finish on St. Croix's North Shore.

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Yacht Haven Grande

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A waterfront marina district with restaurants, shops, events, and harbor views.

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Community field note

Christiansted

St. Croix

Christiansted’s waterfront is a history map you can walk

The Christiansted waterfront is not just a scenic edge of town; the National Historic Site concentrates major historic structures around the wharf, making place and history unusually easy to experience together.

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Charlotte Amalie

St. Thomas

Read Charlotte Amalie from the harbor upward

Downtown Charlotte Amalie makes more sense when you treat the harbor, Main Street, side streets, and hillside steps as one connected place instead of separate attractions.

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Cruz Bay

St. John

Treat Cruz Bay as the hinge of a St. John day

Cruz Bay is more than an arrival point: it is the practical hinge between the public ferry, park information, local services, and the rest of a St. John itinerary.

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18°64° The Restaurant

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18°64° The Restaurant is a local dining and gathering place included in the VI Guide island catalog.

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40 Strand Eatery

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40 Strand Eatery is a local dining and gathering place included in the VI Guide island catalog.

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420 to Center

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420 to Center is a local dining and gathering place included in the VI Guide island catalog.

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Abi Beach

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Abi Beach is an island shoreline destination suited to swimming, sightseeing, and a relaxed day by the water. Check current sea and weather conditions before visiting.

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Agave

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Agave is a local dining and gathering place included in the VI Guide island catalog.

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Governor record

2019–present

Albert Bryan Jr.

The current governor, elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022.

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