Two things St Thomas travel is known for are its pristine beaches and top-notch snorkeling. The island of one of three US Virgin Islands joining St Croix and St John. What’s great about these islands is that you can experience the Caribbean even during restricted travel. As of today, a negative COVID-19 test is required within 120 hours before departure and you’re good to go.
So, when you do make it to the island, let’s map out everything to do on your St Thomas travel. Beaches, historical sites, bar hopping, wreck diving, and Caribbean music are just a few experiences you can have when vacationing in St Thomas.
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Best Credit Cards to Use for St Thomas Travel
American Express, Chase, and Citi are credit card programs that each program offers personal and business credit cards that have high earn rates in relevant spending categories. Some of the more interesting cards include the Amex Gold Card, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Citi Premier Card.
You earn 4x points at restaurants and US grocery stores with the Amex Gold Card. The Chase Sapphire Reserve earns 3x points at restaurants and on travel. 3x points on restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, air travel, and hotels are what you earn with the Citi Premier Card.
How to Fly to St Thomas USVI
Cyril E. King Airport (STT) is the main airport for St Thomas travel. This airport offers nonstop flights across the Caribbean as well as to a number of US destinations. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, and Spirit Airlines offer nonstop from the US. United Airlines also offers seasonal service.
American flies nonstop from Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Miami; Delta flies nonstop from Atlanta, New York–JFK; JetBlue flies nonstop from Newark, New York–JFK; Spirit flies nonstop from Fort Lauderdale, Orlando.
After landing on the island, snag a cab as Lyft/Uber does not operate on the island. Cabs only accept cash so have some on hand if you need to get around.
Where to Stay in St Thomas USVI
St Thomas isn’t well represented with hotels from major hotel brands across the island. Marriott is the only major brand with a presence, so those with Marriott points are in luck. Marriott has new properties is looking to add in 2022 that are not included in the list below.
The Marriott Frenchman’s Cove and Ritz-Carlton St Thomas are your two Marriott options. AirBnb and Google Hotels are additional platforms you should check out. Google Hotel Search is a platform I like to use. If you use this platform, check out this God Save the Points piece on everything you need to know.
Best Things to Do in St Thomas USVI
Day 1
With coffee in hand, check out Honeymoon Beach or Magens Bay Beach. In Magens Bay, bring your snorkeling gear as the calm waters make it easy to snorkel. For non-beach activities, Drake’s Seat, SkyRide to Paradise Point, and Water Island are on my list.
For lunch, grab your fix of Caribbean street food followed by an afternoon of rum bar hopping. There’s always good steelpan music in the Caribbean so end your day by enjoying live Caribbean music.
Day 2
If you’re into diving, St Thomas has no shortage of companies to take you wreck diving. This would be a great way to start your second day of St Thomas travel. In addition to diving, a lobster hunting excursion is another option you have to start your second 24 hours on the island.
Diving and lobster hunting isn’t for everyone, I get it. So instead, make a day trip to St John. You can actually see the island from St Thomas so it’s a fairly quick ride to get over there. Once you’re on the island, there are additional beaches and tropical forests to explore. And there you have it. Two days of St Thomas travel in the books.
Where to Eat in St Thomas USVI
Coffee & Breakfast
Lattes in Paradise is the first coffee shop you should check out. The view overlooking Vessup Bay is alone worth going for. Grab your coffee and post up for a relaxing morning on the patio.
Lunch
Hook Line & Sinker and The Smoking Rooster are places we’ll check out next time we’re in on the island. Hook Line & Sinker will give you your seafood fix while The Smoking Rooster offers BBQ overlooking Long Bay.
Dinner
Caribbean Fish Market, Island Time Pub, and The Twisted Cork Cafe, and are on my list of St Thomas restaurants to check out. Caribbean Fish Market and Island Time Pub are easy to access if you’re on the east side of St Thomas. For those of you close to Long Bay, The Twisted Cork will be convenient.
Dessert
You’re limited in terms of dessert options, outside of restaurants, on St Thomas. One of the places that I’ll check out during our next visit is Scoops & Brew.
Drinks
Bernie’s Bar & Grill, Brix Wine Bar & Bistro and XO Bistro need to be on your list of places to grab a drink. If you head to Bernie’s, ask for Neill and Madison and tell them I sent you.
Conclusion on St Thomas Travel
St Thomas is a place that every US traveler should check it out. For US travelers, you’re likely a nonstop or one-stop flight away. Once you’re on the island, Marriott has a couple of properties to check out. There’s plenty to see and do out
What about you? What would make your things to do in St Thomas USVI list? Please let me know in the comments or by sending me an email on my contact page.
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