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Honeymoon Beach, located on the exclusive Caneel Bay Resort property, has long been a favorite spot for island residents and visitors to spend a leisurely day in paradise. Between the sprawling white sand, bright, shallow seas, and full service amenities available via Virgin Islands EcoTours and Bikinis Bar & Grill, it’s one of the few…

  If you’re like us, you might be thinking, “The holidays?! How is it time for that already?” Time has moved in strange ways this year and if the earlier months are any indication, the holidays will be upon us before we know it. And because so many of us will be spending the celebratory…

Most people see the appeal of taking a kayak tour with us in the daytime. After all, that’s when the stunning beauty of the US Virgin Islands is on full display. You might be wondering what there could possibly be to see when paradise is blanketed in darkness. Well, we’re here to tell you from…

Frequent visitors to the island of St. John always have a list of people, places, and things they’re excited to re-visit whenever they return. Topping that list for most are our beloved island donkeys. The donkeys of St. John are unforgettable after you encounter them for the first time. Their sweet, goofy faces, inquisitive nature,…

St. John is home to four different species of sea turtles: hawksbill, green, leatherback, and loggerhead. All species are considered threatened, endangered, or critically endangered, and are in need our protection. We are so appreciative of the efforts of the Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park. Their team of staff and volunteers seeks to…

One fun fact about St. John that many new visitors are unaware of is that the island is home to its very own brewery. Started by two friends who quit their jobs and moved to the Virgin Islands, St. John Brewers makes all of their creations onsite. While so many of the beers sold on…

During this global pandemic, we understand it’s been confusing at times to keep track of when you’re allowed to travel, to where, and what regulations you must follow when doing so. The US Virgin Islands are currently open to visitors once again, at the time of this writing. Though as things continue to evolve and…

Honeymoon Beach recently got a major upgrade. Are you ready to take your Virgin Islands beach day to the next level? We are proud to feature two private beach cabanas, available for rental now. Our cabanas are the ultimate St. John beach day experience, allowing you to relax in comfort with your uninterrupted panoramic view…

If there’s one surefire way you can tell that someone has a connection to the USVI, it’s by the appearance of a hook bracelet on their wrist. Have you noticed these before? They come in a variety of designs, but the main feature amongst them all is a hook clasp that can be worn either…

2020 has certainly been a unique year, and the fashion is no exception. So, what is everyone wearing to the beach and beyond this summer, you ask? You got it – it’s a mask. While wearing a mask isn’t always fun, it’s respectful and necessary for everyone’s safety. Just as it likely is wherever you…

If the Virgin Islands had a signature flavor, it might very well be that of our famous (infamous?) Painkiller cocktail. Nothing helps you get on island time faster than a sip of this tropical drink. Coconut, pineapple, and rum combine to soothe your island soul and suddenly you’re relaxed and swinging in a hammock under…

Have you been wondering what it’s like to travel to the US Virgin Islands right now? We’ve got just the podcast episode for you! Some of our favorite travel bloggers, Ryan & Crystal of Caribbean Castaways, recently visited us for a stay on St. John. They were traveling as a group of four and shared…