Virgin Islands Tourist Guide From Discount Hotels

When you choose the Virgin Islands as your next vacation destination, you will experience the beauty of a tropical paradise along with a blend of American and Danish culture. The atmosphere is one of relaxation and friendliness, which means you can allow all the cares of your daily life to dissipate. The largest of these islands is St. Croix, where you can see many historic sites. The capital of the Virgin Islands, Charlotte Amalie, is located on the island of St, Thomas, has many upscale boutiques. For the most exotic scenery of the Caribbean, visit the island of St. John , where more than half of the island is a national park.

In Christiansted, on St. Croix, the Danish influence on the islands is readily apparent. Taste the rum of the islands with a tour of the distilleries just outside this city and watch how it is made. Get a glimpse of what plantation life was like in these islands with a visit to Whim Greathouse as you travel to Fredericksted to explore the St. George Village Botannical Garden. Children on vacation will enjoy a visit to the St. Croix Aquarium.

St. Thomas is the premier shopping destination of the Virgin Islands with luxury goods from all over the world. Visit Blackbeard's Castle - the oldest fortification in the islands. Other sites of interest on St. Thomas include the Coral World Observatory, Fort Christian, and Bluebeard's Tower.

You won't have to endure crowds and long lines on St. John. This is the ultimate location for a diving vacation as well as enjoying the sandy beaches. Unlike the other islands, there is not a lot of accommodation on this island, but there is an exciting resort.

Diving and swimming are activities that you can enjoy on all of the Virgin Islands. There are many wrecks and snorkeling is out of this world. With the many beaches where you can relax in the sun, you will undoubtedly return to work tanned and refreshed.

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