Indagare's Eliza Harris
"We sailed over in the morning on a catamaran, stopped at a deserted white sand beach for a swim, then spent an hour snorkeling along an underwater trail, through extraordinary coral canyons."
Just 1,000 miles southeast of Miami, the U.S. Virgin Islands are perfect for a convenient Caribbean getaway. The three major islands—St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas—are known for their charming pastel buildings, crystal-clear harbors and rich cultural diversity. From 18th-century sugar mill tours to paddle-boarding and hiking to turtle nesting grounds on white sand beaches, the U.S. Virgin Islands offer activities for all ages and interests.
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Perfect forFamilies | Romantics | Ultimate Indulgers
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When to goDecember-February | September-November
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Ideal length of stay3-5 Nights
Designing Your Journey
Work with Indagare to design the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey. Our travel experts know the destination inside and out, and they can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.
Essential U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands are best enjoyed with itineraries that balance relaxation with sun, sand and surf. Here is just one example of what our destination experts can create for you.
Day 1
Spend your day exploring the water activities offered in St. John, St. Croix or St. Thomas. The Coral World Aquarium is wonderful for families, and highlights include swimming with sea lions. You can also go snorkeling, diving or paddle-boarding among the coral reefs, where colorful fish are plentiful. End the day with a relaxing hike before dinner.
Day 2
The U.S. Virgin Islands are comprised of a fascinating blend of colonial and native cultures and history. Indagare can arrange a private guided tour of such sites as the Annaberg Sugar Mill Ruins or some of the remaining 18th-century estates. Venture into town for fun beachside cocktails before dinner at a favorite local restaurant.
Day 3
Start your day with a relaxing spa treatment at your hotel, before heading to the beach to soak up the sun and swim in crystal clear coves. Indagare can arrange for a private catamaran cruise or a watersports class for those who prefer more active adventure, or you can go on a guided hike to find sea turtle nesting grounds.
Where To Stay
We only feature hotels that we can vouch for first-hand. At many of them, Indagare members receive special amenities, including upgrades, early check-in, breakfast, spa credits and more. Look for the Indagare Plus logo in the reviews.
