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ST. THOMAS, United States
Virgin Islands
Chosen by AMA Cruise Specialist Karen Claxton
With some of the best beaches and bluest water in
the Caribbean, the U.S. Virgin Islands have long been
a prime destination for those seeking the sun. Com-
pact and friendly, St. omas – the "gateway to the
USVI"– offers both manmade and natural wonders.
See and Do
Hop on a 54-foot catamaran and head to Buck Island
National Refuge, where you'll swim with green sea
turtles, as well as a swirling kaleidoscope of tropical
fish over an abundant coral reef. "It's an excellent
choice for the adventurous," says Claxton.
For those seeking a leisurely day, Claxton advises
to take an open-air taxi from the pier into the town
of Charlotte Amalie – it's just four bucks (USD), each
way. There, you can grab an ice cream, browse the
duty-free and jewellery shops or just take a stroll
past the yachts moored along the boardwalk.
Climb aboard the St. omas Skyride to Paradise
Point for the best view on the islands. is gondola
whisks travellers to the top of Flag Hill, more than
213 metres above the harbour and town.
Eat
Oceana Restaurant & Wine Bar offers super-fresh
seafood – from roasted mahi-mahi to poached Carib-
bean lobster tail, right on the water. W
The St. Thomas Skyride has
stunning views of the islands
en route to Paradise Point.
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