St. Thomas has two cruise ports - - The West India Company Dock (almost universally referred to as Havensight) and Crown Bay. Both are located on the south side of the island not far from Charlotte Amalie.
Generally, the ships of Carnival Cruise Lines, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, and Royal Caribbean (except Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas) dock at Havensight. Cunard, Princess, Holland America and Oasis and Allure typically dock at Crown Bay. This can change depending on the number of ships in port. Deeper draft ships such as Queen Mary 2, Oasis and Allure are required to dock at Crown Bay.
Where does the ship dock?
Most cruise ships will dock at the Havensight Pier about a 5-10 minute taxi ride outside of downtown Charlotte Amalie. However, some cruise ships tender in the Charlotte Amalie harbor, and if it is a very busy day in port, the overflow must dock a bit further out at Crown Point Marina, west of Charlotte Amalie. Taxis are plentiful at the Havensight Pier and a ride into downtown will cost about $3. Be advised that this port can get very crowded and traffic can get exceedingly congested. If a number of ships are in port and you are downtown, allow plenty of time to return to the pier.
Havensight is the larger dock. The cruise ships line up bow to stern along side. Guests exit and return to the ships via gangways extending through the shell doors in the ship's hulls. Three large modern cruise ships can tie up at Havensight at the same time.
The Havensight dock area has been extensively developed with a large shopping mall, eateries and even a post office within easy walking distance of the ships. Havensight is directly south across the bay from downtown Charlotte Amalie. Taxis wait by the dock gates. You can also enjoy a pleasant but long walk along the shore into downtown.
Crown Bay, a one time naval base, is St. Thomas' newest cruise port. The ships dock on either side of a single finger pier. As at Havensight, guests enter and exit the ships via gangways through the shell doors.
Beyond the gates of the port, there is a small shopping mall and a welcome center. Walking from from Crown Bay to downtown is very difficult.
Taxi service is the preferred way of travel to downtown and you can find them in an adjacent designated area.
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Sunday March 1, 6-7 PM
Gandhi-King Season for Nonviolence
Peace Hill, Virgin Islands National Park, St. John
On iconic Peace Hill overlooking the sea, sunsets on Sundays are the settings for the peaceful teachings of Gandhi-MLK Season for Nonviolence, a global campaign for peace. Unity of St. John presents teachings, music and meditation in a free program to enhance personal peace in a changing world. A complimentary shuttle to Peace Hill departs at 5:30 pm from the St. John ferry dock – take the 5 pm ferry from Red Hook – returning 7 pm.
Friday March 6
First Friday Downtown
Downtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
First Friday in Downtown Charlotte Amalie showcases the best island St. Thomas has to offer in drinks, food and entertainment in the cultural mecca of the island. Every first Friday downtown restaurants and bars stay open for extended hours. Perfect time for dining out or a pub crawl.
Friday March 6, 6 – 9 PM
First Friday
Mongoose Junction, Cruz Bay, St. John
Discover, dine and dance the night away as Mongoose Junction features local artists, art exhibits and live music. For info visit www.mongoosejunctionstjohn.com
Sunday and Monday March 8 and 9
Full Moon Kayak Tours
Virgin Islands Ecotours – Mangrove Lagoon, St. Thomas.
Venture to the East End of St. Thomas to explore the famous spooky Mangrove Lagoon in the moonlight in two-person easy to paddle kayaks. You will wear headlamps as you paddle through the mangrove tunnels exploring the Wildlife Preserve. The marina is lit up for dining and drinks afterwards.
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You have got to do St. John. You hear that from everyone who has visited the Island and from those who live here. But, what does it mean to do St. John? Well, there are the wonderful hiking trails that meander through the island that can take you from the "bustling" town of Cruz Bay to secluded beaches and pristine Caribbean forests. How about touring the island on a two-hour tour of the National Park or just go shopping in Cruz Bay? And don't forget the plethora of beaches.
DID
YOU KNOW THAT... Many couples are opting to save the
money (not to mention the stress and hard work) of a big
wedding at home by escaping to a Caribbean island for a
combination wedding/honeymoon. Upon their return, they can
share the event by showing the video and photographs at an
informal reception.
All the islands are beautiful and, on some, weddings have
become a major promotional tool. So why should you choose
St. Thomas above others?
St. Thomas, one of the three United States Virign Islands, along with St. Croix and St. John, St. Thomas is one of the most beautiful island destinations in the world, dressed with powdery beaches and sun-drenched weather. St. Thomas is located in the Lesser Antilles, 1,600 miles south, south east of New York City; 1,100 east, southeast of Miami; 70 miles of San Juan. St. Thomas and its nearby neighbor St. John, lay between the Atlantic and the Caribbean.
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Our Port
You get to St. John by flying to nearby St. Thomas and then take a taxi to Red Hook and then a 15 minute ferry to St. John. Ferries depart every hour. As an alternative you can take a taxi a taxi to the Charlotte Amalie Ferry dock and then embark on a 45 minute ferry to St. John.
If you are renting a home you will definitely need to rent a car, and should consider an all wheel or 4 wheel drive vehicle. St. John has some rental car companies but you can also rent a car in St. Thomas and then take a ferry which will transport your car over to St. John . If just visiting for the day there are numerous taxis and safari vans available. St. John taxi and van drivers are very hospitable and accommodating.
