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After visiting Puerto Rico, Turks and Caicos, and Aruba, St. Thomas USVI, was next on my list. Yes, I keep a mental checklist of the Caribbean islands I want to visit. The irony is that out of all the Caribbean islands I’ve visited, St. Thomas is by far the prettiest, if not the most romantic. There is an abundance of beauty on this breathtaking island surrounded by both mountains and sea.

When in St. Thomas, drive on the left side of the road. Driving here can be dangerous since the roads are narrow and windy. The locals drive pretty rough and there were a couple close calls during my vacation. Since I was tagging along with someone “brave,” I decided to rent a car during my stay, but I certainly didn’t attempt driving, I’m not that brave.

St. Thomas is an ideal destination for families, couples, or anyone looking for a relaxing vacation. There is very limited nightlife on the island which can be found in the Red Hook district. Duffy’s Love Shack and Caribbean Saloon seemed to be the most happening spots.

Just like most of the other Caribbean islands, fish is highly popular at most restaurants, in particular, wahoo – which was seen on just about every menu and often times it was the “catch of the day.” Additionally, snapper and sea bass were also on most menus which made me mighty happy. I soaked up all my omega-3s and antioxidants in one week.

And lastly, regarding the question on everyone’s mind, the water! The water in St. Thomas is crystal clear, often blue, rarely green. After doing a Day Trip to St. John, I can safely say the BEST WATER I have seen in the Caribbean so far are Turks and Caicos and St. John followed by St. Thomas and then Aruba. Enjoy!St. Thomas USVI Travel Diary

My One Week Travel Diary:

About to land. Landing, St. Thomas, USVI

Checked into my One Bedroom Villa at the Point Pleasant Resort. It was the first time I stayed at a villa and I enjoyed the experience, it felt less like a hotel and more like home. The villa had an island look and feel that I liked. Point Pleasant Resort Villa, St. Thomas, USVI

And now the RIDIC view!
Point Pleasant Resort Villa, St. Thomas, USVI

I’d wake up in the mornings, make myself a cup of coffee, sit on the balcony, enjoy the breeze and hear the sound of the waves crashing against one another. Sometimes I’d work on my blog too. It was really nice. It brought me so much joy. St. Thomas, USVI

First meal in St. Thomas at Sunset Grille. One of the best sunsets here… blue, purple, & pink hues. The Sunset Grille, St. Thomas, USVI

The next day I headed to Sugar Beach which is part of the Point Pleasant Resort. It practically felt like a private beach which was awesome.
Sugar Beach, St. Thomas, USVI

Selfie. 🙂Selfie

View from my villa during twilight. See how beautiful St. Thomas is!St. Thomas, USVI

I went grocery shopping one day and I was SHOCKED by the price of Nut Butters. Even Skippy Peanut Butter was pricey at $5. The locals mentioned they didn’t shop at these grocery stores, but rather Kmart. Everyone on the island goes to Kmart where the prices are roughly 50% cheaper.  Nut Butters, St. Thomas, USVI

A dinner at Blue Orchid – the BEST MEAL on the entire trip! The views from above were absolutely stunning.Blue Orchid, St. Thomas, USVI

The sunset was incredible.
Blue Orchid, St. Thomas, USVI

A blue and white dress for me seemed most fitting at Blue Orchid.
Blue Orchid, St. Thomas, USVI

The next day, a day trip to St. John. I had no idea this was going to be one bumpy ferry ride. I was scared the ferry would tip over. I was scared because I can’t swim. So yeah, I was pretty cranky, nauseous and scared.On my way to St. John, USVI

And then I saw this, and smiled again. I highly recommend doing a Day Trip to St. John, check out my post.St. John, USVI

 

In St. Thomas, the MOST ROMANTIC DINNER at Havana Blue. The drinks were phenomenal, and the food was amazing too! Havana Blue, St. Thomas, USVI

Anyone who knows me knows that I am NOT a morning person, but the next day I woke up at 6 am to watch this Epic Sunrise from my villa. Magical.Sunrise, St. Thomas, USVI

Afternoon Tea at a gazebo at the BEST TEAHOUSE in St. Thomas – Cup-N-Kettle Tea House. Cup-N-Kettle Tea House, St. Thomas, USVI

Going all out on my last night. Dining at Sails at The Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, I wore my favorite new dress from Nordstrom-TopShop. Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, USVI

Beauty. Everywhere. The Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, USVI

And that’s a wrap! I loved St. Thomas. And the best part is US citizens don’t need a US Passport to travel here. Just be sure to bring that Nut Butter with you. 🙂
Leaving St. Thomas, USVI

Other Attractions to Consider:
Magens Bay Beach
Coki Point Beach
Shopping in Charlotte Amalie

More coming on dining in St. Thomas and also a day trip to St. John! Stay tuned!

Have you been to St. Thomas, St. John or St. Croix? If so, where did you stay? What did you do?

Hi, I'm Nisha!

A foodie passionate about bringing authentic Indian recipes and global flavors to your kitchen. I create dishes using simple, real ingredients, and seasonal produce. Join me on this soul-searching journey as I share "what's cooking" through my love for good food. I hope to inspire you to cook more at home, explore new flavors, and enjoy the process along the way.


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  1. Aw, I really loved reading this because I actually grew up in the neighbouring British Virgin Islands and as a consequence I’ve traveled to St. Thomas numerous amounts of times. It was like reading about my old home! So glad you enjoyed your trip, and oh yes, that nut butter pricing is true for almost all the Caribbean with import prices being INSANE. Thanks for sharing your trip!!

    1. The British VI are definitely next on my list. I hear it’s even more expensive than the USVI. It was so funny when the locals at the grocery store were like, “we don’t shop here.” Lol. Insane!!! I’ll have to bring my own nut butter next time. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂