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St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Boat Transport to St. Thomas 18°23'N 64°56'W
The US Virgin Islands are situated 64 km (40 miles) east of Puerto Rico. The three main islands (St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John) and 60-odd cays that comprise the US Virgin Islands include some of the most magnificent coast on earth.
For bustling beaches, nightlife and, especially, shopping, look to St. Thomas. Its heavy development, North American atmosphere and throngs of cruise-ship visitors make it the least distinctive of the islands, but also the most visited.
This is high-volume tourism, among the highest in the Caribbean.
For unspoiled scenery and quiet surroundings, head to St. John. Much of the isle is federally protected, so it's like St. Thomas' alter ego. The coral reefs, hiking trails and small resorts on St. John have been a model for other ecotourism efforts in the Caribbean.
Somewhere between the extremes of St. Thomas and St. John is St. Croix, which is perhaps the most typical of other Caribbean islands. It has a fair amount of shopping and other attractions but balances them with a relaxed atmosphere and historic architecture. While it's possible to spend all of your time on one island, we suggest you take advantage of the variety.
Dockwise offers boat transport services to St. Thomas for clients who want to visit the beauty of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
General Information US Virgin Islands
Area: 347.1 sq km (134 sq miles).
Population: 101,809 (1990).
Population density: 293 per sq km.
Capital: Charlotte Amalie (St Thomas).
Population capital: 12,331 (1990).
Language: English is the official language.
Spanish and Creole are also widely spoken.
Religion: Christian, mainly Protestant.
Time: GMT - 4.
Electricity: 120 volts AC, 60Hz.
Currency: US Dollar (US$) = 100 cents.
Country Code: + 1 340 ~
IDD Access Code: 11 ~
How to get there
There are international airports on both St Thomas and St Croix.
From the US there are direct flights from several US destinations.
Oftentimes these flights land in St Thomas first, then go on to St Croix. Most flights from Europe connect via Miami or San Juan in Puerto Rico.
A weekend ferry does the dash between St John's Cruz Bay and St Thomas's Charlotte Amalie and Fajardo in Puerto Rico.
Tons of cruise ships dock in the US Virgin Islands, most at Charlotte Amalie, one of the Caribbean's most popular cruise destinations.
Plenty of ships also call at Frederiksted on St Croix.
Basic contact information for airports to get in St. Thomas:
US VIRGIN ISLANDS/ST. THOMAS
Country Code: + 1 340 ~
IDD Access Code: 11 ~
Time Zone: GMT - 4
SAINT THOMAS-CYRIL E KING AIRPORTS (STT)
St Thomas Airport, Virgin Islands (USA), PO Box 1707, Virgin Islands Port Authority, St Thomas 00803-1707
Tel.: (Central) + 1 340 774-1629, (Aviation) + 1 340 774-5100
Fax: (Central) + 1 340 774-0025, (Aviation) + 1 340 774-5594
SAINT CROIX-HENRY E ROHLSEN AIRPORT (STX)
St Croix Airport, Virgin Islands (USA), PO Box 1134, Christiansted 00821, St Croix
St Croix Airport, Virgin Islands (USA), Estate Mannings Bag, Christiansted, St Croix Airport 00821
Tel.: (Aviation) + 1 340 778-1012
Fax: (Aviation) + 1 340 778-1033
E-mail: davemapp@islands.vi
Internet: www.viport.com
PUERTO RICO
Country Code: + 1 787 ~
IDD Access Code: 11 ~
Time Zone: GMT - 4 ~
Business Language: Spanish
SAN JUAN - LUIZ MUNOZ MARIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SJU)
San Juan Airport, Puerto Rico, PO Box 37250, Airport Authority, Airport Station, San Juan PR 00937-0250
San Juan Airport, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico Airports Authority, 100 Ave Salvador V Caro, Carolina PR 00979
Tel.: + 1 787 319-9262
Fax: + 1 787 791-4427
Weather
The weather is both beautiful and beautifully consistent year-round. Temperatures are generally in the 80s F/27-33 C during the day and in the 70s F/21-26 C at night.
December-February is slightly cooler and windier than the summer months. (The Christmas winds, as they're called, can blow for several days at a time.) There is more rain in the fall (meaning more frequent short showers).
June-November is hurricane season. The best time to visit the US Virgin Islands is December-April.
Marinas
CROWN BAY MARINA
Suite 528
Parcel 8168 Sub Base
St. Thomas 00802
US Virgin Islands
Tel.: + 1 340 774 2255
Fax: + 1 340 776 2760
E-mail: info@crownbay.com
Internet: www.crownbay.com
AMERICAN YACHT HARBOR
Suite 2
6100 Red Hook Quarters
St. Thomas 00802
US Virgin Islands
Tel.: + 1 340 775 5970
Fax: + 1 340 776 5970
E-mail: jennifer@ayhmarina.biz
YACHT HAVEN MARINA
5300 Long Bay Road
St. Thomas 00802
US Virgin Islands
Tel.: + 1 340 774 6050
Fax: + 1 340 774 5935
E-mail: yachthaven6050@yahoo.com
ST. CROIX MARINE
5063 Gallows Bay
St. Croix 00820
Us Virgin Islands
Tel.: + 1 340 773 0289
Fax: + 1 340 778 8974
E-mail: stxmarine@vipowernet.net
Additional Information
INBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Cindi or Coleen Coombs
C & C Port Services
#1 Villa Olga
St. Thomas, USVI
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 307906
St. Thomas, USVI
Tel: +1 340-776-2616
Fax: +1 340-776-4672
Cindi's cell: +1 340-690-7353
Colleen's cell: +1-340-690-5311
E-mail: ccport@islands.vi
Meeting Point:
Crown Bay Cargo Port
www.viport.com
Customs Agent:
Cindi or Coleen Coombs
C & C Port Services
#1 Villa Olga
St. Thomas, USVI
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 307906
St. Thomas, USVI
Tel: +1 340-776-2616
Fax: +1 340-776-4672
Cindi's cell: +1 340-690-7353
Colleen's cell: +1-340-690-5311
E-mail: ccport@islands.vi
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II (B1 - B2).
NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
OUTBOUND CHECKLIST:
DYT Contact:
Cindi or Coleen Coombs
C & C Port Services
#1 Villa Olga
St. Thomas, USVI
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 307906
St. Thomas, USVI
Tel: +1 340-776-2616
Fax: +1 340-776-4672
Cindi's cell: +1 340-690-7353
Colleen's cell: +1-340-690-5311
E-mail: ccport@islands.vi
Meeting Point:
Crown Bay Cargo Port
www.viport.com
Customs Agent:
Cindi or Coleen Coombs
C & C Port Services
#1 Villa Olga
St. Thomas, USVI
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 307906
St. Thomas, USVI
Tel: +1 340-776-2616
Fax: +1 340-776-4672
Cindi's cell: +1 340-690-7353
Colleen's cell: +1-340-690-5311
E-mail: ccport@islands.vi
IMPORTANT:
Make sure you contact our customs agent for proper protocol on customs guidelines, required paperwork and port access. Please be advised that independent customs fees may apply.
Loading Onboard DYT Carrier:
Notify our Loading Master upon your arrival on Channel 17 and wait for instructions.
Once loaded, check in with DYT Rep and bring:
- Original yacht registry
- Keys of the yacht clearly marked
- If approved, bring riders with prospective passports
ATTENTION RIDERS:
US Ports - Final destination or in transit: Non-US or non-Canadian riders must have a US Visa BI-II (B1 - B2).
NO OTHER VISAS ARE ACCEPTED.
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