St Thomas is the most visited and developed from all the US Virgin Islands. This gorgeous island was settled by the Danish and its capital city is Charlotte Amalie. It lures tourists with its laid-back atmosphere and some of the most scenic beaches of the Caribbean.
Below you will find a list of things to do and attractions, as well as travel statistics on comparison shopping, vacation planning and themes, and some lodging options.
Beautiful sandy beaches, seafront St Thomas vacation houses are an excellent combination to enjoy in this great island. There are so many outside activities and water sports waiting for beach lovers. Scuba diving and snorkeling are among the most preferred things to do. Located in the city of Charlotte Amalie, Blackbeard’s Castle is one of five National Historic Landmarks on the US Virgin Islands. It was built in 1679 by the Danes as a watchtower which protected the harbor. Originally called Skytsbord Tower, the castle is now surrounded by a small hotel, a restaurants and a swimming pool. One of the best ways for tourists to explore St Thomas is by taking a ride on the Paradise Point Tramway. It takes visitors 700 feet above Charlotte Amalie and offers excellent views of the harbor and the whole island. Those staying at a St Thomas condo rental can walk a nature trail and enjoy the lush nature of St Thomas while watching an incredible sunset. Those who like history and would like to learn more about the island’s past, should visit the Government Hill. It is home to numerous historic attractions such as Government House, 99 Steps, Crown House and Seven Arches Museum.
Large and immaculate beaches are the real attraction on this dream location, specially for those who love water sports. Windsurfing, kayaking and snorkeling are practiced in a very quiet and natural environment.
A current market research shows that 68 percent of the vacationers who searched for accommodations in St Thomas were interested in comparison shopping among St Thomas vacation rentals, bed breakfasts, motels, and hotels.
It is shown by the study that there are three kinds of visitors to St Thomas. First, the careful travelers who began their trip preparing two or more months in advance, and represented the 52 percent. People who inquired looking for a place to stay one to two months prior to their arrival, represented the 25 percent. Typical last minute visitors represented the 19 percent and they sent their inquiries within the last month before to the arriving to their St Thomas lodging. Based on the number of adults and children requested on the inquiries received, St Thomas’s most popular vacation theme is romance with 39 percent of the inquiries requesting accommodations for 2, 31 percent for groups of more than 4 adults, 24 percent for families with children, and 7 percent for people traveling alone.
Below, there are two great lodging options to explore:
Morningstar St Thomas Villa: Morningstar Villa is our personally owned, oceanview non-smoking 2BR/2BA two-level home in St. Thomas, named for its magnificent ocean views of prestigious Morningstar Beach (near the Marriott). Villa is newly furnished for a modern Caribbean vacation and enjoys delightful island breezes, warm temperatures and beautiful sunrise/sunset ocean views all year round. If you have always wanted your own villa in the Caribbean, Morningstar Villa can be your place in the sun.
St Thomas Luxury Vacation Rental: Blue Horizons Villa reflects the essence of paradise and dazzles the senses. It is located on the island of St. Thomas in the luxurious US Virgin Islands. The Villa is perched in a stunning fashion at the top of the highest mountain on St Thomas and is surrounded by lush tropical plantings and fruit trees. Blue Horizons Villa is just minutes from Magens Beach and many other beautiful white sand beaches are within 2 miles. This villa offers spectacular 270 degree panoramic views from St. John to the east, the beautiful Charlotte Amalie Harbor to the south and Puerto Rico to the west. For details, photos and a useful form to contact the owner directly, please log into property ID#300032 at rentalo.com.