St. Thomas is a wonderful choice for families as the island offers such a variety of attractions sure to please a variety of ages.
The island offers exceptional white sand beaches which are sure to entertain all ages. Many of the beaches offer great snorkeling for beginners as well as well as a variety of watersports equipment.
The Coral World Ocean Park should not be missed. Visitors can witness the beauty and magic of live both above and below the Caribbean Sea. The park features an undersea observatory which permits visitors to stay dry and observe non-captive fish and other marine life as they about their daily life on the reef. Children of all ages will be delighted by the changing life that can be observed from turtles, large schools of fish and sometimes even an occasional barracuda. Another highlight of the park is the Sea Trek which offers an underwater helmet diving experience where visitors can walk in zero gravity while surrounded by an abundance of aquatic life. Guides lead visitors through the coral reef that surrounds the park and fish swim right up to the visitor. A helmet provides the air, weight and stability to permit visitors to walk upright under the water while their heads and hair stay completely dry and breathing is normal inside the helmet.
The Paradise Point Tramway is an exciting activity for families as well. Visitors fly skyward in a gondola much like a ski lift 700 feet up the hill to Paradise Point. Simply breathtaking views can be enjoyed of colorful Charlotte Amalie and the harbor.
Stables on St. Thomas offer guided horseback rides through trails trails that wind through lush, green hills to beaches.
Deep-sea fishing is some of the best in the waters off of St. Thomas and makes for an exciting day out on the ocean. The waters are known for blue marlin and several 1,000 pound plus blue marlins have been caught on the famous North Drop near St. Thomas.
Chartering a boat for the day is another wonderful option for families. St. Thomas is the charter boat mecca of the U.S. Virgin Island's and visitors can choose from sailing vessels with crew or take boasts out on their own.
Virgin Islands Ecotours offers guided trips on two man sit-atop ocean kayaks with stops for swimming and snorkeling. These kayak trips are an excellent way to explore the island's waters and beaches.
Families will, also, enjoy the ability to take inexpensive ferries to neighboring islands such as St. John and Tortola in the British Virgin Islands.
The preferred accommodations for families on St. Thomas are private villa rentals which provide all of the comforts of home as well as private swimming pools which are always crowd pleasers. Families will find full sized homes complete with full kitchens, entertainment areas as well as multiple bedrooms so everyone has some privacy. Villas Caribe offers a lovely collection of private villa rentals.
Villa Diva is lovely hideaway set on a lush hill and offering panoramic views of famous Magen's Bay. The villa is built as two pavilions that are separated by a covered walkway, hot tub and swimming pool. The interiors are spacious and tastefully decorated. The home features three air-conditioned bedrooms and three baths. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/villa-diva
The enchantment villa is a gated property located in the exclusive Estate Peterborg area of the island and offers exceptional ocean views. The home is spacious and almost 8,000 square feet and prides itself on privacy and comfort. Villa Enchantment offer eight air-conditioned bedroom suites and eight bathrooms. Outside, the villa boasts a lovely private swimming pool complete with built in table and sun umbrella. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/villa-enchantment
The Moonlight villa is located within the prestigious Mahogany Run Golf Course community. It is nestled on a secluded hillside and offers mesmerizing ocean views. Moonlight is built on two levels and is fully air-conditioned. The interiors feature tiled floors and stylish furnishings. The home has three bedroom and three and one half baths. Outside, is a comfortable deck and private swimming pool. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/moonlight
St. Thomas is an excellent choice for active families looking for a variety of land and sea activities.
The island offers exceptional white sand beaches which are sure to entertain all ages. Many of the beaches offer great snorkeling for beginners as well as well as a variety of watersports equipment.
The Coral World Ocean Park should not be missed. Visitors can witness the beauty and magic of live both above and below the Caribbean Sea. The park features an undersea observatory which permits visitors to stay dry and observe non-captive fish and other marine life as they about their daily life on the reef. Children of all ages will be delighted by the changing life that can be observed from turtles, large schools of fish and sometimes even an occasional barracuda. Another highlight of the park is the Sea Trek which offers an underwater helmet diving experience where visitors can walk in zero gravity while surrounded by an abundance of aquatic life. Guides lead visitors through the coral reef that surrounds the park and fish swim right up to the visitor. A helmet provides the air, weight and stability to permit visitors to walk upright under the water while their heads and hair stay completely dry and breathing is normal inside the helmet.
The Paradise Point Tramway is an exciting activity for families as well. Visitors fly skyward in a gondola much like a ski lift 700 feet up the hill to Paradise Point. Simply breathtaking views can be enjoyed of colorful Charlotte Amalie and the harbor.
Stables on St. Thomas offer guided horseback rides through trails trails that wind through lush, green hills to beaches.
Deep-sea fishing is some of the best in the waters off of St. Thomas and makes for an exciting day out on the ocean. The waters are known for blue marlin and several 1,000 pound plus blue marlins have been caught on the famous North Drop near St. Thomas.
Chartering a boat for the day is another wonderful option for families. St. Thomas is the charter boat mecca of the U.S. Virgin Island's and visitors can choose from sailing vessels with crew or take boasts out on their own.
Virgin Islands Ecotours offers guided trips on two man sit-atop ocean kayaks with stops for swimming and snorkeling. These kayak trips are an excellent way to explore the island's waters and beaches.
Families will, also, enjoy the ability to take inexpensive ferries to neighboring islands such as St. John and Tortola in the British Virgin Islands.
The preferred accommodations for families on St. Thomas are private villa rentals which provide all of the comforts of home as well as private swimming pools which are always crowd pleasers. Families will find full sized homes complete with full kitchens, entertainment areas as well as multiple bedrooms so everyone has some privacy. Villas Caribe offers a lovely collection of private villa rentals.
Villa Diva is lovely hideaway set on a lush hill and offering panoramic views of famous Magen's Bay. The villa is built as two pavilions that are separated by a covered walkway, hot tub and swimming pool. The interiors are spacious and tastefully decorated. The home features three air-conditioned bedrooms and three baths. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/villa-diva
The enchantment villa is a gated property located in the exclusive Estate Peterborg area of the island and offers exceptional ocean views. The home is spacious and almost 8,000 square feet and prides itself on privacy and comfort. Villa Enchantment offer eight air-conditioned bedroom suites and eight bathrooms. Outside, the villa boasts a lovely private swimming pool complete with built in table and sun umbrella. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/villa-enchantment
The Moonlight villa is located within the prestigious Mahogany Run Golf Course community. It is nestled on a secluded hillside and offers mesmerizing ocean views. Moonlight is built on two levels and is fully air-conditioned. The interiors feature tiled floors and stylish furnishings. The home has three bedroom and three and one half baths. Outside, is a comfortable deck and private swimming pool. http://stthomas.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/moonlight
St. Thomas is an excellent choice for active families looking for a variety of land and sea activities.
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