How do you get from one island to another in the Virgin Islands?
There are three convenient ways to island hop; take a boat charter, use a ferry or fly between the islands. Below you will find a brief description of each island with links to more information on each island.
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Taking a ferry boat is an affordable way to travel among the U.S. Virgin Islands and to the British Virgin Islands for a daytrip. Boats frequently leave from the Red Hook dock in St. Thomas heading to Cruz Bay, St. John or Tortola, BVI, and there are usually charters that shuttle between St.
Public TransportationThe Vitran Bus System services various areas of the island and usually runs Monday - Friday. Vitran buses run along Centerline Road. The buses travel from the Cruz Bay ferry dock, through to Coral Bay, Salt Pond Bay and back to Cruz Bay.
What is the cheapest Virgin Island to stay at? If you're looking to save on your trip, you may want to consider the cheapest virgin island to stay at. St.Thomas is your best bet if you're looking for savings.
For visitors who wish to take in the sights, a variety of options exist. You can enjoy an island tour via safari bus or taxi, rent a car or motor bike, or travel on the Vitran public bus system.
Public transportation services are available in St. Thomas through the bus system and safari bus routes. The fares are $1 per person but routes are limited.
If you plan to visit St. Thomas and St. John, I recommend spending one week in the US Virgin Islands. With 7 days, you have 2 days for travel time plus 5 days on the islands, which is plenty of time to visit the beaches, go snorkeling or take a boat cruise, and do a little hiking.
Although it's the largest of the three islands, St.Croix sees the fewest tourists, making it a great destination if you want a less commercialized Caribbean experience.
British Virgin IslandsTravelers can feel incredibly secure on the four main islands of Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, and Anegada. Whether you're into snorkeling, scuba, sailing, or sinking a few cold ones at a beachside dive, the British Virgin Islands have a laid-back island life waiting for you.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price. High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is September.
St.John has the best beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the best hiking in the whole archipelago. Accommodations range from beachfront campgrounds to high-end resorts. Laid-back Cruz Bay and Coral Bay provide an antidote to the outdoors with funky shops, hip restaurants, and buzzing bars.
While many places on island accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express), there are many venues which will only accept cash (taxis, ferry terminals, customs docks, and some vendors and restaurants).
The safest island in the Caribbean is St.Barts. But Anguilla, the Cayman Islands, and the Virgin Islands are also comparatively safe Caribbean destinations. Notably, though the Bahamas are a popular destination, they're also one of the most unsafe islands in the Caribbean.
Island hopping across the Caribbean is expensive and challenging due to a lack of daily flights. However, you can enjoy a relatively affordable island-hopping vacation if you stick to particular areas.