How long should I stay on St John?

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.



To fully experience the natural beauty and laid-back pace of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands, a stay of 5 to 7 days is highly recommended. Because two-thirds of the island is protected as a National Park, the primary attractions are the pristine beaches and extensive hiking trails. A week-long trip allows you to spend several days beach-hopping along the North Shore—visiting icons like Trunk Bay and Maho Bay—while still leaving time for a boat charter to explore the surrounding cays or a day trip to the British Virgin Islands. It also provides enough buffer to explore the quieter "Coral Bay" side of the island and hike the Reef Bay Trail to see historic sugar mill ruins and petroglyphs. Staying for at least 5 days ensures you aren't rushed by the ferry logistics from St. Thomas and can truly sink into "island time," enjoying sunset dinners in Cruz Bay and morning snorkels before the midday crowds arrive via the safari taxis.

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Out of the three U.S. Virgin Islands, visiting Saint John was the highlight for me: there are lots of trails to hike, tons of beaches to enjoy, plentiful snorkeling opportunities, delicious and affordable food, and a rocking nightlife.

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Thomas can be slightly less expensive overall than St. John. It's a bit easier to work within a budget on St. Thomas where you don't have to necessarily rent a car, you have different hotel tiers to choose from, and you have access to cheaper food options (in both restaurants and the larger grocery stores).

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St John would be my choice, but St Thomas has nice beaches too. I like St John because it is a quiet and more natural island, St Thomas is a busier and more developed island. One advantage that St Thomas has over St John is the ability to stay directly on a beach at affordable rates.

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Yes St. John is very safe from violent crime, not to be confused with St. Thomas where no one would recommend walking the beaches at night.

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You should plan to spend around $192 per day on your vacation in Saint John, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $56 on meals for one day and $49 on local transportation.

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Tortola. The British Virgin Islands is home to some of the prettiest islands in the Caribbean, with Tortola being the largest. If you're looking to watch the waves roll in with a tropical drink in hand, look no further.

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Fall. September, October, and November are the USVI's rainiest months. In fall, average precipitation increases to five inches (127mm) per month in St. Croix, rising to six inches (152 mm) per month in St.

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