Which is better to visit St. Thomas or St. Croix?

Thomas, the most developed, is brimming with activities and world-class shopping. St. Croix, bigger but sleepier, is the place to go for diving, snorkeling, and beach life. Both extend a warm welcome and both have interesting culture away from the beach.



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10 Best Beaches in the U.S. Virgin Islands
  • Magens Bay Beach, St Thomas.
  • Trunk Bay Beach, St John.
  • Salt Pond Beach, St John.
  • Sandy Point Beach, St Croix.
  • Turtle Beach, St Croix.
  • Maho Bay Beach, St John.
  • Honeymoon Beach, St John.
  • Hawksnest Beach, St John.


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St Thomas to St Croix Day Trip. The schedule from St Thomas to St Croix has been specifically designed to make day trips and short weekend or midweek breaks an easy possibility. If you take the Friday morning 8.00 AM service from Charlotte Amalie to Christiansted, you'll arrive in St Croix around 10.00 AM.

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The largest of the US Virgin Islands, Saint Croix boasts the clearest turquoise blue water, sink your toes in sand, eclectic Caribbean cuisines and rich history and culture. There is so much to see and explore, we advise at least a week-long stay.

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British Virgin Islands Travelers 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.

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As you see on the St. Croix beaches map, Sandy Point Beach is located on the West End of St Croix and the best on the island for long walks. Simply put, this beach is absolutely stunning and ranked in the top 5 of all best US Virgin Islands beaches.

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Some have smooth sandy bottoms ideal for swimming, and others have rock and coral-lined entries perfect for snorkeling! A visit to St. Croix isn't complete without a visit to some of its spectacular beaches, there are to many to choose from.

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FAQs About Traveling to the US Virgin Islands on The Cheap The cheapest Virgin Island to stay at is St. Thomas, as it has the largest airport, most conveniences, public transit, and many options for stay. See our guide to where to stay on St. Thomas.

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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.

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St Croix has no more of a crime problem than any other tourist destination. That is not to say there is no crime on the island, of course, St. Croix, like anywhere, is not crime free, so just take normal precautions. Almost 100% of the crime is locals against locals.

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Puerto Rico is considered a generally safe destination for travelers with a relatively low crime rate and a strong police presence in tourist areas. Over 10,000 police officers serve in The PRPD. Puerto Rico has a low crime rate and is one of the safest Caribbean islands, even safer than The U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Here are some of the best Virgin Islands to visit on your next vacation.
  • St. Thomas. Magens Bay, St. ...
  • St. John. Honeymoon Beach, St. ...
  • St. Croix. Buck Island, St. ...
  • Tortola. Road Town, Tortola. ...
  • Virgin Gorda. Virgin Gorda Baths.


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Taxes on beer, wine, and spirits in the US Virgin Islands is very low. In particular, you will find that spirits are much more favorably priced than elsewhere. You can take take 6 bottles back with you as long as one of the bottles is a product made in the Virgin Islands such as rum.

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