I've heard that St. Thomas is dirty and unsafe. Is this true? Can anyone give me any suggestions about where to stay, things to do, where we can rent scooters? Any info would help.
2007-02-13 12:49:05 · 6 answers · asked by mowree 1 in Travel ➔ Caribbean ➔ Virgin Islands
It is safe in the daytime but not a place to venture out alone at night. The island is remarkably clean compared to other islands. Scooters can be rented in Charlotte Amalie. Driving is on the left side. Look into renting a private villa. You have your own house and private pool. Hit the beaches, take a ferry ride to St. John and snorkel there, shop in Charlotte Amalie.
2007-02-14 04:37:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As Laura said I would look at St. john over St. Thomas. St. Thomas is a cruise ship stop so their economy pretty much revolves around that which means that if there are no ships that day then everything is pretty much closed and if there are ships that day then it is packed. And choosing between ST. John and Maui I would pick the one that is closer because they are pretty similar overall. If you go to ST. John then try to stay at Caneel Bay. It is awesome.
2016-03-29 05:34:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a couple of scooter rental stores. They are not going to have websites that you can look at. Once you get to St Thomas anyone will be able to give your thier names and phone #'s.
As far as things to do...
American-Caribbean Museum of St. Thomas
Charlotte Amalie
340- 714-5150
more information
Come to the American-Caribbean Historical Museum and Exhibits, in St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, an interactive and fun filled museum that offers life-like historical figures that explain Virgin Islands history and its relationship with America and Europe.
Guided tours, in both English and Spanish. Open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Conveniently located in downtown Charlotte Amalie at 32 Raadets Gade, steps away from shopping and near the waterfront and Main Street
Elderly and children friendly in air-conditioned comfort. A guided tour comfortably takes you through the museum. Hotel and cruise ship discounts are available. Group rates are available for convention goers and groups that visit the Virgin Islands. Museum hours can be flexible for your needs and the Museum can be rented for special events.
Tickets can be purchased at a discount through the web. Ticket prices on the web: $7:00 for adults, $3.50 for children.
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Coral World
6450 Estate Smith Bay
St. Thomas, VI 00802
340-775-1555
888-695-2073
www.CoralWorldVI.com
Coral World is a fun, interactive place for the entire family with lots of things todo! Everyone loves our "touch tanks" where you can touch a LIVE starfish and other sea life. We have several pools of stingrays, turtles and sharks. Become mesmermized as you walk inside our aquariums as the fish swim and play around you.
Want a little more adventure? Try your hand at kayaking, snorkeling, snuba or Sea Trekkin'. What- youhave never heard of snuba or Sea Trekkin'? Check out our website for more info.
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Mountain Top
340-774-2400
website
See & be seen with our live WEBCAM at St. Thomas's most spectacular & panoramic views of Magen's Bay and over 20 Virgin Islands. Experience the best Duty Free Shopping in the most unusual & unique boutiques of the Caribbean. Enjoy a World Famous Banana Daiquiri -over 6 million served to date! At the Islands highest elevation of 1547 feet Mountaintop is St. Thomas's oldest tourist attraction.
Unique shopping is available at World Famous Mountain Top, from T-shirts and post cards to fine jewelry and watches. You can find it all at the top of the mountain. You can even get a bottle of Gone Bananas™ the secret premix for World Famous Mountain Top Banana Daiquiris to take home with you.
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Mahogany Run Golf Course
#1 Mahogany Run Road
340-777-6250
Toll Free 800-253-7103
www.MahoganyRunGolf.com
For golfers, the thrill of a lifetime awaits at Mahogany Run Golf Course. This 6,022-yard, par-70 course, designed by George and Tom Fazio, offers 18 of the most beautiful holes in the Caribbean, culminating in the spectacular “Devil’s Triangle,” the world renowned Signature trio of the 13th, 14th and 15th holes on the Atlantic Ocean. Please see our website for a tour of the course, rates and tee times.
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Skyride to Paradise Point
9617Estate Thomas
St. Thomas, VI 00802
340-774-9809
www.StThomasSkyride.com
St. Thomas Skyride whisks you 700 ft. above the town of Charlotte Amalie. As one of the "must do" attractions in Caribbean, the skyride carries 24 passengers every seven minutes along its 8 tower ascent of Flag Hill. Once you "Ride the View" to paradise. Paradise Point the true meaning of limin' is revealed, high above the hustle and bustle of St. Thomas Harbor. Slowly wander our Nature Trail & enjoy the local flora & fauna. Don't miss the view from our Wedding Gazebo. Grab your camera, breathtaking photos are guaranteed all over the property. No matter whether its a quick one hour stop or your destination for the day, be sure to enjoy a long cool drink on our observation deck...this might not be the end of the world, but you can see it from here! Work up an appetite while you hunt for Caribbean treasures in our unique shops. During a midday break, you'll find everything from a light snack to a full lunch on our delicious menu.
2007-02-13 16:28:39 · answer #3 · answered by msu_milk_chocolate 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
visited there on a cruise. the people were wonderful. had a cab driver give us a tour. told us about all the pirate history. absolutely beautiful.
2007-02-13 12:58:41 · answer #4 · answered by catwoman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
actully is not true cuz im from there born an raised an i never lived or stayed in ah dirty place so whom ever told you that is ah dam lie
2007-02-14 13:40:48 · answer #5 · answered by rockcitygul 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I went there on a cruise and it was like heaven!!! The people are so friendly and great and the food is awesome! you should really go there.
2007-02-14 04:24:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋