Saint Thomas - Beach Information - Fun Things to Do - Tips
St. Thomas, gateway island of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean, is known for its beaches, snorkeling and sportfishing. Charlotte Amalie, the territorial capital founded by the Danish in the 1600s, is a busy cruise ship port with high-end restaurants and shopping. Historic buildings include a 1679 Danish watchtower popularly called BlackbeardÂ’s Castle as a reference to the areaÂ’s 17th-19th-century pirate history.
St. Thomas, gateway island of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean, is known for its beaches, snorkeling and sportfishing. Charlotte Amalie, the territorial capital founded by the Danish in the 1600s, is a busy cruise ship port with high-end restaurants and shopping. Historic buildings include a 1679 Danish watchtower popularly called BlackbeardÂ’s Castle as a reference to the areaÂ’s 17th-19th-century pirate history.