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The U.S. Virgin Islands continually top lists highlightingthe best islandsand beaches in the Caribbean.

The park sprawls across most ofSt.

A journey through Virgin Islands National Park is both breathtakingly beautiful and culturally enlightening.

elevated view of Cinnamon Bay, St. John

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Her tip is to visit the Overlooks along North Shore Road for great photos.

There’s also an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner daily.

St. John Villa Rentals

Most travelers to St. John want a full kitchen and private living space.

Curving and mountainous landscape of the US Virgin Islands National park

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Plus, it was named one of thebest new hotels of 2022byT+L editors and was theU.S.

Virgin Islands first new-build hotel in over 30 years.

Hawksnest Bay

Looking for more snorkeling spots?

USA, Virgin Islands, St John, Annaberg, sugar plantation ruins

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AddHawksnest Bayto your list.

The bay boasts federally-protected Elkhorn coral reefs and a population of hawksbill and green turtles.

A long, white-sand beach lines the shore, although it can disappear with the tides.

Ruins at Cinnamon Bay Beach, St. John

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Jolly Dog Ltd.

Forgot your swimsuit?

Need some more sunscreen or a wide-brimmed hat?Jolly Doghas you covered.

Jolly Dog is located in the heart of Coral Bay.

Sail boats docked in a cove along St John

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The shop showcases locally themed jewelry made by talented U.S. Virgin Islands artists.

Included in the collection are pieces inspired by fishing, hurricanes, and petroglyphs.

Guests sit on lily pads with their feet in the water and are served via floating trays.

Trunk Bay Beach in St. John Virgin Islands

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The taco menu is only topped by their cocktail list, which includes plenty of cooling, fruity options.

The menu includes everything from traditional cheese and pepperoni to their take on pineapple and meat-lovers pizzas.

To get there, hop on a boat from Cruz Bay and come hungry.

View of islands behind pink flowers

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Selinger claims the islands best is found atThe Longboard, which serves the cocktail frozen.

How to Get There

Theres a reason why the U.S. Virgin Islands are a favorite among Americans.

Croix)and then hop on a passenger ferry to St. John.

you’re able to also charter a boat.

To that end, most people rent a car on St. John.

We recommend renting a Jeep or a four-wheel-drive vehicle with plenty of clearance.

BothLionel Jeep RentalandCourtesy Car & Jeep Rentalare reliable and have fleets of four-wheel-drive vehicles.