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U.S. Virgin Islands

U.S. Virgin Islands

The U.S. Virgin Islands are made up of St. Thomas, St. John, and the larger St. Croix. Also known as America's Caribbean, USVI has it all, including beautiful destination weddings on the beach. Each island is unique and has its own beauty. St. Croix has interesting architecture and rain forests. St. John is the smallest and is covered by a national park. St. Thomas has one of the finest beaches in the Caribbean and all the activities to go with it.

Highlights
The unique culture and history of the USVI reflect the West African, Danish, Spanish, Irish, Polish, and German heritage of those who have made the U.S. Virgin Islands their home since the late 1400s. The rhythms and lyrics of Virgin Island music—including calypso, cariso, soca, reggae, and steel pan melodies—are colorful reminders of its past.

There are dozens of cultural events that take place each year such as: The Three Kings' Day festival on St. Croix, St. John's Fourth of July celebration, and St. Thomas' annual Carnival.

Geography/Environment
What more could you want on an island paradise than rain forests, beaches, exotic sea life and a national park? If this sounds good, then you can find your honeymoon destination in the USVI.
Activities
The USVI are some of the best equipped islands in the Caribbean, they offer you many options. You can play a round of golf or a few sets of tennis, scuba dive, shop, snorkel, go horseback riding, and then relax on the perfect white sand beaches.
Climate and Weather
The weather is not only beautiful but also very consistent. Average temperatures are in the 80ºsF during the day and 70ºsF at night. It is a little cooler December-February and the rainy and hurricane season is June-November.

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