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St. Thomas

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St. Thomas

A St. Thomas honeymoon combines the natural beauty of the islands with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. When walking in the port city of Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the US Virgin Islands, you will see why it has the reputation as the shopping mecca of the Caribbean. Yet evidence of tropical paradise is never far from view, with spectacular emerald hills or deep blue ocean waters in every direction. Proximity to neighboring Virgin Islands (British, US) make St. Thomas a perfect honeymoon base.

Highlights
Warm sun, beautiful beaches, snorkeling, scuba diving, shopping, and an island full of history and fun. Elegant dining, exciting nightlife, and world-class duty-free shopping are abundant in its' capital Charlotte Amalie.
Geography/Environment
A mountainous island, St. Thomas offers stunning vistas in almost every direction. While Charlotte Amalie is full of energy, St. Thomas also provides natural wonders such as the indescribably beautiful Magens Bay and stunning views of the Caribbean from 1,500 feet above sea level. Drake's Seat is particularly famous for its vistas
Activities
Beautiful white sand beaches, excellent shopping at great prices, fabulous resorts and great dining, capital is Charlotte Amalie, and of course the rich history. Try to picture the past; complete with forts, plantations, warehouses and pirates, among the many other images. Sports and activities are abundant on St. Thomas. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the George and Tom Fazio-designed Mahogany Run course. St. Thomas is also well known for its world-class yachting and sportfishing.
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