St John is a perennial favorite on most of the Best Destinations Lists. With over 2/3rds of St John island under the protection of the Virgin Islands National Park … guests will enjoy beautiful beaches, miles of hiking trails, and explore early plantation-era ruins that dot the island. Island activities include ecotours, kayaking, SUP / standup paddle boarding, windsurfing, fishing charters, snorkeling and diving! You’ll also find a wonderful selection of shops, island bars and restaurants! Here are some of our favorites ..
ST JOHN INFORMATION
St John Beach Guide – Check out the over 3 dozen beautiful St John beaches! This site includes some great pictures, maps and snorkeling information. Visit: www.StJohn-BeachGuide.com
St John Tradewinds – Island news, information and goings-on! Visit: www.StJohnTradewinds.com
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Private Airport Transportation – Great for groups, families and wedding parties! Book online. Reserve To + From Cyril E King Airport (STT) to Red Hook ferry. And reserve your return from Red Hook to Cyrl E King Airport (STT). Convenient, non-stop service, no baggage fees!
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DRUG STORE / PHARMACY
Chelsea Drug Store – Located on the 2nd Flr of the Marketplace. Pharmacy, water sports gear, beach toys, suntan lotions, soaps, shampoos and more!
ST JOHN ACTIVITIES & SNORKEL GEAR RENTALS
VI Ecotours – A huge selection of kayak, hike and snorkel adventures on St Thomas and St John. Check them out here: www.VIEcotours.com
SUP St John – From beginner to professional SUP boards and gear rental. Owner, Lucy, also provides lessons! Check them out here: www.SUP-StJohn.com
Beach Bums – Located near the ferry dock in Cruz Bay. Beach Bums sells all sorts of water sports gear and rentals. Check them out here: www.StJohnBeachBum.com
Chelsea Drug Store – Located on the 2nd Flr of the Marketplace. Pharmacy, water sports gear, beach toys, suntan lotions, soaps, shampoos and more!
CHARTERS
Local Flavors Charters – Join St Johnian Capt Cleve aboard his 26′ Angler Limited Edition for a 1/2 or full day, snorkeling, fishing, BVI trips. Get teh details here: www.localflavorcharters.com
Sunshine Daydream Boat Charter – World Cat 270SD, up to 10 guests, Coast Guard Certified, trips to USVI and BVIs. Check them out here: www.SunshineDayDreamsVI.com
RockHoppin’ Adventures – Power boat charter, St John and BVI tours. Snorkeling, SUP. Check them out here: www.RockHoppin.com
HIKING INFORMATION
With miles and miles of hiking trails inside the VI National Park – you’ll need to visit St John several times to hike them all. But here’s a good TOP 10 LIST.
RESTAURANT + BAR GUIDE
There are plenty of fun, funky and upscale places to eat, drink and hangout on St John. Whatever your mood. Whatever your budget … Check out this St John Bar + Restaurant Guide for locations and descriptions.
A few of our favorites:
FINE DINING
Ocean 362 – Cruz Bay, “island to table” cuisine, seafood, beef, chicken, lamb / $$$$
Morgan’s Mango – Cruz Bay, Caribbean Lobster, Seafood / Caribbean $$$$
La Tapa – Cruz Bay, Seafood / Mediterranean / Spanish $$$$
Extra Virgin Bistro – Cruz Bay, Seafood, Italian, American $$$$
CASUAL DINING + DRINKS
The Beach Bar – Cruz Bay / Wharfside, pub menu and island drinks on the beach/$$