The Virgin Islands are a major tourist attraction; most are drawn there because of the fabulous beaches. The beaches are a vacation getaway paradise, from the white sand to the beautiful blue of the ocean. Without a doubt, the U.S. Virgin Islands has a beach to suite every person’s individual preferences. All of the beaches in the Virgin Islands are open to the public. If a tourist prefers a more secluded spot, there are private resorts areas that you can purchase. While very expensive, they are popular for those who think their privacy is worth any amount of money. Most celebrities who come to the Virgin Islands select private resorts so they can be left alone while enjoying the area. 

The beaches in the Virgin Islands have different laws, and tourists need to make sure they are familiar with them. For example, many of us love to pick up seashells as we walk along the beach. This is called shelling in the Virgin Islands, and it is illegal. It is also illegal to remove sea fans and living coral from the beach as well.

There are many beaches in St. John.  Caneel Bay, Hawksnest Bay, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Maho Bay, Francis Bay and Leinster Bay are the most popular beaches on the North shore. Leinster Bay Trail to Watermelon Cay offers you a leisurely walk to the swim area.

St. Thomas also has several beaches for your enjoyment including Bluebeard’s Beach, Coki Beach, Hull Bay, Limetree Beach, Magens Bay, Morningstar Beach, Sapphire Beach, Vessup Bay, Buccaneer, Cane Bay, Chenay Bay Beach, Colony Cove Beach, Columbus Landing Beach, and Cormorant Beach Club. Each beach offers some unique features, so research them before you travel to find the ones best suited for you.

Everyone knows the importance of protecting your skin in the sun and wearing sunscreen. Tourist must remember that the sun in the Caribbean is very different then in the United States. You can get sunburn after only thirty minutes in the sun here. It is very important to have a high quality sunscreen and wear a hat. Sunscreen for children is very important as well.  The hottest time of the day here is the mid-afternoon. Make sure you are well prepared for it. You don’t want your vacation ruined because you got too much sun. If you forget your skin care items, this tourist area has everything you might need for sale.

Entertainment in the Virgin Islands offers you a variety of fun. From shopping, eating dinner on the beach, watching the sunset, hitting the night clubs, going out dancing, or attending a fun event, there is something for everyone. The summers’ most spectacular scene in the Virgin Islands is the Fourth of July Festival on the island of St. John. Tourists book their hotels 6 months in advance to be able to attend that festival.