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!
CATERING / PRIVATE CHEF
Passion Fruit Chefs – Catering, Chef Services, Weddings and special events. Contact: www.passionfruitchefs.com
ST JOHN ACTIVITIES & SNORKEL GEAR RENTALS
VI Ecotours – A huge selection of kayak, hike and snorkel adventures on St Thomas and St John. They also run the Honeymoon Beach Hut and Bikinis Beach Bar on Honeymoon Beach, 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
Blue Line Charters – Enjoy a day of snorkeling or island-hop in the BVIs aboard a Poseidon 37′ Midnight Express or a 27′ Glacier Bay. Get the details here: www.bluelineyachtcharters.com
Calichi Charters – Enjoy a day of pampered exploration aboard a 53′ Sunseeker Portofino. Powered by twin 800 HP Turbo diesels, capable of 23 knots, allows for St John snorkeling and BVI destinations! Get the details here: calichi-stj.com/charters/calichi
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 the 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
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
Morgan’s Mango – Cruz Bay, Caribbean Lobster, Seafood / Caribbean $$$$
La Tapa – Cruz Bay, Seafood / Mediterranean / Spanish $$$$
Extra Virgin Bistro – Cruz Bay, Seafood, Italian, American $$$$
CASUAL DINING + DRINKS
The Beach Bar – Cruz Bay / Wharfside, pub menu and island drinks on the beach/$$
The Danforth Restaurant – Isola Shoppes, Coral Bay – Caribbean and American dishes / $$$