Category Archives: St. John

Underwater Photography in the Virgin Islands

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Sea Monkey

The University of Miami has just handed out its 2012 amateur photography award for underwater photography, and the winning snapshot was taken here in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Photographer Ximena Olds took the winning photograph of a tiny sea slug. … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Tennis in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Sea Monkey

Golfers travel all over the world to play the sport they love on different courses in different countries, so why not tennis players? At the recent U.S. Open in New York, the U.S. Virgin Islands lead the way in a … Continue reading →

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New Reasons to Consider a Caribbean Villa

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Sea Monkey

The global tourism market has been through some rough times over the past few years, but there is still lots of growth and plenty of new reasons to consider renting a Caribbean villa. There are new airports, new ferry runs, … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Fishing Trip in the Virgin Islands!

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Sea Monkey

It’s time for the ultimate fishing trip!   Sport fishermen from all over the world are coming to the U.S. Virgin Islands for the 39th annual USVI Open/Atlantic Blue Marlin Tournament. From August 10th to August 14th, fishermen will hit the … Continue reading →

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Portraits of the Virgin Islands

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Sea Monkey

If you’re coming to the U.S. Virgin Islands, make sure to stop by a fantastic new photography exhibit showcasing the warm and wonderful people who make these islands their home. The Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in Fredericksted on St. … Continue reading →

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Making the List: The U.S. Virgin Islands is named a “Best Vacation Destination in the USA”!

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Sea Monkey

Congratulations to the U.S. Virgin Islands, which was just chosen as one of the best vacation destinations in the United States! The people on this stunning island retreat couldn’t be more thrilled! For the first time ever, the U.S. News … Continue reading →

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Celebrate St. John Festival at a Virgin Islands Villa

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Sea Monkey

There’s always a good reason to book a Virgin Islands villa and participate in seasonal activities on the island of St. John, and one of the most fun reasons is just around the corner. You can’t say you’ve really partied … Continue reading →

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Snorkeling Island Retreats in St. John

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Coral Carib

Because I am staying at the beautiful Soft Winds villa on St. John, I have access to some of the best island retreats for snorkeling in the world. Every time I snorkel off this island, I see something new. Yesterday, … Continue reading →

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