St Thomas is known as the shopping capital of the Caribbean, offering duty free shopping in downtown Charlotte Amalie, just 30 minutes away. New restaurants and stores in the newly opened Yacht Harbor Grande or shop in Havensight and Crown Bay, where the cruise ships dock. There is a dive shop on site. A jet ski rental booth is located just across the road, opposite the beach and a few vendors rent snorkel gear, floats and noodles. The island has long been know for it’s great bargain shopping. Each adult can return to the states with $1200 and 6 bottles of liquor (one must be an island spirit) duty free.
This area has a beautiful shopping mall and restaurant where they serve the world’s most famous Bannana Daiquiri. Over looking the Atlantic Ocean from the Mountain Top, you will be able to see Magens Bay beach, which ranked as one of the top ten (10) beaches in the world. Thomas tours will not be complete without shopping (you ladies know what I am talking about) at the hundreds of jewelry and gift shops on Main street downtown, at the flea market, and Havensight shopping mall. Thomas’ nearby attractions such as Coral World, or indulge in the Caribbean’s best duty-free shopping right in the center of Charlotte Amalie. St Thomas has an endless variety of entertainment and restaurants to choose from, some only steps from your condominium.
And, this is all before you head out to do some water sports at the onsite Sapphire Beach Marina, world-class shopping , or other island activities. St Thomas offers renown duty-free shopping, breathtaking beaches, championship golf and nonstop nightlife. John is a nature lover’s dream with over half of the island covered by a national park.
There is a beach bar, restaurant, water sports booth and gift shop by the beach. The water sports booth offers wind surfing, kayaks, jet skis and parasailing making Sapphire a perfect beach for relaxing and for enjoying water sports. Red Hook provides all conveniences and grocery shopping, along with many additional dining options. With incredible beaches and world class duty free shopping in the scenic capital of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas offers Caribbean vacations with something for everyone.
Catch a $1- $2 “safari” (taxi) from the top of the hill for shopping or sightseeing in Havensight, Charlotte Amalie or anywhere on the island. Guests may take advantage of an included rental car* for two days to stock up on condo provisions, dine out at nearby restaurants, explore the island and do some duty-free shopping. Regularly scheduled evening dinner shuttles will be available to popular video lottery terminals “casino” and restaurants at the nearby Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort. The capital is known for its delightful shops and patios, winding streets, and Old World Continental flavor.
Two beachside restaurants, entertainment and shops are just a short walk away. There are beautiful beaches, first class resorts, all kinds of sporting activities, excellent restaurants and, of course, incredible shopping opportunities. Thomas villa guests enjoy a wide array of wonderful villa selections. Away from the hustle and bustle of the main port, yet less than 20 minutes away from the best shopping area in the Caribbean- the capital city of Charlotte Amalie. The town of Red Hook is a mere 5 minutes away by car or taxi, and from there you can catch the 20 minute ferry ride to St. Thomas.
