Is it cheaper to stay on St Thomas or St. John?
Is it cheaper to stay on St Thomas or St. John? Thomas can be slightly less expensive overall than St. John. It's a bit easier to work within a budget on St. Thomas where you don't have to necessarily rent a car, you have different hotel tiers to choose from, and you have access to cheaper food options (in both restaurants and the larger grocery stores).
What is the cheapest way to travel in St. Thomas?
The Virgin Islands public transit system in St. Thomas is called VITRAN. The bus fare is $1, and there are discounted fares for seniors and students with ID.
Is St John Virgin Islands expensive?
You should plan to spend around $192 per day on your vacation in Saint John, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $56 on meals for one day and $49 on local transportation.
Is it worth going to St Johns?
Out of the three U.S. Virgin Islands, visiting Saint John was the highlight for me: there are lots of trails to hike, tons of beaches to enjoy, plentiful snorkeling opportunities, delicious and affordable food, and a rocking nightlife.
Which of the Virgin islands is the prettiest?
Tortola. The British Virgin Islands is home to some of the prettiest islands in the Caribbean, with Tortola being the largest. If you're looking to watch the waves roll in with a tropical drink in hand, look no further.
Is St. Thomas nicer than St John?
St John would be my choice, but St Thomas has nice beaches too. I like St John because it is a quiet and more natural island, St Thomas is a busier and more developed island. One advantage that St Thomas has over St John is the ability to stay directly on a beach at affordable rates.
What is the best month to go to St. Thomas?
Between December and February is the best time to go to St. Thomas. Temperatures are pleasant, averaging 79? (26?). December can see some rain, mainly in the form of short, sharp late afternoon showers as humidity builds up, but this decreases through January and February.
Is St. Thomas expensive to eat?
Food in St. Thomas is EXPENSIVE as all food is imported and very little, if anything is grown locally.
What is the cheapest US territory to visit?
1. The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Welcome to the largest of the U.S. territories, my favorite U.S. territory. Holding more people than all other territories combined, Puerto Rico (PR) also happens to be the cheapest territory for travelers, which makes it perfect for those who prefer spending more on adventures.
Is St Johns costly?
Tuition at St. John's College is $37,842 for undergraduates during the 2023–24 academic year, and tuition for graduate programs is between $10,338 and $20,682 per semester. St.
How many days in St. Thomas is enough?
If you could spend a week in St Thomas or the area, then go for it. There's plenty to do if you love beaches, hiking, and nature across St Thomas, Water Island, and St John. However, if you have a job and are only traveling every weekend, then 4 days may be enough.
Why is food in St. Thomas so expensive?
Some of the high prices are due to inflation, supply chain issues, and yes, living or vacationing on an island. We've gotten in the habit of eating breakfast and lunch at our vacation villa and having dinner out.