What is the best way to get to St. John from St. Thomas?
What is the best way to get to St. John from St. Thomas? John — home of the sprawling Virgin Islands National Park — the stunning island is easy to reach from St. Thomas via the Cyril E. King Airport and ferry services. The many ferry options include passenger ferry, car barge, water taxi and boat charter, leaving from Red Hook, Charlotte Amalie and Crown Bay Marina.
How do you get around St Thomas without a car?
Public transportation services are available in St. Thomas through the bus system and safari bus routes. The fares are $1 per person but routes are limited.
Are taxis in St. Thomas cash only?
Some taxis accept credit cards, but the majority of taxis in St. Thomas are cash only.
Do you tip taxi drivers in St Thomas?
Tipping is the same as the US or Europe - 15% of your restaurant check, more if service has been exceptional. An extra dollar or two for your taxi driver is fine, more if he/she handles bags or conducts a good island tour. Being thoughtful and considerate is appreciated anywhere in the world.
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.
How much is a water taxi from St. Thomas to St. John?
Enjoy an exclusive smooth ride to St. John with Dolphin. We will take care of you from baggage claim to Cruz Bay or The Westin. A flat rate of $390 one way with each additional person $78.
How do you spend a day in St. John?
- Trunk Bay beach, St John.
- The St John ferry dock in Cruz Bay.
- The view from the Trunk Bay overlook.
- Trunk Bay taxi in parking lot.
- Inside a doorway at the Cinnamon Bay Sugar Factory.
- Happy hour is from 3-7pm daily at The Beach Bar.
- High Tide is located right beside the ferry dock.