White Bay, located on the idyllic island of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands, is not only famous for its stunning beaches and azure waters but also for its vibrant bar and restaurant scene. As you stroll along the shores of this picturesque bay, you’ll encounter a diverse array of dining establishments, each […]
What To Do VI likes to provide resources that we find useful (even if those are in our same realm of services offered). The Virgin Islands at it’s core is about inclusivity, togetherness and acceptance, it is one of the reasons we were drawn to the place and have a love for the islands and […]
Are you in the Virgin Islands and looking for a photographer for your business? Or perhaps you are a visitor and want to take home some memories from your trip done by a local pro? Better yet you are researching your options for weddings and need a local photographer that knows all the right locations. […]
Steel drum melodies and aromas of curry chicken, smoky barbecue and conch fritters build layer upon layer as the people of St. Thomas prepare for the expected return of visitors. Excitement is in the air. Now that travel to the Virgin Islands is accessible with the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, a return to normality is […]
A Sophisticated Rum Shop in Frenchtown There’s a new restaurant in town by the popular restauranteur’s JP and Jess DeJongh, owners of the delicious Sabroso restaurant, and they are opening their doors for a grand opening Friday, May 21, 2021. de Frenchtown Bar is a brand new concept serving up rum and tasty beverages (of […]
We are picking back up our PEOPLE Powered Profiles segment and covering local business owners and entrepreneurs who are making their mark and doing big things in the USVI (yes, even despite this global pandemic). The first in our batch is a young woman and resident of St. Thomas who has recently launched a new […]
*Please see current guidelines and recommendations at the USVI Travel Portal Website A Few things to Expect when Traveling to The Virgin Islands AT YOUR DEPARTING AIRPORT 1. You must wear a face mask. 2. The CDC recommends travelers to wash their hands directly before and after completing the security screening process and that […]
Back in September of 2017, those tested by the devastating hurricanes Irma and Maria were stunned by all the damage. What we might have once taken for granted, was shockingly gone. As much as we try to describe the powerful forces of Mother Nature to others, no one would truly understand the magnitude unless they […]
The world as we know it (or knew it) has been ripped from beneath us like a rug. We recognize that these are scary times and the uncertainty is draining us all. It is important to maintain our health now more than ever and to be overly cautious about spreading germs throughout the island and […]
THE ROCK IS FORMED The U.S. Virgin Islands, known as “America’s Paradise” has a long, complicated and quite interesting history. Geologists believe that 100 million years ago, the earth’s crust (tectonic plates) began shifting enough to cause the eruption of the volcano that created St. Thomas. Once the lava cooled (about 22 million years ago) […]
The Best Grocery Stores in the Virgin Islands Whether you live on the islands or are visiting, it’s important to find the right grocery store to meet your needs—especially if you’re watching your wallet. The majority of produce, meat, dry goods, dairy, and other products in Virgin Island grocery stores must be shipped in. This […]
Welcome to Boaters Paradise The Virgin Islands has earned this affectionate nickname owing to its crystal-clear waters, calm seas, and myriad picturesque bays and cays that have graced many a stateside resident’s screensaver for decades. When visiting the Virgin Islands and planning vacation activities, renting a charter boat for the day is regarded as a […]
The hurricanes that hit the Virgin Islands almost exactly two years ago left an everlasting impact on the islands and the people that live here. The Virgin Islands remembers trying to pick up and put together the scattered pieces, the mental turmoil as well as the physical exhaustion, and we are still dealing with the aftermath […]
The idea has been around forever… the best way to understand a culture and its people is through the local food. That’s the point of the island’s original cultural, walking tour, St. Thomas Food Tours. About the Tour The two and a half hour stroll through the gorgeous warehouse passageways of Charlotte Amalie’s historic district […]
Why Business Directories are Important, According to Google Although we love to talk about all things sun, fun, culture, accommodations, shopping—you name it—VI, today we wanted to talk about business directories, and why they are so crucial for your business. We are starting a new category of posts which are intended to help support local […]
