What a great time of year to visit the beautiful island of St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. St. Thomas http://st-thomas.com/ is the by far the most popular cruise port in the Caribbean. If you find yourself in this port you will also find yourself in the capital of St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie. For a backdrop you'll see emerald hills with pastel houses in the forefront. Here in Charlotte Amalie you be able to shop duty free in the historic downtown shopping district where you can purchase the most imaginable goods.St. Thomas has many beautiful places to stay with many options of how private you want your stay to be. For those seeking a seeking privacy with some of the best views in St. Thomas The Star Garden Villa is where you will want to rest your body and mind. This villa is well-equipped, luxurious, and the two story chateau has everything to make your vacation enjoyable and memorable. Of special note is the layout of The Star Garden with breathtaking 300 degree panorama.
If a resort Hotel is more your pace, then The Ritz Carleton is the place to be. This exquisite beachfront resort is sure to cater to your every whim, and each room has a private balcony or terrace. For the culinary enthusiast there are four fine-dining establishments. After a day of taking in the sights and sounds of St. Thomas be sure to relax and have sumptuous Spa treatment in their seaside cabana.
Once you've settled on a place to stay, you'll find St. Thomas is perfect for those of you who love the water. There's plenty of chances to snorkel, scuba dive, and windsurfing, kite boarding, sailing, parasailing, and kayaking also await you! Explore the beauty of the coral reefs with VI Snuba Excursions for a truly unique experience. With VI Snuba you'll be able to breath easily underwater without wearing heavy restrictive gear.If you prefer to stay on the water's surface be sure to check out Island Sol which is located on the East End of St. Thomas, where you can experience kiteboarding, wake surfing, sailing and windsurfing with the best instructors on the island.
Just a short boat ride from St. Thomas is the beautiful island of St. John where you can visit the Virgin Islands National park. This impressive park has 14,600 acres and since a third of them underwater there are plenty of opportunities to scuba dive or snorkel. In the park you can hike tropical forests to find pre-columbian and planation-era ruins. St. John of course has plenty of white sand beaches to enjoy a leisurely stroll on before heading to St. John's capital, Cruz bay. Here you will find small streets, intimate restaurants and quaint boutiques to idle the day away in.
For a truly unique experience visit The Butterfly Garden where you will see butterflies from all over the world up close and personal. Walk around the peaceful gardens while these beautiful creatures fly freely around. Watch the video: http://vimeo.com/18230674
If spending the day getting pampered is in your agenda you'll want to indulge yourself at Prana Spa where you can choose from a full array of spa services from one hour massage to a relaxing full day spa package, and all the specialities in between.
St Thomas has an abundance of delicious places to eat. Havana Blue is one place you won't want to miss. For ambiance this place can't be beat! Their open walls allow for spectacular views, along with 20ft windows dressed with flowing sheer white veils. Chef Omar Sanchez creates a fusion of Cuban and Pacific Rim dishes, sure to please every palate. For that special romantic evening, reserve an exclusive table for two on Morning Star Beach where you will be served a seven course dinner, with champagne and a private waiter.
One thing to remember when booking your international trip is that all countries require some kind of advance notification of arrival. Rules vary with different countries from simply filing a flight plan to specific written notification days in advance. Private Flight Advisors will take care of all this for you, but the earlier you contact them, the less chance your plane will be routed to a secondary location, waiting to be processed by the slow hands of Customs, costing you time and delay-related expenses.Here is a link to the FAA site regarding preparation for your international flights. It offers advice and requirements to help make your trip as seamless as possible. http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/ifim/intl_overview/
Developing and maintaing a relationship with a Jet Charter Broker is very important, and a little homework on your part will go a long way in saving money and time, and eliminating unnecessary hassles. Booking early will ensure that every detail is covered, so that you can focus your attention on your vacation.
Now is still a good time for booking with a good inventory availability, lower prices, and higher quality aircraft!
