This cable pulled gondola was a fun and thrilling experience in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands…read more At 30 dollar a pop we went on a six minute ride all the way to the top of Paradise Point, not much of a paradise up there but the view was spectacular where you can see the entire bay and ships along the port. Safety? What is that, just jump in when the cable car arrives, no time to stop just jump in and grab a handle bar

Very expansive for what it is. They dont have the museum anymore. They have their signature drink…read moreBushwacker. It was good but very pricy as expected. No AC anywhere including the ride so be prepared to be scorched during hot sunny days. Would recommend to do it once if you got nothing better to do but that's it.

It was too cloudy to see everything at the very top of the mountain, but there were some nice…read moreviewpoints along the way that we were able to stop at. I feel like it's always impressive to get a high view of a new city/country and this was no exception. We did drive to the very top as well to try a Banana Daiquiri. Neither my guy nor I are big fans of banana flavored things, but this was very tasty! We were pleasantly surprised by it and would definitely get again. The stand is located within a very large souvenir shop that is a tourist trap with very overpriced items. We didn't see anything that was impressive or interesting enough to actually get.

We went here after visiting the Botanical garden, which is just minutes away. Mountain top is a…read moreHUGE store with every conceivable souvenir from the island. Everything you can imagine and more. They sell the ubiquitous jewelry and even bottles of rum to take home. Plus, they have a daiquiri station in the back. The wife had a banana daiquiri and loved it! I was driving and had no alcohol. The drink had a kick and was worth the $11.95 for 8 oz. The woman/cashier was totally rude and not friendly, but even her bad attitude could not detract from the daiquiri and the spectacular views of Megan beach and islands. If you are in the area this place is totally worth the drive. You can do all your shopping in one place. Prices are better at the market in Charlotte-Amalie but I think the selection and quality is better at Mountain top.

Best boat charter experience! Captain Aaron and Leilani gave…read moreus the most incredible day on the water. We had amazing drinks, explored all the best snorkel spots, and felt completely taken care of from start to finish. Truly such an unforgettable experience!

We went to great snorkel spots and the husband/wife captain team were very nice but if you're…read morelooking for luxury this isn't it. The food was pedestrian at best and we all got off the boat at the end of the day starving. The boat was ok but when you went below deck to use the bathroom the carpet was completely water logged ankle deep in water. Below deck smelled really musty. In the end, the places we went were great but you could definitely have a better experience for the expense with another tour company.

Beautiful resort with friendly staff, well-kept grounds, and two wonderful on-site restaurants to…read moreboot! We got in fairly early on a Saturday, got our rental car, and drove to the resort which wasn't too far from the airport (St. Thomas is small). Check-in was at 4, the guy at the gate was very clear in his directions on how to find the main office. We found it and were able to check in successfully. Then they sent someone to show us where the condo is and help us get our luggage inside. He was also filled with suggestions on places nearby and recommended a couple of activities within a 1-mile radius. We thanked him, tipped him and explored the resort. The place was clean although it could have used a general update in some parts of the condo. The huge sliding glass doors boosted a beautiful view of the ocean and the neighboring island St. Johns as well as other land formations surrounding St. Thomas. They were kind enough to leave a birthday card and a full-sized bottle of rum to welcome us. We didn't drink the rum but it was a nice gesture. The condo we stayed at were up the highest hill which could make for a challenging climb after meal times if you're dining at their on-site restaurants. You could always drive offsite to Red Hook, a town with restaurants and some night life that is conveniently located only about 5 minutes away. I loved the veranda view of the condo we stayed at. You can feel the cool breeze while you relax, take in the scenery and have something cool to sip on. A vacationers dream! There is a small kitchen, a nice living room with comfy furniture, and a queen bed. The biggest complaint I have is that the air conditioning unit is restricted to the living room which means the bedroom is the hottest room in the condo making it hard to sleep at night sometimes. They did provide fans but it's not quite the same. If you sat on the dining room table, you're freezing to death from the air conditioning but the bedroom you would be sweating. There wasn't a nice balance of airflow. But we made do. The resort has 3 pools. One is located up the hill, maybe 3 condos and down a flight of stairs away from where we stayed. Another was by the nature trail/near Ocean 180 and the third is right above the Sun and Sea Bar. There's no gym but trust me, just go up and down the hills a couple of times a day and you'd get your fill of cardio. Of course, if that is not your jam, they do offer a ride if you call the office but only during office hours. There are taxis they can help you get as well. We did not use either of these services so I can't speak to it as we had a rental car. There are free parking for those staying at the resort and they do issue you a parking pass. The staff were very courteous and friendly. I can't say enough good things about them. If we ever find ourselves back here again, I would not hesitate to book this resort.

The only place my late father ever vacationed was St Thomas, and the only place he ever stayed was…read morePoint Pleasant -- he stayed here over 40 times in his lifetime! I first stayed here when I was 16 years old, and just returned with my partner 20 years later. Point Pleasant is even more magical and incredible than I remembered it. The perfect spot, on the quiet side of the island, with the most spectacular views. Dani & Willie were AMAZING -- Willie has been here since my father stayed here and upon arrival, Dani & he gifted us a bottle of Prosecco! Dani was also super accommodating as I had an important call and needed a late checkout. They both went above & beyond to make us feel like home, as it was such a meaningful return trip for me. If you want a calm, comfortable & peaceful trip -- book your stay at Point Pleasant!!!

Destination Wedding at Magans Bay! Amber absolutely…read moreprovided a seamless professional ceremony for us. Every recommendation was thoughtful and in the best interest of the bride and groom! We are incredibly thankful for her efforts, collaboration and service!

Words alone cannot express our gratitude towards Amber Ambrose of Blue Sky Ceremony. Our wedding…read morewas more beautiful and memorable than we could ever have imagined, and so much of it was thanks to her! We are originally from the midwest, and most of our planning happened remotely, over the phone and through email. Amber was incredibly professional and responsive throughout, even during the birth of her baby! And not only that - she made wedding planning fun! We looked forward to our calls with her and she did a great job actually listening to what we wanted and then executing it. The vendor connections that Amber has are top-tier, and her attention to detail - down to our cute paper straws - made the day feel uniquely us. And it was extremely organized - Amber made it so that all we needed to do was show up. We didn't have to worry about a single day-of element because she had it handled. If you are considering a wedding in the Virgin Islands, I highly recommend Blue Sky Ceremony.

Very cool piece of history. Definitely worth checking out when on St. John. You may see some goats…read moreand deer & get to read about the history of the sugar plantation. The view is spectacular!

Definitely worth a stop. We were headed to the Leinster Bay Trail and toured the plantation ruins…read moreas our starting point. The buildings are beautifully architected stone structures. I loved the many arches and curves of the buildings. The views were outstanding as your height allows you to look out to the British VI. The placards do a good job of also reminding all that the plantation was built off of enslaved people's labor. A distressing part of our history. We saw several deer and even experienced a rain shower in the short time we were there. A must see when on St John.

Best place to escape the heat and hounding of people begging you to do their tour or visit their…read moreshop. The bar is clean, has great A/C and WiFi, board games to enjoy, TVs, and delicious rum drinks. No worries if you're not a rum fan, there is a full bar too. Food wise you can buy homemade roasted or boiled peanuts or bags of chips. You can also order from a few local restaurants and have it delivered to your table. Pricing is comparable to other bars in the area with a few drink specials. Piña colada and bushwhacker were well balanced and not too heavy on syrups or alcohol. Definitely a must try on your vacation. Cheers!

When a Carnival Cruise Insider tells you to visit a hidden gem, you visit and this spot did not…read moredisappoint! The List Turtle is an art gallery with a bar in back. Talking with the lovely couple who runs the place, could with the very delicious drinks, we could not have asked for a better place! The Pina Coladas are excellent as is their Bahama Mamas! They have a fun sign that reads, "Husband Daycare" and I can see why! Clean bathrooms too. Definitely do not pass it by!

One of our favorite MVCI properties…read more - - - June, 2025 Visit - - - My wonderful wife planned a relaxing trip for us to St. John's, US Virgin Islands (just east of Puerto Rico), in June, 2025; we had a great time... such a beautiful island! Our flights routed through Atlanta to St. Thomas, as there are no flights to St. John; you get to St. John via ferries from St. Thomas or St. Croix, USVI, or from the British Virgin Islands. The need to route through St. Thomas, coupled with the wonderful visit we enjoyed in 2021, led us to intentionally stay one overnight at the Marriott Frenchman's Cove, and we had a great time and enjoyed one a most beautiful sunset, from the floating mat at the beach. This trip we enjoyed: - an afternoon in the beach, complete with mai tais! - Dinner next door... Luna Mar at the Westin (there is a third Marriott property on the other side of the Westin; two hotels and Frenchman's cove is MVCI) - Morning snorkeling - Breakfast at the pool bar before checking our - Fantastic views from the beach and from our room - Great courtesy by the staff For more about the property, which one of our favorite MVCI properties, the rooms, and more, please see the 2021 review, below. - - - The property - - - Frenchman's Cove is built on a hillside, you arrive at the main desk at a the top of the hill; there are buildings at that level; the other buildings are built lower down the hill, and the property has its own beach. Each building had four or five floors and all have wonderful views. The buildings are colorfully painted, and look great, especially when you're in the water looking back at the shore. - - - The room - - - The rooms are standard MVCI / Marriott Vacation Club rooms: - 2 bedrooms, one king and two full sized beds - 2 bathrooms - Laundry - Kitchens with servings for 8 and all the utensils you need; refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, microwave and coffee machine.. with coffee available; just ask housekeeping for more - Patio table and chairs with a view - Note: if you leave the patio table unattended, you my return to find seagulls arrived and are some of your bacon while you were bringing out the rest of breakfast... :) - nice! Recommendation: bring a Bluetooth speaker for music. - - - The beach & Sunset Cove Bar & Grill - - - This trip we checked and quickly made our way to the beach; the day was sunny and nice and warm but not hot. The resort has a couple large floating mars that are anchored; several adults can lazily get some sun while socializing. We also had a snack at "the pool bar," Sunset Cove Bar & Grill... which offers a good selection of good for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacking in between. We enjoyed: - afternoon snack - hummus and carrots & celery; and very good mai tais - breakfast the next morning We enjoyed laying on the big mats floating in the water... you get a tan and stay wet while enjoying the outside. The night we were there, we enjoyed an absolutely beautiful sunset from the floating mat... so nice! The room has a kitchen, but since we stayed only one night, there was less of a need for groceries... so... in the morning, we had a breakfast at the Sunset Cove Bar & Grill - it was a wonderful breakfast of steak and eggs and OJ... with a wonderful view of the beach. - - - MarketPlace - gift shop and mini grocery store - - - The MarketPlace staff is friendly and helpful; they offer pastries, yogurt and other breakfast food, spices and other good for dinners and lunch and a variety of bottles of drinks, many from around the Caribbean. They also offer sunscreen and other items for the outside; and souvenirs - shirts, hats, more. - - - The surf, the lack of on St. Thomas and St. John - - - We have been blessed to visit the Caribbean a couple times and have noticed that there is not much surf, not many waves. On an early trip someone explained that the Caribbean is just at a position in the ocean where the tides are just not very noticeable; brief internet searches suggest the tide only varies from a few inches to a foot or so... such small changes don't lead to many waves. You'll likely see and enjoy hearing waves "lapping at the shore," but you're not likely to do much body surfing... if you have a boogie board, you'll likely be better off leaving it at home. - - - Thank you, Frenchman's Cove staff! - - - ----- ----- -----

Okay so this was an okay stay but, We had a few issues…read more One) if you are in search of good AC be warned this place sometimes is not the best with it. Ours was so bad we had to switch rooms not to mention the hot water in the shower not working. We let the host know and they said they would send someone up to look while we went to have dinner at sugar fin, which was long but we didn't mind. Once we got back they still hadn't had anyone look at it so we suffered one night and got moved to a new room the next morning. The AC goes to 65 but it will only get done to 74 if you are lucky. So be warned. Second) we got late check out for 1pm but we were bombard at 11am over and over again until 1pm. It was ridiculous! Took us twice as long to get out because we had to keep answering the door. Lastly three) me and my mother had a cabana by the spa pool and a spa treatment. These were short treatments but with them you get access to the spa amenities. I was shown the lounge room but nothing else, but my mother who went before me was shown nothing. She didn't even know that it was an option for here to use. These should be shown to everyone. The professionalism there is lacking. Overall the bars and restaurants were great, sometimes you do have to wait but you are on island time so it's not a huge dealbreaker for me at all. Everyone is very nice and friendly even when we needed help. Just keep in mind it is HOT and this may not be worth the price they make you pay.