Swimming With Sea Turtles on St John in the US Virgin Islands This short video of a little sea turtle that was no bigger than a dinner plate was taken at Leinster Bay.
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Lunch at Miss Lucy’s – St John US Virgin Islands
On the east end of St John is one of my favorite lunch spots, Miss Lucy’s. The grouper Rueben sandwich is delicious! Miss Lucy’s is a fun place for lunch and for dinner, especially during their famous “Full Moon Parties”. Miss Lucy’s sits right on Friis Bay. Beautiful views. Dine inside or outside. Lunch atContinue reading “Lunch at Miss Lucy’s – St John US Virgin Islands”
Lavender Hill Suites – St John US Virgin Islands
For years I’ve been traveling to the Virgin Islands and in particular St John in the USVI. I’ve rented homes and stayed at resorts but my favorite place to call home while on the island is the Lavender Hill Suites in Cruz Bay. Lavender Hill consists of two multi-story buildings positioned perfectly overlooking the bay.Continue reading “Lavender Hill Suites – St John US Virgin Islands”
Dinner at Vista Mare – St John US Virgin Islands
Dinner at Vista Mare – St John US Virgin Islands Every trip to St John I really look forward to eating at some of my favorite restaurants as well as finding new places. This trip I discovered Vista Mare, an Italian inspired trattoria located on top of Wharfside Village in Cruz Bay. The views areContinue reading “Dinner at Vista Mare – St John US Virgin Islands”
Underwater – US Virgin Islands
The snorkeling around the island of St John in the US Virgin Islands is some of the best in the Caribbean. I spend hours and hours in the water and I never know what I will come across. Here are just a few of my pictures from my underwater adventures. Underwater – US Virgin IslandsContinue reading “Underwater – US Virgin Islands”
The Caribbean Hook Bracelet
The Caribbean Hook Bracelet Islanders of the Caribbean have worn these types of hook bracelets for centuries. Over time folklore and stories have told tales of the meanings behind the bracelets. Wearing the hook bracelets brings good luck many believe. Others wear them to to announce their relationship status. Remember, people started wearing these braceletsContinue reading “The Caribbean Hook Bracelet”
Swimming With Sea Turtles – St John US Virgin Islands
Swimming With Sea Turtles – St John US Virgin Islands One of the great treats of diving and snorkeling in the Virgin Islands is swimming with these beautiful sea turtles. So peaceful and graceful as they glide through the water. This one coming up for a breath sees his reflection. Swimming With Sea Turtles –Continue reading “Swimming With Sea Turtles – St John US Virgin Islands”
Cruz Bay – St John, US Virgin Islands
In the summer months the Flamboyant trees are in full bloom and look beautiful against the blue waters of Cruz Bay. Cruz Bay is the busiest of the bays on the island of St John. Private boats, commercial boats, and the ferries all reside in Cruz Bay. A view of Cruz Bay from high above.Continue reading “Cruz Bay – St John, US Virgin Islands”
Manta Ray at Maho Bay, St John USVI
There were two manta rays feeding at Maho Bay the day we were there. What a sight! Underwater they appeared to be about 10 feet from wing tip to wing tip.
Monday Night Seafood Buffet at Caneel Bay Resort
Every Monday night the Caneel Bay Resort hosts an all you can eat seafood buffet that includes all the caribbean lobster you handle. I ate two and a half lobsters! At any one time the grill is cooking up twenty or thirty lobsters. Other items included shrimp, grouper, salads, and a very large dessert offering.
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