http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_sun.gifSunny, year-round temperatures range in the 80's during the day and 70's during the night. Average annual rainfall is 50 inches, the wettest months being May, and from August through November, with 4 to 6 inches per month.http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/main_dest_stt_1.jpgSt. Thomas<FONT FACE="ARIAL" SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" CLASS="H3STYLE"><B>The American Paradise</B></FONT><BR><BR>Come and enjoy this great Caribbean getaway with American influence! Pristine beaches and crystal clear waters combine with a culturally diverse, artistically vibrant society better known as the US Virgin Islands. St. Thomas offers renown duty-free shopping, breathtaking beaches, championship golf and nonstop nightlife. St. John is a nature lover's dream with over half of the island covered by a national park. Bring a canvas or a camera and you'll cherish the memories forever.http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/map_dest_stt.jpgCaneel Bay ResortCaneel bay has seven secluded beaches.A6http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_211840paa_t.jpgThe Westin St. John Resort & VillasValue PlusSt. John - The Westin St. John Resort & Villas is a 34 acre paradise set along a cove of white sand beach, surrounded by thick,...A6http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200422paa_t.jpgRitz-Carlton St. ThomasSt. Thomas - The Ritz Carlton, St. Thomas, nestled on a fifteen-acre beachfront estate, combines the elegance of the Caribbean...G6http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200376paa_t.jpgMarriott Frenchman`s ReefSt. Thomas - Jewels of the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Marriott Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Beach Resort offer unparalleled...A6http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200430paa_t.jpgWyndham Sugar Bay Resort & SpaSt. Thomas - Cooling Caribbean breezes, teal blue waters and private balconies welcome guests to the Wyndham Sugar Bay Beach Club...A5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200292paa_t.jpgBest Western Emerald Beach ResortSt. Thomas - Best Western Emerald Beach Resort is conveniently located directly on the beach at Lindbergh Bay, just a few minutes...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200374paa_t.jpgBluebeard`s Beach ClubBluebeard`s Beach Club features a tranquil, secluded setting on the south shore at Limetree Beach.A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200428paa_t.jpgBolongo Bay Beach ClubValue PlusSt. Thomas - This casual, Caribbean-style beachfront resort is located on beautiful Bolongo Bay Beach. Enjoy two open-air...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200429paa_t.jpgElysian Beach ResortEnclosed by palm shaded hills and overlooking a white sand cove.A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200373paa_t.jpgPoint Pleasant ResortSt. Thomas - Point Pleasant offers a spectacular down-island view and a lush, tropical garden setting. Take part in a variety of...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200375paa_t.jpgSapphire Beach Resort & MarinaValue PlusSt. Thomas - Located directly on a 1/ 2 mile of sugar white sand beach overlooking sapphire blue waters. At Sapphire Beach Resort...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200433paa_t.jpgAnchorage Beach ResortSt. Thomas - This all-suite beachfront resort is situated along the turquoise waters of Cowpet Bay, right next to the St.Thomas...A3http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_210531paa_t.jpgHoliday Inn Windward Passage HotelSt. Thomas - The Holiday Inn is centrally located in the heart of downtown, overlooking the picturesque harbor of Charlotte...A3http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200435paa_t.jpgSecret Harbour Beach ResortSt. Thomas - Enjoy your vacation in comfort of our suite accommodations with private patio or balcony in a beachfront or ocean...A3http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_211094paa_t.jpgBest Western Carib Beach ResortValue PlusBest Western Carib Beach Resort is ideally situated on Lindberg Bay, near the Airport and just minutes from the Downtown.A2http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/stt_200372paa_t.jpgThe air carries an infectious beat of music across all three islands. The unique sounds of the Caribbean blend with traditional American influences, creating unforgettable music heard from street corner to club. Be sure to sample the island sounds of calypso, cariso, soca, reggae, steel pan, and St. Croix's own Quelbe.Enjoy the ride up to an unforgettable view of Charlotte Amalie and its spectacular harbor. The tramway's cable car whisks visitors up to amazing vistas at 700 feet over the bay.Island fare combines influences from across the Caribbean and around the world with locally grown spices, fruits, roots, chicken and of course, seafood. Conch fritters, plantains, Kalalloo, fried fish and johnnycakes are all a must. Sample Maubi, a fermented drink that tastes somewhat like tea.A three-level underwater observatory. Home to the world's largest reef tank, and an aquarium with more than 20 TV size tanks providing views of all the undersea life in the waters of the Virgin Islands and around the world. Be sure to call ahead for shark feeding times. Feeding schedules available for all park inhabitants.Buck Island Reef off St. Croix is the only underwater national monument in the United States. The reef-marked snorkeling trail provides visitors with a glimpse of St. Croix's colorful marine life. Visit Buck Island National underwater monument park where you can sail, snorkel, hike and enjoy the beaches.St. John is a nature lover's paradise with pristine beaches, private lagoons and an awesome national park covering over half of the island, and some of the surrounding sea. Perfectly untouched bays await, while empty beaches beckon, and just below the surface some of the most gorgeous coral reefs beg to be explored. Hike among numerous nature trails past one-of-a-kind plants, animals and even ancient Arawak Indian carvings. St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix offer guided eco-tours on foot, bike, horseback and kayak through reefs, preserves, mangroves, ancient rivers and a tropical forest.Several of the world's most beautiful beaches are found on the U.S. Virgin Islands. Bask and snorkel at the best: St. Thomas Magen's Bay Coki Beach Sapphire Beach Morning Star Beach Hull Beach St. John Trunk Bay Cinnamon Bay Hawksnest Honeymoon Beach St. Croix Buck Island Cane Bay Rainbow Beach Tamarind Reef Beach Shoys Beach Chenay Beach Buccaneer BeachDriving is the perfect option for seeing some of the more out of the way spots of the U.S. Virgin Islands. U.S. citizens don't need a special license to drive or rent a car, but don't forget to drive on the left!The golf courses of the U.S. Virgin Islands are legendary for combining awesome land and seascapes with beautiful championship holes. Top designers such as Robert Trent Jones have left their mark on the golf courses of St. Thomas and St. Croix.The U.S. Virgin Islands offer dozens of unforgettable spots for getting married or renewing your vows. From dockside vows to a romantic ceremony on a sailboat, couples are sure to find the wedding of their dreams, whether they want the simplicity of a ceremony in nature or the tradition of a country church wedding.Original art of the islands makes great souvenirs from miniature watercolors to expansive oils depicting seascapes, market scenes, the people and colorful animals of the islands. Plus the U.S. Virgin Islands has the highest duty-free shopping limit in the Caribbean, $1200 per person and no sales tax. Check out the Virgin Islands Art Expo, the Arts Alive and Caribbean Colour Art Fairs or the St. Thomas Native Arts and Crafts Cooperative.Guided kayak and canoe tours are available through the most remote and gorgeous sections of all three islands. See rare birds and fish close up in their secluded homes along the uninhabited lagoons and mangroves.April - Early May -Complete with flamboyant masks and costumes and stilt walking mocko jumbies parading as make-believe spirits.MaySportfishing in the U.S. Virgin Islands is world renowned. Charters are available, along with tournaments, several times a year. Explore to your heart's content and find untold treasures, empty beaches and unforgettable coves. St. John and St. Thomas are only 20 minutes by boat from each other, and St. Croix is a quick 20 minute plane ride. Water Island, the newest Virgin Island, is just a quick 5 minute ferry ride from St. Thomas and offers beautiful Honeymoon Beach. Plus, there are 50 other tiny islands from sparsely populated gems to small sand spots just big enough for a boating stop-over.AprilSt. Croix's version of Carnival celebrates the holidays.Rent a sailboat or yacht, with or without a captain, and sail away into the emerald sea. Explore tiny islands, pull up to a seaside restaurant in style, or simply ride the waves with the wind in your hair.April-Held on the waters surrounding St. ThomasFestival held the last Saturday of each month.A city-wide bash held every other Wednesday in Frederiksted featuring music, dining and dancing.Travel to and from St. Thomas uses the <b>Cyril E. King</b>.Departure taxes are generally <b>$3.00 U.S.</b>Any U.S. driver's license is good for 90 days on the USVI, and while the minimum age for drivers is 18, many agencies won't rent to anyone under the age of 25. Driving is on the left-hand side of the road, even though the steering wheel will be on the left-hand side of the car. In addition, the law requires everyone in the car to wear seat belts. Many of the roads are narrow, and the islands are dotted with hills, so there's ample reason to put safety first. A variety of automobiles are for rent, from sporty four-wheel drives to air-conditioned sedans. Mileage is unlimited, you pay for gas.The currency in St. Thomas is the <b>US dollar</b>.Valid US passport or state-issued birth certificate with a raised seal plus photo ID.Minors traveling with only one parent or adults other than their parents must have a notarized letter from the absent parent(s) authorizing them to be taken out of the country. If the parent is deceased, a copy of the death certificate will be required for check in at the airport.Standard gratuity rate is 15 to 20 %, but a few restaurants add the service charge. Check your bill or ask.The U.S. Virgin Islands require no blood tests. American couples need only fill out a two-page form, pay a $50 license fee, and observe an eight-day posting period.