U.S. Virgin Islands
A trip to the U.S. Virgin Islands is one of the most fulfilling Caribbean experiences a traveler can get. The three main islands, St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas, offer a wide variety of activities, from historical sites to national parks, and attract two million visitors a year. The U.S. Virgin Islands are diverse and each of the three main islands offers something different. St. Thomas attracts travelers looking for active beaches, bustling nightlife, excellent shopping and a historic downtown district. The island, which is also home to Charlotte Amalie, the territory’s capital, welcomes many travelers every year and also has the most popular cruise port in the Caribbean. St. John is perfect for travelers looking for a vacation full of outdoor adventure. Much of the island (7,000 acres) makes up the Virgin Islands National Park, part of the U.S. National Park Service. The park has 20 hiking trails as well as many beaches, coral reefs and historic ruins ready for exploration. St. John also has many opportunities to relax in luxurious villas and vacation rentals, and many amazing beaches to visit. St. Croix strikes a good balance between St. Thomas and St. John. It’s the largest of the main islands as is referred to as the “big island”. It offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, like snorkeling and hiking in the rainforest, but also has a good amount of city-based activities, like visiting museums, historic sites or the horse track. Diving is also a popular activity on St. Croix, where you can see coral reefs, shipwrecks and a natural underwater wall all in one day.
Ubud
This small town is tucked away in Bali. You can enjoy iconic views of Indonesia across the step-like rice paddie fields. Plus, the surrounding area is teaming with temples, shrines and wildlife.
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