U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS WELCOMES SUMMER TRAVELERS
New Restaurants, Zipline Tours and Vodka Distilled from Breadfruit Await Tourists in U.S. Virgin Islands
St. Thomas, U.S.Virgin Islands, April 2022: The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) is getting ready for the summer season with new and exciting tourism-friendly updates. With no passport required for American citizens traveling from the U.S. or Puerto Rico, USVI welcomes all first-timers and repeat visitors to experience three islands in one vacation: beaches, water sports, restaurants, and thrilling activities. https://www.visitusvi.com/
Travel Requirements
- Effective now, fully-vaccinated travelers vaccinated in the United States and USVI and traveling domestically from the US or Puerto Rico can now submit proof of vaccination and are no longer required to provide a negative COVID test for entry. All visitors arriving from the U.S. mainland and USVI are required to provide either proof of vaccination or an acceptable negative COVID-19 test within five days of travel through the USVI Travel Screening Portal for travel clearance.
To-Dine-For
- Goat Soup & Whiskey in St. Croix is the perfect place to mix flip flops and live music with fine dining. Formerly known for its locations in Colorado and Ohio, the flagship extended its location to St. Croix. Their menu features hand-crafted cocktails made with locally sourced ingredients, three homemade soups a day, delicious hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, and more. Serving lunch and dinner six days a week and brunch on Sundays. Expect a gorgeous view, amazing staff, delicious food, and a friendly community of locals.
- Offering a twist on the Caribbean delicacy, Meada’s Garden in St. Croix will take your taste buds for a world trip. Chef Shaibu Abdulai calls his menu a “global fusion.” He incorporates elements from his Ghanian heritage with West Indian staples like oxtail and relies heavily on what’s available seasonally in the territory. The restaurant opened in early 2021 and is currently only serving dinner Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
- Chef David “Benji” Benjamin is putting some flavor to St. Thomas by opening two new restaurants on the island, Blue 11 and Indigo 4. Blue 11, the first one of the two, opened quietly at Yacht Haven Grande and became popular by word of mouth. With the idea of packing a lot of different flavors into one seating, the restaurant serves seven, nine, and 11-course bites with the option of a wine pairing dinner. The menu is locally inspired with locally sourced ingredients including a range of seafood dishes. Each bite packs a mighty punch and is sure to keep every customer full, satisfied and inspired. Indigo 4 came as an unexpected opportunity when space at The Shops at Yacht Haven Grande became available during the pandemic. Its menu features Caribbean-inspired dishes, such as steak with coconut ginger mushrooms and warm green banana and horseradish salad. You can also build your meal by pairing protein with sauces and sides.
- Experience something new and unique with MUTINY Island Vodka, the world’s first vodka distilled from breadfruit. This spirit is distilled and bottled at the newly opened Sion Farm Distillery on St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. Visitors and locals can enjoy the beautiful bar, tasting room, and special event space at this distillery.
Spirit of adventure
- Nothing can beat a view from the top. A new adventure attraction, Carambola Zip Line, recently opened in St. Croix. This zip line gives visitors a unique view of the island’s lush rainforest. The tour begins with a 30-minute journey by safari bus all the way to the top of St. Croix. The tour includes a couple of stops for photos and some amazing information about the island. Following the Safari bus tour, you will be dropped off at the starting point of the zip line tour, followed by three extensive zip lines to reach the famous Carambola Golf Course and cross the Carambola Valley.
- Combine the Carambola Zipline adventure with a scenic off-road jeep tour around St. Croix with Tan Tan Tours. The tours offer flexible options for individuals or groups, half-day or full-day tours offering stops for refreshments, lunch, and stunning views as you make your way across the island to the famed Annaly Bay Tide pools for a swim.
For visitor information, please visit https://www.visitusvi.com/
