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St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
The town of Charlotte Amalie has one of the most breathtaking harbors in the world. Once home to pirates of long ago, today visitors find treasures of a different kind, for now beautiful beaches and bountiful duty-free shopping are truly its claim to fame.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Charlotte Amalie,
St Thomas , USVI
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
AST (Atlantic Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -4 hours -
Language
The local language is English, Spanish and French. Say "hello" in Spanish: "hola" or in French: "bonjour." -
Currency & Shopping
US Dollar (USD)
Duty-free shopping, rum cake and jewelry. View our Port Shopping Guide -
Best Way to Get Around
Organized Shore Excursions for turtle cove, catamaran, snorkeling, beaches, butterfly gardens and more! Taxis and rental car available. -
Famous For
Known for its beaches, fishing, snorkeling and shopping. St. Thomas is the gateway island to the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. -
Fun Fact #1
The U.S. Virgin Islands are the only place in the U.S. where you drive on the left side of the road. -
Fun Fact #2
St. Thomas is also known as the "Rock City," a name given by the locals for its hilly terrain.