United States Virgin Islands: main airports
The US Virgin Islands are served by two airports: Cyril E. King Airport on Saint Thomas, the busiest in the territory, and Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on Saint Croix, the largest island of the archipelago.
An unincorporated territory of the United States, the US Virgin Islands offer some of the most famous beaches in the Caribbean, such as Magens Bay on Saint Thomas and Trunk Bay on Saint John, as well as a well-preserved Danish colonial heritage in Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted.
United States Virgin Islands: recommended activities
United States Virgin Islands: visa and entry requirements
Being a US territory, the same US entry rules apply: US citizens travel without immigration formalities as for a domestic flight, while citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries can enter with a valid ESTA; other nationalities need a US visa.
United States Virgin Islands: safety
The US Virgin Islands are generally considered safe for tourists, with the usual precautions valid for any Caribbean destination.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking between August and October: always check the weather forecast during this period.
United States Virgin Islands: health situation
No specific vaccinations are required. Healthcare follows US standards, with hospitals on Saint Thomas and Saint Croix; more complex cases are generally transferred to Puerto Rico or the US mainland.
United States Virgin Islands: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the US dollar. Currency exchange services are limited: many banks and hotels do not exchange foreign currency, so arrive already with US dollars. Credit cards are widely accepted.
