US Virgins

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The U.S. Virgin Islands (US Virgins) are located in the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, about 90 miles (140 km) east of Puerto Rico. The territory consists of four main islands: Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Croix, and Water Island, as well as several dozen smaller islands. The combined land area of the islands is roughly twice the size of Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Virgin Islands are known for their white sand beaches, including Magens Bay and Trunk Bay, and strategic harbours, including Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted. Most of the islands, including Saint Thomas, are volcanic in origin and hilly. The highest point is Crown Mountain, Saint Thomas (1,555 ft/474 m). Saint Croix, the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, lies to the south and has a flatter terrain. The National Park Service owns more than half of Saint John, nearly all of Hassel Island, and many acres of coral reef.

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Weather

Tropical, tempered by easterly trade winds, relatively low humidity, little seasonal temperature variation; rainy season May to November. Has experienced several hurricanes in recent years as well as frequent and severe droughts and floods.

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Passages

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Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

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Navigation

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Entrance

There are a number of options and it is very important to check the latest options and procedures on the Official Govt. Website

Boat "Decal" and "LBO" Plan

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US Virgins Immigration

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Customs

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Islands in the Group

• St Croix
• St Thomas
• St John
• Water Island

Things to do Ashore

See individual islands.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

• St Croix Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum
• St Thomas Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum
• Virgin Islands Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum

Links

• US Virgins at the Wikipedia
• US Virgins at the Wikivoyage

References

Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:

{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot Imray||Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}, expands to

Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718

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