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==US Virgin Islands Cruising Guide==
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to the US Virgin Islands (USVI).[[Image:USVImap1.gif|324px|thumb|right| '''Map''' - ''click for larger view'']]
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====Overview====
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The '''U.S. Virgin Islands''' (US Virgins) are located in the [[Caribbean|Caribbean Sea]] and the Atlantic Ocean, about 90 miles (140 km) east of [[Puerto Rico]]. The territory consists of four main islands: [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]], [[St John|Saint John]], [[St Croix|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.
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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 [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]], are volcanic in origin and hilly. The highest point is Crown Mountain, [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]] (1,555 ft/474 m). [[St Croix|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 [[St John|Saint John]], nearly all of Hassel Island, and many acres of coral reef.
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The '''U.S. Virgin Islands''' (US Virgins) are located in the [[Caribbean|Caribbean Sea]] and the Atlantic Ocean, about 90 miles (140 km) east of [[Puerto Rico]]. The territory consists of four main islands: [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]], [[St John|Saint John]], [[St Croix|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.
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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 [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]], are volcanic in origin and hilly. The highest point is Crown Mountain, [[St Thomas|Saint Thomas]] (1,555 ft/474 m). [[St Croix|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 [[St John|Saint John]], nearly all of Hassel Island, and many acres of coral reef.
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==Main Islands in the US Virgins Group==
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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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==US Virgins Arrival and Departure Procedures==
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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 [http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/pleasure_boats/boats/pleasure_locations/pr_us_visland.xml Official Govt. Website]
There are a number of options and it is '''very important''' to check the latest options and procedures on the [http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/pleasure_boats/boats/pleasure_locations/pr_us_visland.xml Official Govt. Website]
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===Passages To/From the US Virgins===
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/st-croix.html St Croix Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/st-croix.html St Croix Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/st-thomas.html St Thomas Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/st-thomas.html St Thomas Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruiser Forum]
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US Virgins
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Map of US Virgins

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.

Charts

Source
Chart Number - Chart Name
Chart Number - Chart Name
Source
Chart Number - Chart Name

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.

Sources for weather forecast info:

Passages

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Submit details of local radio Nets.

Navigation

Add any navigation notes such approaches, dangers etc here. If this section does not apply remove it.

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

See Details

US Virgins Immigration

Details

Customs

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Islands in the Group

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)

Links

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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  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number

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