U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI)
The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) combine Caribbean beauty with American infrastructure. The three main islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix attract visitors with colorful cities, nature reserves, and spectacular snorkeling spots. Sailors love the easy anchorages, the vibrant harbor of Charlotte Amalie, and the pristine nature of Virgin Islands National Park on St. John. The USVI is often the first stop for Atlantic cruisers and an ideal destination for relaxing cruises through the Eastern Caribbean.
Column: Man and Sea – Discovering a new world while snorkeling
February 2026 Petra: In Belize, we snorkeled out in the ocean with sharks and big fish – here in Guanaja, we can observe the underwater world right from the beach in the inlets. We did this last April, but since it was such a highlight, we want to do it again. The small island of Michael Rock is...
Sailing area US Virgin Islands (US VIs) – a field report
10.04. - 22.04.2024 The US Virgin Islands... The US Virgin Islands consist of three main islands, along with many small islands and reefs: St. Croix and the islands we visited, St. John and St. Thomas. They were formerly the Danish West Indies. The US acquired them as a military base from Denmark for $1 million in 1917 during World War I.