Recent travels took me, Amina Bee, to the perfectly blue, tranquil settings of St. Thomas and St. John, ideal honeymoon destinations. With magnificent azure skies above, and crystal clear turquoise seas below, the scenery on these U.S. Virgin Islands is breathtaking! The only scenery on these islands that is not blue, are the white, sandy beaches, which have been deemed some of the best beaches in the world. The year-round temperatures between 80 and 90 degrees accent the landscape beautifully.
The great thing about St. Thomas and St. John is their proximity to one another, so couples do not have to choose one over the other. Red Hook, in the East End of St. Thomas, and Cruz Bay, in St. John, are just minutes apart by ferry. Airlines, including discount carriers like Spirit Airlines, service the St. Thomas International Airport (STT). Desirable accommodations abound in St. Thomas, from the upscale Ritz Carlton, to the more moderately priced Wyndham Sugar Bay. Private villas, like the Cabrita Cliff Haus (where I stayed during my visit and highly recommend), would also be ideal for a honeymoon stay, as well as a wedding itself!
While in St. Thomas and St. John, there are a few things that newlyweds are sure to enjoy. For romance, walk hand in hand on the shores of Trunk Bay (St. John), one of the most beautiful beaches in the world according to National Geographic. For pampering, select the Couples Complete Getaway spa package at the Wyndham Sugar Bay's Journeys Spa (St. Thomas). For laughs, share $1 drinks at the infamous happy hour at Woody's (St. John). For intimate dining, make reservations for two at the Old Stone Farmhouse (St. Thomas).
