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Traveling to the Virgin Islands is a truly unique experience. Whether you're looking for adventure or simply hoping to relax on a beautiful white sand beach, the U.S. and British Virgin Islands offer something for everyone.

Find everything you need to know about private boat charters, top snorkeling locations, the best beaches and beach bars, island hopping, St. John restaurants, travel tips and more! Everything you need to know about experiencing the best of the BVI and USVI… all in one easy place, right here in our St. John charter boat blog!

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Best Charter Boat Trips Around The World

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Virgin Islands Animals: Donkeys, Hermit Crabs, Birds, Bats, Iguanas

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Top 3 Things To Do In St. John USVI

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Sharks In The Virgin Islands

Nurse shark image credit: Island Roots Charters

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Swimming With Stingrays

Photo credit: Linds & Max Photography

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Island Roots Charters Reviews: Revealing The 'Best Of' The Virgin Islands, And Us

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US Virgin Islands Safe For Tourists, Despite High Crime Rate

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Jason Siska Now: Q&A Interview, Sixteen Years After Survivor

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Cliff Jumping In The Virgin Islands

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Alternative Energy Powers USVI Amid WAPA Blackouts & Outages

Image Credit: Unsplash / Zbynek Burival

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Off-season Deal: 10% Off All Island Roots Charters. Limited Spots, Book Now.

Island Roots Charters’ guests arriving to Sandy Spit during off-season

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The Lionfish Invasion of the Virgin Islands Is Being Eaten And Made Into Jewelry

Image of a lionfish by David Clode on Unsplash

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Book a Luxury Boat Charter In The Virgin Islands With Captain Thomas

Experience the ultimate in luxury and performance with the Seahorse 2, a World Cat 400DC-X catamaran, perfect for unforgettable USVI and BVI charters.

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Dolphin Encounters In The Virgin Islands

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Whale Encounters In The Virgin Islands

Humpback whale migration through the Caribbean Sea - image

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Rare Leatherback Sea Turtle Nesting Sighting At Rogues Bay, Tortola, BVI

Leatherback Sea Turtle Nesting at Rogues Bay, Tortola, BVI 2024

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Wharfside Watersports: Be Your Own Captain for the Day

Looking to add more water-based activities to your Virgin Islands adventure? Check out our friends over at Wharfside Watersports, your go-to hub for bareboat rentals. Perfect for a day of island-hopping or reaching those snorkeling spots off the beaten path. So, grab the helm, set sail, and let the sea be your guide on a dinghy adventure around St. John!

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Sandy Spit and Sand Cay: Picture-Perfect Deserted Tropical Islands

Sandy Spit and Sandy Cay are two of the most picture-perfect, deserted tropical islands in the British Virgin Islands. An easy boat ride away from Jost Van Dyke, they should definitely be on your list of destinations to visit on any BVI boat charter

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Getting Wet n’ Wild at the Willy-T

The Willy-T is an iconic floating bar and restaurant and popular charter boat destination, anchored off of Norman Island, in the British Virgin Islands. It draws locals and tourists alike for it’s lively atmosphere, good food, and thriling jumps off the top deck!