DK Travel : Virgin Islands

Mere specks in the Caribbean, the US and British Virgin Islands sit within eyesight of each other. The Stars and Stripes flutters over St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas and the Union Jack over Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and the outer islands, but all offer tropical sun, soft sand beaches, and turquoise sea. In both territories motorists drive on the left, a decidedly British practice, while the US dollar serves as legal tender. However, each island has its own ambience, from the bustle in St. Thomas to downright sleepiness in the outer BVIs.

Flamboyant

Come summer, bright red and orange flamboyants bloom all over the islands. You may also see a gold variety.
Flamingo Watching, Anegada

The island’s salt ponds are the only places in the USVI and BVI where pink flamingos roost. Look, but do not disturb.
Flavored Rums

With additives such as vanilla, coconut, pineapple, and many others, flavored rums make popular apéritifs.
For true?

Really? This is a response to a questionable statement. It’s gunna rain.For true ?
Fort Burt

Now hidden behind a hotel façade, Fort Burt was built in the 17th century by the Dutch to protect Road Town. In 1776, the English rebuilt the fort and named it after William Burt, who then served as governor for the chain of Caribbean Islands known as the Leeward. In 1953, the fort was turned into a hotel. It’s worth wandering in to see the thick walls and ramparts, stopping for a drink at the hotel bar. Parking is difficult – it’s easiest to leave your car at the bottom of the hill and walk up.
Fort Christian, St. Thomas

Kids can clang the jail cell doors, climb the stairs to the fort’s ramparts, and play tag in the huge parade grounds. The small museum has some nifty artifacts for children keen on history. While the kids are letting off steam, adults can enjoy the rampart views (seeFort Christian).
Fort Christianvaern, St. Croix

With lots of space to roam, the centerpiece of Christiansted National Historic Site gives kids a glimpse into history and a place to expend some energy. The park rangers are quick to answer children’s questions (seeHistoric St. Croixand;St. Croix).
Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta, Jost Van Dyke

This exciting boat race, to Cane Garden Bay in Tortola and back, held the last weekend in May, attracts skippers of all manner of wooden boats. The legendary beach parties are full of food, fun, and music.
Foxy’s, Jost Van Dyke

Yachties of all ages gather to hear the famous Foxy Callwood play calypso and more on his guitar, as well as music by local bands. A big party spot, this open-air bar is famous for hosting various regattas (seeFoxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta, Jost Van Dyke). If you arrive early, enjoy a lobster dinner (seeFoxy’s, Jost Van Dyke).
Foxy’s, Jost Van Dyke

Foxy Callwood just might make up a song about you while you’re dining (seeFoxy’s, Jost Van Dyke).

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