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Stories from this city location. Explore published field notes, guided trips, and local perspectives.
The collection
01Blue water that lives up to its name, a nearshore reef teeming with life, and a neighborhood of beach bars and boat charters—Sapphire Beach is St. Thomas distilled. This guide shows you how to turn a day on the sand into an island-sized adventure.
02A sheltered crescent of pale sand and glassy water, Magens Bay is St. Thomas’s most beloved beach—perfect for swimmers, kayakers, and anyone who wants a low-effort, high-reward day by the sea.
03Walk above living coral, slip into a guided snorkel, and watch the reef come alive through an undersea observatory—Coral World condenses the best of St. Thomas marine life into a practical, educational adventure.
04A 10-minute ferry from St. Thomas delivers you to soft sand, coral reefs, and the bunker-strewn ridges of Fort Segarra — a compact island that rewards a slow pace and hands-on exploration.