Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the United States Virgin Islands and the most popular cruise port in the Caribbean. Charlotte Amalie (named for a Danish Queen) is where the ships dock and the white and pastel houses are heavily sprinkled against a background of emerald hills. Colorful sloops dock along the waterfront, and a few steps back, down alleyways lined with old Danish warehouse buildings, is a world-famous shopping center.
- Antilles School
- Chamber of Commerce
- Tourism
- Mahogany Run Golf Course
- UVI - University of the Virgin Islands
- St. Thomas Yacht Club
- Economic Development Commission
- Rotary
Antilles School:
Antilles School, a private school that accepts students from pre-kindergarten though 12th grade, is one of the many schools in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Antilles School believes in excellence in academics, athletics and the arts. Students are encouraged to be creative thinkers from the Early Learning Center through their Senior Year. As one of the most diverse schools on the island of St. Thomas, students that attend Antilles School gain a broad experience of socio-economic, ethnic and racial differences. Financial aid is available to all students regardless of background. Antilles is committed to the St. Thomas-St. John community and strives to make its students understand the importance of obtaining an excellent education and achieving personal success. Community service has become an integral part of the Antilles curriculum and is a requirement for graduation. For more information, click on the following link: http://www.antilles.k12.vi.us/.
St. Thomas/St. John Chamber of Commerce:
Overlooking beautiful Charlotte Amalie harbor in St. Thomas, the St. Thomas/St. John Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of both business and professional people dedicated to promoting the civic and economic growth of our community. Please visit the St. Thomas/St. John Chamber of Commerce to learn more about our active organization at http://www.chamber.vi/body_index.html.
Tourism-USVI
Breathtaking beaches, pristine coral reefs and untouched rainforests are some of the many features the U.S. Virgin Islands have to offer. As America's Paradise, with many direct flights from the mainland U.S., and as a Territory under the U.S. flag, with the dollar as our currency and English as our language, we are a major destination for tourists and vacation homes. Please visit the United States Virgin Islands Department of Tourism website at http://www.usvitourism.vi/ where you can meet some of our friendly people, learn about the islands music, culture and cuisine.
Mahogany Run Golf Course
For golfers, the thrill of a lifetime awaits at Mahogany Run Golf Course on the beautiful island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The George and Tom Fazio design offers eighteen of the most challenging holes in the Caribbean, culminating in the spectacular "Devil's Triangle", the course's world renowned signature trio of holes on the Atlantic Ocean. The public course and its fully stocked pro shop are open every day, and quality rental equipment is available. For more information, visit their website at www.mahoganyrungolf.com.
University of the Virgin Islands
Historically American, Uniquely Caribbean and Globally Interactive describe the University of the Virgin Islands which is located both in St. Thomas and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. UVI is a liberal arts, land-grant institution established by public statute to meet the higher education needs of the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands and the wider Caribbean. UVI is accredited by the Commission on High Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. Visit us at http://www.uvi.edu.
St. Thomas Yacht Club
The St. Thomas Yacht Club at Cowpet Bay provides reciprocity to visiting yacht club members. Every Easter weekend, the club is the scene of the top notch Rolex Cup Regatta, which draws competitors from the States and all over the Caribbean. St. Thomas is proud of its own top-notch sailor, Peter Holmberg, who participates in many world-wide races such as the America's Cup. For more information, visit us at http://www.styc.net/.
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is empowered to encourage and assist the creation, development and expansion of businesses in the Virgin Islands. For more information on the program, tax advantages and other aspects of the EDC, visit http://www.usvieda.org/.
Rotary Clubs-USVI
Rotary International of the Virgin Islands is a member of the worldwide organization consisting of business and professional leaders that provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help to build goodwill and peace here in the Virgin Islands as well as nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.rotary.vi/.
