Land and Sea Adventures in the Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands have long been a popular travelFort Christian- A great way to mix a little local
destination for U.S. travelers. This family-friendlyhistory into your Virgin Island vacation is to pay a
destination really has something for everyone. Forvisit to this historical site. Fort Christian was built in
ocean-lovers, the Virgin Islands are an especially1676 by an expeditionary force from Denmark.
attractive vacation spot. Some of the best diving,Over the years, the fort has been damaged and
snorkeling, boating and fishing can be found here.repair throughout the years since its construction.
Coral World Ocean Park- Coral World Ocean ParkToday, you can tour the fort and view various
in St. Thomas is a hands-on aquarium offeringexhibits. Admission cost is modest and varies
up-close-and-personal interactions with seathroughout the year.
creatures including sea lions, sharks, turles andDiving in the Virgin Islands- Whether you're a
much more. Additionally, you'll find an impressivediving newbie or an old salty-dog, the Virgin
aquarium, under water observation tower andIslands offer some of the best diving on the
plenty of activities and shows for adults andplanet. For the newbies, dive certification class are
children alike.offer by dive masters all over the islands.
US Virgin Islands National Park- This 7,000+ acreMore-experienced divers can enjoy more
protected island is easily accessible from St.advanced dives to ship wrecks and deep waters.
Thomas. Included in the state park boundaries isSince visibility can be as good as 120' for most of
about 5,650 acres of protected underwaterthe year, you're sure to see plenty of marine-life
habitats. On a day trip to the park, you canduring your dive adventure.
expect see mostly coastal and marineWhatever your tastes and whenever you go, a
ecosystems including mangroves, salt ponds andtrip to the Virgin Islands is sure to leave a lasting
of course, coral reefs.impression on visitors.