BrettSeattle
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Hello friends! Our 4-person group (2 AOW divers & 2 non-divers) are going to USVI in Feb 2025. We are researching accomodations, topside activities, side-trips, out-of-the-way adventures, and finally great shore or tour operator scuba diving.
Info and Goals:
As always - thanks in advance!
Info and Goals:
- We are 2 couples: 2 husbands are dive buddies (AOW & enriched air certified; 100+ dives each); wives are adventurers and like snorkeling, hiking, shopping, beaches but don't want massive touristy areas and care more about culture, food and authentic, friendly people
- Looking for good location/neighborhood suggestions for renting a full house (ideally not condo) w/ pool; we have found some good ones on Airbnb and VRBO; but any pointers for areas are appreciated (Northside? South side? East Side?)
- We are expecting to fly into St. Thomas and stay on that island, then day trip (love any "must see" recommendations) including to St. John
- Love to hear dive spot and operator suggestions; we will have a rental car and can do shore dives but also plan on doing boat dives; will probably dive 3 to 4 days out of 8-ish we will be there (flying from Seattle area)
- Any thoughts about St. John mix (either day trip, or even split and stay there for a few days) would be welcome - only one of us has been to USVI and that was 30 years ago
- We like our creature comforts (air conditioning, great food/restaurants, umbrella drinks) but are also adventurous and have hunger to learn and explore the culture and landmarks; definitely do not need chain restaurants, nightlife, or party scene
- I am a photographer and videographer and am always looking for great shots/footage
As always - thanks in advance!
