Loretta & Joseph’s Guidebook
Beaches
Starting with our favorites, here are some of our beautiful beaches!
Magens is our go to! It’s close, convenient, has everything you need and is beautiful! Clear blue water , plenty space for sun & shade , water toy rentals (paddle boards, kayaks) delicious pizza among other bites, a great bar with amazing bush whackers & pain killers! There’s also a great hiking trail!
257 locals recommend
Magens Bay Beach
Magens is our go to! It’s close, convenient, has everything you need and is beautiful! Clear blue water , plenty space for sun & shade , water toy rentals (paddle boards, kayaks) delicious pizza among other bites, a great bar with amazing bush whackers & pain killers! There’s also a great hiking trail!
Coki is definitely a must! Clear pristine water, beautiful white sand, great snorkeling, water sports, delicious local food and drinks! Can get crowded but still worth it! (Get there early!)
104 locals recommend
Coki Beach
Coki is definitely a must! Clear pristine water, beautiful white sand, great snorkeling, water sports, delicious local food and drinks! Can get crowded but still worth it! (Get there early!)
Another favorite! Clear blue waters, powdery white sand, a must! However, there are no amenities here so we suggest bringing lunch/drinks or eating before or after!
88 locals recommend
Lindqvist Beach
Another favorite! Clear blue waters, powdery white sand, a must! However, there are no amenities here so we suggest bringing lunch/drinks or eating before or after!
Hull Bay is a hidden gem on the north side, a beach where I grew up going to with my family. Great for snorkeling and also has a new restaurant and & bar. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see the fishermen hauling in their catch for the day!
17 locals recommend
Hull Bay
Hull Bay is a hidden gem on the north side, a beach where I grew up going to with my family. Great for snorkeling and also has a new restaurant and & bar. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see the fishermen hauling in their catch for the day!
Brewers’ Bay is a great local beach on the south side of the island just minutes from the airport! Great for snorkeling, you are guaranteed to see at least a few turtles and stingrays, among other sea life so don’t forget your snorkel gear! There’s a few food trucks right on the road and you must try a Paté! You can see planes landing and taking off as you sun bathe or while you swim!
70 locals recommend
Brewers Bay Beach
Brewers’ Bay is a great local beach on the south side of the island just minutes from the airport! Great for snorkeling, you are guaranteed to see at least a few turtles and stingrays, among other sea life so don’t forget your snorkel gear! There’s a few food trucks right on the road and you must try a Paté! You can see planes landing and taking off as you sun bathe or while you swim!
Getting Around
Budget Rent A Car
Sightseeing
Your trip to St.Thomas would not be complete without a stop at Drake’s Seat names after explorer Sir Francis Drake. Lucky for us, it is just minutes from our house! The view of Magen’s Bay, the island of Inner Brass, Hans Lollick and the British Virgin Islands is unmatched!
72 locals recommend
Drake's Seat
Route 37Your trip to St.Thomas would not be complete without a stop at Drake’s Seat names after explorer Sir Francis Drake. Lucky for us, it is just minutes from our house! The view of Magen’s Bay, the island of Inner Brass, Hans Lollick and the British Virgin Islands is unmatched!
Mountain Top
Shopping, drinks and an incredible view!
Restaurants
Sibs on the Mountain Bar & Restaurant:
Joseph here….Sib’s is my family’s bar & restaurant.My grandfather built and opened Sibs in 1924 as a mom and pop shop and it’s been through many changes over the years but has stayed in the family and is now managed by my brother and sister-in-law . Check out the website for a look at our delicious food!
https://sibsonthemountain.com
Sib’s Mountain Cafe
On the deck at Sib’s is this great little cafe with great breakfast bites and coffee!
38 locals recommend
Sib's Mountain Cafe
33-5 Estate ElizabethSibs on the Mountain Bar & Restaurant:
Joseph here….Sib’s is my family’s bar & restaurant.My grandfather built and opened Sibs in 1924 as a mom and pop shop and it’s been through many changes over the years but has stayed in the family and is now managed by my brother and sister-in-law . Check out the website for a look at our delicious food!
https://sibsonthemountain.com
Sib’s Mountain Cafe
On the deck at Sib’s is this great little cafe with great breakfast bites and coffee!
Looking for delicious authentic local food and drinks with a great view of the harbor downtown , Petite Pump Room is a must for breakfast and/or lunch!
27 locals recommend
Petite Pump Room
3400 Veterans DrLooking for delicious authentic local food and drinks with a great view of the harbor downtown , Petite Pump Room is a must for breakfast and/or lunch!
Our favorite sushi spot! The location has changed so is different than what is pictured but the sushi has not! It is now located in Yacht Haven Grande.
24 locals recommend
Enkai Sushi Bar
Our favorite sushi spot! The location has changed so is different than what is pictured but the sushi has not! It is now located in Yacht Haven Grande.
A favorite of ours for a bit of a fancier night out! Sea la vie is cozy, romantic and is located in Frenchtown! And the food…delicious!
21 locals recommend
Sea La Vie
A favorite of ours for a bit of a fancier night out! Sea la vie is cozy, romantic and is located in Frenchtown! And the food…delicious!
Located at Lime Tree Beach, Lanai is perfect spot for lunch/dinner and happy hour with a view and some ocean breeze!
23 locals recommend
Lanai Restaurant @ Limetree Beach
7511 Frenchman's HeightsLocated at Lime Tree Beach, Lanai is perfect spot for lunch/dinner and happy hour with a view and some ocean breeze!
Located in our historic downtown, Greengos is a favorite of ours for a tasty lunch and even better margaritas!
23 locals recommend
Greengos Caribbean Cantina
Located in our historic downtown, Greengos is a favorite of ours for a tasty lunch and even better margaritas!
A must try new spot in frenchtown owned by a young local couple with deliciousss local food. Lunch & dinner!
De Frenchtown Bar
Rue de CarenageA must try new spot in frenchtown owned by a young local couple with deliciousss local food. Lunch & dinner!
Things to Do
While the beach is number one of course, there’s lots more to do!
Great fun for both adults and especially kids. Marine life exhibits including aquariums, touch pools and other outdoor pools (turtles , sharks, stingrays) . There’s also dolphin and sea lion fun!
11 locals recommend
Coral World Observatory Tower
Great fun for both adults and especially kids. Marine life exhibits including aquariums, touch pools and other outdoor pools (turtles , sharks, stingrays) . There’s also dolphin and sea lion fun!
Pirates Treasure Museum
Looking for a little break from the sun with the kids, this museum is great fun!
16 locals recommend
Virgin Islands Children's Museum
Route 30Looking for a little break from the sun with the kids, this museum is great fun!
Looking for a great day out on the water with local, knowledgeable captains most of who grew up in these waters? A day of boating and island hopping with See and Ski is a must!
See & Ski Powerboat Rentals
6501 Red Hook PlazaLooking for a great day out on the water with local, knowledgeable captains most of who grew up in these waters? A day of boating and island hopping with See and Ski is a must!
Fun Hog is another great boat charter company owned by a local who grew up boating and sailing around these waters! Can’t go wrong spending a day island hopping by boat with this company!
Fun Hog Charters
6300 Rte 32Fun Hog is another great boat charter company owned by a local who grew up boating and sailing around these waters! Can’t go wrong spending a day island hopping by boat with this company!