Trunk Bay for your St. John Vacation

The beautiful white-sand beach of VI National Park Trunk Bay has been the site of many a St. John wedding ceremony. But we're here to tell you that Trunk is not just a destination for special occasions...it makes a wonderful day trip as well.

For a $4 day fee or a $15 year long family pass, you can enjoy all that Trunk Bay offers: underwater snorkeling trail, a loooooong beach with incredible views, snack shack for buying lunch, restrooms, and showers to clean up before you head home. During the slower summer months, treat yourself to one of the top 5 most photographed beaches in the world located right here on our little St.John, USVI.

2012 Carnival & Music on St. John USVI

Starting in June into July it's time to celebrate 2012 Carnival here on St. John USVI! It all culminates on July 4th with the big parade in Cruz Bay and of course fireworks that night!
Check out the schedule for the fun events that are happening on island right now.

Some of the highlights include the Food Festival on Sunday, June 24 and the opening of Festival Village on the evening of Friday, June 29. Come to the Cruz Bay ball field on Friday night June 22 to enjoy some St. John music to dance the night away. And if you love the island nightlife, join the all-night partiers on July 3 and celebrate Jouvert at 4am to bring in the official day of celebration on 4th of July. It's a party not to be missed!

Rules of the Sea...Snorkeling on St.John

Memorial Day Weekend has come and gone so we are officially in summer which brings some of the finest snorkeling on St. John. The ocean tends to be calm which makes for great visibility and the water temperature is a solid 80 degrees.

This artful sign greets you at the beginning of the Leinster Bay trail, a shoreline 20 minute walk, that leads to a white sand beach for swimming around Waterlemon Cay--a must for all visitors to St. John--and a wonderful place for spotting turtles. Be sure to swim counterclockwise to let the gentle current push you around this beautiful island.

St. John USVI turns out for the Dogs!

A large gathering came out to the VI National Park ball field yesterday evening for the Wagapalooza, an annual fundraiser for the Animal Care Center on St John. The blue ribbon winner of the Best Costume event and Wagapolooza Queen of Show was Taliah, owned by Crystal Allen, who made her dog this colorful carnival outfit in traditional island style. Woof woof!!

Artist Unveils Latest Work of Art at St John Gallery

Stop by Kimberly Boulon's new gallery in the Marketplace, 2nd floor to see this masterpiece and many more.

St. John art scene welcomes Kimberly Boulon gallery

Winter Light on Trunk Bay http://kimberlyboulon.com/

Today is the opening reception 5-8pm at St. John's newest gallery, Kimberly Boulon Fine Art. Kimberly's art is already well known on St. Thomas and St. John, USVI since she has shown her island landscapes and seascapes here since 2000. Her painting ranges between oils, pastels and gouache and reflects her background in marine ecology and animal behavior in its subject matter.

The best way to get a feel for Kimberly's artwork is to come by and visit the new gallery in its beautifully renovated location on the 2nd floor of of The Marketplace. Kimberly Boulon Fine Art is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. For more information about Boulon check out her website www.kimberlyboulon.com or call (340) 693-8524.

Sun Dog Cafe St. John USVI Jam Sessions

If you're looking for music, you can't go wrong wandering the streets of St. John USVI in the evenings....just be sure you get out to Mongoose Junction on Wednesdays and experience the talented musicians that perform at Sun Dog Cafe starting at 7pm.  If you sing or play an instrument, feel free to join in the evening of song each week.  And as you sing along or listen you can enjoy the food and drink while you soak in the happy vibes of this local outdoor cafe.