Attention, shoppers, this is your paradise! St. Thomas' waterfront town of Charlotte Amalie offers what is probably the best shopping in the Caribbean. You'll find crafts, jewelry, duty-free liquor, and just about anything else that you can squeeze into your suitcase. The town can get congested when there are three or more cruise ships in port. The crowds, though, create a festive atmosphere and St. Thomas really isn't a "get away from it all" destination anyway.

    St. Thomas has a number of attractions other than shopping. Many of them center around the island's views. Popular sites for viewing the sights include Mountain Top, Drake's Seat, the Estate St. Peter Greathouse Botanical Garden, and the Paradise Point Tramway. On a clear day, one can see islands, a top-down view of Charlotte Amalie, sailboats, and the deep-blue water of the Caribbean.