The fourth-largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, this quiet 492-acre island beckons travelers in search of a laid-back vacation. At the pristine Honeymoon …
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Apr 14, 2025
Fun island for a day trip. We took the ferry from St. John to Water Island, about 40 minutes. Upon arrival we went to the top of the hill to Rachael's Rentals to rent a golf cart for the day. Rachael…Full review by jeffreylE2040PM
Mar 24, 2025
Beautiful! Easy to navigate in the golf cart. Food truck food and scenery were great. Lovely beach! Saw turtles when we went snorkeling.Full review by Jody H
Feb 25, 2025
Love Water Island. Quiet in most places, and Honeymoon Beach is gorgeous and not packed with visitors. Golf cart is fun to use to get around the island. Definitely will return. (We've already bee…Full review by MHeimer
Can you get from St. John to water island? Is there a ferry water taxi or do you need to charter a boat
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There is now a ferry from St John to Crown Bay Marina on St Thomas. To get to Water Island, take the water taxi from Crown Bay Marina to Water Island. It’s one stop, but at the same …
There is now a ferry from St John to Crown Bay Marina on St Thomas. To get to Water Island, take the water taxi from Crown Bay Marina to Water Island. It’s one stop, but at the same location.
Are there any places i can spear lionfish on water island?
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I'd be skeptical you could off the beach, but I'd check with the couple of bars on Honeymoon beach. Better, check with a couple of dive shops on St Thomas. Who will probably …
I'd be skeptical you could off the beach, but I'd check with the couple of bars on Honeymoon beach. Better, check with a couple of dive shops on St Thomas. Who will probably have their own trip for you, but might give you some info, particularly as to what's available around St Thomas.
How was the marine life .. for snorkeling ? also do you remember the fee for chair rental ?
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We were at Dinghy's on Honeymoon beach. There was no cost for chairs or transportation from the dock. Don't know about Heidi's at the other end of the beach. People were …
We were at Dinghy's on Honeymoon beach. There was no cost for chairs or transportation from the dock. Don't know about Heidi's at the other end of the beach. People were snorkeling, we didn't so have no idea of the quality.
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What kind of weather can I expect during my vacation?
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The U.S. Virgin Islands enjoy warm, sunny weather year-round. The average winter temperature is 77ºF (25ºC), and the average summer temperature is 82ºF...