U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

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With all the beauty of the Virgin Islands and all the business conveniences of the United States together in
one place, the ways to script your own meeting experience are endless. Whether for a company of 8 or 800, we’ll make it a trip your attendees will always remember. From quality accommodatio...

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You’ll find world-class facilities and breathtaking island beauty in the USVI. The perfect place for your attendees to discover their own unscripted dreams and adventures. Location: The USVI is at the north end of the Caribbean Sea. By air, it’s 2-1/2 hours from Miami and 3-1/2 hours from New York. Climate: Average temp. 77º in winter and 82º in summer. Government: The USVI is an unincorporated territory of the U.S. All persons born here are citizens of the United States. Currency: U.S. Dollar. Travelers checks/credit cards honored. Time: Atlantic Standard Time. Daylight savings is not observed. Electric: Standard U.S. 120 volt/60 cycle, 220 volt also available. Language: The official language is English. Religion: All three islands cater to a wide range of denominations. Medical And Dental Services: All medical/dental facilities meet the standards and codes of the American Medical/Dental Associations. Driving: Driving is on the left side of the road. U.S. driver’s licenses are valid for ninety days. The main roads are paved. Hands-free only cellular phone allowed while operating an automobile. Taxis: Taxis are available. Rates are per person, based on destination. Communications: Telephone, wireless and Internet services to North America, Europe and beyond. No fees for local calls within the USVI. Calls to the continental U.S. are handled the same as state-to-state long-distance calls and not as international calls. Banking: The U.S. Virgin Islands hosts a variety of banks, and ATMs are available at a variety of locations on all three islands. Shipping: The U.S. Postal Service charges standard rates for mail. FedEx, UPS and DHL have on-island offices. Festivals: In April, St. Thomas celebrates Carnival, a month-long series of pageants, concerts and parades. St. John holds a Fourth of July celebration every summer. The Crucian Christmas Festival takes place on St. Croix in December.