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Jimmy Buffet usually plays a New Years eve concert in St Barths

I have been to all 4 and all hold a special place in my heart for various reasons. Big differences: Cost - USVI is significantly more expensive than the other 3. Airfare is really high. Resorts are really expensive $400-$800 a night with nothing included. But you might be able to find a villa or small B&B type place for a good price. If you're traveling with a group, shoot for the villa - STT has a good number but St. John has a...

I love Agave Terrace which is on the East End (make sure you get a seating on the balcony and get there before the sunsets). Another really great restaurant for a birthday celebration is at Windows on the Harbor at the Marriott (go on a day where there are cruise ships in so you can watch the ships leave the harbor and ask to be seated by the window). I have also heard that Havana Blue and Oceana are great as well but I have not personally...

Again thank you so very much for all the advice. It's all helped me make a good choice. I think for the sake of my DH & his non-swimming, will stay on shore. Don't want him uncomfortable. I could wear the "patch" if needed. As many of you said, theres plenty of wonderful beaches to snorkel from. kealani, not mentioning a return trip yet, let DH fall in love w/ STJ 1st before bring it up, I have already from...

St John is NOT all honeymooners or retired people. Since it's 2/3 National Park, it attracts many active vacationers of all ages. There aren't any all inclusives in St John, because most people prefer a do-it-yourself vacation, rent a car, and get out and explore the many beaches and restaurants. There are only 2 large hotels - Caneel Bay and Westin, so there's no huge hotel area with a large concentration of tourists. This...

St Croix has, IMO the best food in the Virgin Islands. If you check out the restaurants ( you may need to go to their websites directly) http://www.gotostcroix.com/dining.php you can get an idea of what is available. Many of them are upscale restaurants which I am sure will cater to vegetarians. Here is another link which might help. 10best.com/St._Croix,U.S._Virgin_Islands/… My favorites are: Kendricks, Duggans, Savant and everyone likes...

Hmmmm....If good snorkeling for you is the goal, and If one of you gets queezy and the other doesn't swim, then at a minimum, you'll need to go when the water is flat, and that's not entirely easy to predict. What's more, you normally have to make reservations and deposits in advance, so that lessens the chances you could pick a completely calm day. Other than the Indians, Waterlemon Cay is the best snorkeling around, and...

Thanks Bill...it's definetly my favorite print.

Thanks for the word of encouragement.....

I think your main problem will be a short stay. Mosr private homes will not rent for just a few days, it is cost prohibitive. That being said, we need more info. Will you have a car? What is your budget? (affordable is relative) What is your definition of Secluded? (You can stay out in Coral Bay but that isn't possible without a car) What are your dates?